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Book Review: Forensic Group Psychotherapy: The Portman Clinic Approach Woods, J and William, A.

Authors :
Parker, Michael
Source :
Group Analysis. Mar2024, Vol. 57 Issue 1, p115-122. 8p.
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

This book review discusses "Forensic Group Psychotherapy: The Portman Clinic Approach" by J. Woods and A. William. The book focuses on offering outpatient group psychotherapy to violent and sexual offenders at the Portman Clinic in London. It explores the principles underlying forensic work and the challenges faced by therapists in working with this patient group. The review also highlights the implications of therapist gender and the transference scenarios that arise in therapy groups. Overall, the book provides valuable insights into forensic group psychotherapy and its unique approach to treating violent and sexual offenders. [Extracted from the article]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
05333164
Volume :
57
Issue :
1
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Group Analysis
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
175791386
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1177/05333164231218153