Allison Leslie
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In this episode, Kathy Couch interviews Alison Leslie about the integration of somatic EMDR, the human-animal bond, and trauma therapy.
Title : Building the Nest: Somatic EMDR, the Human-Animal Bond & Trauma Therapy Guest : Alison Leslie, LCSW, SEP Release Date : 2026-04-17 Audience : Trauma Clinicians, EMDR Therapists, Grief Therapists ============================================================ [INTRO] Welcome to Kathy on the Couch, your podcast for everyday clinicians who sit with grief, trauma, and the hardest human experiences every day. You weren't meant to carry this alone — and this is a space for therapists who hold space for others and sometimes need a place to be held too. I am Kathy — your EMDR consultant, trainer, and thanatologist specializing in methods of death, dying, and bereavement. I created this podcast to support those who do the deep work, especially trauma and grief therapists and EMDR clinicians who want real conversations, meaningful support, and a community where the hard questions are finally welcome. We're also thrilled to announce the Kathy on the Couch Membership Community — your home for grief and trauma consultation and professional growth. Inside you'll find a monthly consultation group, monthly NBCC CE training, course modules, resource kits, and a community that holds space…
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