Relationship Trauma

When Melissa Moore was 13 years old, her father said to her, "I know how to kill someone and get away with it". At the time she chalked it up to his love of detective novels, but it didn't change the fact that her father had always been someone who made her anxious. Two years later, in 1995, Melissa's father was arrested for the murder of eight women over a period of five years - he was the serial killer known nationally as the Happy Face Killer.

Psychotherapist and breakup expert Rachel A. Sussman, LCSW, reveals the secrets every woman needs to get her life back on track. Drawing on hundreds of counseling sessions she's conducted with women at all stages of recovery, Sussman developed a proven three-phase process for healing from a breakup.

Have you ever wondered "Why did I do that?" or "Why can't I just control my behavior?" Others may judge our reactions and think, "What's wrong with that person?" When questioning our emotions, it's easy to place the blame on ourselves; holding ourselves and those around us to an impossible standard. It's time we started asking a different question. Through deeply personal conversations, Oprah Winfrey and renowned brain and trauma expert Dr. Bruce Perry offer a groundbreaking and profound shift from asking “What’s wrong with you?” to “What happened to you?”

Written in plain English and packed with sensitive, authoritative information, Codependency for Dummies, 2nd Edition describes the history, symptoms, causes, and relationship dynamics of codependency. The majority of the book is devoted to healing and lays out a clear plan for recovery with exercises, practical advice, and daily reminders to help you know, honor, protect, and express yourself, with new chapters on working the 12 Steps to recover from codependency and how therapists/coaches/nurses are affected by codependency.

From Trauma to Healing is a practical guide to breaking free of these traumas and finding hope for the future. In four chapters, Causes of Trauma, Symptoms of Trauma, Relocating Trauma, and Processing Trauma, we learn what trauma is, how it can affect us for decades, and how we can liberate ourselves from it in a healthy way.

Trauma and Recovery is revered as the seminal text on understanding trauma survivors. By placing individual experience in a broader political frame, Harvard psychiatrist Judith Herman argues that psychological trauma is inseparable from its social and political context. Drawing on her own research on incest, as well as a vast literature on combat veterans and victims of political terror, she shows surprising parallels between private horrors like child abuse and public horrors like war.

Coercive Relationships provides a beacon for survivors of partner abuse. Parker’s nonjudgmental, empathic voice offers knowledge gleaned from years of experience. Survivors gain answers to frequently asked questions: Am I being abused? Why do they hurt me? Why do I feel so crazy? What can I change? Why do they believe they should control us? How do I recognize abuse of power? How do I heal?Each chapter contains illustrative vignettes and suggestions for reflection to assist readers in discovering what they want. Coercive Relationships lifts the private shame survivors feel by connecting ...

Do you find it hard to trust people? Perhaps you imagine how they might hurt you before you even begin to explore a relationship… Your trust issues have to do with your attachment style, and that’s something that cemented itself long ago… but you’re not attached to this forever: It’s something you can change. Find out how to be in adult relationships that are truly healthy and fulfilling. This engaging therapy workbook for adults is the relationship book you need to get you there.

Sacred Sex Ed is the sex education you never had, but that we all desperately need; a sex education that is empowering, honest, and pleasure-based. It is the pathway to a future in which we feel empowered by our desires, rather than a slave to them; in which we feel celebratory of our nakedness and vulnerability. Sacred Sex Ed is creating a world where we can openly and emphatically talk about the energy and acts that brought us into it. This book is an ally in reclaiming the most powerful energy in your body by inviting you to: Illuminate your shadows. Acknowledge the patterns, authorities...

Reparenting Your Inner Child: Heal from Childhood Emotional Neglect and Build the Secure Life You Deserve Break Free from the Past, Heal Your Inner Child, and Step into Emotional Freedom Were you raised by emotionally immature parents who failed to meet your emotional needs? Do you struggle with self-doubt, people-pleasing, or difficulty forming healthy relationships? If so, your inner child may still be carrying wounds from the past—and it’s time to start healing. Reparenting Your Inner Child is a powerful guide that helps you identify the lasting effects of childhood emotional neglect...

