Out of Bounds : Sexual Exploitation in Counselling and Therapy

Clearly and sensitively, this book explores the problem of sexual exploitation in counselling and therapy. Janice Russell addresses the issues surrounding this emotive subject and offers models of practice designed to heighten awareness and contribute to the development of preventive strategies. The first part of the book discusses the different dimensions of sexually exploitative practice, overviewing contexts and concepts and examining the effects of sexual exploitation on clients. The author focuses on practitioners in their particular settings, looking at sexuality and power and how these are relevant within the therapeutic process. Russell draws on her own research with clients, relating her analysis to clients' own acRussell, Janice is the author of 'Out of Bounds : Sexual Exploitation in Counselling and Therapy', published 1993 under ISBN 9780803985346 and ISBN 0803985347.