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Healthy Love & Money: Financial Therapy, Intimacy, Conflict & Communication for Couples4 Types of Trauma Secretly Controlling Your Money Decisions with Lou LebentzWhat if the missing link in your healing journey was trauma, and no one ever told you? In this eye-opening episode, Ed Coambs sits down with renowned trauma therapist Lou Lebentz for a deeply moving and transformative conversation. Together, they uncover the hidden layers of trauma that shape our lives, from the subtle emotional imprints of childhood to intergenerational pain and societal systems of shame and scarcity. Lou shares her personal journey through breakdown, financial extremes, and profound healing, leading to the creation of her pioneering program, The Voyage. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to understand...
2025-11-2539 min
Trauma | Resonance | ResilienceSeason 5, Episode 10, Lou Lebentz on Trauma Recovery, Psychotherapy and The Soul!Send a textJoin Dr Lisa Cherry in conversation with Lou Lebentz as they explore trauma, trauma recovery and therapy.Lou Lebentz is a trauma educator, speaker, and creator of The Voyage® a mind-body-soul recovery framework used by clinicians, coaches, and changemakers worldwide. Lou brings over two decades of clinical therapeutic experience and her own lived journey through trauma, addiction, and illness into everything she teaches. She’s here to talk about the messy, sacred work of healing and what it takes to move from surviving to thriving.”You can find Lou on all th...
2025-06-2044 min
This Trusted Place with John-Paul Davies: Mental Health, Therapy & Becoming a TherapistS8 | E4 BEST advice for Becoming a THERAPIST? (a compilation)Send us a textIn this episode, I've put together the best advice for the journey of becoming a therapist from many of the great YouTube conversations I've had. We discuss the importance of personal growth, ongoing education, and the therapeutic relationship, with my guests sharing valuable insights and advice for those considering, or starting, a career in therapy. Full videos here:Michael Toller - https://youtu.be/ZxDuaHRnFEYLindsay Percival (coming 5th March)Robert Cuming - https://youtu.be/KYaD6-ARSnALee Rasberry - https://youtu.be/04j8fVhTVTwR...
2025-02-2622 min
The Being Human Podcast with Richard Atherton#293 The Power of Becoming Trauma-Informed - with Lou Lebentz> Sign Up For Our Newsletter: http://www.firsthuman.com/being-human-newsletter/
This week, I speak with Lou Lebentz, trauma specialist, mental health campaigner, author, speaker, and therapist.
With over 25 years of working in the mental health arena and a deeply personal understanding of the impact of trauma, Lou has developed The Voyage Academy, a theoretical model used for helping others navigate their healing journeys. Her approach is trauma-informed, emphasizing the importance of compassion, understanding, and resilience. Her work is a testament to the transformative power of recovery and the possibility of finding hope and healin...
2024-03-251h 22
The Journey HomeLou LebentzMatthew's guest this week is Lou Lebentz. Lou is an online trainer, trauma specialist, psychotherapist, EMDR clinician, speaker and mental health campaigner. She is the founder of The Voyage® - an online programme to train coaches and counsellors predominantly on how to work with trauma.
Matthew speaks with Lou about her journey of recovery from trauma, formative years working as a therapist, what led her to developing The Voyage®, spirituality and more!
To find out more about Lou and The Voyage® check out: https://loulebentz.com/ and if you're on instagram follow her...
2024-02-1349 minThis Trusted Place with John-Paul Davies: Mental Health, Therapy & Becoming a TherapistS4 | E2 Inspiring Career Change Story of Trauma Specialist Lou LebentzSend us a textAuthenticity: Gently coming into your adult, while dissolving the parts that hold you back. - Lou LebentzThis is a conversation with psychotherapist Lou Lebentz about how she went from working in the rag trade, then to Capital radio, where she honed her communication skills and developed a passion for people, and finally to becoming a therapist, a role that allows her to make a real difference in people's lives. Join us for an engaging discussion about how she currently combines a private practice that specialises in...
2023-07-3040 min
The Anxiety Advantage - A TigerSpiritUK PodcastAnxiety, PTSD and the Courage to Thrive - Lou Lebentz S02 Ep06Trauma can affect us in one sudden awful incident. Or it can build up bit by bit over years of repeated pain and suffering. Trauma can be passed down through the generations. It can affect societies and communities as well as individuals. How can we find ways to heal ourselves, each other and society? How do we emerge from the grip of past trauma and discover joy and hope again? Trauma specialist Lou Lebentz talks to Anxiety Advantage host Yang-May Ooi about her work helping those affected by PTSD, addiction, psychosis and eating disorders to heal...
2023-03-2345 min
UKCPBecoming a trauma-informed psychotherapistEvolving as a psychotherapist may mean changing how you practice and finding where your passion lies.
In this episode, Helen Willingham, head of content and engagement, talks to UKCP psychotherapist Lou Lebentz.
Lou reflects on what drew her from fashion and radio into psychotherapy, and her more recent desire to pursue public speaking, writing, programme creation and training in trauma-informed psychotherapy.
‘What we do as a profession needs to get out there and be heard by more people.’
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2023-02-2136 minThis Trusted Place with John-Paul Davies: Mental Health, Therapy & Becoming a TherapistS2 | E9 Trauma Thrivers podcast interview about Compassion Focussed Therapy and my book, Finding a Balanced ConnectionSend us a textThis is the audio of a video conversation I had with Lou Lebentz of Trauma Thrivers about mental health, compassion focussed therapy particularly and my book 'Finding a Balanced Connection'If you find this podcast helpful, please feel free to share it, don't forget to follow the channel to show your support, it would be much appreciated and please do feel free to subscribe to my YouTube channel more content like this! Thank you, John-Paul YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@JohnPaulDaviesTTPSupport the showIf...
2023-02-0442 min
Club Soda Community PodcastLou Lebentz: What's next after you've changed your drinking?Club Soda co-founder Dru met the fantastic Lou Lebentz at a festival panel last summer and was drawn to her openness and warmth. Lou is a therapist, trauma specialist, and speaker who, due to her own experiences with addiction both professionally and personally, has some great lessons and insights to share. With 15 years of sobriety under her belt, as well as some fascinating experiences which helped her forge her career, Lou shares how she changed her drinking, and how, in turn, it changed her life. Her lesson was that it's not always the booze that's the problem, bu...
2023-01-2457 minThe Club Soda podcastLou Lebentz: What's next after you've changed your drinking?Club Soda co-founder Dru met the fantastic Lou Lebentz at a festival panel last summer and was drawn to her openness and warmth. Lou is a therapist, trauma specialist, and speaker who, due to her own experiences with addiction both professionally and personally, has some great lessons and insights to share. With 15 years of sobriety under her belt, as well as some fascinating experiences which helped her forge her career, Lou shares how she changed her drinking, and how, in turn, it changed her life. Her lesson was that it's not always the booze that's the problem, bu...
2023-01-2457 min
Counselling Tutor podcast251 – Difference between PTSD and Complex PTSDThe Four Pillars of Gestalt Therapy - Talking about Sexual Intimacy in Therapy
In Episode 251 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly are back with this week's three topics:
Firstly in 'Theory in Practice' we look at the four pillars of Gestalt therapy.
Then in 'Practice Today' Rory and Ken will discuss sexual intimacy.
Lastly in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Lou Lebentz on the difference between PTSD and complex PTSD (CPTSD).
The Four Pillars of Gestalt Therapy [starts at 02:45 mins]
First up this week, listen as Rory and Ken take us through the four...
2023-01-2158 min
Counselling Tutor podcast251 – Difference between PTSD and Complex PTSDIn Episode 251 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly are back with this week's three topics: Firstly in 'Theory in Practice' we look at the four pillars of Gestalt therapy. Then in 'Practice Today' Rory and Ken will discuss sexual intimacy. Lastly in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Lou Lebentz on the difference between PTSD and complex PTSD (CPTSD).
