Published online by Cambridge University Press: 09 September 2022
• The importance of a sound understanding of attachment theory and its application to all work with children.
• The relevance of an understanding of post-traumatic stress reaction and the likelihood of this being a feature in the history of an abused child. If the right questions are not asked, this can remain hidden.
• The impact of direct work with children on the worker and the absolute necessity of good supervision and consultation.
• The likely interplay of the work with aspects of one's own life.
• A knowledge of the likely psychological processes that may occur, and the opportunity for illuminating this through good supervision.
• The possibilities of undertaking this work in any setting, given the right support and resources, even if there is only limited equipment.
• The value of the primary resources of time, consistency and supervision.
• The value of knowing the research and using it appropriately – whether in arguing for space to do the work or for resources for the work itself.
• The necessity of careful assessment, planning and setting realistic aims.
• The value of working in partnership with parents and other carers.
• The ability to recognise children's resilience and their desire to heal and be healed.
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