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How We Can HealTrauma, Dissociation & Hypnosis with Dr. David SpiegelDr. David Spiegel, Wilson Professor at Stanford University School of Medicine, brings over 40 years of expertise in trauma, hypnosis, and mind-body medicine to this fascinating conversation. Drawing from decades of scientific research, Dr. Spiegel reveals how hypnosis serves as "controlled dissociation," offering a powerful pathway for trauma recovery by allowing people to revisit difficult experiences while maintaining physical comfort.The conversation takes us deep into the neuroscience of trauma and healing. Dr. Spiegel shares remarkable findings from brain imaging studies showing how hypnosis actually turns down activity in the brain's alarm system and reduces self-judgment, creating space...2025-06-301h 04How We Can HealDecolonizing Trauma Healing with Dr. Laura BrownSeason 5 of the How We Can Heal Podcast is sponsored by SimplePractice.If you want to simplify the business side of your work, I highly recommend Simple Practice! Right now they’re offering a special 7-day free trial with 70% off your first 4 months for How We Can Heal listeners.Go to https://www.simplepractice.com/howwecanheal to take advantage of this offer today!-----This episode is also sponsored by the International Society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation (ISSTD). The International Soci...2025-06-231h 12How We Can HealAttachment, Avoidance and the Path to Healing with Dr. Robert MullerSeason 5 of the How We Can Heal Podcast is sponsored by SimplePractice.If you want to simplify the business side of your work, I highly recommend Simple Practice! Right now they’re offering a special 7-day free trial with 70% off your first 4 months for How We Can Heal listeners.Go to https://www.simplepractice.com/howwecanheal to take advantage of this offer today!-----This episode is also sponsored by the International Society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation (ISSTD). The International Society for the...2025-06-161h 05How We Can HealFinding Connection & Joy After Losing a Child with Anna Ratnathicam Diab – in Memory of Carolina DiabFacing the unimaginable pain of losing a child, Anna Ratnathicam Diab opens her heart to share the story of her daughter Carolina, who passed away suddenly at age 11 during a family trip to Uganda in 2019. What unfolds is a raw, honest conversation about navigating grief's unpredictable terrain and finding meaningful ways to honor a child's memory.Anna vividly recalls Carolina's vibrant personality—her love of bright colors, her notorious sweet tooth, and her habit of wearing "pattern on pattern on pattern" that made her mother chuckle. When describing the day Carolina died after complaining of a headache, An...2025-06-0954 minHow We Can HealThe Yoga of Parenting: Caring for Yourself While Caring for OthersAward-winning author of "The Yoga of Parenting," Sarah Ezrin shares how yoga philosophy provides a framework for navigating parenthood's chaos with grace and self-compassion. The yoga practice she once knew - with its hours on the mat and meditation cushion - has transformed into what she calls "yoga snacks": micro-moments of mindfulness chosen throughout her day. These might look like lighting a favorite candle amid dinner preparation madness, taking five deep breaths during an argument between her sons, or remaining calm enough to give herself the Heimlich maneuver while the kids continue playing, oblivious to her distress.2025-06-021h 07How We Can HealHealing After Birth: Reimagining Your Body & Brain Through ParenthoodWhat if the transformation into parenthood isn't just about survival, but offers a unique window of opportunity for profound growth? In this illuminating conversation, classical singer and Alexander Technique practitioner Madison Smith challenges the harmful notion that we should "bounce back" after childbirth, offering instead a revolutionary perspective on the neurological shifts that occur during this major life transition."Your body's not coming back, and I don't say that negatively," Madison explains. "Your body has moved beyond what was available prior." Drawing from her extensive background in voice, movement, and somatics, Madison explores how our brains physically...2025-05-2656 minHow We Can HealThe Lost History of Women's Sports – And Why It Matters Today with Dr. Diane WilliamsWhat if sports were designed around athlete wellbeing instead of profit? In this eye-opening conversation, Dr. Diane Williams