The Power Of Trauma-Informed Yoga: Mind-Body Techniques to Empower Healing, Bolster Resilience, Elevate Well-Being and Ignite Personal Growth

by Sue Berman

Recovering from trauma is a challenging journey — discover how trauma-informed yoga can contribute to a holistic healing process and a renewed sense of well-being…Trauma doesn’t discriminate, it can happen to anyone.

War veterans, victims of violence and sexual assault, survivors of accidents or natural disasters, or people just going about their day suddenly witnessing a serious event that shatters their sense of safety...

It can affect people from all backgrounds and there is a multitude of potentially traumatic experiences that can occur throughout anyone's life.

In fact, the statistics speak to a staggering reality — approximately 70% of adults in the U.S., or 223.4 million individuals, have encountered some form of a traumatic event in their lives.

While many treatments for trauma exist, there is one approach — rooted in an ancient practice — that creates a safe environment where the complexities of healing from trauma can be navigated with compassion and trauma-informed yoga.

Whether you're taking your initial steps toward healing or seeking a complementary method to enhance your existing treatment, this approach offers a transformative and holistic route to trauma recovery.

Penned by a yoga practitioner with over a decade of experience, this book is a compassionate roadmap inviting you toward a life of empowered healing, resilience, and personal growth.

And inside, you’ll

The bonds of trauma — dive into an in-depth exploration of what trauma is, and its impact on your mind and bodyHow yoga enhances neuroplasticity and brings other impressive benefits guiding you toward a profound sense of well-beingWhat sets trauma-informed yoga apart from conventional yoga practices and the principles that shape itCarefully curated yoga poses tailored to support trauma healing — with step-by-step instructions5 pranayama exercises to breathe life into your healing journey and revitalize the connection between body, mind, and soulThe transformative power of mindfulness and how to infuse it in your yoga practice for a renewed sense of presence on and off the matA comprehensive guide to starting your trauma-informed yoga journey and sustaining itAnd much more.

There are people who appear strong on the outside but privately battle the aftermath of a traumatic event.

This could be you or the next person beside you.

Trauma-informed yoga not only nurtures your personal healing but also offers a gateway to embracing trauma-informed interactions.

By embodying this approach, you’re not only fostering your personal growth but also contributing to a world where empathy and understanding are the cornerstones of connection and healing.

If you’re ready to start on a journey that holds powerful potential to reshape your life then scroll up and click the “Add to Cart” button right now.

194 pages, Paperback

Published January 28, 2024

Reviews

[Martine1975 · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fantastic book! Very informative and offers food for thought. I will take many things from this book into my yoga teaching. Highly recommend!

[Bree · Rating 4 out of 5]

I went into this book with some reservations - I'm a mental health counselor and when I see words like "trauma" and "healing" I fear they will be buzzwords used to draw people in.
However, I was so pleasantly surprised by the content of this book. This is incredibly well-researched, which is a huge deal because, when talking about trauma, you want to ensure that people are getting accurate information and seeing current research so that they do not do farther harm to themselves or others. The information presented in the first few sections of this book are very well written and can be easily understood by professionals or those unfamiliar with the terms. It is easy to understand and I think a lot of people can connect with the information as it is presented. It goes through not only definitions, but how trauma impacts the mind, the body, and our interactions with others (things I teach to my own clients in daily therapy sessions).
I also really appreciated that the author took the time to break down specific yoga positions, what they help with, and how to offer assistance without further traumatizing the clients. While this book is aimed at current yoga instructors to become more trauma-informed, I strongly believe counselors or regular individuals hoping to heal through yoga can utilize the book. Research, techniques for breathing, and yoga positions are included and detailed out.
Overall, I would definitely recommend this book!

[Daniel Moreno · Rating 4 out of 5]

this book is a guide to learn about life and healing.

