Treating Complex Trauma: An Evidence-Based Case Example of Severe Childhood Abuse

摘要: Complex trauma (CT) results from exposure to severe stressors that occur within the caregiver system, are chronic, and largely begin in childhood or adolescence. This article describes evidence-informed treatment of a 9-year-old female with chronic CT symptoms, resulting long-term sexual, physical, psychological abuse her family. Treatment lasted 17 months followed an assessment-driven, phase-based process. process was flexibly implemented based on unique circumstances case, while remaining consistent intent models. Pre- post-treatment data indicated significant reductions trauma-related symptoms. Verbatim clinical vignettes illustrate specific interactions between family members therapists, as well interventions related treatment.