Trauma Resources

Websites

National Center for PTSD

One of the most trusted resources on trauma and PTSD. Although developed by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, the information is valuable for both veterans and civilians. It includes articles, videos, self-help tools, and treatment information.

National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN)

An excellent resource for parents, caregivers, educators, and professionals. It explains childhood trauma, resilience, developmental trauma, and evidence-based treatments.

Trauma Research Foundation

Founded by Dr. Bessel van der Kolk, this organization provides educational webinars, articles, podcasts, and research about trauma, the nervous system, and recovery.

Sidran Institute

Offers information on trauma, PTSD, dissociation, and finding trauma-informed care.

SAMHSA

Provides evidence-based information on trauma, recovery, resilience, and mental health treatment.

Recommended Books

Understanding Trauma

• The Body Keeps the Score – Bessel van der Kolk

• What Happened to You? – Oprah Winfrey & Dr. Bruce Perry

• Trauma and Recovery – Judith Herman

• The Myth of Normal – Gabor Maté

Complex Trauma

• Complex PTSD: From Surviving to Thriving – Pete Walker

• Healing the Fragmented Selves of Trauma Survivors – Janina Fisher

• The Haunted Self – Onno van der Hart

Childhood Trauma

• Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents – Lindsay C. Gibson

• Running on Empty – Jonice Webb

• It Didn't Start With You – Mark Wolynn

Healing

• Self-Compassion – Kristin Neff

• Radical Acceptance – Tara Brach

• Anchored – Deb Dana

Podcasts

• The Trauma Therapist Podcast

• Transforming Trauma

• Therapy Chat

• Being Well Podcast

• The Adult Chair

• Sounds True: Insights at the Edge