Why does silence feel like abandonment—even when I was the one who chose no contact?
In this episode of Experts Explain Trauma, Dr. Nadine Macaluso (Dr. Nae)—somatic psychotherapist and trauma bond expert—helps us understand the painful contradiction of going no contact with a toxic partner but still feeling pulled toward them.
She explains the neurobiological addiction created by trauma bonds, the discomfort of peace after chaos, and how to stabilize in the transition from survival to healing. You’ll learn:
🔹 Why your brain and nervous system still crave the person who hurt you
🔹 What happens when chaos feels “normal” and peace feels unsafe
🔹 Why you may feel abandoned—even after leaving them
🔹 How to rebuild safety and trust inside yourself
🔹 The role of self-care, somatic healing, and self-compassion in recovery
🔹 Simple ways to begin reclaiming your identity and soothing your nervous system
About the Expert:
Dr. Nadine Macaluso is a licensed marriage and family therapist who specializes in healing from trauma bonds and narcissistic abuse. Drawing from both professional expertise and lived experience, she helps clients reclaim their lives after toxic relationships.
About the Expert:
Dr. Nadine Macaluso is a licensed marriage and family therapist who specializes in healing from trauma bonds and narcissistic abuse. Drawing from both professional expertise and lived experience, she helps clients reclaim their lives after toxic relationships.
Connect with Dr. Nadine Macaluso
Website: https://drnae.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drnaelmft
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealdrnadine/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheRealDrNadine
Contact Info: nmacaluso1@me.com / (310) 612-1113
Book: Run Like Hell: A Therapist’s Guide to Recognizing, Escaping & Healing from
Trauma Bonds
FREE GIFT FOR LISTENERS: Download the First Chapter of Dr. Nae’s new book, Run Like Hell: A Therapist’s Guide to Recognizing, Escaping, and Healing from Trauma Bonds https://drnae.com/giveaway-book
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“Why do I keep ending up with people who hurt me?”
In this episode of Experts Explain Trauma, trauma educator Tim Fletcher breaks down the real reasons survivors unconsciously recreate cycles of abuse—and how to finally break free.
You’ll learn:
- How childhood trauma programs us to seek out unsafe people
- Why emotionally unavailable relationships feel “normal”
- What abandonment wounds do to our behavior in adulthood
- Why chasing love or validation often leads to rejection
- How trauma hijacks your brain chemistry—creating addiction-like cravings for toxic connection
- The key to rebuilding trust in yourself and finding real safety
About Tim Fletcher:
Tim Fletcher is the founder of RE/ACT (Recovery Education for Addictions and Complex Trauma). Known for his practical, no-fluff teaching style, Tim helps people understand complex trauma, addiction, and mental health with clarity and compassion.
A former engineer and pastor turned trauma educator, Tim draws from his own family’s experiences with mental illness and addiction, as well as decades of counseling work. His groundbreaking insights—like the 12 Basic Needs and 60 Characteristics of Complex Trauma—have helped thousands understand why they feel broken, and how to heal with the right tools and support.
Tim is passionate about helping people break free from destructive cycles and rebuild their lives from the inside out—with safety, support, and practical steps forward.
🔗 Connect with Tim:
Website: timfletcher.ca
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TimFletcher
Instagram/Facebook/TikTok: @TimFletcherCo
Why does emotional or physical intimacy feel so hard after trauma?
In this episode of Experts Explain Trauma, UK-based counseling psychologist Dr. Tammy Oluyori explains why survivors of childhood trauma often find intimacy overwhelming, confusing, or even scary—and what it actually takes to begin healing.
You’ll learn:
- How trauma lives in the body—not just the mind
- Why trust and safety are prerequisites for intimacy
- The real reason time alone doesn’t heal trauma
- Practical ways to reconnect with your body through journaling, movement, or creativity
- How to redefine safety and build it back slowly
Whether you're navigating emotional closeness or physical connection, this episode is for anyone doing the slow, powerful work of learning to feel safe again.
