In this season finale, Frank and Matthias explore how everyday experiences and rituals contribute to healing from trauma, one small gesture at a time. They discuss when professional help is essential and how accessible and simple the healing process can be. This episode wraps up our core discussions on Season 1 of Healing Trauma. Join us next season, launching in Spring 2025, when we’ll be joined by a remarkable lineup of experts, including Gabor Maté, Nicole LePera, and David Kessler, to delve even deeper into trauma and healing. Learn more about the Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Institute. Use the code SP-Healing when reaching out to [email protected] for 10% off tuition rates. Join the Institute:Trauma Institute: @traumainstitute | traumainstitute.comFrank Anderson: @frank_andersonmd | frankandersonmd.comMatthias Barker: @matthiasjbarker | matthiasjbarker.com
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Can You Inherit Trauma?
In this episode, Frank and Matthias explore the idea that trauma can be passed down from parents to children. They discuss how both genetics and the family environment play a role in this process. The conversation covers how messages and behaviors from parents and grandparents can affect a person’s stress levels and reactions, even if the person didn't directly experience the trauma themselves. Frank and Matthias explain how trauma can change the way genes work and how these changes can be inherited.Upcoming events:Learn more about Tender Hearts with David KesslerLearn more about Treating Trauma with the Integrative Relationship Therapy Approach featuring Tammy NelsonJoin the Institute:Trauma Institute: @traumainstitute | traumainstitute.comFrank Anderson: @frank_andersonmd | frankandersonmd.comMatthias Barker: @matthiasjbarker | matthiasjbarker.com
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Healing Generational Trauma
In this heartfelt episode, Dr. Frank Anderson is joined by his son, Logan, they share an honest conversation about the impact of trauma on their relationship. Logan reflects on recently understanding his father's trauma history and how it reshaped his view of childhood. Frank discusses the pain of recognizing his past's influence on his parenting and the guilt he felt for his reactions.Join us for this powerful episode as Frank and Logan discuss the transformative power of understanding and building a stronger, more loving relationship. If you find this episode moving, please leave us a 5-star review and share it with others!Find Frank's book, To Be Loved, hereJoin the Institute:Trauma Institute: @traumainstitute | traumainstitute.comFrank Anderson: @frank_andersonmd | frankandersonmd.comMatthias Barker: @matthiasjbarker | matthiasjbarker.com
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How Do You Erase or Change Memories?
In this episode, we tackle a common and heart-wrenching question from trauma survivors: "How can I erase painful memories?" We dive into the science and philosophy behind memory alteration, exploring the natural instinct to avoid distressing memories and the consequences of such avoidance. We discuss therapeutic approaches like memory reconsolidation, which aims to change the emotional impact of traumatic memories, and the limitations of methods like extinction. With references to experts like Joseph LeDoux and Steve Hayes, we offer insights into the complexities of healing from trauma.Upcoming events:Join David Kessler for his free online series on Father's Day GriefJoin the Polyvagal Institue for their free webinar, Rising in Resilience with Jessica ConwayLearn more about Linda Thai Learn more about Therapist.comJoin the Institute:Trauma Institute: @traumainstitute | traumainstitute.comFrank Anderson: @frank_andersonmd | frankandersonmd.comMatthias Barker: @matthiasjbarker | matthiasjbarker.com
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Transforming Trauma: The 3rd Step of Trauma Healing
In this episode of the Healing Trauma podcast, Frank and Matthias explore the third step in the healing process: transforming trauma. They discuss the importance of witnessing and understanding trauma held in the body, mind, and emotions, and how to correct and release it. By sharing their experiences and those of their clients, they aim to make the often ambiguous process of healing more tangible. Join them as they break down the three key steps: sharing the experience, having a corrective experience, and releasing what no longer serves. This episode offers practical insights and compassionate guidance for anyone on a journey to heal from trauma.Learn more about Paul Denniston & Grief Yoga. Upcoming events:Join us at the Trauma You Can't Remember on May 27th!Join the Institute:Trauma Institute: @traumainstitute | traumainstitute.comFrank Anderson: @frank_andersonmd | frankandersonmd.comMatthias Barker: @matthiasjbarker | matthiasjbarker.com
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