Aroma, Aromatherapy and Trauma

This groundbreaking guide explains how aromatherapy can serve as a powerful ally for those dealing with trauma or loss. Aimed at professionals seeking to support their clients, it emphasizes the pivotal role of olfaction in our lives and explores the subtle ways in which aroma can interact with our limbic system to promote psychological healing.

Taking a trauma-informed and scientific approach to aromatherapy as a healing modality, this essential resource educates professionals on how to engage with traumatized clients while also caring for themselves in the process. It includes detailed case studies from established aromatherapists around the world, examining the diverse contexts in which aromatherapy can be utilized for healing, including end-of-life care, addiction, abuse, and traumatic events such as the Grenfell fire.

Supplemented with essential oil profiles that include comprehensive safety guidelines and dilution ratios, this book offers an invaluable blend of scientific insight and practical wisdom for professionals looking to incorporate aroma as a healing tool.