Reclaim: understanding complex trauma and those who abuse

Dr. Ahona Guha

Aug 2023 · Tantor Media Inc · Narrated by Siiri Scott

About this audiobook

The relationship between trauma and mental health is becoming better recognized, but survivors and professionals alike remain confused about how best to understand and treat it. In Reclaim, through a series of case studies and expert analysis, Dr. Ahona Guha explores complex traumas, how survivors can recover and heal, and the nature of those who abuse. She shines a light on the "difficult" trauma victims that society often ignores, and tackles vital questions such as, "Why are psychological abuse and coercive control so difficult to spot?" and "Why do some people harm others, and how do we protect ourselves from them?" As a clinical and forensic psychologist, Dr. Guha has had extensive experience in working with those who perpetrate harm-including stalkers, sex offenders, violent offenders, and those who threaten, bully, and harass-and she has a deep understanding of the psychological and social factors that cause people to abuse others. In turn, her clinical work in the trauma treatment field has led her to recognize the enormous impacts of complex trauma, and the failures of systems when working with those who have been victimized. By emphasizing compassion above all, Dr. Guha calls for us to become better informed about perpetrators and the needs of victims, so we might reclaim a safer, healthier society for everyone.

About the author

Dr. Ahona Guha is a clinical and forensic psychologist, and a survivor with lived experience of complex trauma. She works with victims of abuse and trauma, and clients with a range of other difficulties such as anxiety, depression, perfectionism, burn-out, and relationship problems.

Siiri Scott is the head of acting and directing at the University of Notre Dame. She received her MFA in acting from The Theatre School at DePaul University. An actor/director/educator, Siiri is an artistic associate with the Irish Theatre of Chicago and a Theatre Nohgaku company member.