Best Memory Herman Podcasts (2026)

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Healing Through Community: End of Year Reflection on Transforming Trauma with Brad Kammer and Emily Ruth 32:55

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"We heal not through perfection, but through presence." – Lisa Gillispie, as reflected by Emily Ruth On this special year-end episode of Transforming Trauma, host Emily Ruth welcomes Brad Kammer, LMFT, LPCC, Training Director of the Complex Trauma Training Center, for an intimate conversation on the evolving landscape of trauma therapy practice and…

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Deep Dive - The Many Historical Influences on Christmas: Paganism, Christianity, and Capitalism 32:11

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Where did Christmas really come from — and why do we celebrate it the way we do? In this episode, I explore the many historical influences that shaped Christmas, including pagan winter customs, Roman festivals, Christian theology, evolving traditions, Santa Claus, and the rise of modern consumer culture. The real story isn’t that Christmas was “sto…

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Inside-Out Learning and the SPACE Inner Development Program with CTTC Faculty Brad Kammer, Stefanie Klein, and Marcia Black 46:57

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"[SPACE] is really a dynamic, alive experience… One person even said, "I could keep doing this for the rest of my life." – Marcia Black On this episode of Transforming Trauma, host Emily Ruth reunites with Brad Kammer, Stefanie Klein, and Marcia Black for a heartfelt group reflection on the inaugural year of the SPACE Inner Development Program at t…

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Chill - Christmas Memories 50:45

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Christmas memories, traditions, and the chaos that comes with them. Tricia and Herman talk about music, lights, decorations, parenting, Elf on the Shelf struggles, and the way Christmas feels as both a kid and a parent. A laid-back conversation about nostalgia, family, control, anxiety, and trying to keep the magic alive…

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Deep Dive - My Skeptical Path from Christianity to Agnosticism 41:13

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I was raised Christian, believed deeply, and spent years trying to reconcile faith with logic, morality, and lived experience. In this episode, I walk through how church, doctrine, history, and unanswered questions slowly shifted my beliefs—from certainty to skepticism, and eventually to agnosticism. This isn’t an attack on religion, but an honest …

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Weekly Newsish 12-18-2025 1:22:07

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This weeks Newsish start's with nature - from activity along the Ring of Fire, to a new mold in Chernobyl that may be repairing human's damage. We cover the shooting in Australia and the hero that emerged, discuss the murder of Rob Reiner including the president's response, and break down the Diddy doc and 50 Cent's petty aftermath. We touch on the…

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Chill - My Life as a Reader: Goosebumps to Cosmere 50:45

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Reading has been a constant in my life and an important form of entertainment as well a shaping force on who I am. I walk you through my life through what I read and what that's meant for me. I tell you why certain things clicked for me, and how each stage of reading has been different. I tell you about the struggle to focus as an adult, and how ha…

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Bonus - Kids Talking Attack on Titan Season 2 22:25

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This is bonus content featuring my kids talking through Attack on Titan Season 2. We recap what happens, they react to the biggest reveals, and speculate on what it all means - from the Beast Titan's introduction, the Armored and Colossal Titan's Identities, to Ymir, Historia, and the question of where Titans come from. Fair warning, the audio qual…

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Life Interview - Jesse AKA Pinky: Fatherhood, Loss, Regret and Growth 1:07:36

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Jesse, known as Pinky to his friends, opens up about the moments that shaped his life. He lost his father at sixteen, and grew to question God afterwards. He became a father at a young age and tried to live up to his own expectations. Jesse is open about how the pressure of a failing relationship and the fear of losing his son led him to an inciden…

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Weekly Newsish Solo Edition 12-11-2025 40:53

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I walk you through a science lesson with the first set of news stories, renewable energy, AI medicines, and a discovery DEEP underground. Of course I look at the entertainment business news of Warner Brothers Entertainment being bought. I talk about drones contraband into prisons, rise in "silent walking", return of third places (new term to me), g…

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Healing and Recovery from Religious Trauma with Laura Anderson 58:52

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High control religion is rarely one big wound. It is closer to death by a thousand paper cuts that add up to complex trauma for many people."- Laura Anderson On this episode of Transforming Trauma, Emily Ruth welcomes Dr. Laura Anderson for a compassionate exploration of religious trauma, its impacts, and the nuanced paths toward healing. Drawing f…

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Chill - Life Check-in: Jumping on a Trampoline and my Favorite Classroom 35:15

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In this Tuesday Chill, I check in with listeners and revisit two defining parts of my childhood. First, I talk about the “trampoline era” of my life—everything from neighborhood chaos to close calls to the way imagination lived on that tarp. Then I shift to the 4th-grade classroom that helped awaken my love for writing and shaped the way I learned.…

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Deep Dive - The Weights and Joys of the Christmas Season 26:19

