Watch renowned Object Relations psychotherapist David Scharff in an actual counseling session with an 11-year old boy who is grieving the death of his grandmother.

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In David Scharff s Object Relations child therapy approach, the parent-child relationship is the central concern, with particular attention paid to the representation of that relationship in the child s mind. In this video, Scharff first consults with Mom to gather vital background information. Then using talk and art therapy techniques, Scharff demonstrates how to reach the internal world of a boy who is grieving his grandmother s death, gets picked on by his dad and is struggling with separation anxiety. Jon Carlson and Don Keat introduce Dr. Scharff, and facilitate an in-depth discussion of the further impact and uses of this approach.

From watching this video, you will:
• Develop an understanding of the key concepts of Object Relations child therapy, including the importance of being a receptive container for the child s powerful feelings.
• Gain insight into Dr. Scharff s therapy style and how he works with each child at their particular developmental capacity to create a psychological holding environment.
• Learn how to apply Dr. Scharff s talk and play therapy techniques to your own therapeutic work with children.

DVD 1 hrs. 52 min.

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