shares the buried history of the Association for Intercollegiate Athletics for Women (AIAW), an organization that flourished in the 1970s and early 1980s with a radical vision for collegiate athletics centered on education and student development.Dr. Williams, a professor of kinesiology at McDaniel College and former NCAA All-American athlete, reveals how this women-led organization created a completely different approach to sports governance than the male-dominated NCAA. With her interdisciplinary background in American Studies, Sports Studies, and Gender Studies...2025-05-1956 minHow We Can HealThe Other Kenyan: Bringing Community Care from Cali to Kenya – with Nyobugi OkulloWhat happens when a casual curiosity about trail running transforms into a life-changing journey of service? Bugi's remarkable story unfolds as she recounts her evolution from a nervous first-timer at a Brazen Racing event to becoming "the other Kenyan" – an ultra runner who now feeds 42 children daily through her foundation in rural Kenya.The magic of the trail running community shines throughout this conversation as Bugi describes finding her people through those long, vulnerable hours spent traversing mountains together. "When you spend six or seven hours with someone, you become real," she explains, highlighting how these connections su...2025-05-1256 minHow We Can HealHealing from Cancer and Finding Connection on the Trails with Todd GliedenThis episode is sponsored by Ultrasignup, the leading marketplace for discovering, registering, and managing trail running events across the United States. With a mission to promote the spirit of trail running and outdoor adventure, UltraSignup hosts a diverse range of races and events. When you visit Ultrasignup.com you’ll find over 5000 events – about half of which are NOT ultra-distance. You’ll also find stories highlighting runners, race directors, training tips, running destinations, and the growth of the sport in their weekly newsletter and online magazine. Visit https://ultrasignup.com/ to explore the possibilities and plan your n...2025-05-051h 01How We Can HealBody, Mind, Trail: Lucja Leonard's Journey to 300 MilesLucja Leonard's journey from forging sick notes to avoid PE class to completing a 300-mile ultramarathon across the Arizona desert reveals the transformative power of pushing beyond perceived limits. Just five days after finishing this monumental race, Lucja shares how she navigated extreme sleep deprivation, 90-degree heat, and those inevitable moments where every life decision is questioned.The conversation dives deep into what pulls someone toward such extreme challenges. For Lucja, it's the extraordinary process of breaking down completely—reaching points of vulnerability and suffering—then rebuilding herself stronger than before. This cycle of breakdown and renewal has...2025-04-281h 04How We Can HealFinding Healing–and Gobi–on the Trail with Ultra Marathon Runner Dion LeonardDion Leonard's life changed forever when a small dog joined him for 80 miles of a grueling 155-mile ultra-marathon across the Gobi Desert in China. Their story of connection, separation, and eventual reunion became a New York Times bestseller, but behind this heartwarming tale lies an equally powerful journey of personal healing.Before becoming a world-class endurance athlete, Dion was a pack-a-day smoker who couldn't run around the block. His transformation began with a drunken bet about a half marathon, fueled by the same determination that would later help him complete some of the world's most challenging races...2025-04-211h 01How We Can HealShock Before Trauma: The Science of Deep Brain ReorientingDr. Frank Corrigan joins us to share his groundbreaking approach to trauma healing called Deep Brain Reorienting (DBR). With his melodious Scottish accent and over 30 years of experience as a Consultant Psychiatrist in Scotland's National Health Service, Frank explains how his quest to help severely traumatized patients led to this innovative method that addresses trauma at its deepest neurobiological roots.The magic of DBR lies in its focus on a critical moment most approaches miss – the milliseconds of "shock" that occur in the brainstem before emotions like fear, rage or shame ever emerge. Frank walks us through ho...2025-04-141h 06How We Can HealHow We Can Heal Podcast – Season 5 – Coming April 14th!Welcome back to the How We Can Heal Podcast! Season 5 is coming April 14th With new episodes dropping every Monday. You've probably heard the saying, "time heals all wounds," and while healing often does take time, there are other elements and skills that can support the process. This season we'll focus on those moments, choices, and approaches that help us choose and experience healing. In addition to highlighting the voices of stellar clinicians and mental health professionals this season, you'll also hear personal journeys of healing and how different people at very di...2025-04-0904 min
