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by Támara Hill (Author), Erlanger A. Turner (Foreword by)
Break the cycle of racial trauma, build confidence, and thrive with this practical handbook just for teens.
If you or someone in your family has experienced racism or racial trauma--such as discrimination or racial violence--you may feel like the experience has made you different from other teens. You may see the world as a scary or unjust place. And you may struggle with negative thoughts, sadness, anger, resentment, or shame. Over time, these negative thoughts and feelings can get in the way of school, friendships, and being your best. But there are ways you can move forward and start living the life you deserve. This handbook will help.
The Racial Trauma Handbook for Teens presents evidence-based cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) skills to help you overcome personal and intergenerational trauma, increase self-awareness, and build lasting confidence. You'll learn how trauma can change the way you see yourself, and how you can break this cycle by learning more about your culture or heritage. Most importantly, you'll find tools to help you balance your emotions, and put a stop to unwanted thoughts and memories associated with trauma, so you can find lasting peace of mind.
Racial trauma doesn't need to define who you are. With this book as your guide, you can heal from the past, discover your own hidden strengths, and cultivate a sense of pride in your identity and your place in the world.
Author Biography
Támara Hill, LPC, is a licensed clinical child and family therapist, and an internationally/board-certified trauma therapist who specializes in treating children, adolescents, and families who suffer from mood disorders, unresolved trauma, and disruptive behavioral disorders. She also provides international consultations and works with young and older adults struggling with grief and loss or life transitions. Hill strives to help clients to realize and actualize their strengths in their home environments and in their relationships within the community. She is internationally recognized for corresponding literary works, as well as appearances on radio and other media platforms. She is an international and keynote speaker, family consultant, and founder of Anchored Child & Family Counseling in Pittsburgh, PA.
Foreword writer Erlanger A. Turner, PhD, is a clinical psychologist, and assistant professor of psychology at Pepperdine University in Los Angeles, CA. Turner is a member of the American Psychological Association and The Association of Black Psychologists. He is also past president of the Society for Child and Family Policy and Practice, and served on the board of directors for the Society of Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychology. Recently, Turner founded Therapy for Black Kids to help promote resilience and healthy emotional development. Finally, Turner is a member of the advisory board for the Sesame Street racial justice initiative. You can find out more about Turner at www.drerlangerturner.com.
