Rooted & Becoming
A Trauma-Informed, Faith-Based Resource for Healing, Growth & Connection
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To the one who is carrying more than they were ever meant to bear, Welcome. If you have picked up this book, chances are you are tired—not just the kind of tiredness that a good night’s sleep can fix, but a soul-weariness that comes from navigating a world (and perhaps a faith) that hasn't always known how to hold your story with care.
In these pages, we are going to talk about heavy things: the weight of invisible labor, the sting of unsafe relationships, and the confusing process of untangling your love for God from the harm done in His name. But before we take a single step forward, I want you to hear this:
You are already loved. You are already whole in His eyes. And you are safe here!
This journey isn't about "fixing" you. You are not a project to be completed or a problem to be solved. You are a person to be known and a "temple" to be tended. As we move through topics like boundaries, attachment, and deconstruction, please remember:
• You have the lead. If a chapter feels too heavy, you can put the book down. You can skip ahead. You can circle back. Your nervous system knows what it needs.
• Grace is the floor, not the ceiling. It isn't something you reach for; it’s what you’re standing on. It’s okay if your faith feels messy right now.
• Your body is a truth-teller. We have often been taught to ignore our bodies in spiritual spaces. Here, we will learn to listen to them as a sacred part of how God speaks to us.
Healing is not a linear climb up a mountain; it’s a slow, gentle walk back to yourself. You don’t have to carry the weight of "getting it right." Just bring your breath, your honesty, and your willingness to believe—even if just for a moment—that God’s grace is big enough for your trauma, your doubts, and your boundaries.
You are not alone. You have never been alone. You are truly Rooted in who you are as a Child of God, never forget that! From that place, you will Become. Become all that that Lord has created you to be and all you have the capacity to be. Never doubt your Becoming. For you are BOTH- Rooted & Becoming!
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About the Book
Rooted & Becoming is a trauma-informed, faith-integrated workbook designed to help readers explore identity, healing, and spiritual growth through both clinical insight and reflective practice. Blending principles from counseling psychology, attachment theory, nervous system regulation, and Christian spiritual formation, this resource invites readers to deepen self-awareness while remaining grounded in their faith. Through guided worksheets, values assessments, somatic reflection exercises, and thoughtful integration of Scripture, readers are encouraged to examine their stories, strengthen emotional regulation skills, establish healthy boundaries, and clarify their God-given purpose. Each chapter builds intentionally toward living a life that is both rooted in truth and actively becoming more aligned with one’s values and calling. Whether used independently, in a counseling setting, or within small groups, Rooted & Becoming offers practical tools and compassionate guidance for those seeking healing, resilience, and a more congruent identity in Christ.
About the Author
Lauren Hansen, MA, LCMHC, LPC, is a licensed clinical mental health & professional counselor and creator of the Rooted & Becoming series. With graduate training in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Denver Seminary, she integrates trauma-informed care with Christian faith to help individuals heal, grow, and live in alignment with their values and calling.
Lauren specializes in identity formation, nervous system regulation, attachment, and faith transitions. Through her counseling practice and writing, she creates resources designed for personal reflection, small groups, and therapeutic settings. She lives in Colorado with her husband and children, where she continues to develop faith-integrated tools that support healing, resilience, and purposeful living.