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Christmas is a lot. The lights, the movies, the gifts, the pressure, the events, the hosting, the traditions, the Elf on the Shelf judging us silently from a bookshelf he didn’t even ask for. In this Deep Dive, I get into what the season really feels like—the joy, the heaviness, the financial drain, the memories, and the small moments that keep pul…

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Weekly Newsish 12-4-2025 1:11:49

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Volcanoes are going off, Japan is heating park benches with solar power, Temu and Shein are getting sued, New York wants casinos, and Texas polices restrooms. Herman and Tricia are back with Newsish, they try to keep track of Cardi B's relationship chaos, Lily Allen's album about her cheating famous husband drop, NASA asking the public for help, an…

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Life Interview - Jericho: Getting Started on His Second Chance 1:31:04

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Jericho sits down with me to share the story of his life — growing up without a father, witnessing violence in his home, chasing attention as a teenager, falling into drugs, and eventually ending up in prison. What follows is a raw and honest look at the choices he made, the people he hurt, and the moment everything changed for him. He talks about …

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Deep Dive - What I'm Grateful For 35:36

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In this episode, I take a break from society’s issues to reflect on what I’m grateful for — surviving illness, finding stability, raising my kids, the people who shaped me, therapy, and the chance to finally create the life I always wanted. A grounded, personal look at gratitude and the path that led here.…

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Helping Children and Teens Reconnect to their Hearts through NARM® with Kelly Cook 54:41

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"Sometimes children have to disconnect from their hearts just to survive." - Kelly Cook On this episode of Transforming Trauma, host Emily Ruth welcomes school social worker Kelly Cook for an open-hearted exploration of healing and connection with children, teens, and families facing adversity. Kelly shares how her lifelong sensitivity to those on …

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Chill - Multi-Generational Memories: Mother and Daughter 1:00:45

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A one time special release of a Wednesday Chill due to the holiday week. I have a two chapter one for you today. First I interview my niece Bekka to get a snapshot view of her world. We talk about her favorite movies and games, her hopes for the future, and how she feels about going to middle school somewhat soon. Then my sister shares the story of…

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Chill - Thanksgiving Through the Years 20:37

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Thanksgiving hasn’t always looked the same in my life. From childhood gluttony and parade mornings… to quiet teen years… to loud found-family chaos… to hosting and cooking with my kids — every era has changed what the holiday means to me. In this Tuesday Chill, I walk through all the versions of Thanksgiving I’ve lived, and what this year means now…

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Deep Dive - Public Schools Beautiful Promise, and the System that Prevents it 48:26

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Public schools carry a beautiful promise: a safe place where every child can learn, grow, and be cared for. In this episode, I talk about what schools are meant to be, what they actually provide, and how hard educators work to hold everything together despite curriculum mandates, flawed testing, political interference, and chronic underfunding. Thi…

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Not Newsish - Mini Preview (I'm Sick) 4:50

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I'm feeling sick this week, being a father of three with a chronic illness caught me on this one. Instead of trying to force a low quality Newsish, I made this to give you a recap of my situation but to mainly talk to you about what's to come. I'll preview this week's Deep Dive and tell you all about Thanksgiving week plans. Enjoy it While it Lasts…

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Chill - Nico's Gone!....Luka's not back 28:48

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Nico is gone… but Luka still isn’t coming back. Today I talk about how the Luka trade broke my connection to the Mavs, how deeply basketball shaped my identity, why ownership still feels like the real problem, and what it’s been like to lose the joy of a sport I once lived for.By Hermanfouse

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Deep Dive - Mission Statement: What do I mean by, Enjoy it While it Lasts? 21:34

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Enjoy it While it Lasts isn’t just the name of this show — it’s the philosophy I built my life around. In this Deep Dive, I break down why I call myself a “realistic optimist.” I look straight at the harsh truths most people try to ignore — division, fear, helplessness — but I also talk about how I found peace, purpose, and joy by focusing on the s…

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Weekly Newsish 11-13-2025 1:17:05

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Today's Weekly Newsish features updates about the government shutdown, including a surprising impact on Texas THC consumables. Then, Giant underground spiderweb where different species have found harmony, incurable brain cancer cured, McRib is back in DFW and the best news of all, Nico Harrison is out as the Mavs GM! Everything is great! Well excep…

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Harnessing Implicit Memory for Trauma Healing with Dr. Abi Blakeslee 1:01:17

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"Trauma can be a gateway for transformation, and it's one of the things that I am passionate about." – Abi Blakeslee On this episode of Transforming Trauma, host Emily Ruth sits down with Dr. Abi Blakeslee, a leader in the field of trauma recovery and somatic psychology recognized for her clinical research and teaching. Dr. Blakeslee shares her dee…

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Celebrating Agency, Therapist Self-Care, and the new NARM Workbook with Brad Kammer, CTTC Training Director 34:25

