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 47 short, simple practices that regulate the autonomic nervous system, calm the racing mind, and center those of us living chaotic 21st century lives. Drawing from over 20 years of teaching and clinical practice, Spence masterfully weaves together the ancient wisdom of yoga with modern neuroscience and clinical practice in an accessible and compassionate manner. This how-to toolbox will arm you with knowledge and with powerful, yet simple, mind-body activities that reduce suffering and increase well-being.
Empower children and adolescents to cope with trauma and build resiliency. Written by expert clinicians, the activities in this workbook support a foundation of social-emotional language, an increase in consistency and routine, regulation of tough emotions, and the formation of connections with others. Inside you will find 116 easy-to-use, solution-focused activities and worksheets developed with a trauma-informed lens that promote skills such as: [[Building a sense of safety in your environment [[Fostering trust and positive regard [[Establishing healthy coping skills [[Promoting problem-solving pathways [[Developing personal empowerment, confidence and wellness
There has never been a time in history when educators have felt such overwhelming levels of stress, burnout, and exhaustion. Still, we depend on teachers to be a positive guiding force in our children's lives - often playing simultaneous roles as educator, parent, mental health counselor, and caring friend. For educators to fulfill these vital roles, it's abundantly clear that they need to develop resiliency both inside and outside the classroom. Written by fellow educator and mindful self-compassion expert, Lisa Baylis, MEd, this book provides educators with simple, accessible, and easy-to-use practices that will inspire them to care for themselves - instead of adding to their chaos - so they can continue doing the profession they love. Within Self-Compassion for Educators, busy and overwhelmed teachers can learn how to: · Reduce feelings of shame, criticism, and self-doubt· Anchor themselves to the present moment· Develop greater compassion for themselves and others· Mitigate the effects of chronic stress and develop resilience· Cultivate a sense of gratitude· Practice self-care routines that create sustainable well-being· Avoid exhaustion and burnout
Conversations about change can be challenging. In this motivational interviewing (MI) toolkit, you will find a variety of tools and strategies designed to help you apply the spirit of MI so you can more effectively evoke people's own interests, experiences, and good ideas for change. Designed for mental health clinicians who want to deepen their learning and proficiency, this toolkit provides:· Examples of how to use MI to support people experiencing a variety of mental health issues· Activities to help you more deeply explore the fundamental concepts, spirit, and tools of MI · Sample conversation scripts that demonstrate the MI skills in practice · Exercises to assess your progress and gain confidence in your skills · Tools to help you integrate MI more fully into your practice Most importantly, this toolkit offers a variety of flexible opportunities for you to actively practice the core skills of MI: Use them on your own, with a partner, with a team of colleagues, or within an MI learning community.
The most comprehensive ADHD resource available! This practical workbook gives you the most effective, and proven, non-medication treatment approaches and skillsStep-by-step instructions on tailoring psychotherapy to ADHDADHD-friendly parenting skillsTechniques for emotional and behavioral regulationSkills for organizing time, space and activityMindfulness skillsDownloadable handouts, exercises, activities and resources
If we look deeply enough, we can connect to all the parts within us. Ten years ago, Ilyse Kennedy was a disconnected twenty-something, sitting on a therapy couch, a client grappling with her own trauma recovery. Now, as a trauma therapist, Kennedy shows up with a calming presence, ready to attune to her treasured clients. Those who meet her now might be surprised to know that this twenty-something still lives within her, sometimes awakening in response to the familiar. She also has a people pleaser, who caters to the needs of others for self-protection. Then there is the therapist within her, who offers tools and solutions for the clients across from her. The twenty-something, people pleaser, and therapist are all parts within her-they are adaptations she formed in response to traumas-who show up to aid her in interacting with the outside world. In The Tender Parts, part memoir, part self-help, Kennedy leads you through the process of meeting, embracing, and tending to your own parts through the lens of Internal Family Systems (IFS), a form of therapy that explores the parts within us all. With meditations, exercises, and an introduction to her own parts, she provides you with an opportunity to get to know the parts within yourself, offer them compassion, and relieve them of their burdens so you can heal your inner wounds and be more attuned to the Self. As you meet Kennedy's parts, your understanding and knowledge of your own parts will deepen, allowing you to reconnect with your center and approach the world with openhearted joy.
