THE SITUATION
Kelly is 14 and in foster care. Her mum and dad split up when she was 10. It was a distressing break-up caused by domestic violence, including sexual attacks on her mum. Kelly has not seen her birth dad since. Until recently, she lived at home with her mother, new step-father and two younger half-sisters. But six months ago, Kelly accused her step-dad of sexual assault. Her allegations were fully investigated and the police were involved, but there was absolutely no evidence he had harmed her in any way. Her mum was furious and accused her of seeking attention and being jealous of her siblings. The breakdown in relationships at home lead to Kelly going into care. She is finding it hard to settle in her foster home. She is angry and confused. How would you help her?
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