The Trauma TherapistGuest Host: Lisa Danylchuk, LMFT interviews Jennifer M. Gómez, Ph.D. on Cultural Betrayal Trauma TheoryLisa Danylchuk, LMFT, E-RYT, is a licensed psychotherapist and founder of The Center for Yoga and Trauma Recovery. A graduate of UCLA and Harvard University, her work has pioneered the field of trauma-informed yoga and transformed our understanding of embodiment practices in therapeutic work. She has written 3 books, most recently Yoga for Trauma Recovery. She created the Yoga for Trauma Online Training Program, the first online training in trauma-informed yoga, and she hosts the How We Can Heal Podcast, featuring interviews with leaders in trauma, dissociation and healing. Listen in and learn more at https://howwecanheal.com.Lisa...2024-11-0522 minHow We Can HealHealing the Cultural Betrayal of Black Women & Girls: Bringing the Dreamstorm to Life Healing the Cultural Betrayal of Black Women & Girls: Bringing the Dreamstorm to Life In this episode of the How We Can Heal podcast, host Lisa Danylchuk speaks with Dr. Jennifer Gomez about cultural betrayal trauma, particularly in the context of black women and girls. This in-depth discussion explores the complexities of holding perpetrators accountable, transforming cultural expectations, and the importance of small wins in the healing process. Dr. Gomez also shares insights from her recent book, 'The Cultural Betrayal of Black Women and Girls: A Black Feminist Approach to Healing from Sexual Abuse,' and her collaborative wo...2024-09-1659 minHow We Can HealBehind the Scenes Conversations with Dr. Kathleen Kendall TackettBEHIND THE SCENES CONVERSATIONS WITH DR. KATHLEEN KENDALL-TACKETTIn this behind-the-scenes episode of the 'How We Can Heal' podcast, psychotherapist Lisa Danylchuk welcomes health psychologist Dr. Kathleen Kendall-Tackett, an expert in women's health, trauma, and maternal mental health. They delve deep into the science and practical interventions to support mothers, highlighting Dr. Kendall-Tackett's extensive research and recent publications. The episode covers the significance of community support, the impact of stress on breastfeeding, and the importance of secure attachment. Listeners gain insights into practical ways to foster maternal mental health and resilience in the face of trauma.2024-09-0954 minHow We Can HealPsychoneuroimmunology, Depression and Maternal Mental Health with Dr. Kathleen Kendall TackettPsychoneuroimmunology, Depression and Maternal Mental Health with Dr. Kathleen Kendall TackettIn this episode of the How We Can Heal podcast, psychotherapist Lisa Danylchuk engages in an insightful discussion with Dr. Kathleen Kendall Tackett, a health psychologist expert in women's health. The conversation delves into Dr. Kendall Tackett's research on breastfeeding, maternal mental health, and postpartum depression. Key topics include psychoneuroimmunology, oxytocin's role in stress regulation, and practical guidance for new mothers. The episode also addresses the essential need for social support systems, inadequacies in U.S. parental leave policies, and community-driven support within African American communities...2024-09-021h 08How We Can HealThe Neuroscience of Trauma and Dissociation with Dr. Lauren LeboisTHE NEUROSCIENCE OF TRAUMA AND DISSOCIATION WITH DR. LAUREN LEBOIS In this episode of the How We Can Heal podcast, host Lisa Danylchuk welcomes Dr. Lauren Lebois, a cognitive neuroscientist specializing in trauma and dissociation. They discuss the neurobiology of PTSD, dissociation, and DID, highlighting key brain regions and their functions. Dr. Lebois shares insights from her research, the importance of neuroplasticity, and the vital role of repair in healing. They also delve into indigenous perspectives on trauma and the upcoming DID course at Harvard. The episode captures the complexity of trauma recovery and emphasizes the t...2024-08-2655 minHow We Can HealTraumatic Narcissism and Cult Dynamics With Dan ShawTraumatic Narcissism and Cult Dynamics With Dan Shaw In this episode of the How We Can Heal Podcast, host Lisa Danylchuk welcomes Daniel Shaw, a psychotherapist