The Trauma-Sensitive Mindfulness Workbook: A Comprehensive Guide for Mindfulness Teachers

By David A. Treleaven

Unbeknownst to many, mindfulness can exacerbate symptoms of traumatic stress. Instructed to pay close, sustained attention to their inner-world, people struggling with trauma can experience flashbacks, dysregulation, or dissociation.

Here, trauma specialist David Treleaven builds on his pioneering work to offer a practical guide for integrating trauma-sensitivity into mindfulness practices. From the nuances of trauma's impact on the individual to adapting mindfulness in diverse contexts, Treleaven provides step-by-step guidance, practical exercises, and real-world applications to ensure mindfulness is both safe and transformative. Structured to deepen understanding and skill, this comprehensive resource covers foundational principles and specialized adaptations, empowering mindfulness teachers with cutting-edge tools and insights. This is an essential guide for anyone looking to navigate the complexities of trauma with mindfulness and to foster environments of healing, resilience, and inclusivity.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 132403064X
• ISBN13: 9781324030645
• Release Date: April 2025
• Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
• Length: 336 Pages
• Weight: 1.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 7.0" x 9.9"