Mental Trauma

Research shows that attachment patterns—our patterns of relating to others, which develop in early childhood—affect far more aspects of our lives than was previously thought. Given how crucial these patterns are to how every patient relates to the world and to their own selves, how can therapists harness attachment to provide more effective therapy? Using accelerated experiential dynamic psychotherapy AEDP® theory and methodology as a foundation, the authors present an innovative approach that tailors treatment to attachment patterns.

Do memories from your past hold you back in ways you can't define?Childhood trauma shapes our adult lives more than we realize. It influences our self-worth, challenges our relationships, and can even impact our health. Yet, many dismiss its effects as mere 'personality quirks.'

Working from a strong base in attachment theory, esteemed clinician Ruth Cohn explores ways therapists can recognize the signs of childhood neglect, provides recommendations for understanding lasting effects that can persist into adulthood, and lays out strategies for helping clients maximize therapeutic outcomes. Along with extensive clinical material, chapters introduce skills that therapists can develop and hone, such as the ability to recognize and discern nonverbal attempts at communication.

Clients who have experienced traumatic events and seek EMDR therapists rely on them as guides through their most vulnerable moments. Trauma leaves an imprint on the body, and if clinicians don't know how to stay embodied in the midst of these powerful relational moments, they risk shutting down with their clients or becoming overwhelmed by the process. This book offers an integrative model of treatment that teaches therapists how to increase the client's capacity to sense and feel the body.

The Trauma Tool Kit: Healing PTSD from the Inside Out maps out practical aspects of healing from stress-related disorders and provides immediate first-aid techniques that help alleviate the most intense symptoms of traumatic stress in a small amount of time. It shows how the latest findings in neuroscience research support both ancient and contemporary methods of trauma treatment from around the world. In recent years, it has become clearer than ever before that the mind, body, and spirit are connected, and that an illness affecting one affects the whole.

In this strikingly original and groundbreaking audiobook, Dr. Shay examines the psychological devastation of war by comparing the soldiers of Homer’s Iliad with Vietnam veterans suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder. Although the Iliad was written 27 centuries ago, it has much to teach about combat trauma, as do the more recent, compelling voices and experiences of Vietnam vets.

In this galvanizing audiobook for all educators, Kristin Souers and Pete Hall explore an urgent and growing issue - childhood trauma - and its profound effect on learning and teaching.

For over 20 years, Jim Curtis has battled a mysterious chronic illness. He grew accustomed to living in pain, denial, and despair. But when traditional medical therapies didn't help, he sought answers elsewhere. He traveled the world and met a group of extraordinary people he calls the Stimulati - and what he learned from them ultimately changed his life.

"Untangling Trauma and Addiction" by Grace Monroe emerges as a poignant and transformative guide, offering a new perspective on the daunting challenges of addiction and trauma. With her unique voice, Grace Monroe transcends the traditional boundaries of non-fiction, providing a narrative that is both deeply personal and universally relevant. Grace's journey, marked by her own battles and those of her loved ones, infuses this book with authenticity and heartfelt insight.

Neuroscience has shown that trauma can be removed completely. Indeed, the brain has an in-built mechanism for doing just that. It is called memory reconsolidation. This book shows you how to use that mechanism to remove trauma for your clients. It reveals the exact steps the brain needs so that trauma can be removed reliably and consistently. It shows you how to apply them to your work in the therapy room, step by step. It provides you with a road map that increases your potency and effectiveness as a therapist.

Are you sick and tired of being haunted by the past? Have you tried countless other solutions but nothing seems to work for long-term healing? Do you finally want to say goodbye to the pain and discover something that actually works for you? If so, then this book is for you. You see, healing from childhood trauma doesn’t have to be complicated. Even if you’ve tried therapy, self-help books, or other methods without success.

