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Jodie’s
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Jodie was 14 when she came into our
therapeutic residential care program in
Shepparton. Her relationship with her father had
broken down completely and she had been assaulting her
younger siblings. Initially, Jodie’s anger was demonstrated by
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engaged in sexualised behaviour and needed constant attention
and reassurance. Amanda, the Take Two clinician, slowly earned
Jodie’s trust and developed a plan to meet her developmental needs
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in the way they responded to her. Over time, Jodie and her father
actively participated in the care team responsible for her care. Her
father made some life-changing decisions, including reducing
his drinking, so that he and Jodie could start to rebuild their
relationship. Jodie now attends school regularly and feels
proud of the progress she has made. Although seemingly
impossible four years ago, Jodie is about to return
home a much happier girl.
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