Getting to Know the Inner Self. Exploratory Study of Identity Oriented Psychotrauma Therapy-Experiences and Value From Multiple Perspectives.

ABSTRACT: Early trauma and failures in attachment attunement can affect future relational patterns, health and well-being. The processing of trauma, especially complex trauma, through adequate interventions may help integrate traumatic experiences, enhance health and quality of life. Despite years of clinical practice with Identity oriented psychotrauma therapy (IoPT), there is a lack of scientific research on the subject. Objective: The study's aim was to explore the experiences and value of IoPT for persons with experiences of IoPT, whether as a therapist, client, representative and/or observer. Methods: The study has an explorative, qualitative design. Data collection through individual in-depth interviews and focus groups with 20 participants and data analysis were inspired by grou

SUBMITTER: Stjernsward S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8175788 | biostudies-literature | 2021

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature