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Emily Sluiter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, PHM-C, CYT-200
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
I specialize in working with women in the family-building phase of life, including infertility, pregnancy/post-partum anxiety and depression, surrogacy, as well as supporting all members of the adoption constellation. I have 15+ years experience working with diverse individuals and I hope to create a safe space for you to explore whatever is important to you. I believe we all thrive in spaces where we can be fully known and celebrated for who we truly are and I aim to bring authenticity, curiosity and possibly some humor to our work together.
I specialize in working with women in the family-building phase of life, including infertility, pregnancy/post-partum anxiety and depression, surrogacy, as well as supporting all members of the adoption constellation. I have 15+ years experience working with diverse individuals and I hope to create a safe space for you to explore whatever is important to you. I believe we all thrive in spaces where we can be fully known and celebrated for who we truly are and I aim to bring authenticity, curiosity and possibly some humor to our work together.
(616) 202-6560 View (616) 202-6560
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Mamie Routhier - - Tava
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Holt, MI 48842  (Online Only)
I am a master level clinical therapist. I have 30 years experience working with adults, kids, teens and families with a wide range of concerns. I specialize in all kinds trauma, but have experience with a wide variety of mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, and family relationships. I also have 15 years experience working with kids on the Autism Spectrum and/or coaching their parents. In addition, I have worked extensively with foster care and adoption.
I am a master level clinical therapist. I have 30 years experience working with adults, kids, teens and families with a wide range of concerns. I specialize in all kinds trauma, but have experience with a wide variety of mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, and family relationships. I also have 15 years experience working with kids on the Autism Spectrum and/or coaching their parents. In addition, I have worked extensively with foster care and adoption.
(517) 236-8492 View (517) 236-8492
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Rebecca Hobson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Royal Oak, MI 48073
We have all felt a lack of connection at some time, whether it is lack of connection with others or lack of connection with ourselves. It is common for this feeling to become more profound at specific times or due to certain experiences. This may include experiences with trauma, foster care and adoption, grief and loss, infertility, or unexpected circumstances or changes, such as divorce, challenges with children's development, illness/loss of a loved one, or changes in employment. My focus is in helping clients to develop a stronger sense of connection toward the goal of finding a new sense of meaning, acceptance, and fulfillment.
We have all felt a lack of connection at some time, whether it is lack of connection with others or lack of connection with ourselves. It is common for this feeling to become more profound at specific times or due to certain experiences. This may include experiences with trauma, foster care and adoption, grief and loss, infertility, or unexpected circumstances or changes, such as divorce, challenges with children's development, illness/loss of a loved one, or changes in employment. My focus is in helping clients to develop a stronger sense of connection toward the goal of finding a new sense of meaning, acceptance, and fulfillment.
(616) 209-9295 View (616) 209-9295
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Amy Zauel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Washington, MI 48094  (Online Only)
I enjoy working with children, teens, adults and families while specializing in infertility, pregnancy counseling, adoption issues, parent training, anxiety, depression, and behavioral challenges.
It would be hard to argue that our lives haven't been a lot more complicated over the last few years. Whether you are a child or teen dealing with peer pressure or the stressors at school, a stay at home parent trying to manage everyones busy schedules, a working professional balancing family life and the stress a job can bring, a single or divorced parent struggling to get through each day, a young adult looking for direction in life, or part of a family trying to raise your kids in this increasingly complex world, I have extensive experience in all of these areas. I am committed to helping you work through these challenges.
I enjoy working with children, teens, adults and families while specializing in infertility, pregnancy counseling, adoption issues, parent training, anxiety, depression, and behavioral challenges.
It would be hard to argue that our lives haven't been a lot more complicated over the last few years. Whether you are a child or teen dealing with peer pressure or the stressors at school, a stay at home parent trying to manage everyones busy schedules, a working professional balancing family life and the stress a job can bring, a single or divorced parent struggling to get through each day, a young adult looking for direction in life, or part of a family trying to raise your kids in this increasingly complex world, I have extensive experience in all of these areas. I am committed to helping you work through these challenges.
(586) 789-9367 View (586) 789-9367
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Katie Bozek
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
There are several issues in which I have a special interest in, such as, adoption-related issues, couple concerns, parenting concerns and issues related to trauma.
I believe people are relational-beings, meaning, we develop and live our lives in relationships with others. When these relationships become distressed, it can lead to a multitude of feelings, such as depression, stress, anxiety and an overall feeling of uneasiness. These are the times when a person may need some guidance and help accessing their personal resources to find more balance in those relationships and in life in general.
