Having trauma is hard. Being in a relationship is hard. Having to navigate trauma histories while being in a queer relationship in today's society is really freaking hard! Trauma changes us-our sense of safety, our beliefs about ourselves and the world, and even our body chemistry. However, it is possible to identify it, explore it, and work through it to create healthier and more positive relationships. It is possible to develop compassion for yourself and your partner(s), to better understand various reactions and responses. And it is possible to work individually and together to get everyone's needs met, while also holding space for each other's journey.

In Our Deepest Roots: Navigating Past Trauma to Build Healthier Queer Relationships, Dr. Jen Towns shares stories from her own personal and professional experiences to explore how trauma in childhood or adulthood, combined with being part of the queer community, can impact intimacy, attachment, and our everyday interactions with those closest to us. By noticing the underlying attachment needs that drive our emotions and somatic reactions, we can be more aware of our patterns, better understand ourselves and our partners, and open the door to enhanced communication and compassion. Dr. Towns offers a guide to pull back the curtain and clear the path to deeper connections, intimacy, and healing.

Formato	Tapa dura
Número de Páginas	266
Lenguaje	Inglés
Editorial	Publish Your Purpose
Fecha de Publicación	2023-05-29
Dimensiones	8.5" x 5.5" x 0.88" pulgadas
Letra Grande	No
Con Ilustraciones	No
Temas	LGBTQ+

Towns, Jen

"Dr. Jen Towns is a trauma therapist, a social work professor, a queer woman, and a trauma survivor. She has worked in the social work field for over two decades - providing clinical treatment in a variety of settings and specializing in complex interpersonal trauma and relationships. Dr. Towns also teaches social work in higher education and has been a member of many workgroups that focus on advancing equality and social justice through education, therapy, and political action. She currently resides in Michigan with her wife, daughters, and two goldendoodles."