Treating Trauma and Traumatic Grief in Children and Adolescents, Second Edition

“This manual represents the gold standard for synthesizing the best research and clinical practice into a coherent treatment model. Especially notable is the attention to ongoing developments in the field, such as the interest in a grief-related diagnosis. The authors are acutely sensitive to the needs of front-line clinicians working with complicated cases in various settings. They have expanded the original model in a way that is considerate of real-world challenges by offering therapists practical suggestions for adapting the core TF-CBT techniques to make them their own.”–Robin F. Goodman, PhD, private practice, New York City; Executive Director, A Caring Hand organization and bereavement program

“Developed by three of our most important child trauma researchers, TF-CBT represents a state-of-the-art approach for understanding and treating this underserved population. This second edition couldn’t be more timely for clinicians who work with children, adolescents, and families. The effectiveness of the approach is demonstrated in the authors’ clinical research studies as well as studies from other laboratories across the world, and the inclusion of multiple clinical examples renders the book usable for clinicians of all backgrounds and training.”–Terence M. Keane, PhD, National Center for PTSD, VA Boston Healthcare System, and Department of Psychiatry, Boston University School of Medicine

“Covering every aspect of TF-CBT–including the critical role of the therapeutic relationship and the flexible use of treatment procedures–this book provides a complete understanding of our most effective treatment for children and youth with trauma-related problems. Practitioners will greatly appreciate the extensive case examples and excellent clinical materials. I have never read a treatment manual in which every point made was so thoroughly grounded in the most recent scientific research. From start to finish, the authors combine the best science and clinical experience with a laser focus on tailoring treatment to the individual needs of each child and family. This book is evidence-based practice at its best. It should be read and studied by every therapist working with traumatized children and youth.”–Benjamin E. Saunders, PhD, Professor and Associate Director, National Crime Victims Research and Treatment Center, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Medical University of South Carolina

“Impressive. The authors interweave theory, research, and clinical insights to show how clinicians can engage traumatized children and their families in the process of change and recovery. The second edition includes extensive new research on both trauma- and grief-focused components and continues to provide a rich set of reproducible handouts. I recommend this book not only for clinicians working with traumatized youth, but also as a text that should be used at universities and colleges around the world.”–Tine K. Jensen, PhD, Department of Psychology, University of Oslo, Norway

“This outstanding second edition lays out both basic and sophisticated strategies, component by component. The authors reference the latest empirical findings from clinical trials, present useful case vignettes, and describe clinical complexities that clinicians of all levels of experience may face in practice.”–Lisa Amaya-Jackson, MD, MPH, UCLA–Duke National Center for Child Traumatic Stress, Duke University School of Medicine -

Judith A. Cohen, MD

Dr. Judith A. Cohen is a board-certified child and adolescent psychiatrist. She is the Medical Director of the Center for Traumatic Stress in Children and Adolescents at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and a Professor of Psychiatry at Drexel University College of Medicine. Dr. Cohen has been researching the assessment and treatment of traumatized children since 1983. Along with Anthony P. Mannarino and Esther Deblinger, she developed and tested Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) for children and their nonoffending parents.

Her professional service includes board memberships with the American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children (APSAC) and the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies (ISTSS). She has received several accolades for her work, including the Sarah Haley Memorial Award for Clinical Excellence from ISTSS, the Outstanding Professional Award from APSAC, and the Rieger Award for Scientific Achievement from the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP).

Dr. Cohen coauthored treatment guidelines for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) published by ISTSS and is the principal author of practice parameters for treating PTSD in children and adolescents published by AACAP. She consults on the treatment of childhood traumatic grief for Sesame Workshop and the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors.

With Anthony P. Mannarino and Esther Deblinger, Dr. Cohen is coauthor of Treating Trauma and Traumatic Grief in Children and Adolescents, Second Edition, and coeditor of Trauma-Focused CBT for Children and Adolescents: Treatment Applications.

Anthony P. Mannarino, PhD

Dr. Anthony P. Mannarino is the Director of the Center for Traumatic Stress in Children and Adolescents and Vice Chair of the Department of Psychiatry at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He is also a Professor of Psychiatry at Drexel University College of Medicine. A prominent figure in child traumatic stress research since the 1980s, Dr. Mannarino’s work has focused on the clinical progression of traumatic stress symptoms in children and the creation of effective treatment strategies for traumatized children and their families.

His professional recognitions include the Child Maltreatment Article of the Year Award from APSAC and the Legacy Award from the Greater Pittsburgh Psychological Association. He is a former president of APSAC and of the Section on Child Maltreatment of the Society for Child and Family Policy and Practice (Division 37) of the American Psychological Association. Dr. Mannarino maintains an active clinical practice.

With Judith A. Cohen and Esther Deblinger, Dr. Mannarino is coauthor of Treating Trauma and Traumatic Grief in Children and Adolescents, Second Edition, and coeditor of Trauma-Focused CBT for Children and Adolescents: Treatment Applications.

Esther Deblinger, PhD

Dr. Esther Deblinger is a Professor of Psychiatry at Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine in Stratford, New Jersey. She is also the Cofounder and Codirector of the CARES (Child Abuse Research Education and Service) Institute. Dr. Deblinger’s research has extensively explored the mental health consequences of child abuse and the treatment of posttraumatic stress disorder and related issues stemming from abuse.

She is a prolific author, with numerous scientific articles, book chapters, and books for both professionals and children to her name. Dr. Deblinger is a frequent invited speaker at conferences at local, national, and international levels. She has served on the board of APSAC and has received honors such as the Outstanding Research Career Achievement Award from APSAC and the Rosenberry Award from Children’s Hospital Colorado.

In addition to her administrative, research, and teaching duties, Dr. Deblinger remains actively involved as a clinician and supervisor. With Judith A. Cohen and Anthony P. Mannarino, she is coauthor of Treating Trauma and Traumatic Grief in Children and Adolescents, Second Edition, and coeditor of Trauma-Focused CBT for Children and Adolescents: Treatment Applications.

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