Connect with Dr. Tammy Oluyori
Website: https://drtammyoluyori.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.tammy.oluyori
Ebook: Staying Rooted (https://drtammyoluyori.com/staying-rooted/)
Subscribe for weekly expert insights on trauma recovery, nervous system healing, and reclaiming safety.
#traumarecovery #intimacyaftertrauma #nervoussystemhealing #bodybasedhealing #somatictrauma #traumabonding #emotionalhealing #expertsplaintrauma #drtammyoluyori
Why do we cling to old patterns in relationships—even when they hurt us?
In this episode of Experts Explain Trauma, certified attachment specialist Bev Mitelman, M.A. joins usl to unpack how inner child work and attachment theory intersect to help us break free from insecure attachment styles.
You’ll learn:
- What inner child work really is (and isn’t)
- Why insecure attachment forms in childhood—and how to rewire it
- How unresolved pain shows up in our adult relationships
- Practical tools for building secure attachments, even if you didn’t grow up with them
Bev shares simple, empowering strategies to help you reconnect with your authentic self, recognize old coping mechanisms, and finally begin to heal.
🔗 Learn more about Bev Mitelman:
Website: https://www.securelyloved.com
Instagram: https://instagram.com/securely_loved
Verified Therapist Profile: https://www.goodtherapy.org/therapists/profile/bev-mitelman-counselor
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#innerchildwork #insecureattachment #attachmenthealing #traumarecovery #secureattachment #expertsplaintrauma #attachmentstyles #healingjourney #emotionalhealing
Ever wonder what to do with your emotions if you stop coping through food?
In this powerful episode of Experts Explain Trauma, licensed clinical psychologist Dr. Jessica Neukam-Helms shares answers to one of the most common (and overwhelming) questions in binge and emotional eating recovery: If I stop eating this way… then what?
You’ll learn:
- Why taking food away as a coping tool can actually backfire
- The difference between healthy distraction and emotional processing
- Practical regulation tools like breathing techniques and urge surfing
- How to build a coping toolbox—without shame, guilt, or “all-or-nothing” pressure
- Why curiosity and compassion are the keys to long-term change
This episode is a must-watch for anyone navigating emotional eating, trauma, or building self-awareness and nervous system resilience.
Connect with Dr. Jessica Neukam-Helms:
Psychologist & Creator of The Finding Food & Body Freedom Formula
Website: https://peacefulpresencepsych.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/finding_food_and_body_freedom
Subscribe for more weekly insights on trauma healing, emotional regulation, and food freedom.
#emotionaleating #bingehealing #traumarecovery #foodfreedom #copingskills #nervoussystemhealing #expertsplaintrauma #intuitiveeating #selfregulation #drjessicaneukamhelms
“Why do I still miss them—even after everything they did to me?”
If you’ve asked yourself this, you’re not alone—and you’re not crazy.
In this episode of Experts Explain Trauma, Dr. Nadine Macaluso (a.k.a. Dr. Nae, real-life inspiration for Naomi in The Wolf of Wall Street) unpacks the neurobiological roots of trauma bonds—and why survivors often long for their abuser, even after leaving.
You’ll learn:
- What happens in your brain and body during toxic relationships
- How emotional highs and lows mimic the cycle of addiction
- Why no-contact is essential to recovery
- How to reframe “withdrawal thoughts” and stop the cycle
- Why group support and trauma-informed therapy are crucial
Connect with Dr. Nadine Macaluso
Website: https://drnae.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drnaelmft
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealdrnadine/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheRealDrNadine
Contact Info: nmacaluso1@me.com / (310) 612-1113
Book: Run Like Hell: A Therapist’s Guide to Recognizing, Escaping & Healing from
Trauma Bonds
FREE GIFT FOR LISTENERS: Download the First Chapter of Dr. Nae’s new book, Run Like Hell: A Therapist’s Guide to Recognizing, Escaping, and Healing from Trauma Bonds https://drnae.com/giveaway-book
#traumabond #narcissisticabuse #drnadinemacaluso #expertsplaintrauma #attachmenttrauma #emotionalhealing #narcissisticrecovery #traumarecovery #addictioncycle #toxicrelationships
Why do we turn to food when we’re stressed, sad, or overwhelmed?
