In this episode, I talk about vicarious trauma and its similarities to burnout. I will cover what vicarious trauma is, symptoms, and real-life examples of vicarious trauma in helping professionals. I’ll also share the importance of recognizing and addressing vicarious trauma to prevent the development of chronic PTSD. I’ll discuss systemic factors contributing to vicarious trauma and the impact on personal and professional lives. You can look forward to future episodes, where I will share strategies for alleviating vicarious trauma and fostering community support.
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00:00 — Intro
00:12 — Connecting with Survivor-Focused Content
01:16 — Understanding Vicarious Trauma
06:11 — Symptoms of Vicarious Trauma
08:40 — Impact on Personal and Professional Life
10:32 — Managing Vicarious Trauma
16:24 — AD: Fall Workshops
28:10 — Challenges in the Helping Profession
30:59 — Survivor Therapists and Vicarious Trauma
33:59 — Conclusion and Future Content
Topics/Triggers:
· Vicarious Trauma
· Burnout
· Sexual Abuse
· Trauma Focused CBT
· PTSD
· Child Sexual Abuse
· Trauma Experience
· Trauma Memory
· Helplessness and Hopelessness
· Addictions
· Sexual Assault
· Rape
· Stalking
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