Today, Jen and Bridger discuss Adaptive Information Processing model (AIP) and how it’s relevant in understanding the effects of trauma. Adaptive Information Processing (AIP) Firstly, AIP is the foundational and theoretical model behind EMDR It looks at our past life experiences and how they are processed in our system. Normal experiences tend
Listen in to hear Jen, Melissa and Bridger discuss the significance of attachment and its effect on nervous system development. If you haven’t already, check out our previous episode! How does our culture experience/ think of attachment? It is discussed as a current romantic relationship “I’m not looking to get attached.” It
In this episode, we take the information from previous episodes on the triune brain and the two hemispheres and look beyond the brain by discussing the nervous system as a whole. In our culture, we tend to place a division between our mind and our bodies. Tend to think mental health therapist
In this episode, we discuss the two hemispheres of the human brain and its relevance in the discussion of the impact of trauma. What we know about the left and right hemispheres of the brain: “Left-brained personality” versus “right-brained personality” There’s an overemphasis on the differences and the divide between the two
In this episode, we will continue our discussion on the parts and development of the brain, focusing on how the brain responds to trauma. What is trauma? Anything that is too much too soon, too much for too long, or too little for too long. How do traumatic experiences shape the development
In this episode, we are going to discuss the developmental process of the brain, focusing on how our unique experiences shape the development of the brain. Join our patreon! Our brain is shaped by our experiences Our brains develop in an experience-dependent way. We need various interactions and experiences for the
Listen in to hear Jen, Melissa and Bridger reflect on season one and announce their intentions of season two of Beyond Trauma. Join our patreon for mental health resources and to support our podcast! www.patreon.com/beyondtraumapodcast What was the original intent of Beyond Trauma? We felt that when talking to therapists, there was
Listen in to hear Jen, Melissa and Bridger discuss the concept of post-traumatic growth and how this understanding can help you through your healing journey. What is Post-Traumatic Growth? Post-traumatic growth is a concept that means that you have grown in resiliency and personal emotional strength as a result of healing from
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Listen in as we explore the connections between healing from trauma and close relationships. How does trauma impact our family and relationships? -Struggles with trust: our earlier life experiences shape our nervous systems in a way that may identify intimate relationships as dangerous. This will impact our ability to trust our closest relationships