There are several issues in which I have a special interest in, such as, adoption-related issues, couple concerns, parenting concerns and issues related to trauma.
I believe people are relational-beings, meaning, we develop and live our lives in relationships with others. When these relationships become distressed, it can lead to a multitude of feelings, such as depression, stress, anxiety and an overall feeling of uneasiness. These are the times when a person may need some guidance and help accessing their personal resources to find more balance in those relationships and in life in general.
(616) 541-5812 View (616) 541-5812
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Christine Carrothers
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Dewitt, MI 48820  (Online Only)
Specific areas of expertise include adoption, transracial identity, and traumatic grief.
Hello! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who works with adolescents, young adults, and adults from a trauma informed perspective to gain healing and wellness. My focus for providing quality care is to establish a safe space for clients to do their best work at learning self care, positive self image, and safe boundaries. I utilize an eclectic approach with clients, helping them pursue the right care for their needs.
Specific areas of expertise include adoption, transracial identity, and traumatic grief.
Hello! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who works with adolescents, young adults, and adults from a trauma informed perspective to gain healing and wellness. My focus for providing quality care is to establish a safe space for clients to do their best work at learning self care, positive self image, and safe boundaries. I utilize an eclectic approach with clients, helping them pursue the right care for their needs.
(734) 404-7514 View (734) 404-7514
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Lorie Moran
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Clarkston, MI 48346
Sometimes when you feel broken, you need the help of another to rebuild. But where do you start when you’re seeking a therapist who is empathetic and experienced, supportive and compassionate? As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 25 years experience, I promise I am here to offer you a hand, not a judgment. Almost three decades, I have worked with individuals, couples and families specializing in depression, anxiety, grief/loss, bereavement, caregiver stress, managing chronic illness, family issues, relationship struggles, adoption related issues and adjustment disorders/life transitions.
Sometimes when you feel broken, you need the help of another to rebuild. But where do you start when you’re seeking a therapist who is empathetic and experienced, supportive and compassionate? As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 25 years experience, I promise I am here to offer you a hand, not a judgment. Almost three decades, I have worked with individuals, couples and families specializing in depression, anxiety, grief/loss, bereavement, caregiver stress, managing chronic illness, family issues, relationship struggles, adoption related issues and adjustment disorders/life transitions.
(248) 479-3984 View (248) 479-3984
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Travis Ericksen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portage, MI 49002
I am skilled at treating topics such as stress, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma, adoption, grief and loss, men's issues, relationship issues, psychosis, suicidal thoughts, infertility, coping with health issues, older adults, and dementia.
Courage is not the absence of fear. Rather, it is a mindset of moving forward despite the fear because something else is more important. You are reading this page because you already realized your wellbeing is more important than whatever emotions or challenges are trying to hold you back from your full potential. You taking this first step of seeking help is truly a courageous act and a sign of inner strength. As your counselor, I will help you develop a new mindset of courage and resilience to confidently face life’s challenges. My goal is to create a safe place for you to reevaluate your lived experiences, emotions, and thinking.
I am skilled at treating topics such as stress, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma, adoption, grief and loss, men's issues, relationship issues, psychosis, suicidal thoughts, infertility, coping with health issues, older adults, and dementia.
Courage is not the absence of fear. Rather, it is a mindset of moving forward despite the fear because something else is more important. You are reading this page because you already realized your wellbeing is more important than whatever emotions or challenges are trying to hold you back from your full potential. You taking this first step of seeking help is truly a courageous act and a sign of inner strength. As your counselor, I will help you develop a new mindset of courage and resilience to confidently face life’s challenges. My goal is to create a safe place for you to reevaluate your lived experiences, emotions, and thinking.
(269) 257-2162 View (269) 257-2162
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Begin Anew Counseling, LLC & Kodde Counseling, LLC
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49525
I provide counseling to all ages - family, dating, premarital, marriage, affair recovery (Gottman Methods Couples Training - Levels I-III completed), relationship problems, anger, anxiety, depression, grief, infertility, miscarriage, pre and post adoption adjustments, codependency, college issues, ADHD, abuse issues, and trauma care.
Are you struggling, confused, depressed, or anxious about your circumstances and relationships? Life is complicated and I am committed to truly hear you in a safe, non-judgmental environment. I am a skilled, caring, compassionate, counselor who will give you exceptional care, offer solution-based, holistic treatment that gives hope for change, and uses carefully selected therapy to best meet your unique needs.
