One Woman's Development and Resilience in the Face of Complex Trauma: A Relational–Cultural Study of Growth Through Counseling |
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| Authors: | Molly Stehn |
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| Affiliation: | 1. Department of Counselor Education, University of Cincinnati.;2. Now at Department of Professional Counseling, Webster University. |
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| Abstract: | Many counselors feel pressure to use manualized treatment approaches because of pressure from 3rd‐party payers. Unfortunately, this is not always the best practice, especially in cases of complex trauma, in which a very strong therapeutic relationship is a vital component of successful treatment. Relational–cultural theory provides an alternative conceptual lens for treating complex cases and is a natural fit for counselors' professional identity. This case illustrates how a counselor used a relational–cultural conceptualization as a guide in treating a client with complex presenting concerns. |
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