The Healing Trauma Workbook for Asian Americans

“Trauma has always been a part of the Asian American experience—for refugees, immigrants and those living in the US for generations. Helen Hsu’s work provides an important, culturally responsive approach that begins with an understanding of ourselves and our values, how we make wise decisions, and the importance of community.”
—DJ Ida, PhD, executive director of the National Asian American Pacific Islander Mental Health Association (NAAPIMHA) ~DJ Ida, PhD

“This is the workbook that clinicians and clients have been waiting for—a trauma-informed manual imbued with cultural humility that takes in the whole experience of Asian American trauma survivors—from the individual to the societal levels. Helen Hsu infuses her years of clinical experience with diverse Asian American communities throughout this book and its exercises.”
—Ramani Durvasula, PhD,clinical psychologist, and author ~Ramani Durvasula, PhD

“Helen Hsu has written a must-read resource that serves as a beacon of empowerment and healing for the Asian American community. Addressing the intersection of cultural identity and mental health, she offers invaluable tools for navigating trauma with sensitivity and understanding. Utilize this workbook—and learn from the best!”
—Christine Catipon, PsyD, president of the Asian American Psychological Association (AAPA) ~Christine Catipon, PsyD

“The Healing Trauma Workbook for Asian Americans is a gift for Asian Americans interested in addressing the types of trauma that have been historically unaddressed for generations. Borrowing from traditional psychology and diverse Asian practices, Helen Hsu identifies root causes of traumatic stress and offers strategies toward healing. With examples inclusive of various ethnicities, generations, migration histories, and intersectional identities, this workbook is worthwhile reading for all Asian Americans.”
—Kevin Nadal, PhD, distinguished professor at City University of New York, president of the Filipino American National Historical Society, and author of Microaggressions and Traumatic Stress ~Kevin Nadal, PhD

“This is such an important topic! Helen Hsu has written the book we all need, whether we are clinicians/psychiatrists/psychologists or people struggling with trauma ourselves, (or both). Hsu is both an academic and an experienced clinical psychologist helping people every day at Stanford. This workbook is practical and readable, but also well-referenced and evidence-based. Healing requires both the heart and the mind, and Hsu’s book helps with both.”
—Rona J. Hu, MD, clinical professor of psychiatry at Stanford University School of Medicine, founder of Stanford Mental Health for Asians Research and Treatment, and faculty of the Center for Asian Health Research and Education ~Rona J. Hu, MD

“The Healing Trauma Workbook for Asian Americans speaks genuinely to the beautiful diversity of the Asian American community. Asian Americans navigate harms imposed by violence, microaggressions, stereotypes, and the hardships of migration and acculturation. In this workbook, every passage, activity, and reflection deepen connections to personal values, relationships, cultural wisdom, and the body/mind. It is a must-have for Asian Americans who wish to thrive in response to trauma.”
—Lou Felipe, PhD, associate professor in the Graduate School of Professional Psychology at the University of Denver, and coeditor of Clinical Interventions for Internalized Oppression ~Lou Felipe, PhD