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"Our greatest hope is that NARM® can lead to increasing opportunities for connection, healing, and transformation." - Brad Kammer On this episode of Transforming Trauma, Stephanie Klein is joined by Brad Kammer, Training Director at the Complex Trauma Training Center, to discuss the newly released workbook for healing developmental trauma—an access…

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Beyond Disorder: Redefining Identity, Meaning, and Healing with Dr. David Puder 1:37:25

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"The work we do is meaningful, sometimes difficult, but it's the best work to do." - Dr. David Puder On this episode of Transforming Trauma, Emily Ruth welcomes psychiatrist and psychotherapist Dr. David Puder to explore the clinical realities of complex trauma and the slow, often gritty path toward healing. Drawing on decades of hospital and outpa…

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Episode 25: Dottie Herman - CEO of Douglas Elliman 1:17:16

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In this episode, Frances Katzen sits down with Dottie Herman, CEO of Douglas Elliman and one of the most influential figures in real estate. A true industry powerhouse, Dottie shares sharp insights on building and leading a top-tier national brokerage, navigating growth in competitive markets, and setting new standards for leadership. As a woman wh…

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Honoring Resistance: The Wisdom of Defenses in Somatic & Hakomi-Informed Trauma Healing with Shai Lavie, LMFT 53:13

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Trauma isn't just an event—it's a complex, living pattern woven through our bodies, minds, and relationships. What if the path to healing isn't about breaking down defenses or pushing past resistance, but about honoring those very protections as parts of our whole self? Shai Lavie's journey illuminates this radical shift. As a Hakomi and Somatic Ex…

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How Activism Helps Us Recover From Trauma With Dr. Judith Herman 35:17

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Chances are, you may be familiar with Dr. Judith Lewis Herman, the legendary psychiatrist, researcher, teacher, and author. Five decades into her esteemed career, Dr. Herman continues to produce innovative work in sexual trauma and Complex PTSD. But you might not know Judith Herman, the daughter, mother, grandmother, and activist. On this episode o…

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Integrating Jungian Psychology and NARM with Megan Holm, LMFT 40:33

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At the core of Jungian psychology lies the concept of individuation, a lifelong journey of growing into one's whole self. It's a process of self-discovery that can feel both inspiring and challenging as each layer of inauthenticity or protective strategy surfaces, then sloughs away. One therapist combines her Jungian background with NARM's spirit o…

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Viktor Frankl's Legacy of Self-Transcendence with Alexander Vesely 51:47

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On this episode of Transforming Trauma, host Emily Ruth invites Alexander Vesely, award-winning documentary filmmaker, psychotherapist, and the grandson of Dr. Viktor Frankl, to share anecdotes about his grandfather and the evolution of Logotherapy. The pair recalls Viktor's deportation to a Nazi concentration camp and his heartbreaking experiences…

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Therapist Origin Story Series with Brad Kammer, CTTC Training Director & Faculty 57:19

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In this special Transforming Trauma series, we will be exploring the "origin stories" of influential therapists. These episodes offer a rare opportunity to peek behind the curtain and understand what inspired these therapists to pursue healing work, and how they have brought their life experiences into their professional work, impacting and inspiri…

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Therapist Origin Story Series with Marcia Black, CTTC Faculty 50:27

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In this special Transforming Trauma series, we are exploring the "origin stories" of influential therapists. These episodes offer a rare opportunity to peek behind the curtain and understand what inspired these therapists to pursue healing work - and how they have brought their life experiences into their professional work, impacting and inspiring …

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Therapist Origin Story Series with Stefanie Klein, CTTC Faculty 40:31

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In this special Transforming Trauma series, we will be exploring the "origin stories" of influential therapists. These episodes offer a rare opportunity to peek behind the curtain and understand what inspired these therapists to pursue healing work - and how they have brought their life experiences into their professional work, impacting and inspir…

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Episode 24: Dylan Pichulik - Chief Executive Officer at XL Real Property Management 47:14

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Frances Katzen sets out to demystify the world of property management and tackle the stigma that often surrounds it. In this exclusive conversation with Dylan Pichulik, CEO of XL Real Property Management, they explore the true value proposition of effective property management. From navigating day-to-day operations to managing costs and expectation…

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Integrating NARM Into Meditation Spaces with Alli Malnik 45:22

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Meditation is a practice that intimidates many people. Silence, coupled with the act of observing rather than acting, often evokes emotions such as despair and loneliness. But what if we applied the NeuroAffective Relational Model (NARM©) to the experience of meditative silence? On this episode of Transforming Trauma, host Emily Ruth is in conversa…

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Bridging Graduate School and Depth Oriented Therapy with Caleb McNaughton 46:51