In this episode of Experts Explain Trauma, licensed clinical psychologist and binge eating recovery expert Dr. Jessica Neukam-Helms breaks down the psychological and biological reasons food becomes a source of comfort—especially for those with trauma histories.
We explore:
- Why food is tied to safety in early childhood
- How trauma disconnects us from hunger and fullness signals
- What "interoceptive awareness" is and why it's essential to healing
- The truth behind intuitive eating—and why it’s not as simple as “eat when you're hungry”
- Practical ways to start rebuilding body trust after binge or emotional eating
If you’ve ever wondered why you reach for food when you're not hungry, or felt shame for emotional eating, this episode offers clarity, compassion, and real solutions.
Connect with Dr. Jessica Neukam-Helms:
Psychologist & Creator of The Finding Food & Body Freedom Formula
Website: https://peacefulpresencepsych.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/finding_food_and_body_freedom
Don’t forget to subscribe for weekly trauma-informed tools for healing, self-awareness, and emotional regulation.
#bingehealing #traumarecovery #emotionaleating #interoceptiveawareness #bodytrust #expertsplaintrauma #foodfreedom #intuitiveeating #healingjourney #drjessicaneukamhelms
In this episode, trauma expert Tim Fletcher breaks down one of the most misunderstood emotions in trauma recovery: anger. If you've ever wondered why you’re either always angry—or never angry at all—this conversation is for you.
We explore:
- Why many trauma survivors see anger as dangerous
- The 4 hidden ways suppressed anger shows up (even if you “don’t feel angry”)
- How chronic cortisol buildup leads to burnout, illness, and emotional disconnection
- How to begin safely releasing long-held anger stored in your body
- Why anger can become addictive—and how to shift toward emotional balance
- How to listen to your body’s warning signs and create a new emotional “default setting”
- Why anger is not the enemy—it’s your internal alarm system for when something isn’t right
About Tim Fletcher:
Tim Fletcher is the founder of RE/ACT (Recovery Education for Addictions and Complex Trauma). Known for his practical, no-fluff teaching style, Tim helps people understand complex trauma, addiction, and mental health with clarity and compassion.
A former engineer and pastor turned trauma educator, Tim draws from his own family’s experiences with mental illness and addiction, as well as decades of counseling work. His groundbreaking insights—like the 12 Basic Needs and 60 Characteristics of Complex Trauma—have helped thousands understand why they feel broken, and how to heal with the right tools and support.
Tim is passionate about helping people break free from destructive cycles and rebuild their lives from the inside out—with safety, support, and practical steps forward.
🔗 Connect with Tim:
Website: timfletcher.ca
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TimFletcher
Instagram/Facebook/TikTok: @TimFletcherCo
#TimFletcher #complextrauma #CPTSD #toxicrelationships #attachmenttrauma #narcissisticabuse #codependencyrecovery #emotionalhealing #traumabond #abandonmentwound #REACT
Can you really rewire your brain for healthier relationships and secure attachment? In this episode of Experts Explain Trauma, Lisa Tickel sits down with Certified Attachment Practitioner Bev Mitelman, M.A., founder of Securely Loved, to explore daily practices that help shift internal narratives and heal attachment wounds.
Bev shares a powerful and accessible exercise called auto-suggestion—a method that uses repetition, imagery, and emotion to challenge and replace negative core beliefs like “I am unlovable” or “I will be abandoned.” Whether you struggle with anxious attachment, low self-worth, or persistent self-doubt, this practical conversation will give you tools to begin creating new, healthier mental pathways.
💬 What you’ll learn:
- How to identify your core attachment wounds
- The role of subconscious beliefs in shaping your relationships
- Why your brain looks for evidence to confirm negative beliefs—and how to retrain it
- How to build secure attachment with intention and practice
- Why even starting small (like noticing a pet’s love) can spark change
This episode is for anyone navigating relationship anxiety, self-esteem struggles, or on a journey of emotional healing.
