Working with the Human Trafficking Survivor: What Counselors, Psychologists, Social Workers and Medical Professionals Need to Know

Book Details

• Author: Mary C. Burke

• Publisher: Routledge

• Language: English

• Edition: 1st

• ISBN: 9781138924307

• Pages: 218

• Cover: Paperback

• Dimensions: 8.9 x 6.0 x 0.4 inches

• Weight: Not specified

About the Book

Working with the Human Trafficking Survivor by Mary C. Burke is a vital and timely resource that bridges a critical gap in the literature on human trafficking by focusing on the clinical care and psychological support of survivors. This book is specifically designed for students, faculty, and professionals in applied fields such as social work, counseling, psychology, and healthcare, offering both a theoretical foundation and practical guidance for intervention and recovery.

The book provides a detailed overview of:

• Medical care protocols and trauma-informed clinical responses for trafficking survivors

• Psychological treatment options, including culturally competent and survivor-centered approaches

• The complex dynamics of trauma, recovery, and reintegration into society

• Ethical considerations and strategies for building trust-based relationships in therapeutic settings

Burke’s work recognizes the multifaceted needs of survivors and the equally complex systems they must navigate post-rescue. The text empowers professionals to respond with sensitivity, skill, and insight, backed by current research and real-world clinical experience.

Ideal for courses on human trafficking, trauma-informed care, domestic violence, and crisis intervention, this illustrated first edition serves not only as a textbook but also as a hands-on guide for practitioners working on the front lines of healing and advocacy.