Institutionalized adolescents in therapy: narratives of psychotherapy and healing from sexual abuse

Research in Psychotherapy

Claudia Capella¹  Gretchen Beiza²  Loreto Rodrìguez³  Denise Dussert³  Daniela Aguila³  Ximena Lama³  Carolina Gutiérrez³ 

[1] Academic of Psychology Department, University of Chile, Santiago;De-partment of Psychology, University of Chile, Santiago;Department of Psychology, University of Chile, Santiago;

关键词: Healing;    Residential care;    Adolescent psychotherapy research;   

DOI  :  10.4081/ripppo.2015.190

来源: DOAJ

【 摘 要 】

Adolescent sexual abuse is a pressing social issue worldwide, specifically for institutionalized population that lack access to alternative care such as family-based options. This study examines narratives associated with healing from sexual abuse among teenagers in long-term residential care programs who have successfully completed specialized psychotherapy. Using a qualitative research methodology and multiple case analysis, in-depth interviews were conducted with five adolescents and then analyzed using thematic narrative analysis. Results show two different narrative positions regarding the meanings of healing after an experience of sexual abuse: narratives of healing and in complete healing. In addition, factors that influence the healing process are observed, of which psychotherapy and therapeutic relationships are key. Study participants’ own voices show the possibilities for generating recovery narratives among adolescents in residential care who have been sexually assaulted, highlighting aspects of therapeutic intervention that may better orientate psychotherapy for this specific group.

【 授权许可】

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