Elizabeth Ferreira

In this engaging discussion, Dr. Lindsay Gibson shares insights on the impact of inconsistent parenting, while Dr. Bessel van der Kolk delves into how trauma shapes our inner lives. Dr. Mariel Buqué explores intergenerational trauma's transmission through family dynamics. Elizabeth Ferreira discusses complex PTSD and offers somatic techniques for healing. Stephanie Foo emphasizes the power of relational repair, and Dr. Peter Levine highlights body-centered approaches. Finally, Dr. Gabor Maté critiques how our toxic culture fosters trauma, framing illness as a potential path to authenticity.

Join Forrest Hanson and his fiancée, Elizabeth Ferreira, an associate therapist, as they delve into the transformative power of inner child work in relationships. Elizabeth shares her insights on how small changes can spark meaningful growth, often revealing the hidden barriers to emotional connection. The couple explores the dynamics of love avoidance, attachment styles, and the challenges of deep emotional vulnerability. Discover why insight isn't enough for real change and how confronting past experiences can empower couples to nurture healthy relationships.

Elizabeth Ferreira, an associate therapist with personal experience in CPTSD, uncovers the often misunderstood nature of anger. She discusses how trauma shapes our connection to this powerful emotion and the dangers of repressing it. Elizabeth offers insights on healthy expressions of anger as a means of protest and self-advocacy. The conversation also touches on the importance of boundaries in relationships and how understanding our desires can lead to emotional healing through playful exploration.

In this engaging conversation, Elizabeth Ferreira, an associate therapist and couples practitioner, explores the nuances of authenticity in relationships. She discusses how developmental trauma and societal pressures impact self-expression. Elizabeth emphasizes the importance of healthy anger and vulnerability in fostering connection, advocating for prioritizing each other's needs. She encourages 'dating yourself' to uncover true desires and celebrates the beauty of embracing your quirks. The insights on navigating change within partnerships are both profound and practical.

Elizabeth Ferreira, a somatic therapist specializing in trauma-informed relationship work, joins to unpack why people default to “fixing” or “feeling.” She traces these patterns to socialization, trauma, and nervous-system activation. Short takes cover attunement before problem-solving, co-regulation, and simple tools like asking “empathy or solutions?” to get on the same team.