CMHC 551 Wk 2 Discussion – Facing Sexual Trauma

Post a total of 3 substantive responses over 2 separate days for full participation. This includes your initial post and 2 replies to classmates or your faculty member.

Due Thursday

Respond to the following in a minimum of 175 words:

Treating clients who have been affected by some form of sexual trauma poses a potential risk for therapists of developing vicarious trauma. How have your culture and religious beliefs taught you to respond to sexual trauma? How do you keep your biases hidden when interacting with clients about sexually traumatic experiences? What are 3 precautions you can take to avoid becoming affected by vicarious trauma? Be specific.

Due Monday

Post 2 replies to classmates or your faculty member. Be constructive and professional.