trained in psychoanalysis and trauma-informed therapies, to discuss traumatic narcissism and cult dynamics. Daniel shares his personal journey from being an actor early in life to becoming a member of what he discovered over time was a spiritual cult. Today he shares how these experiences spurred his interest in trauma, and why he coined the term "traumatizing narcissist". He elaborates on the behaviors and characteristics of traumatizing narcissists, the impact on...2024-08-191h 00How We Can HealSecular Spirituality and Healing From Religious Trauma with Britt HartleySecular Spirituality and Healing From Religious Trauma with Britt HartleyIn this episode of the How We Can Heal podcast, host Lisa Danylchuk interviews Britt Hartley, a secular spiritual director and author of 'No Nonsense Spirituality.' Britt shares her journey from Mormonism, explores the concept of spirituality without dogma, and emphasizes the importance of connection, presence, and personal rituals in daily life. They discuss how spiritual practices can be integrated into everyday activities, creating meaning and intentional living. Listeners are invited to explore personalized spiritual paths and the balance between masculine and feminine energies in...2024-08-121h 01How We Can HealMentalizing For Healing, Connection & Growth with Janne Øestergaard HagelquistMentalizing For Healing, Connection & Growth with Janne Øestergaard HagelquistIn this episode of the How We Can Heal podcast, host Lisa Danylchuk welcomes Janne Øestergaard Hagelquist, a licensed psychologist from Denmark, to discuss trauma treatment and mentalization. Janne shares her professional journey and experience in working with children, adolescents, and families affected by neglect, abuse, and violence. The conversation explores the mentalization theory, trauma recovery, and its practical application with various groups, including those on the autism spectrum. They delve into the significance of empathizing with others, the challenges of working in trauma recovery, and how fostering a...2024-08-0557 minHow We Can HealLeading & Healing with Dignity with Dr. Donna HicksLEADING & HEALING WITH DIGNITY WITH DR. DONNA HICKS In this episode of the How We Can Heal podcast, host and psychotherapist Lisa Danylchuk delves into a rich conversation with Dr. Donna Hicks, the Harvard psychologist who operationalized and popularized the concept of dignity. This episode explores Dr. Hicks' impactful work in international conflict resolution, how she arrived at her 10 elements of dignity, and how to identify and address dignity violations. Dr. Hicks outlines the profound role dignity plays in healing and how this translates to leadership, including practical applications for creating a culture that fosters he...2024-07-291h 02How We Can HealTrauma & Dissociation Informed Internal Family Systems With Joanne Twombly LICSWTrauma & Dissociation Informed Internal Family Systems With Joanne Twombly LICSWIn this episode of the How We Can Heal podcast, psychotherapist and trauma specialist Lisa Danylchuk continues Season 4 with an insightful conversation featuring guest Joanne Twombly, a seasoned psychotherapist with expertise in complex PTSD and dissociative disorders. They discuss the nuances of trauma treatment and the implications of Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy, touching upon groundbreaking aspects of dissociation, trauma recovery, and the importance of proper diagnosis and treatment methods. 00:00 Introduction to Season Four00:52 Sponsor Acknowledgment and ISSTD Overview02:11 Introducing Joanne Twombly03:45 J...2024-07-221h 09How We Can HealAnti-Racist Psychotherapy & Racial Trauma Recovery with David Archer LMFTAnti-Racist Psychotherapy & Racial Trauma Recovery with David Archer LMFTIn this episode of the How We Can Heal podcast, host Lisa Danylchuk interviews psychotherapist David Archer, a specialist in trauma therapy and an advocate for LGBTQ, Black, Indigenous, and people of color. They delve into David's transformative journey from software engineering to trauma therapy, his development of the rhythm and processing approach, and the philosophy behind his books on anti-racist psychotherapy and healing racial trauma. They discuss the healing power of integrating joy, gratitude, and cultural resources into therapy, and how David's creative remix of therapeutic concepts...2024-07-151h 12How We Can HealDeb Dana LCSW on Polyvagal Theory and Healing Your Nervous SystemDeb Dana LCSW on Polyvagal Theory and Healing Your Nervous SystemIn this episode