I provide counseling to all ages - family, dating, premarital, marriage, affair recovery (Gottman Methods Couples Training - Levels I-III completed), relationship problems, anger, anxiety, depression, grief, infertility, miscarriage, pre and post adoption adjustments, codependency, college issues, ADHD, abuse issues, and trauma care.
Are you struggling, confused, depressed, or anxious about your circumstances and relationships? Life is complicated and I am committed to truly hear you in a safe, non-judgmental environment. I am a skilled, caring, compassionate, counselor who will give you exceptional care, offer solution-based, holistic treatment that gives hope for change, and uses carefully selected therapy to best meet your unique needs.
(616) 426-6577 View (616) 426-6577
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Amy Wierda
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Hello! I’m a licensed clinical social worker and I have worked in school social work, foster care, adoption, adolescent residential treatment, crisis assessment at Pine Rest Hospital, and outpatient treatment. I have been in private practice for 20 years. It is my privilege to listen to, and be with, people in their stories. Making sense of our narrative is a fundamental component to a healthy mind and spirit. And making peace with our perfectly imperfect, and unique version of humanity is essential for our emotional life and our thought space. It would be my privilege to hear your story. Peace, Amy
Hello! I’m a licensed clinical social worker and I have worked in school social work, foster care, adoption, adolescent residential treatment, crisis assessment at Pine Rest Hospital, and outpatient treatment. I have been in private practice for 20 years. It is my privilege to listen to, and be with, people in their stories. Making sense of our narrative is a fundamental component to a healthy mind and spirit. And making peace with our perfectly imperfect, and unique version of humanity is essential for our emotional life and our thought space. It would be my privilege to hear your story. Peace, Amy
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Shoni Newhouse
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
Waitlist for new clients
My name is Shoni and my therapeutic approach is 'you.' It's introducing "you" to the person you've been waiting to meet. I practice a variety of interventions including sand-tray therapy, art expression, CBT, person-centered, solution focused, nutritional psychology, and spirituality. I work with teens, adults, and couples. Areas of special interest include, racial identity, ADHD, trauma, foster care and adoption, and first responders. Areas of focus are assessing values, creating healthy boundaries, strategies to reduce anxiety, create a support system, and provide education on community resources.
My name is Shoni and my therapeutic approach is 'you.' It's introducing "you" to the person you've been waiting to meet. I practice a variety of interventions including sand-tray therapy, art expression, CBT, person-centered, solution focused, nutritional psychology, and spirituality. I work with teens, adults, and couples. Areas of special interest include, racial identity, ADHD, trauma, foster care and adoption, and first responders. Areas of focus are assessing values, creating healthy boundaries, strategies to reduce anxiety, create a support system, and provide education on community resources.
(269) 386-6527 View (269) 386-6527
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Mallory Trumble
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
East Lansing, MI 48823
Settings I've worked in include foster care/adoption/refugee services, schools, healthcare, and assisted living.
If personal growth is a goal of yours, I'd be happy to help! In addition to anxiety and depression, special interest areas of mine include college student concerns, life transitions, OCD, trauma, chronic illness, and body image concerns.
Settings I've worked in include foster care/adoption/refugee services, schools, healthcare, and assisted living.
If personal growth is a goal of yours, I'd be happy to help! In addition to anxiety and depression, special interest areas of mine include college student concerns, life transitions, OCD, trauma, chronic illness, and body image concerns.
(517) 296-6017 View (517) 296-6017
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Linda Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Traverse City, MI 49684
I enjoy counseling children, adolescents & adults in addressing their cognitive, behavioral & emotional challenges. I support my clients through individualized therapeutic approaches to help them understand & express their emotions in developmentally appropriate & healthy ways. I provide therapy for children, adolescents & their families experiencing challenges such as divorce, adoption, anxiety, depression, bullying, self-esteem, medical procedures, domestic violence, abuse & neglect, grief & loss, self-harm, trauma and PTSD. I also offer counseling for military families and understand the unique stress they face. I utilize a strengths-based approach to counsel children, teens & adults to help them gain confidence in their abilities to face challenges head on.
