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Contemplative Therapy for Clients on the Autism Spectrum: A Reflective I

ntegration Therapy Manual for Psychotherapists and Counsellors
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A manual for practitioners working with clients with high-functioning autism, introducing the meditative practice of Reflective Integration Therapy.
 
Drawing on the ancient tradition of contemplation, Reflective Integration Therapy shows how mantra meditation and reflective therapy can be used with clients with high functioning autism.
 
The Reflective Integration Therapy programme uses the cognitive differences in those with autism, such as their innate capacity for silence, withdrawal, intense focus and repetition as sources of therapeutic healing. This manual introduces this fresh, unique therapeutic approach, creating an essential resource for all practitioners working in the field of autism. All the material for ten weekly sessions, including handouts and reflections, is provided as online downloadable material.
 
Acknowledgements; Disclaimer; Foreword by Tony Attwood; Introduction; 1. A Brief Philosophy; 2. The Centrality of the Therapeutic Relationship; 3. Programme Outline; 4. RITGäó Session 1 - The Practice of Mantra Meditation; 5. RITGäó Session 2 - Beginning the Journey; 6. RITGäó Session 3 - The Mystery of Self; 7. RITGäó Session 4 - The Healing of Memories; 8. RITGäó Session 5 - Autism and the Ego; 9. RITGäó Session 6 - Building Emotional Resilience; 10. RITGäó Session 7 - Autistic Awareness; 11. RITGäó Session 8 - Self-Esteem; 12. RITGäó Session 9 - Removing the Mask; 13. RITGäó Session 10 - The True Self; 14. RITGäó Session 11 - Self and Service; 15. RITGäó Session 12 - Debriefing and Continuing Care; 16. Case Studies; Tables and Figures; References; Further Reading and Resources; Glossary; Index
Rachael Harris has developed an innovative therapy model based in meditation and contemplation. Focussed on the strengths in autism and the therapeutic relationship, the book presents a new model of supporting autistic clients to achieve social, emotional and spiritual growth. I strongly recommend this book to therapists and clinicians working with autistic people.
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