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The Weekend University

Becoming Trauma-Informed: An Introduction - Dr Guy Macpherson, PhD

Jul 20, 2023
Dr. Guy Macpherson, a trauma expert, discusses the importance of being trauma-informed, the impact of trauma on the body and nervous system, how trauma varies among individuals, the power of authenticity in therapy, signs of unrecognized trauma, and more. He emphasizes the need to recognize trauma on a continuum and the significance of seeking help from trauma-trained therapists.
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  • Recognizing trauma beyond extreme events is crucial for understanding its impact on individuals and society.
  • Authenticity and vulnerability are key qualities for effective trauma therapists to build trusting therapeutic relationships.

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The Journey to Trauma Therapy

The speaker, Dr. Guy McPherson, shares his journey leading to trauma therapy. He recounts initially experiencing impacts from childhood bullying and later feeling a deep calling to help those in dire situations during a survival course. This prompted him to transition into psychology after realizing the prevalence of trauma in young kids showing signs of psychosis. Dr. McPherson emphasizes the need to recognize trauma's underlying presence in various behaviors and experiences.

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