Translator's Preface
introduction

introduction
Our therapeutic approach
Origins of Psychological-Based Therapy for Children
Overview of this book

Part 1: Theoretical Background

Chapter 1: The Development of Mentalization
Why Mentalization Is Important
Factors that enhance mentalization abilities
Mentalization ability according to stage of childhood
conclusion

Chapter 2: Underdevelopment or Temporary Collapse of Mentalization
An Introduction to the Problem of Mentalization
Underdevelopment of mentalization observed in children
Non-mentalized states observed in children
Disintegration of attachment and mentalization
Failure of mentalization associated with abuse and neglect
Problems of mentalization and mental disorders in childhood
conclusion

Part 2 Treatment Techniques

Chapter 3: Structure and Purpose of MBT-C
Children who can benefit from MBT-C treatment
Main objectives of MBT-C
Structure and system of MBT-C
Physical environment for treatment
A fixed time as a structure for treatment
Conceptualization of key tasks
One or two therapists
Introduction to the case
conclusion

Chapter 4 Therapist's Attitude in MBT-C
Therapeutic Presence of the MBT-C Therapist
Attention to the heart, not the actions
Curiosity and the attitude of "not knowing"
Monitoring for misunderstandings
Supervision (or consultation) to help with mentalizing
conclusion

Chapter 5: Evaluation Process in MBT-C
Structure of the evaluation process
First session with child and family
Assessment session for the child
Evaluation session with parents
Gathering impressions for case conceptualization
Using the concept of priority tasks
Setting goals
conclusion

Chapter 6: Therapeutic Work with Children in MBT-C
MBT-C centered around play
Creating a mental narrative about a traumatic event
conclusion
Chapter 7: Working with Parents in MBT
Mentalization in working with parents
Working on strengths, encouraging observation, and facilitating play
Finding triggers for strong emotions
Working with Conflicting Parents
Working with foster parents
Ending work with parents
conclusion

Chapter 8: Conclusion at MBT-C: Towards Farewell
Introducing the characteristics of short-term work
Working with the end in mind
Decisions on ending or continuing treatment
Preparing Children and Parents for the Review Session
Review session
The final stage of treatment
After the End: 'Booster Session'
Unexpected end of treatment
conclusion

Chapter 9: MBT-C Case Study
Reason and background for request
Evaluation session with family
Evaluation session with parents
Evaluation session with the child
Sharing evaluation results and conceptualizing key tasks
childhood
Therapy work with Lulu's parents
Review session
Intermediate stage of treatment
Termination stage
Second review session and conclusion
conclusion

Conclusion: The development of MBT-C and future challenges
Looking back on the past
Tasks remaining ahead

Appendix: Assessment Tool for Reflective Abilities in Children and Parents
1.
Assessment of parents' reflective abilities
2.
Assessment of Trauma-Related Reflective Abilities
3.
Interaction Assessment of Mindful Parenting
4.
Assessment of children's mentalization and reflective abilities
5.
Assessment of a child's attachment
6.
Evaluation of the play

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