Month: November 2020

A Somatic Approach to Stabilisation when Working Therapeutically with Children and Young People who have Experienced Child Sexual Abuse and who Display Harmful Sexual Behaviour – Jo Drew Introduction Trauma is generally understood to be as a result of an experience or experiences where we feel helpless, overwhelmed and our life may be at risk. … Read more

Senior Clinical Practitioner Sale, Greater ManchesterCirca £35,000 p.a. G-map is a nationally recognised independent organisation providing therapeutic services for young people who display harmful sexual behaviours, many of whom have attachment and/or trauma induced difficulties. The post is based in Sale, Greater Manchester and will provide opportunities to be involved in individual and family work … Read more

Evidence based practice when assessing sexual behaviours in children and young people: Ideology versus research – Sophie King-Hill & Kieran McCartan Evidence based practice is a phrase that is used a lot in various services offered for children and young people. However, it is worth questioning how much evidence informs practice and how much of … Read more

Not so cute after all? The controversy over “Cuties”- Kasia Uzieblo, David Prescott and Kieran McCartan In recent days, a controversy arose over a Netflix-produced movie titled, “Cuties”. Its marketing campaign featured young girls dressed provocatively. It drew instant criticism in social media with some claiming it is a movie for paedophiles; others even stated … Read more