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Many families with a child with autism or Asperger Syndrome feel that involvement in the community is not for them. This book sets out to change that, with a rich and varied menu of suggestions for how such families can take full part in community life and support the strengths and interests of their child at the same time. Informal learning experiences can be the key to self-discovery,... more »
June 2010, Paperback: £14.99/ $19.95
ISBN: 978-1-84905-809-4, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 256pp
Keywords: adolescence, Asperger syndrome, autism, children, complementary therapies, creativity, dance and movement therapy, families, high functioning autism, homeschooling, parenting, pastoral care, play, special education, teenagers, transitions, youthwork
SomaCentric Dialoguing offers therapists simple yet effective techniques for improving communication with their clients, and for helping clients understand and articulate what their body wants them to be aware of. more »
2010, Paperback: £16.99/ $24.95
ISBN: 978-1-84819-030-6, 254mm x 177.8mm / 10in x 7in, 256pp
Keywords: bodywork, complementary therapies, counselling
Yoga therapy is gaining rapid recognition as a form of treatment that can improve the physical and mental wellbeing of children with a variety of complex needs. This book contains a specially-designed yoga program for use with children of all abilities, and provides both parents and professionals with the knowledge they need to carry out the therapy themselves. more »
2010, Paperback: £12.99/ $19.95
ISBN: 978-1-84819-027-6, 246mm x 173mm / 10in x 7in, 208pp
Keywords: ADHD, Asperger syndrome, autism, cerebral palsy, child development, children, complementary therapies, developmental coordination disorder, Down's syndrome, education, occupational therapy, parenting, special education, yoga
Body Intelligence offers a new understanding of how the body works and leads the reader to a greater sense of wellbeing and an enriched sense of self.
The anatomy of the body is explored without the complexity of medical terminology. Instead, common descriptions are used along with a multitude of images, allowing the reader to visualize and work with different levels of the body.... more »
2009, Paperback: £12.99/ $18.95
ISBN: 978-1-84819-026-9, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 224pp
Keywords: alternative therapies, anxiety, bodywork, complementary therapies, emotions, qigong, tai chi
Research shows that Chinese medicine can be very effective in supporting the treatment of cancer by orthodox Western methods, and is particularly effective in alleviating many of the side effects of treatment. Henry McGrath draws on his many years as a practitioner of Traditional Chinese Medicine to explain how Chinese medicine approaches cancer in terms of understanding and treatment. He... more »
2009, Paperback: £12.99/ $18.95
ISBN: 978-1-84819-013-9, 216mm x 138mm / 8.5in x 5.5in, 256pp
Keywords: cancer, complementary therapies, traditional Chinese medicine
"After a few sessions with you, Nathan became aware of how he was carrying himself. We noticed a change in his gait. He was straighter, taller and more assertive in his walking. His gait was that of a confident man... He beamed with pride as I went on and on about how differently he presented himself. It shook me up!" more »
2009, DVD: £17.01 + VAT = £19.99/ $35.00
ISBN: 978-1-84310-890-0, 60pp
Keywords: Asperger syndrome, autism, children, complementary therapies, dance and movement therapy, occupational therapy, psychotherapy
Recovery from Depression Using the Narrative Approach explores people's experiences of depression, recovery and available treatments. The author explains how, by selecting a variety of 'narrative tools', such as talking therapies, yoga and complementary therapies, as well as conventional medical approaches, people can take control of their condition. By choosing more... more »
2008, Paperback: £18.99/ $37.95
ISBN: 978-1-84310-575-6, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 208pp
Keywords: complementary therapies, depression, health care, mental health, practical theology, psychiatry, psychology, theology
"After a few sessions with you, Nathan became aware of how he was carrying himself. We noticed a change in his gait. He was straighter, taller and more assertive in his walking. His gait was that of a confident man... He beamed with pride as I went on and on about how differently he presented himself. It shook me up!" more »
2008, Paperback: £13.99/ $19.95
ISBN: 978-1-84310-875-7, 246mm x 173mm / 10in x 7in, 152pp
Keywords: adults, Asperger syndrome, autism, children, complementary therapies, dance and movement therapy, occupational therapy, sensory issues
"… [E]ssential reading for families, teachers, and anyone who is interested in using service animals to help individuals on the autism spectrum"
- from the foreword by Temple Grandin more »
2008, Paperback: £13.99/ $21.95
ISBN: 978-1-84310-867-2, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 208pp
Keywords: alternative therapies, Asperger syndrome, autism, children, complementary therapies, occupational therapy
The relationship between practitioner and client in professional therapeutic contexts is a crucial factor in the healing process. This practical guide draws on the vast body of information on that relationship from psychotherapy and presents it in a distilled and relevant format for the complementary therapist. more »
2007, Paperback: £12.99/ $24.95
ISBN: 978-1-84310-615-9, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 176pp
Keywords: complementary therapies, counselling, health care, psychoanalysis, psychology, psychotherapy, spirituality
This comprehensive book offers clear and balanced information on a range of alternative therapies for individuals with dyslexia, dyscalculia, dyspraxia or ADHD.
The author provides an overview of each therapeutic option, method of use and case examples, covering nutritional supplements, massage, acupuncture and hypnotherapy, among others. She also includes contributions from experienced... more »
2006, Paperback: £12.99/ $19.95
ISBN: 978-1-84310-378-3, 246mm x 173mm / 10in x 7in, 144pp
Keywords: alternative therapies, children, complementary therapies, dyslexia, inclusive classroom, special education
Passionate Medicine is a compelling record of the journeys of five doctors and two veterinary surgeons from conventional medicine to homeopathy.
In search of truth and healing in their profession, the contributors challenge the shortcomings of conventional medical training and methods, in particular the notion that effective clinicians should be objective and emotionally detached. Their... more »
2005, Paperback: £12.99/ $22.95
ISBN: 978-1-84310-298-4, 216mm x 138mm / 8.5in x 5.5in, 192pp
Keywords: alternative therapies, complementary therapies, health care, memoirs
Presenting dance/movement therapy (DMT) as a viable and valuable psychosocial support service for those with a medical illness, Sharon W. Goodill shows how working creatively with the mind/body connection can encourage and enhance the healing process. This book represents the first attempt to compile, synthesize, and publish the work that has been done over recent years in medical DMT. more »
2005, Paperback: £19.99/ $33.95
ISBN: 978-1-84310-785-9, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 240pp
Keywords: arts therapies, complementary therapies, dance and movement therapy, health care, psychology
How do we decide on the most effective way to heal ourselves or our patients? Complementary therapies are a vital part of any integrated approach to health which incorporates specialist and layperson knowledge. In this book, David Aldridge examines cultural understandings of illness and medicines. He provides a critique of orthodox methods used to assess treatment, and advocates a more... more »
2004, Paperback: £18.99/ $32.95
ISBN: 978-1-84310-232-8, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 224pp
Keywords: arts therapies, complementary therapies, counselling, health care, interdisciplinary arts therapies, music therapy, spirituality
As new techniques and approaches to supervision attract interest within therapy-related professions, the contributors to this informative book consider the nature of a supervision and examine the ways in which it can be further defined and developed. Drawing together practical and theoretical perspectives, Integrative Approaches to Supervision examines the contribution that supervision can... more »
2001, Paperback: £19.99/ $39.95
ISBN: 978-1-85302-966-0, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 224pp
Keywords: alternative therapies, complementary therapies, counselling, psychiatry, psychoanalysis, psychology, psychotherapy, social work