Teaching kids about social-emotional (SEL) skills in a controlled environment is one thing. Whether they use those skills independently in other situations (and with other people) is another. In The SEL Toolbox, clinicians and educators will find a variety of creative, adaptable interventions that not only teach kids the foundational SEL skills but also prepare them to successfully apply those skills to unpredictable, unstructured environments that more closely parallel real-life scenarios. Designed for use in small group settings with school-aged kids, each intervention includes step-by-step directions, clear lesson plans, case examples, and, most importantly, specific directions on how and when to introduce incremental challenges that encourage kids to problem solve in the moment. This unique and targeted approach will help kids generalize the skills they need to: Manage their emotions Think flexibly, especially when frustrated Follow directions and stay on task Control their impulses Collaborate and cooperate with others Problem solve in the face of challenges Advocate for themselves And more!
In this highly anticipated second edition of the bestselling CBT Toolbox, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy expert Dr. Jeff Riggenbach translates 20 years of practice and training into an accessible, step-by-step approach to create meaningful change for your clients. Designed for mental health clinicians, coaches, and clients alike, The CBT Toolbox is a go-to resource for addressing unhelpful thinking patterns and implementing practical, proven, action steps to achieve goals and live life more intentionally. Dr. Riggenbach is legendary for providing evidence-based strategies that actually work, all in the form of his signature "tools." The second edition contains 185 exercises and activities that are reproducible and ready-to-go for in-session, homework, or your own self-improvement. · Depression · Anxiety · Anger · Problem solving · Overcoming daily obstacles · Addictive behaviors · Stress · Goal setting · Time management · Dealing with difficult people
Trauma recovery is as much about healing the body as it is the mind. Yet, so often, the focus of healing involves¿retelling the story of the past¿without addressing the physiological imbalances that trauma leaves in its wake. Therapeutic Yoga for Trauma Recovery¿bridges this path of healing between the psyche and the body by walking you through the sacred practice of yoga so you can release the burdens of trauma from your body and mind. Grounded within the principles of polyvagal theory, affective neuroscience, and trauma-informed care, this book will help you gain a better understanding of how our brains and bodies respond to stress and trauma and offer a self-led healing journey toward feeling more empowered, grounded, clearheaded, inspired, and at ease. With her innately compassionate and gentle guidance, Dr. Arielle Schwartz introduces you to the power of the yogic philosophy and offers a variety of accessible yoga poses and breathing practices that will allow you to: Nourish your nervous system Reconnect with your body Ground yourself in the present moment Release unresolved patterns of fight, flight, freeze, or faint Widen your ability to tolerate emotional discomfort Develop a felt sense of resilience Anchor yourself in self-love Reclaim connection with and trust in your body Create a personalized yoga practice for your own self-care
Sometimes the key to feeling better is knowing where to tap. Rooted within energy psychology, tapping is a mind-body technique used to treat a range of psychological, interpersonal, and physical health problems, from chronic pain and traumatic stress to athletic performance and addictive cravings. Written by Dr. Fred Gallo, a foremost pioneer and energy psychology innovator, The Tapping Toolbox is the perfect primer for anyone looking to learn more about the philosophy and research behind tapping, as well as how to apply this simple, yet powerful, technique to resolve their most difficult problems. Written in a conversational and accessible manner, this toolbox offers: Step-by-step tapping protocols with an illustrative transcript detailing each step Tapping sequences using emotional freedom techniques, thought field therapy, and the midline technique Practical exercises to use in tandem with tapping Strategies for overcoming treatment barriers, including stabilization, continuous tapping, and layering Detailed case examples for treating various diagnoses, including PTSD, depression, anxiety, and chronic pain And more! With The Tapping Toolbox, the power to resolve emotional distress and connect to your innate health and wisdom lies at the tips of your fingers.
