The Handbook of Phototherapy and Therapeutic Photography - For the Professional and Activist Client

This text introduces the concepts, essential tenets and basic techniques of Phototherapy and Therapeutic Photography.

Through the use of case studies and the author-s own professional experience, this book covers the practices, together with their theories and research behind phototherapy and therapeutic photography providing a comprehensive range of major approaches. Examples include Talking Pictures Therapy, Reenactment Phototherapy, the creation of therapeutic photo-books, stories, and diaries, and the therapeutic use of portraiture. Chapters also explain how we can effectively use these techniques in a variety of contexts including private practice, voluntary organisations, schools, prisons and management consultancy, as useful adjuncts to primary practices as well as for self-help.

This handbook is for therapists, photographers, other professionals, clients and activist clients.