Yes, this is a book that is hard to put down! The vivid picture that Annie depicts is so useful to see the ways in which a child healing from trauma tries to rework life. I continually find myself amazed at the brain and, if I may, the soul. Working out trauma includes lots of talking/processing as one tries and tries to get a handle on it for mental health. That is clearly what Ben wants too-he "places himself in danger over and over again" (p.58) . Annie also tells us that it will be months of her telling and retelling Blumenfeld her story before she has a new understanding.
I became worried for Annie earlier in the book as she seemed to be having difficulties separating herself from Ben. Where are the other professionals in Annie's life such as her supervisor, Mary Louise or even her family to help her put on the breaks? I guess I shouldn't be blaming them and perhaps Annie had a great way of hiding her inner life. I also want to understand Melanie better. What is her stuff? She might benefit from some therapy!
Now in her work with Blumenfeld I am so curious to know if find out about Annie's past. What happened to her at a young age? When did she become so drawn to Frued? Her pain clearly drives her to deep understanding.
As for a "trauma informed treatment example" as needed for the presentation we can include play therapy.
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