đď¸ Episode 154 of The Macro Perspective: âA Catalyst for Healingâ with Maria Lloyd
In this powerful conversation, Seamus, Marcos, and licensed marriage & family therapist Maria Lloyd explore cutting-edge approaches to mental health. They unpack the impact of attachment styles, the profound mind-body connection in trauma, and the emerging role of ketamine-assisted therapyâall thoughtfully integrated with mindfulness and intentional guidance.
Key Takeaways:
𧊠Attachment styles shape how we relateâand learning them can transform relationship dynamics đ§ Trauma leaves imprints on both the body and mind; true healing goes deeper than talk therapy đ§ Ketamine-assisted psychotherapy, paired with mindful integration, offers real breakthroughs for depression and trauma đĄď¸ Safe, guided therapeutic environments are essential for navigating psychedelic experiences
This episode isnât a quick fixâitâs an invitation to commit to your healing journey, explore trauma with courage, and build real connection.
#therapy #family #marriageadvice #mentalhealth #ketaminetherapyÂ
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ChaptersÂ
(00:00) Introduction to Mental Health and Therapy
(01:37) Evolving Perspectives on Mental Health
(03:21) Understanding Attachment Styles
(06:58) Exploring Disorganized Attachment
(08:42) The Importance of Individual Work in Relationships (12:24) The Role of Ketamine in Therapy
(16:53) KetamineâAssisted Psychotherapy Explained
(27:45) Integrating Ketamine Therapy with Mindfulness
(29:44) Understanding Dissociation and Psychedelic Experiences
(34:04) The Role of Neuroplasticity in Healing
(35:57) The Importance of Guidance in Psychedelic Use
(41:14) Navigating Trauma and Protective Mechanisms
(48:40) Emotional Responses and Body Sensations
(50:44) The Unexpected ChokeâOut Experience
(52:14) Exploring Panic and Trauma
(53:35) The Connection Between Control and Anxiety
(55:43) Navigating Safe Spaces in Therapy
(57:39) The Role of Guided Therapy
(59:32) The Power of Psychedelics in Healing
(01:01:42) Building Safe Therapeutic Relationships
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About Maria Lloyd:
Licensed as a Marriage and Family Therapist since 2001, Maria Lloyd has worked with a diverse range of clients. Based in Mission Viejo, CA, she specializes in trauma processing and healing attachment wounds, helping individuals discover their true selves. Maria earned her B.S. from UC Davis in 1994 and a Master's from Fuller School of Psychology in 1998.Maria believes that healing isnât about perfectionâitâs about permission. Permission to feel. To question. To grow. To take up space in your own life.Clients often find Maria when theyâre standing at a turning pointâexhausted by old patterns, unsure of the next step, but deeply aware that something has to shift. Mariaâs work centers around helping individuals reconnect with their inner truth and reclaim the parts of themselves theyâve silenced for too long.Therapy with Maria isnât about becoming someone newâitâs about coming home to who youâve always been.
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You can find Maria here:
https://www.instagram.com/catalystforhealingpodcast
https://www.youtube.com/@CatalystforHealingPodcast
https://catalystforhealing.com/
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The Macro Perspective is hosted by Marcos Rivera and Seamus Sullivan, and was born from a simple but powerful mission: to help people take ownership of their health and lives.
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