Child Abuse Survivors’ experiences of their Parent: trust, hurt and healing

Generation of Self in Treating Relational Trauma

Research on the Trauma vs. Fantasy Models of Dissociation: the TOP DD studies' implications for the debate about treating individuals with Dissociative Disorders

The debate between proponents of the Trauma vs. Fantasy Models of dissociation has recently been advanced by thorough reviews of the literature and published discussion between proponents of both models. In this plenary talk, Dr Brand will provide an overview of the research addressing this debate. Proponents of the Fantasy Model argue that iatrogenic and cognitive variables cause dissociation and DID, and that DID treatment is harmful to patients. Contrary to these hypotheses, the preponderance of the evidence indicates that trauma causes dissociation and that DID treatment that is consistent with expert consensus guidelines is beneficial to patients. Using results from the Treatment of Patients with Dissociative Disorders (TOP DD) study, Dr Brand will address the notion that DID treatment is harmful to patients.

Weaponised Sex, Love Songs to Suicide, and Anguished Silences: moving from Observation to Insight to Innovation in the Treatment of DID and Related States

The study and the treatment of the dissociative disorders has generated a plethora of newer theories and approaches, none of which have demonstrated effectiveness superior to the models they are put forward to replace. I will argue that while conceptually-driven patterns of intervention have certain strengths, the fact that no model advanced to date actually addresses the full range of dissociative phenomena guarantees that each will fall short of providing optimal guidance to the clinician. Instead, I will describe how the intense study of selected clinical phenomena and clinical research suggest insights that in turn facilitate the development of new treatment interventions.

Responding to the needs of consumers with complex trauma histories a consumer perspective Copy

This presentation, "Responding to the needs of consumers with complex trauma histories a consumer perspective" focuses on the needs of adult survivors of child abuse, highlighting the frequent

Defining the concept of spirituality among Filipino counselors and clients.

Sport and physical activity in the treatment of refugee trauma survivors of torture and trauma

Community acceptance of refugees in a new refugee resettlement location, Armidale, NSW

Theme and Variations: The way the Complex Traumatic past becomes the Complex Traumatic present

Long walk to health: Working with the survivors of refugee trauma with a history of early childhood abuse

Limits in Neurofeedback Rehabilitation: What we need to know