| This text offers an approach to crisis intervention that is far better than the CISD model that has been in use for several years. Whereas CISD focuses on the incident itself and the resultant feelings of shock, anger, etc., Echterling's approach focuses instead on the resilience of the person(s) who experienced the crisis event, drawing attention to the innate strengths of the persons and helping them build upon those strengths. I will add that I have heard the author speak at a day long conference on this subject and have seen him "in action," and have also put to practice some of the methods set forth with good results, all of which heightens my appreciation for this valuable contribution to this important field. |