I enjoy counseling children, adolescents & adults in addressing their cognitive, behavioral & emotional challenges. I support my clients through individualized therapeutic approaches to help them understand & express their emotions in developmentally appropriate & healthy ways. I provide therapy for children, adolescents & their families experiencing challenges such as divorce, adoption, anxiety, depression, bullying, self-esteem, medical procedures, domestic violence, abuse & neglect, grief & loss, self-harm, trauma and PTSD. I also offer counseling for military families and understand the unique stress they face. I utilize a strengths-based approach to counsel children, teens & adults to help them gain confidence in their abilities to face challenges head on.
(231) 790-2549 x702 View (231) 790-2549 x702
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Kim J Logan-Nowlin
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD,, LPCBCPC, ACAC,, CCFC, MFT
Verified Verified
Detroit, MI 48202
In the areas of Parenting, Divorce, Adoption, and children of incarcerated parents.
Kim Logan Communications Christian Counseling Clinic has been successfully addressing the needs of families, youth and individuals experiencing problems, or those with maritial concerns, by providing family therapy, child therapy and substance abuse treatment. KLCC has provided employability training and substance abuse treatment to parole and probationary offenders since 1993.
In the areas of Parenting, Divorce, Adoption, and children of incarcerated parents.
Kim Logan Communications Christian Counseling Clinic has been successfully addressing the needs of families, youth and individuals experiencing problems, or those with maritial concerns, by providing family therapy, child therapy and substance abuse treatment. KLCC has provided employability training and substance abuse treatment to parole and probationary offenders since 1993.
(313) 486-4592 View (313) 486-4592
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Candee Martin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49516  (Online Only)
Let’s be real. Like really real... Life can be more than hard at times, relentless even! When life happens, it can feel unbearable. Life can also feel very lonely and isolating. I am here to tell you that you are not alone because that is where I come in! I hold a Master's Degree in Social Work from Western Michigan University. I have personal and professional experience working with youth in foster care, adoption, neurodivergence, people experiencing homelessness, and concerns related to intergenerational trauma, spiritual confusion, depression, anxiety, and self-esteem.
Let’s be real. Like really real... Life can be more than hard at times, relentless even! When life happens, it can feel unbearable. Life can also feel very lonely and isolating. I am here to tell you that you are not alone because that is where I come in! I hold a Master's Degree in Social Work from Western Michigan University. I have personal and professional experience working with youth in foster care, adoption, neurodivergence, people experiencing homelessness, and concerns related to intergenerational trauma, spiritual confusion, depression, anxiety, and self-esteem.
(616) 201-3713 View (616) 201-3713
Angela Welch
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Grandville, MI 49418
My career as a licensed professional counselor has always focused on children and families. I discovered a particular passion for family preservation, foster care and adoption that later lead me to early childhood and infant mental health.
My career as a licensed professional counselor has always focused on children and families. I discovered a particular passion for family preservation, foster care and adoption that later lead me to early childhood and infant mental health.
(616) 404-4099 View (616) 404-4099
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Abundance of Hope
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Holland, MI 49423
Waitlist for new clients
I am certified and trained in Play Therapy, AF-CBT (Alternatives for Families Cognitive Behavior Therapy), TFCBT (Trauma Focused CBT), ADOPTS (Trauma treatment for adoption/foster care), & TBRI (Trust Based Relational Care).
I have a heart for helping people and walking alongside them in their journey of healing. Life can bring unexpected pain and suffering. Often times you can feel lost and confused with no one to turn to. Counseling is a beautiful way to seek help from someone who will guide you through the littlest to most difficult times in your life. Everyone can benefit from talking to someone who is not a family member or friend. Someone who will truly hear your needs and unconditionally support you. I am here for you! Please Call Today!
I am certified and trained in Play Therapy, AF-CBT (Alternatives for Families Cognitive Behavior Therapy), TFCBT (Trauma Focused CBT), ADOPTS (Trauma treatment for adoption/foster care), & TBRI (Trust Based Relational Care).
I have a heart for helping people and walking alongside them in their journey of healing. Life can bring unexpected pain and suffering. Often times you can feel lost and confused with no one to turn to. Counseling is a beautiful way to seek help from someone who will guide you through the littlest to most difficult times in your life. Everyone can benefit from talking to someone who is not a family member or friend. Someone who will truly hear your needs and unconditionally support you. I am here for you! Please Call Today!
(616) 952-2019 View (616) 952-2019
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Jacqueline Heron
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Clinton Township, MI 48038  (Online Only)
I enjoy working with children, teens, and adults and have experience in foster care, school-related issues, adoption, parenting, behavioral/social challenges, anxiety, depression, and trauma.