of the 'How We Can Heal' podcast, host Lisa Danylchuk converses with Deb Dana, an expert in complex trauma, on polyvagal theory's role in trauma resolution. The discussion unpacks the nervous system's hierarchy, neuroception, co-regulation, and practical insights for therapists and clients. Additionally, personal experiences of managing life's transitions are shared, highlighting self-regulation's importance in fostering stability and societal connection. The episode inspires hope and provides resources for trauma recovery and nervous system management.00:00 Introduction to the How We Can Heal...2024-07-081h 18How We Can HealExploring Deep Brain Reorienting and Neurofeedback with Dr. Ruth LaniusExploring Deep Brain Reorienting and Neurofeedback with Dr. Ruth LaniusIn this episode of the 'How We Can Heal' podcast, host Lisa Danylchuk returns from parental leave to engage in an enlightening discussion with Dr. Ruth Lanius, a leading expert in the field of trauma and dissociation. Dr. Lanius explores her groundbreaking work on the neurobiology of PTSD, particularly focusing on Deep Brain Reorienting (DBR) and neurofeedback as therapeutic modalities. She elaborates on how DBR targets the subconscious brain, helping to stabilize emotional responses and improve trauma reactions. Dr. Lanius also shares insights from her studies on...2024-07-0151 minHow We Can HealAnnouncing Season 4Season 4 of the How We Can Heal podcast is coming July 1st!2024-06-2602 minHow We Can HealThoughtful Reflections on Season 3We’ve reached the final episode of season 3. Together with the help of my partner Alex, we’re answering listener questions, recalling some of the most important things we’ve learned from our guests about dissociation and trauma, and discussing some of our favorite moments from the past season. For full transcript: https://howwecanheal.com/podcast/This episode was produced by Bright Sighted Podcasting.2023-06-2936 minHow We Can HealUsing Hypnosis to Heal Trauma, with Wendy LemkeAcross the world, hypnosis is often misunderstood and treated like a gimmick. It’s used for entertainment at shows, overly dramatized in television and movies, and we rarely learn the power it has to help us access our own inner wisdom. Our guest today, Wendy Lemke, has been using hypnosis for decades to support people recovering from trauma in accelerating their healing. Wendy is a licensed psychologist with over 30 years of clinical experience. She now trains, offers consultation, and runs her own practice, Lemke Counseling & Consulting. Wendy is an American Society of Clinical Hypnosis (ASCH) certified approved consultant, an ac...2023-06-131h 03How We Can HealThe Role of Vulnerability & Humanity in Healing, with Guy MacphersonIn the world of trauma recovery you can be an expert, and still find it challenging to navigate your own trauma recovery. In today’s episode Guy Macpherson shares his personal path through earning a doctorate in clinical psychology, treating early psychosis, and sharing expert insights on trauma and healing through his podcast. With all the training and knowledge he has gained, Guy shares that authenticity, connection and “humanness” lay at the heart of healing. He shares how challenging it can be to recognize your own experience of trauma and dissociation. He also shares how, through his own personal experi...2023-06-0648 minHow We Can HealBrain Biomarkers of Dissociative Identity Disorder, with Dr. Simone ReindersWhy is dissociation so hard for even mainstream psychologists to understand? How can we better diagnose Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID). Our guest, Dr. Simone Reinders, helps us explore the answers. Dr. Reinders is a leader and international expert in the neurobiology of dissociation. She was the first to provide evidence that DID is related to early traumatization, and her research has been pivotal in our understanding of it. As a Senior Research Associate & Lecturer at the Department of Psychological Medicine in the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience at King's College London, Dr. Reinders has shown that DID a...2023-05-3053 minHow We Can HealUnderstanding and Treating Dissociation with Kathy SteeleDisassociation comes in different forms and affects people in different ways. Our guest, Kathy Steele, has been treating people suffering from disassociation since the 1980s.Kathy is a Past President and Fellow of the International Society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation (ISSTD), and has also served on the Board