Dr. Stephanie Covington

Dr. Stephanie Covington’s books and
curricula are among the most well respected in the field of gender-responsive treatment. Widely praised by mental health professionals and researchers, these materials address the varied needs of clinicians, group facilitators, and program administrators. They also provide help to women and girls who are seeking information and assistance with the issues of substance abuse, trauma and relationships.

Dr. Stephanie S. Covington is a nationally recognized clinician, author, organizational consultant, and lecturer. She is a pioneer in the field of women's issues, addiction, and recovery. She has developed an innovative, gender-responsive, and trauma-informed approach to the treatment needs of women and girls that results in effective services in public, private, and institutional settings.

Her presentations, staff-development seminars, and technical assistance focus on systems change and the development of caring, compassionate, and empowering therapeutic environments. They provide professionals an opportunity to learn new skills for dealing with personal, institutional, and societal changes and are always in demand, both nationally and internationally.

Educated at Columbia University and the Union Institute, Dr. Covington has served on the faculties of the University of Southern California, San Diego State University, and the California School of Professional Psychology, and she is a former chair of the Women's Committee of the International Council on Alcoholism and Addiction. She is a board-certified Diplomate of the National Association of Social Workers, the American Board of Sexology, and the American Board of Medical Psychotherapists, and is a member of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy. She also serves on the Advisory Council for Women's Services for the federal agency SAMHSA.

Dr. Covington is based in La Jolla, California, where she is co-director of the Institute for Relational Development and the Center for Gender and Justice, which seeks to expand gender-responsive policies and practices for females who are under criminal justice supervision. 

Beyond Trauma - A Healing Journey for Women
by Stephanie S. Covington, Ph.D.

 This 11-session curriculum covers abuse in the family, power and abuse, why women abuse substances after trauma, and more. Beyond Trauma is extensively annotated and includes research by the Center for Gender & Justice and the National Institute of Corrections. Stephanie Covington is renowned for her work on women’s issues in treatment and criminal justice settings.

2627 / $225.00 Two-volume facilitator DVD, 129 min.
2626 / $175.00 Client DVD, 45 min.
2108 / $89.95 Facilitator guide, 240 pp.
0683 / $159.00 Facilitator guide and 10 workbooks
2105 / $9.95 Workbook, 96 pp.
210510 / $84.00 Workbook, pkg. of 10

* Your Best Value! *
The Beyond Trauma Collection
Includes
10 workbooks,
3 DVDs, and
1 facilitator guide.
0559 / $595.00

Helping Women Recover Curriculum Special Edition 2nd Edition
Special Edition for Use in the Criminal Justice System 2nd Edition
by Stephanie S. Covington, Ph.D.

This special edition of Helping Women Recover offers a highly effective treatment program specifically designed to meet the needs of substance-abusing women in correctional settings.

2598/ $195.00 

A Woman’s Way through the Twelve Steps
by Stephanie S. Covington, Ph.D.

A Woman’s Way through the Twelve Steps helps clients explore spirituality, powerlessness, and the emergence of a feminine soul. The interactive workbook is designed to be used with the trade book. Together, they are an empowering resource for women in recovery.
5019 / $14.95 Softcover, 264 pp.
1752 / $12.95 Workbook, 104 pp.
7544 / $89.95 Facilitator’s guide, 208 pp.
2659 / $14.95 Spanish translation, 288 pp.
 

A Woman’s Way through the Twelve
Steps DVD

This video portrays the safe, nurturing, and empowering environment that is essential in order for women and girls to heal from addiction.
7543 / $225.00 DVD, 65 min.

A Woman's Way through the Twelve Steps Mobile App 
With this unique app, you can bookmark your favorite quotes from the book, receive text and audio messages from Dr. Covington, guiding you through each Step, view a video of Dr. Covington sharing her story, and more!

Women and Addiction A Gender-Responsive Approach
by Stephanie S. Covington, Ph.D.
In this Clinical Innovators Series title, Stephanie Covington explains how to create effective recovery services that acknowledge the realities of girls’ and women’s lives.

 2907 / $175.00
Manual and DVD, 75 min.

REVISED Edition
Helping Women Recover -
A Program for Treating Addiction
by Stephanie S. Covington, Ph.D.
This clear, comprehensive curriculum for corrections has been updated with evidence-based data about women’s psychological development, trauma, and addiction. OP
Jossey-Bass Publishers
2596 / $195.00 Curriculum
2597 $24.95 Journal

Awakening Your Sexuality
A Guide for Recovering Women
by Stephanie S. Covington, Ph.D.

Most important, Awakening Your Sexuality gives women the tools to process their sexual histories, understand their sexual selves, and create the sexual lives they want. Covington provides the personalized exercises and positive, step-by-step guidance women need to confront guilt, shame, or addiction; become aware of body image and behavior patterns; honor and accept the past; and begin the liberating journey of sexual recovery and growth.

1111/ $14.35 online