The Courage to Heal Workbook: A Guide for Women and Men Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse [Paperback]

Laura Davis (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0060964375 | ISBN-13: 978-0060964375 | Publication Date: February 28, 1990 | Edition: 1st

In this groundbreaking companion to The Courage to Heal, Laura Davis offers an inspiring, in-depth workbook that speaks to all women and men healing from the effects of child sexual abuse. The combination of checklists, writing and art Projects, open-ended questions and activities expertly guides the survivor through the healing process.

• Survival Skills -- Teaches survivors to create a safe, supportive environment, ask for help, deal with crisis periods, and choose therapy.
• Aspects Of Healing -- Focuses on the healing process: gaining a capacity for hope, breaking silence, letting go of shame, turning anger into action, planning a confrontation, preparing for family contact, and affirming personal progress.
• Guidelines For Healing Sexually -- Redefines the concept of "safe sex" and establishes healthy ground rules for sexual contact.

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

Laura Davis is the author of The Courage to Heal Workbook, Allies in Healing, Becoming the Parent You Want to Be, and I Thought We'd Never Speak Again. She teaches writing and lives with her family in Santa Cruz, California.

Product Details

• Paperback: 463 pages
• Publisher: William Morrow Paperbacks; 1st edition (February 28, 1990)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0060964375
• ISBN-13: 978-0060964375
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 7.3 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (48 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,763 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #7 in Books > Health, Fitness & Dieting > Mental Health > Abuse & Self Defense > Sexual Abuse
  • #9 in Books > Self-Help > Abuse
  • #49 in Books > Politics & Social Sciences > Women's Studies

More About the Author

Laura Davis is a nationally recognized expert on healing from child sexual abuse. She is the co-author of The Courage to Heal, Beginning to Heal, and Becoming the Parent You Want to Be, as well as the author of Allies in Healing. She lives in Santa Cruz, CA.

Customer Reviews

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61 of 63 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This book has changed my life, November 20, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: The Courage to Heal Workbook: A Guide for Women and Men Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse (Paperback)

The Courage to Heal Workbook (and it's companion book) are the best books I have read on the subject of healing from Child Sexual Abuse. And I have read a lot! This book does as it's title suggests - it encourages the growth of courage in dealing with difficult issues. While the work is challenging, it is also very hopeful. I have developed new coping skills and I have improved my relationship with myself and with others. With the help of this book and it's companion I feel I am getting to a place where dealing with my past abuse is manageable rather than overwhelming, as it has felt in the past. I would recommend this book to anyone who is a survivor of childhood sexual assault. It is a fantastic resource.

38 of 39 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I started the "Healing Process" because of this book!, November 9, 1999

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This review is from: The Courage to Heal Workbook: A Guide for Women and Men Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse (Paperback)

A friend suggested this book when I struggled with my memories of childhood/adult incest and sexual abuse. It helped me realize I was not "crazy!" I have had this book for many years now, and have read alot of books on abuse. I believe this is the best book I've ever read to aid in my recovery. It was a difficult book to read, but worth it, as it has made me aware of many of the issues that I did not even realize existed. As a person with DID(MPD)I blocked alot out. This book helped me to come to terms with my abuse. For the first time I read "You don't have to forgive!"

43 of 46 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Why I Like this workbook...., February 19, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: The Courage to Heal Workbook: A Guide for Women and Men Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse (Paperback)

I have used this book for about 4 years now...both in therapy and on my own....it has been an excellent tool for helping to develop new coping skills and for learning more about myself...me....and the kind of support that i have/need.....I HIGHLY recommend that you have some kind of support when doing this workbook....because it can be very intense....but it's worth it....