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An Autobiography of Trauma: A Healing Journey is a powerful and insightful memoir by Peter A. Levine, Ph.D., a pioneer in trauma healing and the developer of Somatic Experiencing. In this candid memoir, Dr. Levine shares his journey of healing from severe childhood trauma and the path that led him to develop the groundbreaking Somatic Experiencing method. Levine’s narrative is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the transformative power of healing and offers a unique blend of personal narrative, scientific exploration, and spiritual discovery. The memoir has received endorsements from renowned psychology and personal development figures, including Jack Kornfield, Bessel van der Kolk, M.D., and Alanis Morissette, highlighting its impact and significance in trauma healing.

 

Peter A. Levine, Ph.D., is a renowned developer of Somatic Experiencing. He holds a Medical and Biological Physics doctorate from the University of California at Berkeley and a doctorate in Psychology from International University. He is the recipient of four lifetime achievement awards and is the author of several books, including Waking the Tiger, which has now been printed in 33 countries and has sold over a million copies. His memoir, An Autobiography of Trauma (April 2024) is his latest book.