Exploring women's experiences of healing from sexual trauma through engagement in mind–body practices: A systematic review

IF 1.2 Q3 PSYCHOLOGY, CLINICAL

Counselling & Psychotherapy Research Pub Date : 2024-02-28 DOI:10.1002/capr.12747

Molly Ann Nixon

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Abstract

Objective

This systematic review is the first to consolidate qualitative findings exploring women's healing experiences from sexual trauma through engagement in mind–body practices. This review aimed to expand our knowledge regarding the healing processes for sexual trauma and to help move towards further integration of holistic practices in trauma therapies.

Method

A methodical literature search was conducted using four databases: PsycINFO, Medline, CINAHL Plus and Scopus. After the initial search, 2392 records were assessed for eligibility. After screening, 11 articles remained and were analysed using thematic synthesis.

Findings

Data synthesis led to the conceptualisation of five main themes and three subthemes: (1) Integrating Mind and Body—(a) Reconnecting to the Body and (b) Processing Emotions; (2) Self-compassion; (3) Trauma-Sensitive Approach; (4) Connection—(a) Relationships Within the Group, (b) Safety in Relationships and (c) Spiritual Connection; and (5) Fun and Spontaneity.

Conclusions

The findings highlight the potential healing processes of body-based practices for women subjected to sexual violence. The review provides evidence for body-based practices focussing on holistic growth to be used in adjunction to therapy for sexual trauma. Limitations and future research are discussed.

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Counselling & Psychotherapy Research PSYCHOLOGY, CLINICAL-

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12.50%

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期刊介绍： Counselling and Psychotherapy Research is an innovative international peer-reviewed journal dedicated to linking research with practice. Pluralist in orientation, the journal recognises the value of qualitative, quantitative and mixed methods strategies of inquiry and aims to promote high-quality, ethical research that informs and develops counselling and psychotherapy practice. CPR is a journal of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy, promoting reflexive research strongly linked to practice. The journal has its own website: www.cprjournal.com. The aim of this site is to further develop links between counselling and psychotherapy research and practice by offering accessible information about both the specific contents of each issue of CPR, as well as wider developments in counselling and psychotherapy research. The aims are to ensure that research remains relevant to practice, and for practice to continue to inform research development.