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Moving Beyond Trauma: The Roadmap to Healing from Your Past and Living with Ease and Vitality Paperback – April 27, 2020

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Have you noticed that no matter how much time you spend in talk therapy, you still feel anxious and triggered? That is because talk therapy can keep you stuck in a pattern of reliving your stories, rather than moving beyond them. But, most of all, it’s because trauma doesn’t just reside inside your mind—much more importantly, it locks itself in other parts of your body. When left unresolved, that trauma continues to live there, impacting your life, your relationships, your sense of safety, and your ability to experience joy in very real ways.

In Moving Beyond Trauma, Ilene Smith will introduce you to Somatic Experiencing, a body-based therapy capable of healing the damage done to your nervous system by trauma. She breaks down the ways in which trauma impacts your nervous system and walks you through a program designed to process trauma in a non-threatening way. You will discover a healing lifestyle marked by a deeper connection with yourself, those around you, and with everything you do.
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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Lioncrest Publishing (April 27, 2020)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 254 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 154450599X
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1544505992
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  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 0.64 x 8.5 inches
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ILENE SMITH is a certified professional coach and Somatic Experiencing practitioner who is passionate about helping others explore life with curiosity and exuberance. Her research into Somatic Experiencing and eating disorders has contributed to the importance of Somatic Experiencing and body-based therapies in recovery. Ilene has also worked extensively with patients suffering from addiction. With master’s degrees in exercise physiology and mental health counseling, Ilene blends talking, touch work, and movement to create synergy between a client’s body and mind. In addition to her private practice, Ilene has developed a series of trauma healing workshops and lectures, which she hosts worldwide. Ilene lives in Arizona.

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I've skimmed the book so far, but it looks to be a good addition to my library! I can't wait to add it to my nightly reading!OK, I'm halfway through it. Somatic healing is a wonderful tool, and I look forward to using it in my arsenal of therapies. This is a very informative book about it, and about using it.
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LaffingKat
5.0 out of 5 stars Understand how trauma has affected you and explore methods for healing
Reviewed in the United States on June 10, 2020
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In Moving Beyond Trauma, Somatic Experiencing practitioner Ilene Smith shares her own experience with trauma and both cognitive and somatic therapy, explains how trauma affects our nervous system, offers assessments to help readers better understand their own reactions to trauma, and suggests healing exercises. She accomplishes this in a friendly, easy to understand style accompanied by references to peer-reviewed journals and other professional literature.

I thought this book offered a particularly good discussion of nervous system dysregulation, and I appreciated all of the case studies the author presents. I was already familiar with most of the concepts discussed, and yet I felt like I gained a better understanding of how I have been affected by trauma and why I react the way I do at times.

Part of what sets this book apart are the research-based assessments, which were interesting and really helped me perceive where I am struggling most, as well as the areas that are more of a strength for me. My only disappointment is that the suggested exercises are a very small portion of the text and not connected to the assessment results as clearly as I might have hoped. I do like the exercises offered though; they were easy to understand, and I like that the author encourages readers to get curious, start slowly with small changes, and celebrate small victories.

The assessments can be taken online for free. I like this option because the scoring is done for you. However, you will be asked for your email address.

I think most people could benefit from reading this book. Even if you think you haven’t experienced trauma, you may learn that you have been affected by past events more than you realized. This book will also help you better understand why other people might behave the way they do.

I was provided an unproofed ARC through NetGalley that I volunteered to review, but I also purchased my own copy.
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Isabella H.
5.0 out of 5 stars Great read
Reviewed in the United States on October 28, 2023
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A good reading for the soul
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Shannon G
4.0 out of 5 stars Good trauma treatment resource for clients
Reviewed in the United States on July 18, 2020
**I received an ARC of this book in exchange for a fair and unbiased review. Readers of this review should also note this review is being authored by a psychologist who works primarily with survivors of traumas.

Ilene Smith created a book in which she integrated the basics of trauma treatment knowledge with basics of Somatic Experiencing therapy. Regarding the former, I really enjoyed how Ms. Smith does a lovely job explaining the impacts of trauma in general, the impacts of trauma on the body, and the differences between bottom up and top down approaches. I also liked the integration of assessments along the way. About the SE side of the book, I'm not trained in the therapeutic model, but do have an interest in it. Ms. Smith does a lovely job explaining about the therapy.