This book is a comprehensive guide to utilizing yoga techniques for healing and personal growth. Berman draws from over a decade of experience as a yoga master to offer a tender roadmap for individuals recovering from trauma. explores the impact of trauma on the mind and body, emphasizes the benefits of trauma-informed yoga in advance resilience and well-being. Readers will discover carefully curated yoga poses, pranayama exercises, and mindfulness practices tailored to support trauma healing. Berman's expertise shines through in providing step-by-step instructions and a holistic approach to starting and sustaining a trauma-informed yoga journey. This book is a valuable resource for anyone seeking a transformative path towards empowerment and healing and not only that, this book is a guide to learn about life and healing.

[Marina Lujan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Healing from trauma can feel like a long and sometimes isolating road. In this book, Berman offers a remarkable roadmap that fuses yoga practice with trauma healing. It is packed with resources tailored for individuals looking to mend on every front: physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Based on my personal experiences, I can truly affirm the deep influence yoga can exert on our lives. Over the years of embracing yoga, I've witnessed remarkable enhancements in both my physical and emotional well-being, leading to greater overall happiness.

If you're on a quest for a thorough method to recover and reconstruct post-trauma, I wholeheartedly suggest delving into "The Power of Trauma-Informed Yoga." As you journey through its pages, you'll emerge with a revitalized outlook, brimming with fresh hope and a strengthened sense of empowerment.

[Iro Gkioka · Rating 5 out of 5]

“The Power of Trauma-Informed Yoga” has come into my life during a very important period, where I have been working on my self development and deep introspection using many different tools, such as yoga practice, psychotherapy, NLP, nature activities… And eventually another immensely valuable tool is this book!
Sue is very well educated on trauma-informed yoga and has great experience in teaching, and these characteristics are very profound throughout every chapter. The book is written in a manner which makes you feel well informed and supported, and gives you a rounded perspective of the subject.
I am so lucky to having read this book, and I heartily recommend it to anyone who wants to learn more about Trauma-Informed Yoga and evolve into their own self awareness and development!

😊🙏🏽🌸

[Dani Savante · Rating 5 out of 5]

I found this book extremely moving. It offers a very original perspective on the process of recovery from traumatic events. It is clear that it has been written with empathy and experience by a yoga practitioner, this book goes beyond being a simple guide; It is a great relief and companion for anyone experiencing the shadows of trauma.
I really recommend it, what impressed me most about this work is its holistic approach. It does not limit itself to offering yoga techniques, but explores the intersection between mind, body and soul on the path to healing. It is very complete and easy to understand.

[Daniel Williams]

Yoga for the soul.

Blending therapeutic knowledge with an accessible voice, Berman insightfully chronicles trauma’s bonds alongside yoga’s profound capacity to heal. With care and nuance, each chapter grounds readers in wise principles for safely progressing through yoga postures and breathwork. While more diverse case studies would strengthen its impact, there’s tremendous value in both the mindful philosophy and the intuitive sequencing. Offering trauma survivors an empowering reclamation of body and spirit, this compassionate guide lays a thoughtful foundation.

[Melissa Hernandez · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a good guide. I appreciate that it lays out the different yoga stances you can try if you need to work on yourself as well as the tips. Even though it's a short book, the whole thing is informative. You can definitely learn something from here. Trauma can get to you inside and out, and this a good way in working towards recovery. And even if you're not in the road to recovery, it's still pretty good overall.

[Dr Samantha · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved it

As a yoga therapist I loved the way the author clearly explained the powerful healing principles behind the yoga system.
She explains simply and clearly and this book could be useful to readers of all yoga levels

[Chico's Mom · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book is for those who would like to improve their mental health without turning to medication, explicitly dealing with trauma resolution. Yoga is a great way to calm the mind, body, and spirit. This book serves as an excellent guide for that goal. Building a safe space is something some therapists need to remember to teach, and this book has a chapter about that. It's a physical space where you can feel safe, with music, lighting, and color helping the reader build a safe space in your home. This book aids readers in healing and trusting themselves more, putting control in their own hands. The Trauma-Sensitive Regulation Exercises are interesting. The visual grounding exercise was something I had not tried before; it is easy to follow, as are the other exercises and practices in the book.