🔗 Learn more about Bev Mitelman:
Website: https://www.securelyloved.com
Instagram: https://instagram.com/securely_loved
Verified Therapist Profile: https://www.goodtherapy.org/therapists/profile/bev-mitelman-counselor
#attachmentstyle #anxiousattachment #healingjourney #selfworth #innerhealing #mentalhealth #traumarecovery #rewireyourbrain #secureattachment #emotionalhealing
In this episode of Experts Explain Trauma, Lisa sits down with trauma expert Dr. Nadine Macaluso to unpack a question so many survivors silently ask:
“Why do I stay with someone who hurts me over and over again?”
Dr. Nadine breaks down:
- What a trauma bond is (and how it keeps you stuck)
- Why intermittent reinforcement creates powerful emotional confusion
- The real cost of holding on to “hope”
- How to dissolve cognitive dissonance and start seeing the truth
- Steps to safely prepare for leaving a toxic relationship
- Why wearing a “mask” and planning in secret might save your life
If you’ve ever felt caught between “they’re not all bad” and “why can’t I leave?”—this episode is for you.
About the Expert:
Dr. Nadine Macaluso is a licensed marriage and family therapist who specializes in healing from trauma bonds and narcissistic abuse. Drawing from both professional expertise and lived experience, she helps clients reclaim their lives after toxic relationships.
Connect with Dr. Nadine Macaluso
Website: https://drnae.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drnaelmft
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealdrnadine/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheRealDrNadine
Contact Info: nmacaluso1@me.com / (310) 612-1113
Book: Run Like Hell: A Therapist’s Guide to Recognizing, Escaping & Healing from
Trauma Bonds
FREE GIFT FOR LISTENERS: Download the First Chapter of Dr. Nae’s new book, Run Like Hell: A Therapist’s Guide to Recognizing, Escaping, and Healing from Trauma Bonds https://drnae.com/giveaway-book
🔔 Subscribe for more weekly insights from trauma-informed therapists and psychologists.
#traumabond #emotionalabuse #toxicrelationships #traumahealing #narcissisticabuse #cognitivedissonance #healingjourney #expertsseries #mentalhealthawareness
In this powerful conversation, trauma therapist and psychologist Dr. Jessica Neukam-Helms joins Lisa Tickel to explore the deep connection between trauma, survival mode, and binge eating.
Dr. Jessica answers one of the most important questions trauma survivors ask:
"Why do I keep reaching for food even when I’m not hungry?"
Together, they unpack:
- What survival mode actually looks like in everyday life
- Why binge eating can feel like the only relief in high-stress environments
- The difference between emotional eating and binge eating
- How trauma disrupts interoceptive awareness (our ability to know hunger/fullness)
- Practical tips to help regulate your nervous system and break binge cycles
- Why food often becomes our first—and sometimes only—form of comfort
- How to start building a healthier relationship with food without shame or restriction
This episode is filled with insights, compassion, and tangible takeaways for anyone navigating food and emotional regulation after trauma.
Connect with Dr. Jessica:
Website: https://peacefulpresencepsych.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/finding_food_and_body_freedom/
Subscribe for new expert videos every Thursday!
#bingeeatingrecover #emotionaleatinghelp #traumahealing #womenhealing #nervoussystemregulation #bingeeating #emotionaleating
Have you ever felt like you need others to approve of you to feel worthy or loved? You’re not alone.
In this week’s Experts Explain episode, trauma recovery expert Tim Fletcher breaks down how complex trauma—especially in childhood—rewires the brain to confuse validation with love, and why so many trauma survivors become stuck in cycles of people-pleasing, self-criticism, and external approval-seeking.
We explore:
- Why children in trauma learn love is conditional
- How the need for validation becomes a survival strategy
- Why self-criticism often replaces self-acceptance
- The real definition of validation (hint: it’s more about action than words)
- Practical tools for shifting from external validation to self-affirmation
- What to do when compliments feel uncomfortable or manipulative
- How to build trust, self-awareness, and internal safety
If you’ve struggled with self-worth, overthinking, or trusting your own value—this episode is for you.