Overall, I truly think anyone who has experienced trauma, treats trauma, or who has a loved one who has experienced trauma could benefit from this book. It's a pretty quick read, which I also appreciate. This allows for those with poorer attention spans to make it through.
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Sadie
5.0 out of 5 stars Book changed my life
Reviewed in the United States on August 21, 2023
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I've been recommended a lot of self-help books that people say are indispensable breakthrough concepts. Usually, it just doesn't work for me. Even The Body Keeps the Score wasn't it for me. This book helped me to finally crack the nut and come out on the other side of my therapy/treatment. It's easy to follow, practical, useful, and it actually explains what somatic experiencing really is. I own several Peter Levine books that just didn't seem to offer any answers other than to see another kind of therapist, and they don't have somatic experiencing practitioners in my town.
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Robin Holihan
5.0 out of 5 stars Best self help book I have come across in regards to trauma.
Reviewed in the United States on May 4, 2021
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We all have had some type of trauma. This book identifies the many types, and how it is stored up in your body to create disease and emotional negative loops. Eye opening and written in a style that is easy to understand. I would recommend this book in order to know what is going on in your life, why, and what to do about it. Even if you think you have not experienced trauma...you have! If you have been in talk therapy and have gotten no where, this book explains why.
Great book, thank you.
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Sandra
5.0 out of 5 stars Pivotal
Reviewed in the United States on February 9, 2022
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This book made me feel seen in ways I never knew I could be seen, partially because there were things I didn’t want to look at. But I’m so grateful this book came across my path. It really jump-started my healing and gave me
hope when I was starting to feel doubtful about myself in talk therapy. Highly recommend!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Anyone suffering anxiety or trauma this book is MUST read
Reviewed in the United States on August 4, 2022
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The book is written by a well- trained therapist who has an in-depth understanding of all matters related
to anxiety and painful reoccuring trauma of the past. After reading many books on anxiety and related emotional disturbances I can say that this book is the "BEST"and most informative in understanding its causes and teaching us the how and why Somatic therapy is the best path to healing and gain emotional well-being
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tami Remen
5.0 out of 5 stars This book is a life changer......
Reviewed in the United States on October 22, 2020
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I am a somatic experience practitioner and trauma healer. I have recommended this book to all of my clients and have gotten fabulous feedback. Ilene explains the impact of trauma on our day to day functioning and gives exercises to being the process of healing. Additionally, the case studies Ilene uses in her book are relatable and easy to understand. I highly recommend Moving Beyond Trauma for anyone struggling with anxiety, depression, eating disorders, addiction or any other mental health issues.
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Joanne Plamondon
5.0 out of 5 stars all the tools you need to get back to living
Reviewed in Canada on March 23, 2023
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I really enjoyed the “tests”. It taught me a lot about myself that I wasn’t aware of. It helped me understand that I can’t talk or think my way through trauma because trauma is a very physical thing.
I am happy that the exercises leave me with a great tool box I can refer to when triggered.
I highly recommend!
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Maniac2018
5.0 out of 5 stars An eye opener for those who want to manage anxiety without medication
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 4, 2020
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Wow what an important part of healing this book is. It's easy to digest and if anyone is suffering from anxiety or related issues I recommend at least reading this as the exercises and understanding I know have related to anxiety have changed my life considerably. All you need is an open mind and effort to "do the work"....
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Lori Losch
5.0 out of 5 stars This book is so helpful!
Reviewed in Canada on May 5, 2020
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If you have experienced trauma, (and really, who hasn't?) this book is for you. Ilene explores so many facets that are way beyond the typical talk therapies. If you want to move forward in life, but something is holding you back, it may be that your trauma is stuck in your body. And until that shizzle gets moving, it will be hard for you to! Well done, Ilene. :)
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Anya
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing book!!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 10, 2020
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This is book is easy to read, well presented and the content is great, so informative and soo helpful for individuals suffering from the ill effects of trauma. Actually the knowledge I believe is great for all to know. Personally I found this book very helpful.
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Benita Neufeld
5.0 out of 5 stars Life changing
Reviewed in Canada on October 19, 2021
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Great book for someone starting a journey of healing.
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