Trauma-Informed Yoga: A Toolbox for Therapists: 47 Practices to Calm Balance, and Restore the Nervous System

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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. Cover Copyright About the Author Dedication Table of Contents List of Practices Foreword Acknowledgments Introduction Part One—The Philosophical and Practical Why Chapter 1: Definitions and Background Chapter 2: Foundational Principles Chapter 3: Trauma-Informed Yoga: The Basics Chapter 4: Polyvagal Theory Essentials Part Two—The Practices Chapter 5: The Setup Chapter 6: Calming Practices Chapter 7: Balancing Practices Chapter 8: Energizing Practices Chapter 9: Visualizations and Meditations Epilogue Resources References