About Tim:
Tim Fletcher is the Founder and President of RE/ACT (Recovery Education for Addictions and Complex Trauma). Originally an engineer, Tim transitioned into pastoral work before becoming a counselor specializing in complex trauma and addiction. Through his research and hands-on experience, Tim has developed groundbreaking tools and resources to help individuals understand and heal from the deep wounds of complex trauma.
Connect with Tim Fletcher:
Website: https://www.timfletcher.ca
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/TimFletcher
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timfletcherco
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TimFletcherCo
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@timfletcher_co
New episodes every Thursday. Subscribe and turn on notifications to never miss an expert insight.
#traumarecovery #validationvsapproval #innerchildhealing #timfletcher #selfworth #traumahealing #peoplepleasing #selfvalidation #expertsexplain #complextrauma #emotionalhealing
In this Experts Explain episode, trauma expert Dr. Tammy Oluyori unpacks one of the most confusing and painful questions many survivors ask: What if my abuser wasn’t always bad?
Using real-life analogies and clinical insight, Dr. Tammy explores the impact of "hot and cold" abuse, especially in childhood and caregiver relationships. She explains how inconsistency, confusion, and emotional manipulation can lead survivors to doubt their own reality—and why that doubt is part of the trauma itself.
You’ll learn:
- Why inconsistency is a form of abuse
- How this kind of trauma imprints confusion on the nervous system
- The link between gaslighting, self-doubt, and trauma response
- Why survivors must shift from asking "what if?" to "what is?"
This episode is a must-watch for anyone navigating the lasting effects of relational trauma or struggling to validate their own story.
📌 New episodes every Thursday on the Experts Explain series!
About Dr. Tammy Oluyori:
Dr. Tammy Oluyori is a UK based counselling psychologist with over 15 years of experience specializing in trauma recovery, specifically focusing on survivors of childhood trauma. Her practice emphasizes developing a deeper, more compassionate relationship with oneself as the cornerstone of healing. Dr. Oluyori believes that understanding oneself is the beginning of all wisdom, and she is dedicated to guiding her clients toward this understanding. She is committed to helping individuals achieve clarity, balance, and purpose in their lives, leading to a more wholesome and fulfilling existence.
Listen full episode with Dr. Tammy on Healing and Growing Hand in Hand podcast here:
https://youtu.be/ndNZQCsvL5I
Connect with Dr. Tammy:
Website: www.drtammyoluori.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.tammy.oluyori
Ebook: Staying Rooted (https://drtammyoluyori.com/staying-rooted/)
#expertsexplain #attachmenttrauma #emotionalabuse #nervoussystemhealing #traumarecovery #mentalhealth #validation #healingjourney #gaslighting #traumaawareness #emotionalhealing #cptsd #childhoodtrauma
In this episode of our Experts Explain series, trauma-informed therapist Bev Mitelman, M.A., breaks down the signs of insecure attachment styles and how they show up in relationships.
If you've ever found yourself feeling too needy, constantly pushing people away, or stuck in the same relationship patterns again and again, this episode is for you.
We explore:
- Common behaviors linked to anxious and avoidant attachment
- Why emotional overreactions often stem from unresolved childhood trauma
- How nervous system dysregulation impacts your relationships
- What "glimmers" are and how they help promote healing
- The difference between true safety and perceived emotional threat
New episodes drop every Thursday!
Subscribe for more expert-led videos on trauma, healing, and emotional resilience.
Connect with Bev Mitelman
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/securely_loved
Website: www.securelyloved.com
#attachmentstyles #avoidantattachment #anxiousattachment #traumahealing #relationshippatterns #emotionalhealing #expertsexplain #lisatickel #therapytools #nervoussystemhealing
What’s really going on when you feel out of control around food?