On a summer night in 1984, 19-year-old UC Berkeley sophomore Karen Thomas leaves her uniformed patrol job at the University of California Police Department and walks home alone in darkness. At the threshold of her apartment a man assaults her at knife point. After a soul chilling struggle she manages to escape and call 911. Police catch her assailant, she identifies him, and he is arrested. Fast forward 2014, 30 years after her assault. Why does the body remember what the mind tries so desperately to forget?

"The Trauma Bonding" is a compelling exploration of the complex dynamics of trauma bonding and the journey toward liberation. Written with compassion and insight, this book delves into the intricate web of emotions and behaviors that ensnare individuals in toxic relationships, offering a roadmap for breaking free and reclaiming autonomy and self worth. At its core, "The Trauma Bonding" shines a light on the psychological phenomenon of bonding with those who have caused us harm, often as a result of repeated cycles of abuse or manipulation. The readers gain a deep understanding of how trauma...

Unleash the transformative power of forgiveness with "The Art of Forgiving the Unforgettable: Reclaiming Your Life and Happiness. Letting Go of Pain and Embracing New Beginnings." This groundbreaking book offers a profound exploration of the sacred artistry of forgiveness, guiding you on a journey of healing, redemption, and inner peace. Through captivating narratives, practical exercises, and timeless wisdom, you will discover the keys to unlocking the shackles of bitterness and embracing the boundless possibilities of new beginnings. Transform Your Life: Learn how to release the burdens ...

A longtime trauma worker, Laura van Dernoot Lipsky offers a deep and empathetic survey of the often-unrecognized toll on those working to make the world a better place. We may feel tired, cynical, numb, or like we can never do enough. These, and other symptoms, affect us individually and collectively, sapping the energy and effectiveness we so desperately need if we are to benefit humankind, other animals, and the planet itself. Through Trauma Stewardship, we are called to meet these challenges in an intentional way.

Waking the Tiger offers a new and hopeful vision of trauma. It views the human animal as a unique being, endowed with an instinctual capacity. It asks and answers an intriguing question: Why are animals in the wild, though threatened routinely, rarely traumatized? By understanding the dynamics that make wild animals virtually immune to traumatic symptoms, the mystery of human trauma is revealed.

Do you find yourself creating elaborate stories about their whereabouts, none of them good? If constant overthinking is turning your happy relationship into a battlefield, you're not alone. This book will be your lifeline. It dives deep into the toxic thoughts that can creep into any relationship, whispering doubts and insecurities. You'll learn how these overactive mental gymnastics can sabotage your connection and leave you feeling anxious and drained.

Pave the Path for Recovery from Narcissist Abuse or Toxic Relationships with 300 Uplifting and Healing Affirmations! Healing from narcissistic abuse and toxic relationships is a process that often starts with acknowledging the pain and trauma inflicted and experienced. There are many deep wounds left as a result that show up visibly and invisibly. At times, it may feel overwhelming, navigating a rollercoaster of emotions—anger, betrayal, confusion, sadness, and even self-blame. However, as this journey progresses, you will find that not only is recovery possible, but it is also completely...

Are you unable to trust your partner? Are you insecure in your romantic relationship? Do you feel undervalued and belittled in your abilities? Do you feel that your partner controls every aspect of your personal life and does not make you feel autonomous? This book will shed light on the mechanisms behind toxic relationships and give you all the tools you need to get out of them.You are not alone: there is an effective solution to your problem! I know full well how frustrating submission to an unhealthy relationship devoid of respect and affection can be. Guilt, insecurity, and fear of ...

Somatic trauma therapist and positive psychology coach Caroline Strawson wants to show you that your past is not your life sentence. No matter what’s happened in your life, you can find joy, light, and happiness again. Integrating her own lived experience of narcissistic abuse with trauma-informed practices and positive psychology interventions, this audiobook will help you heal and begin to feel like yourself again.

"Loved it! Philosophy and psychology are very prominent in this book about love, life, trauma, and death." --Amanda Melton, Reviewer, Reedsy Discovery "Gary Morse’s attention to psychological depth and detail creates a riveting story" --Diane Donovan, Senior Reviewer, Midwest Book Review Discover an Epic Tale of Love, Loss, and Resilience Trauma can shatter our lives in an instant. Recovering joy can take a lifetime. Meet John, a thoughtful eight-year-old boy caught between his grieving parents. His overprotective mother and reckless father each cope with loss in their own ways. Defying ...