Books

Anatomy of the Spirit by Carolyn Myss
Anger: Wisdom for Cooling the Flames by Thich Nhat Hanh
Belonging by Toko-pa Turner
Complex PSTD: From Surviving to Thriving by Pete Walker
The Gift by Hafiz (Translations by Daniel Ladinsky)
How to Carry What Can't Be Fixed: A Journal for Grief by Megan Devine
It's Okay to Not Be Okay by Megan Devine
Letting Go: The Pathway of Surrender by David R. Hawkins
My Grandmother's Hands by Resmaa Menakem
Nonviolent Communication by Marshall Rosenberg
No Bad Parts by Richard Schwartz
The Open Mind by Dawna Markova
The Tao of Fully Feeling by Pete Walker
The Wild Edge of Sorrow by Francis Weller
When Things Fall Apart by Pema Chodron
Why We Sleep by Matthew Walker
You Are the One You've Been Waiting For by Richard Schwartz

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Other Trusted Practitioners & Resources in the Madison Area

Addiction Recovery: CAYA Clinic
Local harm reduction clinic.

Ayurveda: KOSA Spa
A healing sanctuary on the near east side of Madison (Garver Feed Mill) offering therapeutic massage, facials and consults.

Chiropractor: Dr. Laura Konopacki of Body Wave Chiropractic
The gentle approach of Network Chiropractic releases stored energy, and relies on your body's wisdom without the need for popping and cracking. Practicing in Fitchburg, Wisconsin.

Craniosacral & Massage Therapist: Tricia Fischer of Expansive Wellness

Domestic Abuse & Intervention Services: DAIS
Help Line: (608) 251-4445, or Text (608) 420-4638; If you are in immediate danger call 911

Intuitive Counselor, Teacher, Writer, Healer: Vida Groman
Practicing on the near east side of Madison, Wisconsin.

Self-Defense Courses & Sexual Violence Resource Center: Chimera & RCC
An empowering, inclusive and trauma-informed self-defense program, and resources for those impacted my sexual violence. 

Shamanic Practitioners/Teachers:
Ana Larramendi of The Hollow Bone
Practicing and teaching shamanism near rural New Glarus

Debra Morrill
Specializing in ancestral shamanic healing in Baraboo and Mazomanie.

Greater Madison Conscious Communication Communities of Practice
Learn and practice the skills of Nonviolent Communication, and connect with compassionate community in the Madison area.


Trusted Virtual Resources

Addiction Recovery & Those Affected By It
Put the Shovel Down: YouTube Channel

Twelve Step Groups:
At Home Yoga Practice: Yoga with Adriene
Free yoga videos uploaded every Wednesday for people of all levels of experience. Visit her YouTube page here.

Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT)
This technique, also referred to as "tapping", is used to reset your circuitry, when in the grip of a negative emotional response. This method has been used for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), addictions, phobias, releasing unhealthy thought forms, and "triggers". EFT can be done alone, using your fingertips to tap on a series of acupressure points around your body.
To learn how to do EFT on yourself, and more about the technique visit Gary Craig's website (the founder of EFT)
The Basic EFT Recipe video with Gary Craig

Grief Support
Speaking Grief: Resources and a documentary regarding grieving.
What's Your Grief?: Articles, courses, and community resources for grievers and those supporting grievers.

Recovery from Complex PTSD: Pete Walker
Pete is a leading expert on Complex PTSD (CPTSD). There are several helpful resources on his website for those affected including steps for managing an emotional flashback.

Suicide/Crisis Intervention Hotlines in USA
  • Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline: call or text 1-800-422-4453
  • Crisis Text Line: Text HELLO to 741741
  • National Deaf Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-855-812-1001
  • National Domestic Violence Hotline: Text "START" to 88788 or call 1-800-799-7233
  • National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255
  • RAINN: 1-800-656-4673 (for anyone who's experienced sexual abuse or assault)
  • Trans Lifeline: 1-877-565-8860 (for the transgender community)
  • TrevorLifeline: 1-866-488-7386 (for LGBTQ youth)
  • Veterans Crisis Line: 1-800-273-8255, Press 1
  • YouthLine: Text teen2teen to 839863, or call 1-877-968-8491 (safe space for children and adults ages 11 to 21, to talk through any issues they may be facing)
Reach out and connect.