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Shari Botwin

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Shari Botwin, LCSW, has been counseling survivors in recovery from all types of trauma in her Cherry Hill, New Jersey private practice for over twenty-seven years. Her second book, “Thriving After Trauma: Stories of Living and Healing, Rowman & Littlefield,” (Rowman & Littlefield, November 8, 2019) deals with overcoming trauma including physical and sexual abuse, war-related injury, loss due to tragedy or illness and natural disasters. Real stories and practical tools shed light on how to let go of the shame, guilt, anger, and despair after a traumatic experience. Botwin's third book, "Stolen Childhoods," releases worldwide on May 7, 2024! Botwin is also narrating the audiobook, launching June 11, 2024.

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	Thriving After Trauma: Stories of Living and Healing 4.35 avg rating — 109 ratings — published 2019 — 7 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Stolen Childhoods: Thriving After Abuse 4.59 avg rating — 39 ratings — 5 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Free at Last!: The Power of Relationships in Overcoming Trauma, Abuse, and Eating Disorders liked it 3.00 avg rating — 3 ratings — published 2003 — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars

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The Eating Disorder Trap: A Guide for Clinicians and Loved Ones

by Robyn L. Goldberg (Goodreads Author)

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Shari Botwin said: " Moments after I started reading Goldberg’s book I began sharing the title with patients and colleagues. I have been treating men and women who have battled all types of eating disorders for over twenty years. There are very few books that speak to th ...more "

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Shari Botwin made a comment on Tiffany Varney’s review of Stolen Childhoods: Thriving After Abuse " Hi Tiffany. thanks so much for taking the time to post a review and give feedback about the book!! "
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Shari Botwin and 1 other person liked Tiffany Varney's review of Stolen Childhoods: Thriving After Abuse: "I'm not in the mental health field, but I am a trauma survivor. I found this book set up well for survivors of any childhood abuse. To recognize how that trauma can affect all aspects of your adult life, and the ways you can help yourself work throug" Read more of this review »
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Shari Botwin liked Jessica Vega's review of Thriving After Trauma: Stories of Living and Healing: "Insightful book on what trauma can make someone have different disorders. Liked that there was both patient and life experience brought into the book. Also te exercises one can do to overcome this. "
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Shari Botwin rated a book it was amazing Chronic Illness and Eating Disorders by Tamie Gangloff	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
"Chronic Illness and Eating Disorders" by Tamie Gangloff is a must read and an insightful guide for both clients and clinicians. It explores how chronic illnesses can lead to disordered eating and discusses treatments like EMDR and CBT. Gangloff cove ...more
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Shari Botwin liked Megan Mechin's review of Stolen Childhoods: Thriving After Abuse: "Stolen Childhoods: Thriving After Abuse is a very important read, for anyone that has been traumatic experiences. Not only that, but any person who wants to know a clear and depth representation of what trauma has done to their loves ones, physically" Read more of this review »
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Shari Botwin rated a book it was amazing MY self: An autobiography of survival by Kelley Kitley	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
Authentic, Hopeful and a Must Read This book is a must read for anyone battling with substance use disorders. Kitley talks openly about her painful and traumatic experiences. She provides the reader with insight and understanding about the connection ...more
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Shari Botwin rated a book it was amazing Emilee - The Story of a Girl and Her Family Hijacked by Anorexia by Linda Mazur	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
It is hard to put into words all the emotions and thoughts that I experienced as I read Jack and Linda Mazur's book. This is a must read for family members and friends and therapists who work with people battling with anorexia. Jack and Linda wrote a ...more
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