"The Balans have created an especially useful workbook on recovering from trauma in our post-pandemic world. It is comprehensive, eclectic, interactive and highly educational."
Bruce J. Schwartz, MD
Deputy Chairman & Professor of Psychiatry
Montefiore Medical Center and Albert Einstein College of Medicine
"This timely, interactive book on trauma addresses our current mental health realities in the context of the pandemic and provides hope in the healing journey. Re-Write explores adverse childhood experiences, intergenerational trauma, and gaslighting in a culturally sensitive framework that will resonate with readers. Inspirational and accessible, the Balans have produced another must-read book."
Arpan Waghray, MD
Chief Executive Officer, Well Being Trust
Chair, Behavioral Health Committee, American Hospital Association
"This book brings the perspective and skills of two mental health professionals with expertise in
the science and treatment of trauma and adversity. Their approach blends mindfulness,
thoughtful reflection, narrative writing and creativity supported by clear explanations, easy to
follow steps, and interactive exercises. This book is a practical guide for anyone on a healing
journey."
Brigid McCaw MD, MPH, MS, FACP
Clinical Advisor, California ACES Aware Initiative
"Duygu and Yener Balan have written a must-read primer for clinicians and comprehensive self-directed treatment manual for individuals who have experienced trauma all in one. Please read this book - and learn practical approaches you can take to support yourself or others on the path to recovery."
Anton Nigusse Bland, M.D.
Associate Professor of Psychiatry
University of California, San Francisco
"Balan and Balan, as therapist and psychiatrist, bring their diverse experiences and wealth of knowledge to an expertly put together and easy-to-understand book on trauma. Re-Write provides a timely, evidence-based view on healing and recovery, in the context of empathy and mindfulness. The creative prompts and interactive exercises are designed for individuals and clinicians alike."
Neil Leibowitz, MD, JD
Chief Medical Officer, Beacon Health Options
Former Chief Medical Officer, Talkspace
"With so many treatments available to address trauma, it is understandable to be confused as to which treatments are the most effective and where to go to get them. Re-Write helps the reader become an informed consumer of mental health treatments which is key in supporting shared decision making. We know that individuals who are knowledgeable about treatment options and engage in a shared decision-making dialogue with their clinician show improved adherence and satisfaction with treatment."
Andrew Bertagnolli, PhD
Assistant Professor, Alliant International University
"Re-Write, by Balan and Balan, is a comprehensive book on trauma related stress, and offers expert case examples and writing prompts that invite the reader to reflect and rewrite their own trauma narrative. A must have in every clinician's library, this workbook written with compassion and humor, will bring new insights to many in need."
Carlos Rueda, MD, MBA
Chairman of Department of Psychiatry, St. Joseph's Healthcare System
"Re-Write comes at a time when expectations of ourselves, healthcare, and the economy, are rapidly shifting. Trauma is ubiquitous and trauma-inducing shocks (from climate change, political instability, economic disruptions) are projected to increase in frequency. We need to prioritize our minds and brains. This book intertwines evidence-based medicine with self-guided writing prompts and creative exercises. It is a novel approach, and we desperately need new strategies for mental health. Cultural sensitivity and the relevance of trauma-informed care are highlights of this must-read book. Let us hope that it's therapeutic value can achieve impact far and wide. Humanity needs it now and into the future".
Harris A. Eyre, MD, PhD
Lead, Brain Capital Alliance
"This a great book! Balan and Balan harness the power of narrative to help patients and their caregivers access the healing process. A must read for families, clinicians and anyone who has struggled with trauma."
Noam Fast, MD
"Surprisingly innovative: I remember experiences I was forced to forget, I forgot trauma I kept remembering and I chose to re-write the memories of who I am."
Yannis Angouras
International Healthcare Executive
"A practical blend of evidence-based insights, personal and professional experience, and helpful guidance and exercises, Re-Write is an important and innovative addition to the toolset for those recovering from trauma."
Patrick Courneya, MD
Chief Medical Officer, HealthPartners
"Re-Write is an excellent workbook by Duygu Balan and Yener Balan that is timely, practical, and informative - the years of experience, passion and research culled into one power-packed book. A must read for practitioners as well as individuals affected by trauma."
Uli K. Chettipally, MD, MPH
Founder & President, InnovatorMD
"Re-Write balances clinical case examples with theory, and grounds it on experiential and thought-provoking healing techniques. The writing prompts and resources can be used at the individual level, to support loved ones, and clinically as a teaching tool. I recommend this book to anyone interested in gaining an introspective view on self-growth and healing past traumatic pain."
Jennifer Christian-Herman, PhD
Vice President, Mind Body Medicine/Behavioral Health, Blue Shield California
