The Brave Table with Dr. Neeta Bhushan 347: From Trauma to Truth: How Melissa Osorio Unlocked Her Past & Found Her Power
What if the very memories that shaped your life had been hidden away by your brain—and one day, they suddenly returned?
In this powerful and intimate episode, I sit down with author and mental health advocate Melissa Osorio, whose transformative journey has made waves in the world of psychedelic therapy and trauma healing. She is the visionary behind Hidden Memories: Discover What’s Blocking You From Life and Love, a memoir-meets-self-help-book that blends personal narrative with tools to help you explore the origins of your emotional patterns.
We go deep into the layers of trauma, how it gets stored in the body, how psychedelics played a role in her healing, and why success alone will never be enough to fill the void of disconnection from self.
What you'll get out of this episode…
How trauma hides in the body—and how to know if you’ve suppressed childhood memories
Why Melissa didn’t remember her childhood until her 30s, and how ayahuasca changed that
The difference between trauma therapy and psychedelic therapy (and when to use each)
The unexpected role of sensual movement in healing emotional blockages
The truth about “overachieving” and why it often masks deep emotional wounds
What to consider before exploring psychedelic treatments for trauma
How Melissa’s family healed together after uncovering generational trauma
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Dr. Neeta Bhushan is a 5x award-winning author, emotional health advocate, and host of The Brave Table podcast. CEO of Highest Self Institute and author of That Sucked, Now What, she’s been featured in Forbes, ABC, and more. A former dentist turned global speaker, Neeta’s work blends psychology, ancient wisdom, and resilience from her own life experiences. She's also a mom, wellness lover, and chai enthusiast.