Leah Giarratano is a clinical psychologist and author who specialises in a number of areas including psychopathology and trauma counselling. She is an expert in psychological trauma and sex offences, treating both perpetrators and victims.[1]
Dr Leah Giarratano | |
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| Born | Leah Giarratano |
| Occupation | writer and psychologist |
| Language | English |
| Nationality | Australian |
| Education | Doctor of Clinical Psychology |
| Alma mater | University of Wollongong |
| Period | 2005 |
| Genres | crime and young adult fantasy |
| Notable works | Vodka Doesn't Freeze, Black Ice |
Writing
editGiarratano has written numerous books related to clinical skills for treating psychological trauma.
She has also written a number of novels with themes which are related to her work experiences. Her first three novels centered on her character Jill Jackson.[2] In 2012, she published her first young adult fantasy novel Disharmony: The Telling. This was followed in 2013 by The Laeduin and Immortal Combat to complete the trilogy.[3]
She was also the host of "Beyond The Darklands" a 2009 television series that examined the crimes and motives of serious offenders in Australia.
Bibliography
editClinical texts:
- Clinical Skills for Treating Traumatised Adolescents: Evidence Based Treatment for PTSD (2004)
- Clinical Skills for Managing PTSD: Proven Practical Techniques for Treating Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (2004)
- CBT for GPs: GP and Patient Resources (2004)
- Managing Psychological Trauma: Clinician and Client Resources for the Clinical Skills Series (2004)
- Clinical Skills for Managing Acute Psychological Trauma: Effective Early Intervention for Treating Acute Stress Disorder (2004)
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Strategies for Use in General Practice: Effective Psychological Strategies for Medical Practitioners (2004)
- Clinical Skills for Managing Complex Traumatisation (2018)[4]
Novels:
- Vodka Doesn't Freeze (2007)
- Voodoo Doll (2008)
- Black Ice (2009)
- Watch the World Burn (2010)
- Disharmony trilogy:
- The Telling (2012)
- The Laeduin (2013)
- Immortal Combat (2013)
Awards
edit- 2010 - Black Ice shortlisted for the Davitt Award — Best Adult Crime Novel