"Profound, compassionate, and empowering, You Don't Need to Forgive is a vital resource for anyone navigating the complexities of trauma recovery. This book reshapes the conversation around trauma recovery by offering trauma survivors and their therapists a liberating alternative to conventional forgiveness. By advocating for elective forgiveness, this book empowers survivors to reclaim agency over their recovery journey."

"You Don't Need to Forgive provides a validating and honest trauma-informed approach to understanding forgiveness and its potential harms. Forgiveness is often a sticking point for survivors who feel that it is a requirement. This book debunks those notions by examining existing research, as well as the experience of survivors. Therapists and survivors of all forms of trauma will find validation in this book, as well as the realization that forgiveness may not happen, and that's okay."

"As a therapist who specializes in working with survivors of family and relational trauma, I find that many of my clients grapple with the concept of forgiveness and how to navigate this in their healing journey. As a survivor myself, I have always said that forgiveness is not mandatory, and if survivors are pressured to do so, it can actually stunt their healing. This book is a great source of validation for that, and I can't wait to recommend it to clients and fellow survivors! A much-needed asset to the survivor and healing community!"

"As a trauma-informed therapist who encourages both forgiveness and acceptance in Anger Solutions practice, I questioned my suitability to support the premise of this book. However, after I had perused just a few pages, Amanda Gregory's message became clear: forgiveness is a choice, and it is one that is solely within the purview of the one who received the transgression. Forcing or pressuring one to forgive flies in the face of the spirit of forgiveness and its benefits. If you are a survivor of complex trauma or you struggle with challenges related to insecure or avoidant attachment, this book will shine light into dark places and will hold space for you as you work through your traumatic experiences and the scars they left behind."

"You Don't Need to Forgive by Amanda Gregory is a groundbreaking guide for trauma survivors, offering a refreshing perspective on forgiveness. Gregory challenges the conventional wisdom that forgiveness is essential for healing, advocating instead for a personal and elective approach. Through a blend of research, personal stories, and practical advice, this book empowers readers to navigate their recovery on their own terms. It's an essential read for anyone seeking a compassionate and realistic path to healing without the pressure of obligatory forgiveness."

"Forgiveness is a choice, not a requirement, when it comes to trauma recovery. Amanda Ann Gregory generously helps us explore this challenging topic, dispelling the myth that forgiveness is a necessary part of healing and restoration. Written for both trauma survivors and therapists, each chapter provides sound recommendations as well as practical skills. This book is a readable, intelligent, and inspirational guide for anyone who has experienced childhood adversity or complex trauma."