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Transforming Trauma in Children and Adolescents: An Embodied Approach to Somatic Regulation, Trauma Processing, and Attachment-Building
An innovative somatic and attachment-based treatment for working with children and adolescents who suffer from complex trauma and neglect
"[This] is a ground-breaking new approach to treating traumatized children, based on the combination of keen clinical observation, sensory integration, and a deep understanding of the latest advances in the neuroscience of trauma."—Bessel van der Kolk, MD, best-selling author of The Body Keeps the Score
The SMART (Sensory Motor Arousal Regulation Treatment) program addresses three key processes that can be derailed by developmental trauma--somatic regulation, trauma processing, and attachment-building--and uses movement and sensation to target the neurological structures that support emotional and behavioral regulation. Transforming Trauma in Children and Adolescents teaches therapists the eight key skills required for SMART mastery and provides seven regulation tools for clients, helping children and adolescents manage their feelings and attend to developmental tasks like making friends, participating at school, learning to play with others, and developing a sense of self that includes--but isn't defined by--the trauma they've experienced. Enriched with case studies and recommended adaptations, the book includes resources for parents and other caregivers who want to provide ongoing supportive care outside the clinical setting.
"[This] is a ground-breaking new approach to treating traumatized children, based on the combination of keen clinical observation, sensory integration, and a deep understanding of the latest advances in the neuroscience of trauma."—Bessel van der Kolk, MD, best-selling author of The Body Keeps the Score
The SMART (Sensory Motor Arousal Regulation Treatment) program addresses three key processes that can be derailed by developmental trauma--somatic regulation, trauma processing, and attachment-building--and uses movement and sensation to target the neurological structures that support emotional and behavioral regulation. Transforming Trauma in Children and Adolescents teaches therapists the eight key skills required for SMART mastery and provides seven regulation tools for clients, helping children and adolescents manage their feelings and attend to developmental tasks like making friends, participating at school, learning to play with others, and developing a sense of self that includes--but isn't defined by--the trauma they've experienced. Enriched with case studies and recommended adaptations, the book includes resources for parents and other caregivers who want to provide ongoing supportive care outside the clinical setting.
304 pages, Paperback
Published March 20, 2020
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July 15, 2020
I received a copy of this for free through the goodreads giveaways.
This book presents a straightforward, approachable, and research-based model for the treatment of trauma in children. The model integrates sensory work with trauma processing and attachment building skills for a holistic "bottom-up" approach. The book offers a detailed review of the literature and existing treatments and also offers several specific tools/skills for clinicians and caregivers that I can definitely see integrating into my practice. I also appreciate how clearly organized the material and visual aids are in this book.
This book presents a straightforward, approachable, and research-based model for the treatment of trauma in children. The model integrates sensory work with trauma processing and attachment building skills for a holistic "bottom-up" approach. The book offers a detailed review of the literature and existing treatments and also offers several specific tools/skills for clinicians and caregivers that I can definitely see integrating into my practice. I also appreciate how clearly organized the material and visual aids are in this book.
June 10, 2020
This is an amazing book that has great insight into the comprehension of coping and understanding trauma in children and adults. I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book and plan to apply this knowledge when working with my clients.
July 5, 2022
For therapist interested in integrating SMART therapy Into your practice! Best if you have a sensory room to work out of.
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