This week’s Experts Explain Series features Dr. Jessica Neukam-Helms, licensed clinical psychologist and founder of The Finding Food & Body Freedom Formula. After healing from binge eating herself, she now helps women across the country break free from food guilt and obsessive cycles—without relying on willpower.
In this conversation, Dr. Jessica explains:
- The difference between emotional eating and binge eating
- How trauma plays a massive role in disordered eating patterns
- Why your nervous system impacts your cravings more than you think
- What healing your relationship with food really looks like
- Tools to begin shifting out of shame and into self-trust
Connect with Dr. Jessica:
Website: https://peacefulpresencepsych.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/finding_food_and_body_freedom/
Subscribe for new expert videos every Thursday!
#bingeeatingrecover #emotionaleatinghelp #traumahealing #womenhealing #nervoussystemregulation #bingeeating #emotionaleating
In this video, Dr. Tammy discusses the complexities of sharing trauma with friends or partners. Dr. Tammy provides insights on how to communicate needs effectively, ensuring that the person receiving the disclosure is trustworthy and supportive. The discussion highlights the emotional challenges that come with sharing trauma and the necessity of self-care throughout the process.
About Dr. Tammy Oluyori:
Dr. Tammy Oluyori is a UK based counselling psychologist with over 15 years of experience specializing in trauma recovery, specifically focusing on survivors of childhood trauma. Her practice emphasizes developing a deeper, more compassionate relationship with oneself as the cornerstone of healing. Dr. Oluyori believes that understanding oneself is the beginning of all wisdom, and she is dedicated to guiding her clients toward this understanding. She is committed to helping individuals achieve clarity, balance, and purpose in their lives, leading to a more wholesome and fulfilling existence.
Listen full episode with Dr. Tammy on Healing and Growing Hand in Hand podcast here:
https://youtu.be/ndNZQCsvL5I
Connect with Dr. Tammy:
Website: www.drtammyoluori.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.tammy.oluyori
Ebook: Staying Rooted (https://drtammyoluyori.com/staying-rooted/)
JOIN THE WOMEN’S HEALING COMMUNITY HERE: https://womenshealingcommunity.carrd.co/
What if sitting face-to-face with the person who murdered your family could actually heal you instead of destroy you?
Discover why traditional court systems fail victims by turning them into witnesses to their own crimes and how restorative justice gives back the voice, agency and healing that punishment alone cannot provide.
In this episode:
- How restorative justice gives victims agency and answers that traditional court systems cannot provide, including Amanda's transformative meeting with her family's murderer after 28 years
- The connection between unresolved childhood trauma and criminal behavior, plus why addressing these root causes prevents future crimes and protects communities
- Breaking generational cycles of harm through accountability, understanding and healing rather than perpetuating punishment-only approaches that fail everyone
Check out our Expert Series for more helpful, healing discussions: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL55ypWHIjesvMja7UmGPCVU-UqwBpBvld
Connect with Amanda Carrasco:
Website: https://amandacarrasco.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amanda_the_brave_one
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@amandacarrasco.com
X: https://x.com/Amanda_Carrasco
Book "Becoming the Brave One: My Journey to Justice": https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FJ92MY9G/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1T0DCQ0U3WFB2
Connect with Lisa:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisatickel/
Website: https://healingandgrowinghandinhandpodcast.com/
JOIN THE HEALING WORKSHOP HERE: https://healingworkshop.carrd.co/
JOIN THE WOMEN’S HEALING COMMUNITY HERE: https://womenshealingcommunity.carrd.co/
What happens when the very institutions meant to guide your spiritual journey become sources of deep trauma?
Former Buddhist nun Amma Thanasanti shares her journey of spending nearly three decades in monasteries, only to discover she was trapped in a system that used sacred teachings to justify harmful patriarchal structures.
