Therapeutic photography : enhancing self-esteem, self-efficacy and resilience / Neil Gibson.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Gibson, Neil, 1973- author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Photography in psychotherapy.

Self-esteem.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (290 pages)

Place of Publication:

London ; Philadelphia : Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2018.

Summary:

Therapeutic Photography by Neil Gibson explores the use of photography as a tool for enhancing self-esteem, self-efficacy, and resilience. The book delves into the concept of therapeutic photography and distinguishes it from phototherapy. It discusses how photography can be used to explore self-image, relationships, emotions, and societal change. The author shares his experiences and research, including a project with asylum seekers in Belgium, to illustrate the potential of photography in therapeutic settings. The book is intended for professionals in social work and therapy, providing theoretical insights and practical guidance for incorporating photography into therapeutic practice. Generated by AI.

Contents:

What is therapeutic photography?

How can this be used in practice?

Advantages and challenges

Using photography to explore self-image

Using photography to explore relationships

Using photography to express emotions and attachments

Using photography to explore change

Using photography to explore narratives and perspectives

Using photography to make changes to society

Adults with autism - a case study

Voices from practice.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Description based on print version record.

Part of the metadata in this record was created by AI, based on the text of the resource.

ISBN:

9781784504212

1784504211

OCLC:

1048921065