When it comes to working with dysregulated children, sometimes the biggest behaviors come in the smallest containers. From tantrums and defiance to self-injury and withdrawal, even the most skilled professionals find themselves focused on extinguishing the troubling behavior rather than stepping back to ask: What is the underlying emotional need? In Big Behaviors in Small Containers, you'll find 131 practical, fun, and ready-to-use play therapy interventions that shift the paradigm around problematic behaviors to allow for therapeutic growth and healing. Based on TraumaPlay®, a treatment approach that prioritizes attachment, co-regulation, and the science of the stress response system, the interventions inside will help kids: ¿ Develop a sense of safety and security ¿ Expand their window of tolerance ¿ Cope adaptively with anger, anxiety, and other strong emotions ¿ Enhance their emotional literacy ¿ Strengthen social skills and self-esteem ¿ Challenge and overcome unhelpful thoughts ¿ Develop a coherent narrative around trauma and other difficult experiences ¿ And more! Whether you're a therapist, teacher, doctor, caregiver, or trusted grown-up in a child's life, the tools inside will allow you to become the co-regulating, nurturing, and consistent presence that your "small container" needs to remain grounded in the face of stress, big feelings, and difficult situations.
A must-have clinical resource that should have a place on every clinicians' shelf - now in a fully revised and updated second edition! Dr. Charles Atkins, board-certified psychiatrist, addictions specialist, and clinical trainer, brings the latest on effective treatment and recovery with Co-Occurring Disorders: A Whole-Person Approach to the Assessment and Treatment of Substance Use and Mental Disorders (2nd edition). Written in his signature straightforward style and packed with accessible clinical tools, it serves as a navigation guide through the complexities of co-occurring disorders, providing clarity where many clinicians find themselves stuck. This book is a must-have resource for the rubber-meets-the-road clinician, as well as the educators who train them. Now in its second edition, it covers: · The latest research on health and wellness interventions· New comprehensive case studies· Tools from evidence-based treatment models, including:o Motivational interviewingo Cognitive-behavioral strategieso Skills trainingo Mutual self-help & peer-based interventionso Mindfulness trainingo Recovery based strategieso Family interventionso Assertive community treatment and targeted case managemento Psychopharmacology including opioid and nicotine replacement strategies
As young adults strive to create their own identities, they need to learn how to express themselves in meaningful ways, form relationships, adjust to changing situations, and persevere in the face of challenges. When this transition to adulthood is coupled with mental health issues, it becomes even more important for individuals to have strategies they can use to tackle life's major hurdles and regain control. In The CBT Toolbox for Young Adults, you'll find 170 solution-focused exercises and activities to help this critical age group build greater independence, harness their unique strengths, and learn healthy ways to adapt to their changing worlds. Grounded within a cognitive behavioral approach, the easily reproducible and ready-to-use tools inside will allow clients to: ¿ Build resiliency ¿ Manage their moods ¿ Communicate effectively ¿ Set boundaries ¿ Reframe faulty thoughts ¿ Express empathy ¿ Self-advocate ¿ Develop healthy work habits ¿ Enhance time management and budgeting skills ¿ Set and achieve realistic goals ¿ Thrive as they enter adulthood
Virtual care is the new normal. Are you prepared? In this comprehensive guide, therapist and certified telemental health trainer Joni Gilbertson discusses the entire virtual treatment process, from intake to termination (and beyond).
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This workbook will give you proven tools and techniques to help your clients overcome the debilitating negative thought patterns and feelings of never being good-enough that often result from core shame.
