This book teaches psychotherapists how to apply the DNMS. It provides background material, including a discussion of ego state theory and the practical application of ego state therapy. It outlines detailed protocol steps for establishing Resources, selecting maladaptive introjects for processing, and meeting developmental needs. The final chapter is devoted to handling processing complications and blocks. The appendix provides practice worksheets and forms, and many other supportive materials. Reviews and Endorsements: “This book is a practical step-by-step guide that integrates ego state work, resource tapping, and the latest research on attachment into her DNMS model. There is a wealth of information and creative ideas in this book that therapists can draw from, whether they choose to employ the full DNMS protocols or elements that work best with their clients. This book is a welcome addition to the literature for the treatment of complex trauma and attachment wounds.” — Laurel Parnell, PhD, EMDR consultant, trainer, and author “An innovative ego state therapy protocol for healing the wounds of childhood abuse and neglect. The DNMS is an integrative technique, built on contemporary research findings about the effects of insecure attachment and trauma on childhood development. This book provides a detailed method for meeting unmet developmental needs using the client’s own healing resources and resilience, and has much to offer the therapist seeking ways to understand and assist their adult survivor clients.” — Christine Courtois, PhD Trauma specialist and author “Congratulations to Shirley Jean for producing a stand-alone book, which instructs the reader in her valuable Developmental Needs Meeting Strategy. But this book is so much more. It is a thought-out compendium of ego state theory and practice that every therapist, of every orientation, should have as a resource in their library. It is well-written, comprehensive, and clear, with great charts, illustrations, and case examples. It’s better than any book of its kind that I’ve read before.” — David Grand, PhD, Author and developer of Brainspotting Table of Contents: Acknowledgements Introduction Chapter 1 Overview and Background Chapter 2 Ego State Therapy Basics Chapter 3 The Resource Development Protocol Chapter 4 The Switching the Dominance Protocol Chapter 5 The Conference Room Protocol Chapter 6 The Needs Meeting Protocol Chapter 7 Complications & Blocks Epilogue Appendix A: Glossary Appendix B: Additional Background Material Appendix C: Stabilizing Techniques for Unstable Clients Appendix D: Preparing Clients for the DNMS Appendix E: Therapist Worksheets & Forms Appendix F: DNMS Tools & Home Study Course Index
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