Coping with Trauma-Related Dissociation: Skills Training for Patients and Therapists

This training manual addresses how dissociation obstructs important emotional and life skills, and it supports inner communication and collaboration with dissociative aspects of the personality. It is intended for patients with trauma-related dissociative disorder. Short educational pieces, homework sheets, and exercises are included. Understanding dissociation and PTSD; applying inner reflection; emotion regulation; managing dissociative problems associated with triggers and traumatic memories; resolving sleep issues related to dissociation; managing relationships; and assistance with numerous other everyday challenges are among the topics covered. Both structured groups and individual treatment can benefit from using the guidebook.