Systemic Therapy in Incarcerated Settings

This book offers both theoretical rationale and practical applications for mental health professionals who seek to implement systemic therapy in correctional contexts.

Eman Tadros, PhD, is an advanced Assistant Professor at Syracuse University in the Human Development and Family Science Department. She is a licensed marriage and family therapist, MBTI certified, an AAMFT approved supervisor, and a Family TEAM leader. She was the former Assistant Editor for the journal Child: Care, Health and Development. Her research focuses on incarcerated couples and families as well as dating and romantic relationships. She has published 169 peer-reviewed journal articles and various magazines, blog posts, book chapters, op-eds, and policy briefs.

1. Introduction to Incarceration in the United States 2. Race, Ethnicity, Incarceration, and the Family in the United States 3. Incarcerated Parent-Child Relationships 4. Romantic Relationships Impacted by Incarceration: Intimacy Amidst Isolation 5. Relational Interventions within Carceral Settings 6. Working with LGBTQ+ Incarcerated Individuals and their Families 7. The U.S. Correctional System: Punitive or Rehabilitative? 8. Ethical Considerations 9. Family Reunification: Romantic Partners Post-Release 10. Family Reunification: Coparents Post-Release 11. Future Research and Policy Directions Index