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Overview
Trauma-Focused ACT: A Practitioner’s Guide to Working with Mind, Body, and Emotion Using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (1st Edition) (ISBN-10: 1684038219, ISBN-13: 978-1684038213) is an advanced, evidence-based guide for clinicians and therapists using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to treat trauma-related disorders. Written by Russ Harris, this essential text integrates mindfulness, acceptance, and behavioral science to help practitioners address the complex emotional, cognitive, and physiological effects of trauma.
This comprehensive manual bridges modern trauma theory with the six core processes of ACT, offering step-by-step methods, real-world clinical examples, and powerful experiential exercises to foster healing and psychological flexibility. It’s a must-have for mental health professionals who aim to provide compassionate, body-centered trauma therapy.
What You’ll Learn
ACT Principles in Trauma Treatment
Understand how to apply ACT’s six core processes—acceptance, defusion, present-moment awareness, self-as-context, values, and committed action—to trauma recovery.
Mind-Body Integration
Learn trauma-informed techniques that combine mindfulness and somatic awareness to regulate emotion and restore safety in the body.
Clinical Strategies and Interventions
Discover practical tools for managing intrusive memories, hyperarousal, and emotional avoidance in trauma survivors.
Working with Compassion and Safety
Develop therapeutic strategies that promote self-compassion, resilience, and empowerment for clients processing trauma.
Case Studies and Real-World Applications
Explore detailed examples and guided exercises for implementing ACT in both individual and group therapy settings.
Why This Book Matters
Evidence-Based and Trauma-Informed: Merges ACT’s proven framework with the latest insights from trauma research.
Holistic Healing: Addresses the mind, body, and emotions together for deep and sustainable recovery.
Clinical Precision: Offers structured tools and exercises for trauma-focused therapy.
Written by an Expert: Authored by Russ Harris, internationally recognized for advancing ACT practice and training.
Who Should Read This Book
Clinical psychologists, therapists, and counselors working with trauma survivors.
Mental health professionals seeking to integrate mindfulness and somatic awareness into their practice.
Graduate psychology students specializing in trauma therapy or behavioral science.
Researchers and educators exploring ACT’s application in trauma-informed care.
Key Topics Covered
Core processes of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Psychological flexibility and trauma recovery
Mindfulness and somatic interventions for trauma
Emotional regulation and grounding techniques
Cognitive defusion and acceptance strategies
Values clarification and committed action in healing
Case studies, worksheets, and clinical applications
Conclusion
Trauma-Focused ACT: A Practitioner’s Guide to Working with Mind, Body, and Emotion Using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (1st Edition) is a transformative guide for trauma professionals. By uniting ACT’s core principles with mindfulness and body-based practices, this book empowers therapists to help clients process pain, reconnect with values, and build resilience. It’s an essential resource for anyone dedicated to trauma recovery, mindful healing, and evidence-based psychotherapy.