In this powerful episode of Holding Space, Dr. Christopher Barker explores the lifelong impact of trauma and how it shapes our mental health, relationships, and sense of self. Drawing from his clinical experience and supervision discussions, Dr. Barker emphasizes that it’s never too late to heal — whether you’re 20 or 80.

He unpacks how unresolved trauma can act like a “virus” in the mind, subtly rewriting your self-perception and life choices. Through the lens of trauma-informed therapy and EMDR, he explains how revisiting painful memories can help rewrite limiting beliefs like “I’m worthless” or “I’m helpless,” allowing for renewal and transformation at any age.

Listeners will gain insight into:

• Why healing past trauma remains essential, no matter your age
• How trauma influences identity, confidence, and life decisions
• The process of reframing negative self-beliefs through therapy
• How EMDR helps unlock emotional resilience and self-compassion

Dr. Barker reminds us that mental health recovery is always possible — healing can begin today.

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