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Many graduate students in psychology, counseling, and social work struggle to find their theoretical and clinical footing. As graduate students get closer to graduation, many feel under-prepared and ill-equipped to provide effective therapy to clients. Despite the differences between training in a depth-oriented model like NARM and studying traditi…

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Reclaiming Life for Women After Prison with Samantha Garcia Pennell, Arouet Foundation 43:32

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For women exiting the US correctional system, support is limited while the hurdles set in front of them seem endless. The post-carceral ecosystem is changing, however, bolstered by nonprofits that elevate rather than penalize people for their time served. On this episode of Transforming Trauma, host Emily Ruth welcomes Samantha Garcia Pennell, Mana…

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Self-Discovery as a NARM Therapist with Alex White & Sabrena Ness 46:03

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While most clinicians are seeking effective clinical skills to bring back to their clients, NARM® therapists are often surprised to experience such profound personal transformation for themselves through training in NARM. In learning more about themselves and their own healing process, the result is a better understanding of their client's healing …

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No Bad Parts and the Self in Healing with Dr. Richard Schwartz, Internal Family Systems 48:36

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Many of us hold the convenient belief that we possess a single identity. Dr. Richard Schwartz began challenging the flatness of that assumption in the early 1980s. His curiosity led to the creation of the Internal Family Systems Model (IFS), which recognizes the role of internal "parts" or subpersonalities that resemble a family structure. Forty ye…

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From the Cult of NXIVM to "The Narcissist's Playbook" with Filmmaker Mark Vicente 52:06

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Narcissists have a canny ability to repackage traits like arrogance, self-importance, and a lack of empathy and sell them as charm, intelligence, or sensitivity. This "playbook" of calculated behaviors allows them to avoid detection and continue manipulating close relations or entire groups. On this episode of Transforming Trauma, CTTC Director and…

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Letting Go of Shame That Isn't Yours with Dr. Laurence Heller 53:51

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For all its popularity as a talking point, shame remains one of the least-documented human emotions. On this episode of Transforming Trauma, host Emily Ruth is pleased to welcome back Dr. Laurence Heller, Ph.D., author, international trainer, and creator of the NeuroAffective Relational Model® (NARM®). The pair discuss the psychology of shame and i…

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The Benefits of Integrating Spirituality and Mental Health with Dr. David Rosmarin 35:29

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For many mental health professionals, exploration into a client's relationship with spirituality is often left out or actively avoided. Could honest and open discussions about a client's spiritual perspective help them reconnect to themselves and others while also alleviating their symptoms of stress, anxiety, and depression? On this episode of Tra…

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How to Trust Your Inner Voice and Transcend Shame and Self-Doubt with Dr. Samra Zafar 43:39

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One of the many consequences of complex trauma is a loss of self-confidence leading to self-doubt and difficulty trusting in one's intuition. On this episode of Transforming Trauma, host Emily Ruth invites international speaker, author, and resident psychiatrist Dr. Samra Zafar to share her inspirational journey from an isolated teen bride to a cou…

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Allowing the Real Self to Emerge with William Griffith, The International Masterson Institute 43:20

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Within psychology, there is an ongoing debate about the relationship between complex trauma and personality. Developed by Dr. James Masterson, the Masterson Approach focuses on the development of personality, and introduced innovative treatment for schizoid, narcissistic and borderline personality disorders. On this episode of Transforming Trauma, …

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Humanizing the Trans Experience with Brianna Wu of Dollcast 48:17

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Living an authentic life has always required a fair amount of courage. But the online world has created an environment in which targeted intimidation and persecution are accepted, and even encouraged too often. Virtual bullying is especially vicious when directed at folks with marginalized identities. One woman has worked hard to thrive online and …

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Creating Healthier Relationships by Identifying Your Personality Patterns with Steven Kessler 51:27

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On this episode of Transforming Trauma, CTTC Director and NARM® Senior Trainer Brad Kammer welcomes psychologist, author, and trainer Steven Kessler, MFT, to discuss the role that personality patterns play in our communication styles and how those patterns impact our relationships. The pair delve into the origins of these patterns and the unconscio…

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Finding Belonging in the Heart of Grief with Karen Ihrig 47:15

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Grief is a natural response to loss that all of us will encounter. For all its universality, however, our society has grown increasingly grief-adverse and avoidant. One grief specialist relies on her NARM® training to reacquaint clients with their agency. In doing so, she invites their sorrow to coexist with curiosity, compassion, and gentleness. O…

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How Relating to Ourselves as Complex Humans Makes us Better Therapists with Lisa Gillispie, NARM Master Therapist and CTTC Lead Training Assistant 44:13

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Connection and healing often happen amid our messiest, most vulnerable moments. The rawness of our experiences can create the space we need to welcome a new way of living, loving, and even learning. One clinical counselor has witnessed this truth repeatedly throughout her multifaceted career and personal life. Her ability to stay with discomfort an…