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Toi Tūhāha: A Māori Creative Cultural Therapy Framework 200–300 pages | Full-colour | Clinical & Cultural Integration

Toi Tūhāha is a groundbreaking therapeutic framework that weaves Māori cultural knowledge with contemporary clinical practice. Rooted in Ngā Rangi Tūhāha — the seven realms of wellbeing — this book provides a holistic system for emotional regulation, trauma integration, identity strengthening, addiction recovery, and cultural reconnection.

Through acrylic painting, colour mauri, Toi Māori modalities, somatic healing, storytelling, and wānanga practice, readers learn how creativity becomes a powerful medicine for individuals, whānau, and communities.

This comprehensive volume includes:

• 14 full chapters covering cultural, clinical, creative, and somatic foundations

• Case studies across anxiety, depression, PTSD, addiction, grief, and youth wellbeing

• Facilitator training modules for professional and community practice

• A complete workbook section with printable exercises

• Templates and worksheets for session planning and wellbeing tracking

• A full glossary and index for easy navigation

Toi Tūhāha is suitable for clinicians, facilitators, educators, artists, youth workers, community practitioners, and anyone seeking culturally grounded healing tools. It is both a practical manual and a deeply cultural text — honouring whakapapa, wairua, whenua, and the creative spirit of Māori healing traditions.