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

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 specialised 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 inclusi