No-Talk Therapy for Children and Adolescents

by Martha B. Straus

Book Overview

Weaving practical, hands-on ideas with theory and research about child development, child treatment, and the therapeutic relationship, this book describes an innovative approach to treatment of children and adolescents who won't or can't respond to traditional, conversation-based therapy. Within an interpersonal and developmental framework, Martha Straus spells out the deceptively simple goals of no-talk therapy: someone to be close to, and something...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0393702863
• ISBN13: 9780393702866
• Release Date: February 1999
• Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 0.98 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 5.8" x 8.6"

Customer Reviews

Wonderful book for those working with kids

This was a great book for my counseling education. My internship experience was with children and adolescents in residential treatment from ages 6 to 18 years old. The text was concise enough to not be overwhelmed with information. However, it covered enough techniques that I had a number of different tricks in my bag to use with the kids.

An instant classic in the field

Ms. Straus is a terrific writer who continues to break new ground in her most recent book on no-talk therapy. Even if you don't have a child who falls into the non-verbal category, I think almost anyone who interacts with children would benefit from reading these case studies and analysis. Teachers for example would learn a great deal about non-verbal cues and quiet children by studying Ms. Straus' observations. Reading this book made me think back to many very quiet students I've taught and realize new dimensions to them. This is the most well-written clinically focused book I've read. Straus engages the reader and presents her information clearly with a lively style. Highly recommended for anyone in the field, and for others outside of it who interact with children.

An excellent addition to a therapist's library

No talk therapy is a must read for therapists who work with children and adolescents. As a therapist who works with this population and their families, having a resource that validates doing more than talk with children was a validating and encouraging book to read. With case examples and clear purpose, Dr. Straus has written a book that all clinical interns, new therapists and those with years of experience will enjoy and learn from. I believe her work has made a significant difference in many a child's life, given that she values them on their level without the expectation that to be a good or productive client, you have to verbalize your progress. Dr. Straus should be credited with writing for my generation what I hope will be a classic for future therapists, counselors, and social workers alike. Thank you!