Unlock your client's innate capacity for resilience, compassion, and creativityFrom Daniel J. Siegel, MD, and Tina Payne Bryson, PhD, the bestselling authors of The Whole-Brain Child, No-Drama Discipline, and The Power of Showing Up, comes the latest resource for parents, clinicians, and educators to nurture the positive potential in children. Expanding upon their acclaimed book The Yes Brain, this workbook companion continues to build on the skills needed to cultivate courage and emotion regulation in kids. The Yes Brain Workbook teaches caregivers how to cultivate a mindset in their children (and themselves!) that will encourage them to approach life with a "yes" state of mind. With an interactive format that includes worksheets, activities, self-reflections, and fun illustrations, parents will learn how to: Put into practice the fundamentals of a Yes Brain - balance, resilience, insight, and empathy - and how to strengthen them in real-world scenarios Recognize when kids need a gentle push out of a comfort zone vs. needing the "cushion" of safety and familiarity Develop strategies to reduce negative behavioral and emotional states (aggression and withdrawal) and expand their child's capacity for positivityThe Yes Brain Approach Teaches: Flexibility and adaptability Sound decision making and planning Regulation of emotions and body Personal insight Empathy Morality
Drs. Sokol and Fox have the knowledge base to bring you the most comprehensive and up-to-date information regarding CBT.Written for mental health professionals, students, trainers, supervisors, teachers, and clinicians of all levels, this workbook is filled with practical, easy-to-understand tools to help you put theory into practice.Filled with worksheets, coping cards, step-by-step plans and activities, this accessible guide will help you teach clients effective coping skills, which builds their confidence, and eliminates self-doubt-the most crucial part of treatment. These tools will help clients become their own therapist and sustain recovery across a variety of issues, including: Depression Bipolar Disorder Anxiety Anger Substance Abuse Personality Disorders PTSD Self-Harm and Suicidality Psychosis
In this comprehensive toolbox, Dr. David Pratt shares essential cognitive and behavioral skill building activities created and honed over his 40 year career.Each worksheet and handout is accompanied by straight-forward explanations, highlighted as "Therapist Tips" to guide the clinician in presenting the material to children and adolescents in an empathic and effective style. The highly practical interventions are structured activities that are reproducible and ready-to-go for sessions.Help your young clients get the most out of therapy, and start improving the challenges in their lives with: Tools for mood management Mindfulness practices Cognitive processing and cognitive restructuring Teaching essential social skills Game plans to face and fight anxiety Managing self-harm and suicidal urges Motivation counseling and goal setting Strategies to improve parent involvement
Get Kids to Listen, Stay Focused and OrganizedDealing with problem behaviors starts at home. The Parenting Toolbox is filled with easy-to-use strategies, backed by science, to overcome challenges and strengthen parent-child interactions - one worksheet, activity and exercise at a time. Help kids cope with their stressful moments and anxious thoughts Improve social skills with siblings, friends and peers at school Reduce tantrums and meltdowns to create a more peaceful home Diminish the daily fight over screen timeThe Therapists' Secret to Changing BehaviorsCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on changing negative thoughts, beliefs and attitudes. Brief, targeted exercises can teach ways to recognize and replace unhealthy thoughts, improving emotions and behaviors.
Do you feel misunderstood? Do mood swings hit you quickly and intensely? Are you susceptible to getting your "buttons pushed" more often than others? Can you love your partner with all your heart and passionate intensity one moment, and hate them just as much only an hour later? Do you constantly have a nagging voice in the back of your mind telling you someone you care about is going to leave you, and that you will never be able to make it in life without them?If the answer to the majority of these questions is "yes," it is likely that you have borderline personality disorder, or BPD.But there is hope. And good news -- BPD is a highly treatable disorder.Drawing from a variety of evidence-based approaches, the Borderline Personality Disorder Toolbox is a real-world self-help workbook. Escaping generalizations and stereotypes, this complete guide is filled with practical explanations, along with over 100 worksheets and activities to improve behavior. Highlights include: Empower yourself so others can't push your buttons Tips to cope with intense feelings Retrain your brain to constructively deal with distorted thoughts Take control of your emotions before they take control of you Tools to create a happier, healthier and more productive life!
Take advantage of the latest brain research and evidence-based best practices to get kids motivated, focused, organized, and performing closer to their real potential. ADHD and executive function expert Cindy Goldrich and Special Education teacher Carly Goldrich combined efforts to create this powerful resource to help teachers and professionals understand and connect with students. These practical tools and worksheets are designed to help students become resourceful, accountable, optimistic, and perseverant. Included for easy reproduction are resources and worksheets to address issues related to: Practical, non-distracting movement Improving task initiation, planning, and time-management Strengthen emotional regulation, cognitive flexibility, and frustration tolerance Teach effective communication and collaboration skills Manage stress and anxiety in school and at home Create a Growth Mindset temperament and improve perseverance Use goal-setting techniques to improve performance and confidence
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