Knight (social work, University of Maryland-Baltimore County) contends that, although survivors of childhood trauma make up a disproportionate number of those seeking social services and treatment for addictions, many professionals are unwilling or unable to address abuse in the client's childhood. Relying on the perspective of Lawrence Shulman's interactional model, she offers an overview and case examples on working with survivors of childhood trauma. Consistent with Schulman's conceptualization of interactional practice, the book is organized around phases in the helping relationship, with material on key concepts, theory and research, and core helping skills grouped in chapters on the different phases of the helping relationship in individual and group work. In order to realistically represent clients' experiences, case material sometimes uses graphic language. The book is written for professionals on the front lines of trauma work, including addictions and sexual assault counselors, mental health and child welfare workers, and professionals working in forensic and correctional settings. Annotation ©2008 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)