of the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies (ISTSS). She even helped develop treatment guidelines for Complex Posttraumatic Stress Disorder.Her vast work has earned her a number of awards, and has led to her becoming a sought-after consultant, supervisor, and international lecturer on...2023-05-2356 minHow We Can HealDreamStorming - Finding Hope & Joy in the face of Cultural Betrayal, with Dr. Jennifer M. GómezCultural betrayal can have a painful impact on entire groups of people, but there are ways to overcome it. In a continuation of a conversation we started with Dr. Jennifer Gómez, we dive into the concept of “DreamStorming”, and explore the bigger picture of cultural, racial, and gender privileges. At the end, just when we thought we were finished, our producer Christine sparks up a passionate debate on how the U.S. Supreme Court's overturning of Roe v. Wade is a powerful example of cultural betrayal for many women. Please listen to our previous episode with Dr. Gómez, i...2023-05-1650 minHow We Can HealThe Importance of Cultural Betrayal Trauma, with Dr. Jennifer M. GómezWe’re going deep on racism and sexual trauma in this episode. We’re also exploring the theory of cultural betrayal, specifically by members of your same race, culture, or even family. Hear how it’s applied to celebrities, politicians, and everyday people. Our guest, Dr. Jennifer Gómez wrote the book on cultural betrayal (literally). Dr. Gómez published groundbreaking work after she developed Cultural Betrayal Trauma Theory as a tool for examining the impacts of discrimination and inequality in the wake of trauma. As an Assistant Professor at Boston University in the Clinical Practice department and as a facult...2023-05-0953 minHow We Can HealWhat Causes Dissociation? Research by Dr. Mary-Anne KateDr. Mary Anne Kate is a researcher specializing in interpersonal trauma, attachment, and post-traumatic disorders. She talks with Lisa about her research paper published in 2021, titled: Childhood Sexual, Emotional, and Physical Abuse as Predictors of Dissociation in Adulthood.Hear how Dr. Kate identified predictors of dissociation in adults, and demonstrated that women who disclosed being sexual abused had a 106-fold risk of clinical levels of dissociation.For her vast amount of work, Dr. Kate was awarded the Chancellor's Doctoral Research Medal from University of New England, and the David Caul Award from the ISSTD for...2023-05-021h 20How We Can HealWhat Works? Studying the Treatment of Dissociative Disorders, with Dr. Bethany BrandDr. Bethany Brand, one of the leading researchers in the world on dissociative disorders, joins Lisa today to discuss her remarkable work in the field of trauma. Dissociative disorders were long thought to be nearly impossible to study or treat, but Dr. Brand’s research is not only debunking common myths but creating tools for therapists and patients to manage dissociation. She tells us about her groundbreaking TOPDD (Treatment of Patients with Dissociative Disorders) Study, how it was developed, ran its extraordinary results, and what research still needs to be done. Lisa and Dr. Brand also discuss the importance of...2023-04-2548 minHow We Can HealEMDR for Complex Trauma and Dissociation, with Michael CoyLicensed Clinical Social Worker and EMDR & complex trauma expert Michael Coy joins Lisa in this episode to continue this season’s discussion on dissociation. Michael tells us how he learned about trauma and what drew him to dedicate his practice to people coping with the impacts of complex trauma and dissociation. We also discuss how dissociation can impact the practice of EMDR and the different modes of thought among practitioners on how to use the treatment with patients experiencing dissociation. Plus, he shares that the most important lessons he’s learned as a therapist are that there are no shor...2023-04-1842 minHow We Can HealDissociation 101: What Huberman Didn't Tell You About PTSDDissociation is a common element of trauma that’s rarely discussed but should be. Kicking off Season 3 of How We Can Heal, host Lisa D gives us an introduction to the concept and causes of dissociation, as well as a preview of the new season dedicated to exploring this subject. Lisa also shares her view on the messaging and application of the increasingly popular trauma treatment EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing), and specifically her response to how it was discussed on an episode of The Huberman Lab Podcast.Huberman's podcast episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v...2023-04-1140 minHow We Can HealBoston Marathon Bombings Survivor Meghan Zipin: “PTSD is a beast”Megan Zipin - mother, wife, marathon runner, poet, and survivor of the Boston Marathon bombings - joins host Lisa D for this episode of How We Can Heal. They discuss how the trauma of the bombings manifested physically and mentally for Megan over the last ten years since the attack, how she has found healing through yoga, writing, and helping others, and what she wants to teach her young children about resilience and hope. She also reads several selections from her upcoming book of poetry "First Light." This inspiring episode is for anyone experiencing the lasting effects of trauma...2023-04-111h 01How We Can HealSeason 3 TrailerIn Season 3 of How We Can Heal is about Dissociation and Dissociative disorders. Dissociative disorders involve experiencing a disconnection and lack of continuity between thoughts, memories, surroundings, actions and identity. Dissociative disorders usually develop as a reaction to trauma and help keep difficult memories at bay. Symptoms — ranging from amnesia to alternate identities — depend in part on the type of dissociative disorder you have. Times of stress can temporarily worsen symptoms, making them more obvious.2023-04-1101 minThe Trauma TherapistEpisode 714: Let's Not Forget Joy, Laughter & Play with Lisa Danylchuk, LMFTLisa Danylchuk, LMFT, E-RYT is back. And for a great reason: She's pretty amazing. She's super smart, compassionate and has an incredible energy about her. She's one of those people that as you're talking to her you can't help but think to yourself, "This person must be an amazing healer."Lisa is an author, licensed psychotherapist, and founder of the Center for Yoga and Trauma Recovery and creator of the Yoga for Trauma program.A graduate of UCLA and Harvard University, her work has pioneered the field of trauma-informed yoga and transformed our understanding of embodiment...2023-04-0642 minHow We Can HealSeason 2 Reflections with Alex CastellanosToday on the How We Can Heal Podcast, Lisa Danylchuk chats with the inspiration and "seed planter" behind the podcast, Mr. Alex Castellanos. The pair dive into memorable moments, how the podcast flowered from its seed, and what to expect for Season 3. So let's get reflecting with Alex.06:02 Season 2 Healing Takeaways12:14 Why Lisa started the podcast19:43 What to expect for Season 325:45 What gives Lisa hopeEnjoying the podcast? Tell me how to make it even better: https://forms.gle/qyhuMJhbxkbz4BbJ62022-10-1136 minHow We Can HealInstitutional Courage with Jennifer FreydToday on the How We Can Heal Podcast, Lisa Danylchuk chats with Jennifer Freyd, Ph.D., a researcher, author, educator, speaker and so much more. The pair discuss Freyd’s path to finding the Center for Institutional Courage, how the connections we have to institutions affect us, and her research on DARVO. Now, let’s wrap up Season 2 and get talking about how we can heal.About Jennifer Freyd:Jennifer J. Freyd, PhD, is a researcher, author, educator, and speaker. Freyd is the Founder and President of the Center for Institutional Cour...2022-09-201h 00How We Can HealUnderstanding Interpersonal-Relational Psychoanalysis & Dissociation with Shelly ItzkowitzToday on the How We Can Heal Podcast, Lisa Danylchuk chats with New York State Licensed Psychologist, Professor, Author (and more) Sheldon Itzkowitz. The pair go in-depth on Dissociation, Sheldon’s work with DID patients and discrimination, understanding evil, and more. Tune in to keep talking about how we can heal.Outline of the episode:[04:21] How Dr. Itzkowitz chose his career in Psychology[12:12] We’re not Freud bashing, but…[26:40] Working with DID patients and why it’s meaningful[37:42] The awful treatment of DID patients and Dr. Itzkowitz’s “why”[44:46] Where to go to start learning about...2022-09-131h 21How We Can HealBringing Yoga Philosophy to Life & Sharing the Practice with Local Law Enforcement with Steph SnyderToday on the How We Can Heal Podcast, Lisa Danylchuk chats with Love Story Yoga Founder, Stephanie Snyder. The pair dive into yoga's role in trauma recovery, Stephanie's work with the San Francisco Police Department, and incorporating yoga philosophy into everyday life for personal growth. So let’s get talking about how we can heal.Outline of the episode:[03:58] When yoga entered Stephanie's life[15:54] Her path to teaching yoga[20:12] Teaching yoga to the San Francisco Police department[33:25] Do you cut and run?