Let's face it: anxiety can interfere with every single aspect of your life, from work and family to relationships and finances. Left unchecked, the cycle of anxiety reinforces and perpetuates itself over time, and can leave you feeling paralyzed with fear. Anxiety expert Jaime Castillo offers a whole new approach that focuses on understanding and working with anxiety to create a fulfilling, meaningful life. You'll learn how your anxiety is connected to what Castillo refers to as "little 't' traumas" so you can get to the root of your anxiety and start healing.

Always wanted to know how to help your body, mind, and spirit with simple techniques but don't know where to start? Want to say goodbye to all of the overwhelming info out there and discover what works for you? Somatic and sound healing techniques don’t have to be difficult, even if you feel like you've already tried everything. You don't need to spend thousands on therapy sessions. It's easier than you think.

Kathy L. Kain and Stephen J. Terrell draw on 50 years of their combined clinical and teaching experience to provide this clear road map for understanding the complexities of early trauma and its related symptoms. Experts in the physiology of trauma, the authors present an introduction to their innovative somatic approach that has evolved to help thousands improve their lives. Synthesizing across disciplines - Attachment, Polyvagal, Neuroscience, Child Development Theory, Trauma, and Somatics - this book provides a new lens through which to understand safety and regulation.

Although many forms of trauma treatment rely solely on talk therapy as a means of healing, we cannot "talk out" every issue related to trauma. Indeed, trauma is stored in the body and the brain and must be treated as such. Designed with both mental health clinicians and clients in mind, Trauma-Informed Yoga offers forty-seven short, simple practices that regulate the autonomic nervous system, calm the racing mind, and center those of us living chaotic twenty-first century lives.

In Trauma Made Simple, trauma expert Dr. Jamie Marich brings her practical style of training to audio, using clinical common sense to wade through theory, research, and hype surrounding trauma. Learn about trauma in a way that is relevant to clinical work, including extensive coverage on PTSD and other diagnoses through a bio-psycho-social-spiritual lens. Make clinically informed decisions based on setting, client preparedness, and other contextual variables. Develop strategies for treatment planning based on the best possible treatments in the field today.

Shadow work—the process of exploring your pain, trauma, and imperfections—is a powerful tool to help you embrace and accept yourself, even the parts that are difficult. Shadow Work gives you everything you need to get started with a clear explanation of what shadow work is, how it works, and how it helps you, as well as guided meditations and affirmations to walk you through your own shadow work. Written by licensed therapist Jor-El Caraballo, this book is the perfect companion for your self-exploration journey.

Are you ready to elevate your diagnostic skills and master the complexities of psychiatric practice with the DSM-5-TR? In the ever-evolving field of mental health, accurate diagnosis is the foundation of effective treatment. Yet, psychiatric symptoms often overlap, disorders present with complex comorbidities, and every patient brings unique challenges. This comprehensive workbook, DSM-5-TR Workbook for Nurse Practitioners: Exercises to Measure and Enhance Your Psychiatry Knowledge, is your practical guide to navigating these complexities with confidence. Unlike standard DSM-5-TR manuals, ...

In Understanding Anger After Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), mTBI or Concussion: Learn Symptoms, Triggers, Anger Management Strategies, Techniques, Therapy, Relationship Concerns, What Can Be Expected, Resources Are you or a close one struggling to manage anger after a brain injury? This book provides a comprehensive overview of anger, its impact on individuals with traumatic brain injury or TBI, and practical tips and tools to manage anger and other mood disorders. Written for TBI survivors, mTBI or concussion survivors, their families, health professionals and caregivers, this book will ...

Unlock the power of your inner child and break free from trauma to embrace true emotional freedom. What if the biggest force holding you back isn’t external—but the wounded child still living inside you? Self-sabotage, relationship struggles, and anxiety often stem from childhood trauma your mind may not recall—but your inner child never forgot. This audiobook is more than self-help. It’s a compassionate guide to healing, helping you reconnect with your most vulnerable self and break the cycles that keep you stuck.