The Trauma & Written Exposure Workbook
Written Exposure Therapy for Healing Trauma
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Inside the Workbook
Grounded in Written Exposure Therapy, an evidence-based treatment for trauma
Grounded in Written Exposure Therapy, an evidence-based treatment for trauma
This workbook is grounded in Written Exposure Therapy, a first-line treatment of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) by the United States Department of Veteran Affairs for its efficacy and ease of use. We’ve translated it into an accessible and enjoyable format so you can effectively confront and process trauma.
5 weeks of guided journaling sessions
5 weeks of guided journaling sessions
This workbook is designed for you to select a single traumatic event to expose yourself to over the course of 5 weeks. Each session will help you productively process the traumatic or stressful memory for the better.
Notes and tips from therapists to aid your healing journey
Notes and tips from therapists to aid your healing journey
Understanding that confronting trauma requires courage and patience, this workbook is filled with helpful notes and tips from therapists based in their practical experience to guide you through your healing journey.
Prompts, reflections & rating scales to track your progress
Prompts, reflections & rating scales to track your progress
Before each journaling session, we’ll ask you to check-in with your emotions: how distressed do you feel? After each journaling session, you’ll have an opportunity to revisit that distress scale and reflect on the writing process itself.
112 guided pages on 8”x 5” paper.
112 guided pages on 8”x 5” paper.
This notebook is filled with 112 pages of 75 gsm cream paper for a smooth & fluid writing experience. Soft bound with a flat lay binding, this notebook is lighter than our hardcover Anti-Anxiety Notebook, but filled with the same high-quality, evidence-based content you know and trust.(LxWxH): 8 x 5 x .3 in, 0.60 lb.
Take a Look Inside
Pg. 10 — Introduction
Understanding what trauma is & how the brain encodes the memory is immensely helpful when learning to confront it. This section explains how Written Exposure Therapy can empower you to do that.
Pg. 3 — A Note On Being Careful
Confronting your trauma is a big step in your self-development — we applaud your strength and appreciate your trust in this process. However, this workbook is not meant as a substitute for therapy with a trained professional, so we encourage you to seek help if at any point this experience becomes too overwhelming.
Pg. 34 — Writing Session
The Writing Session is your space to re-process your memory of a specific traumatic event, and learn that you are safe, and you are okay.
Pg. 92 — Appendices
Recounting trauma can be painful and difficult so we’ve also included resources and tips to help you name and manage the emotions that may come up in the process.
Pg. 96 — Frequently Asked Questions
Confronting trauma is different for everyone, but there are some common questions that arise. This section helps provide additional guidance as you move through this process.
Confront and manage trauma on your own terms
If you have trauma, know that you are not alone. The related difficulties like flashbacks, sleep struggles, and constantly feeling on edge are common—but also treatable.
The Trauma & Written Expsure Therapy Workbook will help you work through your memory and make sense of your thoughts over a brief, 5-week period, taking only 30-40 minutes each week. You'll be able to reprocess your memory in the safety of your own home & on your own time.
A Simple, Empowering Tool
In intentionally revisiting emotions and memories you’ve learned to avoid, you give your brain the opportunity to feel safe, and to incorporate new ways of understanding your experience.
This workbook will help you confront your trauma and conquer your distressing feelings for greater peace of mind and emotional resilience.
FAQs
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How will this notebook help with trauma?
This workbook uses Written Exposure Therapy, an evidence-based mental health treatment used by the VA and DoD for PTSD. It is also used by therapists to help survivors of traumatic experiences recover from traumatic events. WET has shown statistically and clinically significant symptom change in individuals with PTSD, and has been put in an easy to use, accessible format in this workbook.
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When should I use this workbook?
This workbook is intended to be used over the course of 5 sessions, 1 session per week. Allow yourself 45 minutes at around the same time each week to engage in your WET workbook. It is important to keep your sessions consistent, and to treat them with the same attention and care you would with a session with a therapist, so that you can get the most from each session.
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What is the purpose of this workbook?
