 Laura Davis The Courage to Heal Workbook : A Guide for Women Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse |
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Laura Davis The Courage to Heal Workbook : A Guide for Women Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse |
 | Laura DavisFormat: Paperback, 447ppPublished: February 1990 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers |
| Publisher info: In this groundbreaking companion to The Courage to Heal, Laura Davis offers an inspiring, in-depth workbook that speaks to all women and men healing from the effects of child sexual abuse. The combination of checklists, writing and art Projects, open-ended questions and activities expertly guides the survivor through the healing process.SURVIVAL SKILLS — Teaches survivors to create a safe, supportive environment, ask for help, deal with crisis periods, and choose therapy.ASPECTS OF HEALING — Focuses on the healing process: gaining a capacity for hope, breaking silence, letting go of shame, turning anger into action, planning a confrontation, preparing for family contact, and affirming personal progress.GUIDELINES FOR HEALING SEXUALLY — Redefines the concept of "safe sex" and establishes healthy ground rules for sexual contact. |