Treating a confirmed or suspected case of childhood sexual abuse is undoubtedly one of the most challenging situations a clinician can face. This unique book, written by recognized experts on the evaluation and treatment of childhood sexual abuse, is the first to disseminate a comprehensive and integrative approach to treating child sexual abuse that combines the power of game-based, structured play therapy with cognitive-behavioural treatment.

Created by the authors, Game-Based Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (GB-CBT) is a complete therapeutic package containing engaging techniques and strategies that are proven to effectively treat the problems of sexually abused children and adolescents.

• The book provides the rationale, underlying theory, and step-by-step instructions for providing GB-CBT to families affected by child sexual abuse.
• Detailed descriptions of evidence-based techniques and required materials are included, along with reproducible game boards, and other items needed to implement activities.
• These structured therapeutic games and role-plays are enjoyable and provide multiple opportunities for children to learn and rehearse such skills as emotional expression, anger management, relaxation strategies, social skills, social problem solving, and cognitive coping.
• A detailed session framework complete with behavioural expectations and reward systems, along with plentiful case examples, further demonstrate how to implement GB-CBT. Also included are objective, verifiable assessment procedures.
• The book describes activities for individual, conjoint child-caregiver, and group therapy that can be used in a multitude of therapeutic environments and can be incorporated into clinical practice across a variety of orientations.
• Additionally, it includes information about cultural considerations critical for effective delivery with diverse populations.
• The book also contains strategies for training and educating students and clinicians about GB-CBT.

Key Features: Delivers a proven new method for treating child sexual abuse that combines game-based play therapy with cognitive behavioural therapy (GB-CBT) Written by the originators of GB-CBT, recognized experts in this field Designed for use in a variety of settings and with different therapeutic modalities Presents concrete strategies, step-by-step instruction, and required materials for treating problems related to child sexual abuse Includes plentiful case examples and a complete structured session with behavioural expectations and reward systems.