Those with trauma are familiar with the intense feelings and reactions caused by a traumatic event. But processing trauma and feeling its effects are two different things entirely. The latter can be paralyzing and exhausting, causing constant vigilance and fear. The goal of this notebook is to help survivors of trauma learn to engage with their memories and process the event so that they can find their power, and move forward.
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Is this notebook a replacement for therapy?
Written Exposure Therapy has been shown to be effective when practiced with a clinician; however, it has yet to be thoroughly tested in a book or self-help format. Therefore, this is not a replacement for conducting Written Exposure Therapy or other therapy with a professional.
Even though this specific book has not been endorsed by the protocol authors or tested on its own, we believe it could still help people in need. We know not everyone has the time, money, or energy to find professional assistance. Through our notebooks, we hope to make well-researched, effective treatments accessible to more people.
This publication is sold with the understanding that the publisher is not engaged in rendering psychological, financial, legal, or other professional services. If expert assistance for counseling is needed, the services of a competent professional should be sought. Other tools, tips, and reflection questions are also available to help you discover which therapist tools work best for you.
In case you need urgent assistance, here are some resources:
All Emergencies - 911
SAMHSA National Helpline - 1 800 622 HELP (4357)
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline - 1 800 273 TALK (8255)
Crisis Text Line - Text HOME to 741741
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This workbook uses Written Exposure Therapy, an evidence-based mental health treatment used by the VA and DoD for PTSD. It is also used by therapists to help survivors of traumatic experiences recover from traumatic events. WET has shown statistically and clinically significant symptom change in individuals with PTSD, and has been put in an easy to use, accessible format in this workbook.
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This workbook is intended to be used over the course of 5 sessions, 1 session per week. Allow yourself 45 minutes at around the same time each week to engage in your WET workbook. It is important to keep your sessions consistent, and to treat them with the same attention and care you would with a session with a therapist, so that you can get the most from each session.
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Those with trauma are familiar with the intense feelings and reactions caused by a traumatic event. But processing trauma and feeling its effects are two different things entirely. The latter can be paralyzing and exhausting, causing constant vigilance and fear. The goal of this notebook is to help survivors of trauma learn to engage with their memories and process the event so that they can find their power, and move forward.
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Written Exposure Therapy has been shown to be effective when practiced with a clinician; however, it has yet to be thoroughly tested in a book or self-help format. Therefore, this is not a replacement for conducting Written Exposure Therapy or other therapy with a professional.
Even though this specific book has not been endorsed by the protocol authors or tested on its own, we believe it could still help people in need. We know not everyone has the time, money, or energy to find professional assistance. Through our notebooks, we hope to make well-researched, effective treatments accessible to more people.
This publication is sold with the understanding that the publisher is not engaged in rendering psychological, financial, legal, or other professional services. If expert assistance for counseling is needed, the services of a competent professional should be sought. Other tools, tips, and reflection questions are also available to help you discover which therapist tools work best for you.
In case you need urgent assistance, here are some resources:
All Emergencies - 911
SAMHSA National Helpline - 1 800 622 HELP (4357)
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline - 1 800 273 TALK (8255)
Crisis Text Line - Text HOME to 741741
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Love it!
I have only done two weeks/sessions so far but just in those two sessions of writing I’ve noticed more detail from the trauma. It’s straight forward guidance with a lot of compassion. Will purchase another
United StatesGreat tools to help guide therapy and journaling
Great turnaround time. Sturdy covers. Plenty of room for writing. Overall excellent.
United StatesSo Helpful
I’ve overall had such a positive experience with these books! I generally hate journaling but these present the topics and prompts in a way that doesn’t make it feel like journaling- which I love! I love that the book will guide you through the exercises and has reminders to ensure you’re keeping up on your self care throughout the work.
United StatesThree journals so far!
I have used the Depression Guidebook, Anti-Anxiety Notebook and Trauma Workbook. I love all of them because of the ease of use. I tend to not feel motivated to journal but because these books are guided and have prompts, I am more likely to actually write!
United Statestherapist approved!
Seems like a super good start for someone just starting to handle their trauma. I’ve been in PTSD therapy for a year and a half now, and my therapist still suggests I try this because any work is still good work. A little short content wise, but that’s likely just my opinion.