The Trauma Therapist

Dr. Tracey Shors is a Distinguished Professor in Behavioral and Systems Neuroscience in the Department of Psychology and the Center for Collaborative Neuroscience at Rutgers University. She has ~150 scientific publications and has recently written a popular book Everyday Trauma. Her research program studies how our brains ruminate on trauma-related memories and how this process can interfere with our everyday lives, while making still more memories. Dr. Shors is also focused on identifying effective tools for reducing repetitive thoughts that reinforce our everyday traumas. Her brain fitness program, known as MAP Train My Brain combines “mental and physical” training with silent meditation and aerobic exercise to decrease trauma-related and repetitive thoughts, as well as symptoms of depression and anxiety.By understanding how and why our brain tends to ruminate, while training them with new mental and physical skills, we are better equipped to leave our pasts behind and live in a brighter future.In This EpisodeTracy’s websiteMAP Train My BrainEveryday Trauma: Remapping the Brain's Response to Stress, Anxiety, and Painful Memories for a Better Life---What’s new with The Trauma Therapist Project!The Trauma 5: gold nuggets from my 700+ interviewsThe Trauma Therapist Newsletter: a monthly resource of information and inspiration dedicated to trauma therapists.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-trauma-therapist--5739761/support.

Jenn graduated from Lesley University with a Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and began her career in mental health working with folks who were navigating early substance abuse recovery and experiences of complex trauma.She also studied yoga at Kripalu Center for Wellness and Health. She works to support clients in bringing their whole self and body into treatment in her private practice. Jenn joined the Trauma Center in 2007, where she led trauma-sensitive yoga sessions for female-identifying survivors.She developed the protocol for the first randomized control trial in which trauma-sensitive yoga was observed as an adjunctive treatment for complex trauma. Along with colleague David Emerson, they began a training program for trauma-sensitive yoga practices, TCTSY (Trauma Center Trauma-Sensitive Yoga), in 2008.In This EpisodeJenn's websiteEmbodied Healing: Survivor and Facilitator Voices from the Practice of Trauma-Sensitive Yoga, Jenn Turner (editor)---What’s new with The Trauma Therapist Project!The Trauma 5: gold nuggets from my 700+ interviewsThe Trauma Therapist Newsletter: a monthly resource of information and inspiration dedicated to trauma therapists.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-trauma-therapist--5739761/support.

Joseph Bobrow Ph.D. practices psychotherapy and psychoanalysis and is the author of three books. His approach is informed by years of practicing and teaching Zen mindfulness. He lives and practices in Studio City, CA and consults and teaches widely on psychotherapy, Buddhism, and how they enrich each other in transforming suffering.Joseph is also the founding director and Roshi of Deep Streams Zen Institute which offers Zen practice, interdisciplinary education, and community service. He has long been bringing together the best from Buddhist and psychodynamic traditions in his work to alleviate individual and collective anguish. Most recently, he developed integrative retreats for military veterans, and their families and care providers that help heal the unseen wounds of war.In This EpisodeDr. Joseph Bowbrow’s WebsiteDeep Streams Zen Institute---What’s new with The Trauma Therapist Project!The Trauma 5: gold nuggets from my 700+ interviewsThe Trauma Therapist Newsletter: a monthly resource of information and inspiration dedicated to trauma therapists.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-trauma-therapist--5739761/support.

Antonieta Contreras, former banker turned trauma psychotherapist, discusses the misconceptions surrounding trauma, neurobiology and effects of trauma on emotions and memory, types of traumatization, her book 'Trauma-ization and its Aftermath,' passion for helping others, embracing emotions for well-being, and a dynamic model for successful trauma treatment.