Stress comes in many forms and can negatively impact us throughout life. Now more than ever, it is essential for us to take care of ourselves emotionally and mentally. Many children and teens are facing the pressure of increased academic and social demands. Many adults are struggling to cope with difficulties surrounding family, relationships, parenting, finances, major life changes, grief/loss, and trauma. I can help you work through life’s many challenges so that you can feel healthier, happier, and more confident from the inside out.
I enjoy working with children, teens, and adults and have experience in foster care, school-related issues, adoption, parenting, behavioral/social challenges, anxiety, depression, and trauma.
Stress comes in many forms and can negatively impact us throughout life. Now more than ever, it is essential for us to take care of ourselves emotionally and mentally. Many children and teens are facing the pressure of increased academic and social demands. Many adults are struggling to cope with difficulties surrounding family, relationships, parenting, finances, major life changes, grief/loss, and trauma. I can help you work through life’s many challenges so that you can feel healthier, happier, and more confident from the inside out.
(586) 474-5784 View (586) 474-5784
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Restoration Center
Verified Verified
Battle Creek, MI 49017
We offer, one on one therapy, marriage and family therapy, faith based therapy, EMDR, Neurofeedback, addiction and recovery therapy, play therapy, sand tray therapy, adoption and foster care, LGBTQ, We are here to be with children, teens, and adults.
Our desire at the Restoration Center is to meet you where you are. We have a diverse group of therapists ready to be with you on your journey. Please visit our website where you will find our providers along with their specialities.
We offer, one on one therapy, marriage and family therapy, faith based therapy, EMDR, Neurofeedback, addiction and recovery therapy, play therapy, sand tray therapy, adoption and foster care, LGBTQ, We are here to be with children, teens, and adults.
Our desire at the Restoration Center is to meet you where you are. We have a diverse group of therapists ready to be with you on your journey. Please visit our website where you will find our providers along with their specialities.
(269) 234-1792 View (269) 234-1792
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Melissa Reilley
LMSW-C
Verified Verified
Ann Arbor, MI 48105  (Online Only)
I specialize in Adoption Triads, Grief, Trauma, Life Transitions (Role/Identity/Caregiving), Self-Esteem, and Family/Social Relationships. I work with several Middle School, High School, and College students to manage stress, anxiety, self-esteem, and the transition to adulthood independence. In addition, I work with adults who want to unlearn negative thoughts and behaviors.
I specialize in Adoption Triads, Grief, Trauma, Life Transitions (Role/Identity/Caregiving), Self-Esteem, and Family/Social Relationships. I work with several Middle School, High School, and College students to manage stress, anxiety, self-esteem, and the transition to adulthood independence. In addition, I work with adults who want to unlearn negative thoughts and behaviors.
(517) 777-0950 View (517) 777-0950
Adoption Therapists

Does my adopted child need therapy?

Not every adopted child needs therapy. However, many can benefit from seeing an adoption-informed therapist, especially if they were victims of abuse or neglect, appear withdrawn or disconnected, have behavioral or developmental issues (which may or may not be related to their adoption), are struggling with feelings of grief or loss surrounding their birth parents, or find it difficult to establish an identity, a challenge that often becomes most apparent during adolescence.

When should adoptive parents seek therapy?

Prospective parents can benefit from therapy even before an adoption—for example, to voice worries and fears; to reconcile infertility struggles, if relevant; or simply to prepare themselves for parenthood. After the adoption, parents who are struggling to bond with their child; are unsure how to talk about adoption or related issues, such as race; or whose child is dealing with developmental, behavioral, or psychiatric concerns can address these and other issues with the help of an adoption-competent therapist.

Is family therapy appropriate for adoptive families?

Family therapy can be invaluable for strengthening the bond between adoptive parents and children, helping the latter feel more secure in their place in the family. Family therapy can also help adoptive families navigate complex communication issues—for example, parents who feel uncomfortable discussing race with their child, who in turn feels invalidated by their silence, or a child who has questions about his birth parents but avoids asking them out of fear of hurting his adoptive parents’ feelings.

What therapy is not appropriate for adoption issues?

A discredited therapy known as “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy” or “rebirthing therapy”) should not be used to treat adopted and foster children, though it was largely designed for this population. Attachment therapy involves restraining, coercing, and punishing the child in order for them to “release” negative emotions and attach to their new caregivers—techniques that are abusive and dangerous and have even proven fatal in some cases.