Resources
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Healing Books for Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse
The Body Keeps the Score – Bessel van der Kolk, M.D.
A groundbreaking book on how trauma impacts brain and body, with paths to healing through body-based therapies.
The Courage to Heal – Ellen Bass & Laura Davis
A classic and comprehensive guide for survivors, filled with stories, exercises, and hope.Healing the Fragmented Selves of Trauma Survivors – Janina Fisher, Ph.D.
Insightful work on understanding and integrating dissociated parts of the self after trauma.Waking the Tiger: Healing Trauma – Peter Levine, Ph.D.
Introduces somatic experiencing— it’s a gentle approach to releasing trauma stored in the body.Getting Past Your Past: Take Control of Your Life with Self-Help Techniques from EMDR Therapy – Francine Shapiro, Ph.D.
Introduction to EMDR therapy and tools for processing trauma.It Wasn’t Your Fault: Freeing Yourself from the Shame of Childhood Abuse with the Power of Self-Compassion – Beverly Engel
A compassionate guide to overcoming shame and reclaiming self-worth.I Never Told Anyone: Writings by Women Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse – Edited by Ellen Bass & Louise Thornton
A powerful anthology of survivor voices offering connection and validation.The Deepest Well: Healing the Long-Term Effects of Childhood Adversity – Nadine Burke-Harris, M.D.
Connects childhood trauma with lifelong health outcomes and outlines hopeful healing methods.Stolen Innocence – Erin Merryn
A moving memoir from a survivor turned advocate, offering hope and inspiration.The Courage to Heal Workbook – Laura Davis
A practical companion workbook to The Courage to Heal. It’s packed with exercises for emotional healing.
Healing Podcasts
Finding OK – Healing After Sexual Assault and Abuse
Intersectional survivor-led stories, expert advice, and empowerment-focused conversations.
Conversations with Carolyn Spring
Trauma-informed series where the expert speaks openly about trauma, dissociation, recovery, and mental health.