#289 Recovering from Complex PTSD - with Dr. Arielle Schwartz
Feb 17, 2024
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Dr. Arielle Schwartz, a renowned clinical psychologist, discusses trauma awareness in coaching, the use of psychedelics in therapy, trauma release through the energetic body, the therapeutic benefits of yoga, and the importance of integrating Eastern and Western healing practices for overall well-being.
Addressing physical, mental, and spiritual aspects is crucial in achieving enduring transformations post-trauma.
Somatic experiences like yoga aid in reconnecting with emotions and sense of self for trauma healing.
Integration of coaching and therapy with somatic work is essential to access deeper emotional states.
Deep dives
The Journey into Psychology and Healing
Dr. Ariel Schwartz, a clinical psychologist, shares her personal journey of entering the field of psychology due to her own history of anxiety and disconnection. Her kinesthetic nature led her to feel trapped due to early traumas, manifesting in physical symptoms like chronic illnesses.
Understanding Complex PTSD and Trauma
Dr. Schwartz explains the concept of complex PTSD, different from traditional PTSD, as a result of repeated, chronic traumas. She emphasizes the accumulation of subtle life experiences leading to core beliefs shaping one's identity, often unrecognized as forms of trauma.
Embodiment and Healing Trauma
The discussion delves into the significance of embodiment in healing trauma, highlighting experiences like yoga classes and therapy that helped individuals reconnect with their emotions and sense of self. The body's memory and the importance of somatic experiences in healing are explored.
The Intersection of Coaching and Therapy
The conversation touches on the fusion of coaching and therapy, emphasizing the importance of accessing joy and happiness through exploring deeper emotional states. The potential connection between past experiences and present situations is discussed.
Somatic Work and Integration
Dr. Schwartz reflects on the significance of somatic work in understanding trauma and emphasizes the importance of trauma-informed practitioners. The conversation dives into the complexities of psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy, cautioning against solely focusing on big experiences without mindful integration for personal growth.
This week, I speak with Dr. Arielle Schwartz, PhD, a seasoned clinical psychologist, EMDR Therapy consultant and author recognized for her expertise in resilience-informed therapy and post-traumatic growth.
Drawing from her personal experience of overcoming trauma, Dr. Schwartz emphasizes the significance of addressing the physical, mental, and spiritual aspects of one's being in order to achieve profound and enduring transformations.
What stood out for me in interviewing Dr. Schwratz was her brilliant integration of the Western scientific lens on trauma and the yogic wisdom on those same aspects of the human experience.