Looking Beyond the Obvious in Therapy

The book deals in depth with trauma cases looking beyond single diagnoses to find the causes of the trauma experienced. The included case studies illustrate multiply diagnoses that require treatment in order to fully asssist trama victims. As a combat veteran himself, he provides greater insight to the issues experienced. Caase sstudies are included.

The book invites both therapists and victims of trauma to greater understand the depth and complexities of trauma. Therapists have a tendency to identify and treat the most obvious symptoms and fail to identify the root causes of the trauma. Loss of control is a key element experienced in trauma which devistates the individual's life perception.

Dr. Britcher served in the Marine Corps and the Army primaril;y in medical centers. He was a hospital chaplain covering surgical wards and the ORs at Brooke, Walter Reeed and Madigan Army Medical Centers. He spec\ialized with trauma counseling with rape/incest and PTSD cases. He earned five graduate degrees including a PhD in Psychology.