his book is a valuable resource for all those affected by complex PTSD, allowing them to be informed and active as partners in the therapeutic healing process.from the foreword by Jim Knipe, Ph D, author of EMDR Theory and Treatment of Complex PTSD and Dissociation Those affected by complex PTSD commonly feel as though there is something fundamentally wrong with themthat somewhere inside there is a part of them that needs to be fixed.
Though untrue, such beliefs can feel extremely real and frightening.
Difficult as it may be, facing one PTSD from unresolved childhood trauma is a brave, courageous actand with the right guidance, healing from PTSD is possible.Clinical psychologist Dr.
Arielle Schwartz has spent years helping those with CPTSD find their way to wholeness.
She also knows the territory of the healing firsthand, having walked it herself.
This book provides a map to the complicated, and often overwhelming, terrain of CPTSD with Dr.
Schwartz knowledgeable guidance helping you find your way.In The Complex PTSD Workbook, youl learn all about CPTSD and gain valuable insight into the types of symptoms associated with unresolved childhood trauma, while applying a strengthbased perspective to integrate positive beliefs and behaviors.Useful features of The Complex PTSD Workbook Examples and exercises through which youl discover your own instances of trauma through relating to PTSD experiences other than your own, such as the [Example] Diane was very skilled at avoiding dealing with her traumatic past.
To survive, she had learned to bury her painful feelings and memories, preferring not to talk about her childhood.
It simply hurt too much.
[Exercise] In what ways can you relate to Diane story?
Take some time to write down any associations you have.
Information about common PTSD misdiagnoses such as bipolar disorder, ADHD, anxiety disorders, major depressive disorder, and substance abuse, among others.
Explorations of common methods of PTSD therapy including somatic therapy, EMDR, CBT, DBT, and mindbody perspectives.
Chapter takeaways that encourage thoughtful consideration and writing to explore how you feel as you review the material presented in relation to your PTSD symptoms.
The Complex PTSD Workbook aims to empower you with a thorough understanding of the psychology and physiology of CPTSD so you can make informed choices about the path to healing that is right for you and discover a life of wellness, free of CPTSD, that used to seem just out of reach.