Complex Trauma Recovery

In this episode I talk about the core concepts in understanding and treating CPTSD! Think of this as a CPTSD 101 episode, reviewing some of the most important information to understand about complex attachment trauma. Links: Join my online library of educational videos for therapists with over 50 hours of content at patreon.com/complextraumarecoveryFind me on instagram @cptsdtherapistVisit my training website for therapists at kinawolfensteintraining.comAnd find the felt sense attachment workbook here https://www.kinawolfensteintraining.com/category/all-products

The podcast is back! In this podcast episode I talk about the concept of “terms of attachment” from Unlocking the Emotional Brain, and how our learnings about what is required for connection within our family systems influence us for years beyond childhood.Links: Join my online library of educational videos for therapists with over 50 hours of content at patreon.com/complextraumarecoveryFind me on instagram @cptsdtherapistVisit my training website for therapists at kinawolfensteintraining.comAnd find the felt sense attachment workbook here https://www.kinawolfensteintraining.com/category/all-products

The podcast is back! Thanks to everyone listening and supporting me. In this episode I talk about all the common struggles people with complex trauma may experience while in cognitive behavioral therapy. To check out my Patreon and other resources, click here! https://linktr.ee/cptsdtherapistIf you like my podcast, consider leaving a review or sharing it with someone else :)

Just a brief episode of me discussing my thoughts on people pleasing as an attachment based adaptation. Also, weighing in on the “is people pleasing manipulation” debate https://linktr.ee/cptsdtherapist

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Tori Olds is a psychotherapist who specializes in experiential therapeutic modalities. She is an educator who provides training to other therapists in experiential models of healing including coherence therapy, IFS and AEDP. Below are her website and YouTube channel: https://toriolds.com https://youtube.com/@DrToriOlds You can access Kina’s workshops, practice website and Patreon here: https://linktr.ee/cptsdtherapist

Jessica Frick is a counselor in Erie, Pennsylvania who specializes in working with the adult children of emotionally immature parents. Jessica uses acceptance and commitment therapy (or ACT, for short) to help her clients connect with their emotional selves, allow judgment to fade to the background, and to live a valuable, fulfilling life, whether or not that includes their parents. Jessica provides therapy in person in Erie, and telehealth across the state. Jessica also provides telehealth services to Florida residents. If you're interested in working with Jessica, go to www.metamorphosiscounseling.net and click "get started" tiktok handle: @therapy_with_jess Kinas linktree: https://linktr.ee/cptsdtherapist

This episode is part of a new series breaking down experiential and bottom up modalities that are helpful for those with CPTSD. In todays episode I interview Sam Robinson, an LCSW therapist in Austin Texas, who specializes in coherence therapy. Kinas linktree: https://linktr.ee/cptsdtherapist Sam is an LSCW- supervisor and founder of Strong Roots Psychotherapy in Austin Texas. He was born and raised in the UK and trained as a Social worker at the University of Sussex in Brighton. He crossed the pond in 2016 and began his career in child welfare in Kansas City before moving to Austin, TX in 2018 to work in a group practice and pursue his passion for music, specifically playing the drums :) Sam started Strong Roots Psychotherapy in March 2021, and during that time he worked with Robin Ticic towards his Coherence Therapy certification. CT and the reconsolidation process have become the focus of Sam’s work with clients and he seeks to deepen this work with continued training and consultation. Sam works with a range of clients but finds joy in helping folks find deeper meaning in their past, and how adaptive ways of coping in childhood are in full force in the present day! Helping clients unlock this an update emotional learnings has become a passion for Sam. You can check out Strong Roots here: https://www.strongrootspsychotherapy.com

This episode is part of a new series breaking down experiential and bottom up modalities that are helpful for those with CPTSD. In todays episode I interview Marley Cote, a LMFT therapist in California who specializes in complex trauma and uses a modality called the Comprehensive Resource model. Kinas linktree: https://linktr.ee/cptsdtherapist Marley Cote is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (#136752) in California, who specializes in trauma. As an emotionally-focused, attachment-based, and trauma-informed therapist, Marley utilizes two modalities to guide clients towards repair, reconnection, and inner healing. The Comprehensive Resource Model (CRM) is an approach that focuses on reconnecting clients with their innate internal resources to help them overcome the obstacles caused by trauma. Using a variety of techniques, including imagery, breath work, and body awareness, CRM helps clients access and utilize their internal resources to facilitate healing. Marley also specializes in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), which is an effective approach for couples struggling with communication, connection, and emotional intimacy. EFT helps couples break out of negative communication patterns and guides them towards secure and reliable attachment. You can view her website or get in touch with her here: https://www.marleycote.com To check out Strong Roots Psychotherapy: https://www.strongrootspsychotherapy.com To inquire about working at Strong Roots email [email protected]

**This episode has a content warning for discussions of suicide**   In this episode I interview my guest Janel Cubbage, a suicidologist and trauma informed therapist. We talk about what it means to work with suicidal clients in a trauma informed way, strategies to prevent suicide, and how the mental health field can improve in the treatment of patients with suicidality.   Follow Janel Cubbage   Tik Tok: @thetattooedcounselor   Instagram: @thetattooedcounselor Follow me on my other platforms!   https://linktr.ee/complexptsd  Support me on Patreon and unlock more CPTSD blog posts and videos   https://www.patreon.com/complextraumarecovery

This is one of my favorite interviews I have gotten to do! We talked about structural dissociation, CPTSD, polyvagal theory, attachment, and how all those pieces come together in EMDR. Here is Melissa's bio and where to find more of her work! Melissa is a licensed therapist in private practice in the state of South Carolina. She has been practicing for 17 years this year and she specializes in working with adults with complex trauma and couples. She is certified in EMDR and can provide consultation for therapists pursuing EMDR certification. She has had several advanced trainings that inform her work and some of her favorites include Attachment Focused EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, Internal Family Systems, and Emotionally Focused Therapy, to name a few. She can be found on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok @melissaparkssays https://linktr.ee/complexptsd Support me on Patreon and unlock more CPTSD blog posts and videos https://www.patreon.com/complextraumarecovery

In this episode I talk about what learned helplessness is, how it shows up in adulthood, and the role that empowerment plays in CPTSD recovery.