Includes bibliographical references (pages 205-215) and index.
Contents
Introduction to psychotherapeutic work with people with developmental disabilities -- An introductory tale: the case of Martina -- What the literature tells us -- The interactive-behavioral therapy model and its applications -- The interactive-behavioral therapy model of group psychotherapy -- Group treatment for trauma and sexual abuse survivors with developmental disabilities -- Group treatment for offenders with developmental disabilities -- Sexual abuse avoidance training -- Treatment: modalities, processes, initiation, and termination -- The initial interview -- Individual treatment: techniques and rationale -- Group process in depth: inevitable trouble spots and opportunities for growth -- Termination -- Endings and beginnings.