[47:10] Moving through trauma we can’t cont...2022-09-061h 02How We Can HealChill & Prosper with Denise Duffield-Thomas - Part 2Today on the How We Can Heal Podcast, Lisa Danylchuk continues her chat with 'Chill & Prosper' Author Denise Duffield-Thomas. The pair had such an in-depth conversation part 2 was a must, so let's pick up where they left off and continue the conversation.About Denise Duffield-Thomas:Denise Duffield-Thomas is the money mentor for the new wave of online entrepreneurs who want to make money and change the world.She helps entrepreneurs charge premium prices, release the fear of money and create First Class lives.Her books 'Lucky Bitch', 'Get Rich...2022-08-301h 01How We Can HealChill & Prosper with Denise Duffield-Thomas - Part 1Today on the How We Can Heal Podcast, Lisa Danylchuk chats with Chill and Prosper Author Denise Duffield-Thomas. The pair dive into all things money culture, developing your strong money mindset and creating a work-life balance around the way you want to live. Their discussion went so in-depth the episode is split into two parts. Stay tuned next week for PART 2.About Denise Duffield-Thomas:Denise Duffield-Thomas is the money mentor for the new wave of online entrepreneurs who want to make money and change the world.She helps entrepreneurs charge premium...2022-08-231h 07How We Can HealThe Importance of PLAY in Yoga with Carrie OwerkoToday on the How We Can Heal Podcast, Lisa Danylchuk speaks with Carrie Owerko, founder of The Playground. Tune in to hear the pair discuss all things PLAY, their love of dance, and how movement can heal. Listen on Apple | Spotify | Google | AmazonAbout Carrie Owerko:Carrie Owerko is renowned yoga and movement teacher with a vast international following. She has travelled throughout Europe, Asia, Australia, and North and South America to share her unique interdisciplinary approach, w...2022-08-161h 12How We Can HealTranscending Trauma Through Dance with Jennifer Joy JiménezToday on the How We Can Heal Podcast, Lisa Danylchuk speaks with Brave Thinking Institute Health & Wellbeing Division Founder and TRANSCENDANCE creator, Jennifer Joy Jiménez. The pair come together bonding over their joy of moving the body and overall well-being. Tune in to hear their discussion on tapping into your inner movement, creating your own path towards healing, and Jennifer’s entrepreneurial journey.About Jennifer Joy Jiménez:Jennifer Joy Jiménez is the Founder of the Health & Well-Being Division at Brave Thinking Institute, as well as a highly sough...2022-08-091h 09How We Can HealTranscending Sexual Trauma through Yoga with Zabie YamasakiToday on the How We Can Heal Podcast, Lisa Danylchuk and Zabie Yamasaki discuss healing through trauma-informed yoga. Zabie walks us through her start in yoga and her path to helping survivors with her trauma-informed yoga program and curriculum. About Zabie Yamasaki:Zabie is the Founder of Transcending Sexual Trauma through Yoga, an organization that offers trauma-informed yoga to survivors, consultation for universities and trauma agencies, and training for healing professionals. Zabie has trained thousands of yoga instructors and mental health professionals and her trauma-informed yoga program and curriculum is now being implemented a...2022-08-021h 07How We Can HealTrauma-Conscious Yoga with Nityda GesselToday on the How We Can Heal Podcast, Lisa Danylchuk and Nityda Gessel discuss a path towards healing with a trauma-conscious yoga approach. Nityda shares more on her Trauma Conscious Yoga Method and motivational words to help you towards healing. About Nityda Gessel:Nityda Gessel, LCSW, E-RYT, is a mother, licensed somatic psychotherapist, trauma specialist, yoga educator, speaker, author, and heart-centered activist, residing on the unceded land of the Chesepian people, commonly known as Virginia Beach, VA. Nityda has devoted her life to uplifting others, working at the intersection of E...2022-07-261h 01How We Can HealYoga & Youth Development with Erica ChangToday on the How We Can Heal Podcast, Lisa Danylchuk and Erica Chang come together to discuss their love of yoga. The pair talk about their experience working with traumatized youth, practicing yoga to feel grounded, and what teaching looks like today.About Erica Chang:Erica has practiced yoga since 2010 and completed her 200 hour yoga teacher certification with Pamela Higley at Samdhana Karana Yoga. She has also completed the Yoga Behind Bars training and volunteered at Remann Hall, teaching yoga and meditation to youth.With yoga, she has...2022-07-1952 min