The Trauma-Informed Workbook for Addiction

“The Trauma-Informed Workbook for Addiction is a compassionate resource for anyone navigating recovery. Darla Belflower masterfully connects the dots between trauma and substance use, offering practical tools and guidance. This workbook empowers individuals to heal with knowledge, self-awareness, and actionable skills. It is a must-read for those on the path to recovery and the professionals who support them.”
—Erin Fraser, LCSW, executive director of Benilde Hall – Erin Fraser, LCSW
“Darla Belflower has created something special for those that work in the substance use field or have had their own journey with substance use. Using her professional and personal experience, strength, and hope, she has created material so useful for those inflicted with trauma and substance use that recognizes and acknowledges how these almost always go hand and hand.”
—Shayna Parker, LCSW, adult/adolescent mental health/trauma therapist, and alumni of Saint Louis University – Shayna Parker, LCSW
“The Trauma-Informed Workbook for Addiction is truly inspiring, impactful, and amazing! The workbook is broken down into simple yet descriptive terminology, providing real-life examples, and with direct application practices to your own life. I wish I would have had a workbook like this when I began my own recovery journey four years ago. Darla Belflower’s workbook comes from a place of experience rooted in both personal depth and professional wisdom.”
—Nicole Arnsmeyer, MSEd, CPS, coordinator/educator for GED/HiSET program; and recovery coordinator at Healing House, Inc – Nicole Arnsmeyer, MSEd, CPS
“Darla Belflower’s The Trauma-Informed Workbook for Addiction is a powerful, compassionate resource that blends evidence-based practices with deep insight into the roots of substance use and trauma. As an LCSW and former therapist, I appreciate the practical tools and thoughtful structure that guide readers toward healing and lasting recovery. This workbook is an essential companion for anyone seeking to understand their trauma, build resilience, and reclaim their life.”
—David Stoecker, LCSW, CPS, HRS, executive director of Better Life in Recovery, and cofounder of Springfield Recovery Community Center – David Stoecker, LCSW, CPS, HRS
“Comprehensive, powerful, and grounded in current best practices, The Trauma-Informed Workbook for Addiction offers a compassionate approach to healing, and is a relevant and indispensable tool for navigating the journey of recovery in modern times. This workbook is not just helpful for those on their recovery journey, but for their loved ones and professionals alike.”
—James Glenn, MSW, associate administrator of business strategies at University Health Behavioral Health, and codirector of the Mid-America Addiction Technology Transfer Center (ATTC) – James Glenn, MSW
“Darla Belflower brings the heart of a seasoned clinician and the understanding of someone who truly walks alongside those in recovery. The Trauma-Informed Workbook for Addiction offers practical, compassionate tools for healing, making it an essential guide for anyone navigating the intersection of trauma and substance use.”
—Kenneth A. Vick, LAC, CPS, executive director of Avalon Wellness & Recovery, and author of Recovery Leadership – Kenneth A. Vick, LAC, CPS

Darla Belflower, LCSW has dedicated over three decades to leadership in the substance use disorder and behavioral health fields. She is passionate about sharing her extensive knowledge and staying current with best practices. Darla serves as vice chair of the Kansas City Recovery Coalition and is an active member of The Missouri State Behavioral Health Council’s Culture, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (CEDI) Committee. She also holds a position on the Missouri State Advisory Council for mental health and substance use disorders.

Darla is a clinically licensed social worker in both Missouri and Kansas, a licensed addiction counselor in Kansas, and a certified reciprocal advanced alcohol and drug counselor in Missouri. She is also a trainer and educator for Narcan distribution and presents at numerous conference workshops annually.

Foreword writer Bobbi Jo Reed has achieved over twenty-five years of continuous sobriety in her long-term addiction recovery journey. She is the founder and director of Healing House, Inc. in Northeast Kansas City, MO, an organization that has provided safe transitional housing for more than ten thousand individuals since its establishment in 2002. Bobbi Jo is also the author of Beautifully Broken.

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