Self-Care for the Mental Health Practitioner Einar Plyhn and for older children

and for older children

play therapists and child care social workers

but also for all those whose work brings them into contact with deaf children and adults

'How is this affecting our 'typical' children

An in-depth case study is used to show how this works in practice

Self-Care for the Mental Health Practitioner Einar Plyhn and for older childrenDr. Alfred J. Malinowski's book provides a comprehensive resource on self care for those working in the field of psychotherapy. Beginning with an exploration of the role and duties of the mental health practitioner, Dr. Malinowski describes how the demands of practice can lead therapists to diminished psychological well being. He explores the impact this can have and, through an examination of the latest research, reiterates the importance of the self