Judith Blackstone, PhD, is the founder of the Realization Process, a method of embodied Psychological and relational healing and nondual spiritual awakening. She teaches workshops and teacher certification trainings throughout the United States and online. She is the author of several books, including The Fullness of the Ground: A Guide to Embodied Awakening; Trauma and the Unbound Body: the Healing Power of Fundamental Consciousness; The Enlightenment Process; Belonging Here: a Guide for the Spiritually Sensitive Person; and The Empathic Ground.In This EpisodeJudith Blackstone, PhD’s Website---What’s new with The Trauma Therapist Project!The Trauma 5: gold nuggets from my 700+ interviewsThe Trauma Therapist Newsletter: a monthly resource of information and inspiration dedicated to trauma therapists.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-trauma-therapist--5739761/support.

Leading innovator in couple therapy and adult attachment, Dr. Sue Johnson discusses the impact of emotionally focused couple therapy (EFT) on relationships and the significance of secure connections. They explore communication dynamics, attachment needs, and working with trauma in therapy, emphasizing the importance of emotional connection and self-compassion for healing.

After years of running nonprofits and supporting the career growth of junior therapists, Renae is working in therapy practice and supporting the mental health and growth of queer, trans, artists, and others who have complex trauma.Renae is excited to have launched the Open Space Collective and looks forward to seeing it grow as a hub for their community. They are a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in California (6018), board certified as an Art Therapist (16-199), and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (751603). Renae received their Master’s degree in Art Therapy from Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, New York, and has additional somatic focusing training with the Focusing Institute.In This EpisodeRenae Johnson on Psychology TodayOpen Space TherapyMy Therapist Is Out!---What’s new with The Trauma Therapist Project!The Trauma 5: gold nuggets from my 700+ interviewsThe Trauma Therapist Newsletter: a monthly resource of information and inspiration dedicated to trauma therapists.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-trauma-therapist--5739761/support.

Dr. Glenn Doyle, with extensive clinical experience, discusses growing up with addiction and bullying, the difference between therapy and recovery, and the importance of saving and nurturing the inner child.

Robert Stark lives off grid in rural Alaska with his wife and daughters where they own and operate a small farm named Secret Garden Alaska. He joined the Army at 17 and parachuted into Iraq during the 2003 invasion. He was the first in his family to graduate high school and college.In This EpisodeRobert’s websiteRobert’s book: Warflower: A True Story of Family, Service, and Life in Alaska---What’s new with The Trauma Therapist Project!The Trauma 5: gold nuggets from my 700+ interviewsThe Trauma Therapist Newsletter: a monthly resource of information and inspiration dedicated to trauma therapists.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-trauma-therapist--5739761/support.

Doreen Hills, MS, NCC, LPC, is the Founder, Director at the Center for Healing Trauma & Attachment. Their mission is to provide cutting-edge treatment approaches in healing traumatic distress and they’re committed to finding ways to provide quality and affordable therapy and to be the pioneer in healing trauma in NE region. Doreen has been a mental health provider for over 20 years and has worked in various mental health settings in New York, Philippines, and Colorado. Doreen's background includes intense and immersed experiences working with poverty stricken fishermen in the Philippines, orphans that were severely neglected and abandoned, as well as Muslims in Manila. These experiences gave her immense insight to trauma, resiliency and healing.Doreen has conducted and facilitated trainings, workshops, and presentations in Morgan County and neighboring Northeast Counties in Colorado on topics of Attachment, Trauma, Neuroscience, Vicarious Trauma and Self Care, Trauma Informed Interventions and Care, Human Trafficking, Building Better Communication and Resiliency in Agency Settings. Before becoming a mental health provider, Doreen worked at the Salvation Army Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Program as Residential Manager, Case Manager, and Rape Crisis Advocate. She worked as a Residential Manager at the Federal Funded Job Corps and was a Crisis Hotline Worker for New York State Crisis Hotline.In This Episodewww.chtainc.orgDoreen's email---What’s new with The Trauma Therapist Project!The Trauma 5: gold nuggets from my 700+ interviewsThe Trauma Therapist Newsletter: a monthly resource of information and inspiration dedicated to trauma therapists.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-trauma-therapist--5739761/support.