In this episode:
- How spiritual abuse uniquely impacts our sense of meaning and identity, making it particularly difficult to recover from compared to other forms of trauma
- The crucial difference between genuine spiritual teachings and distorted systems that exploit vulnerability for power and control
- Practical somatic healing techniques including grounding exercises, nervous system regulation, and safe anger release methods that help trauma survivors reconnect with their bodies
Check out our Expert Series for more helpful, healing discussions: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL55ypWHIjesvMja7UmGPCVU-UqwBpBvld
Connect with Amma Thanasanti:
Website: http://awakeningtruth.org/blog
YouTube: @Amma Thanasanti
Facebook: @Amma Thanasanti, @AwakeningTruth
Instagram: @AwakeningTruth
Free Integrated Meditation Program Drop-in Sessions: Available through awakeningtruth.org
Connect with Lisa:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisatickel/
Website: https://healingandgrowinghandinhandpodcast.com/
JOIN THE HEALING WORKSHOP HERE: https://healingworkshop.carrd.co/
Ready to trust your intuition again? Drop a comment below sharing one insight that resonated with you from this conversation.
JOIN THE WOMEN’S HEALING COMMUNITY HERE: https://womenshealingcommunity.carrd.co/
Think you can spot narcissistic abuse? Think again.
This conversation with Dr. Deborah Dantzler reveals the hidden "death by a thousand paper cuts" that survivors endure and why understanding antagonistic relational stress changes everything.
Discover why only 6-7% of people actually qualify for narcissistic personality disorder, how childhood trauma creates patterns that attract toxic relationships, and the three-step framework that leads to freedom.
In this Episode:
- How narcissistic abuse creates "death by a thousand paper cuts" and why it's now called antagonistic relational stress
- The three-stage awareness, acceptance and action framework that helps survivors break free from toxic patterns
- Why narcissists target empathic overachievers and how childhood trauma creates vulnerability to these relationships
Check out our Expert Series for more helpful, healing discussions: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL55ypWHIjesvMja7UmGPCVU-UqwBpBvld
Connect with Dr. Deborah:
Website: https://www.3dpsychotherapy.com/
G33ky Clinicians: https://www.g33kyclinicians.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3dpsychotherapy/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the3dpsychotherapy/
Book a Session: https://www.3dpsychotherapy.com/
Free Resource: Sign up for healthy coping strategies: https://keap.app/contact-us/5979160322682406
Connect with Lisa:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisatickel/
Website: https://healingandgrowinghandinhandpodcast.com/
JOIN THE HEALING WORKSHOP HERE: https://healingworkshop.carrd.co/
Ready to take the next step in your healing journey? Share your biggest takeaway in the comments below and subscribe for more trauma-informed conversations that help you break free from the past and step into your power.
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Sexual intimacy after trauma is one of the most challenging yet rarely discussed aspects of healing. In this vulnerable conversation, sex and intimacy coach Xanet Pailet shares how sexual shame from childhood experiences can create a lifelong blueprint that affects adult relationships.
In this episode:
- How early sexual experiences create lasting trauma patterns - Xanet explains how shame and anxiety around sexuality in childhood become the blueprint for all future sexual experiences, leading to conditions like vaginismus and dissociation
- The mind-body connection in sexual healing - Discover why traditional talk therapy often isn't enough for sexual trauma and how somatic approaches help rewire the nervous system to feel safe with touch and pleasure again
- From broken to empowered - Learn about the transformative journey from a 26-year sexless marriage to becoming a healer, including practical steps for addressing touch aversion, numbing, and reconnecting with your body
Check out our Expert Series for more helpful, healing discussions: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL55ypWHIjesvMja7UmGPCVU-UqwBpBvld
Connect with Xanet:
Website: https://www.powerofpleasure.com
Retreats: https://www.passionateintimacyretreats.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/xanetpop/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/xanetpop
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/xanet-pailet-2b464671/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thepowerofpleasure8132/featured
Book: Living an Orgasmic Life: Heal Yourself and Awaken Your Pleasure (https://a.co/d/555SMdf)
Connect with Lisa:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisatickel/
Website: https://healingandgrowinghandinhandpodcast.com/
JOIN THE HEALING WORKSHOP HERE: https://healingworkshop.carrd.co/