2023-01-2058 min
The Trauma Thrivers PodcastDr Nina Burrowes with Lou and MelDr Nina Burrowes is discussing her work on sexual trauma and injustice with Lou and Mel. More about Nina; Dr Nina Burrow is a psychologist, author and activist specialising in the psychology of sexual harm and relationship abuse. She has a passion for ensuring that people can learn about trauma in ways that are easy to connect with. In 2014 she created her first illustrated book 'The courage to be me' which is designed as a gentle psycho-educational resource for survivors of abuse. Following the release of the book, Nina was one of the pioneers in creating short educational videos...
2022-12-201h 00The Trauma Thrivers PodcastBereaved through Addiction - The Impact of Grief on Family RelationshipsA conversation with the Founder of DrugFam- a charity providing support to those affected or bereaved as a result of addiction
2022-09-0932 minThe Trauma Thrivers PodcastHealing Through a Trauma-Informed Lens with Mandy Manners and Mel CurtisThis week Lou speaks with Mandy Manners and Mel Curtis about the importance of being trauma-informed when it comes to healing. If you would like to find out more about the upcoming master class click here: https://traumathrivers.com/ti-coach-3-hour/
2022-08-2046 minThe Trauma Thrivers PodcastThe Pros and Cons of Residential Treatment with Robin LefeverLou and Mel have a wide-ranging chat with Robin Lefever on the topic of treatment practices, and the benefits of residential treatment and how it has evolved over the years.
2022-08-191h 00The Trauma Thrivers PodcastNeurofeedback and Trauma with Dr. Ana AguirregabiriaLou has a fascinating conversation about trauma and neurofeedback with Dr. Ana Aguirregabiria, who holds a doctorate in clinical psychology, and who works in family therapy and group psychotherapy.
2022-08-1858 minThe Trauma Thrivers PodcastWorking with Young People: A Chat with Fiona Yassin and Dr Gauri SethLou speaks with Fiona Yassin and Dr Gauri Seth about working with young people in treatment, recovery, and therapy. These two experts on the psychology and care of young people who are undergoing traumatic periods offer insight into the importance of communication and compassion in treatment, as well as exploring different ways of addressing the particular issues that affect young people. This episode and every episode of the Trauma Thrivers Podcast are available through Lou’s website - https://traumathrivers.com/podcasts-interviews/ - as well as anywhere you listen to your podcasts. For more Lou, follow Trauma Thrivers on Inst...
2022-06-201h 01The Trauma Thrivers PodcastChronic Pain and Trauma with Dr. Wayne and Laura KampersLou speaks with Dr. Wayne and Laura Kampers about chronic pain. This engaging chat outlines the types of chronic pain, how to recognise it, what it means, and how to use a compassionate, trauma-informed approach to addressing it in individuals. This episode and every episode of the Trauma Thrivers Podcast are available through Lou’s website - https://traumathrivers.com/podcasts-interviews/ - as well as anywhere you listen to your podcasts. For more Lou, follow Trauma Thrivers on Instagram, or join the Trauma Thrivers Facebook Group.
2022-06-151h 02
Unbroken: Healing Through Storytelling95: Trauma Survivor with Lou LebentzSometimes we meet people in life for the first time that we feel like we’ve known for years. That was exactly what it felt like when I met my guest, Lou Lebentz, a few years ago through the PSA (Professional Speaking Association)She is a well-known UK psychotherapist, EMDR specialist, trauma clinician and Founder of “Trauma Thrivers” a hugely popular trauma informed Facebook community for those in recovery from trauma and addiction. Previously, Lou worked in rehab at the Priory Hospital Roehampton, and before that, in both the Rag Trade an...
2022-06-1538 min
The Trauma TherapistEpisode 613: A Community of Trauma Thrivers with Lou LebentzLou Lebentz has spent nearly twenty years of her life as a therapist and has done a lot of work in the areas of addiction, eating disorders and trauma. She is currently in the process of writing an online program for people who have experienced trauma, mostly because, as she says “I don’t believe there are enough affordable options out there and trauma is an area that’s all too apparent in today’s society.”Lou wants to help in this area because after much training and development, she believes she has some valuable insights both personally and profession...
2022-05-2334 minThe Trauma Thrivers PodcastEco-Psychology and Trauma with Freddy WeaverLou talks with old friend and therapy counselor Freddy Weaver on the topic of eco-psychology and Trauma. The discussion moves through practices of health and healing and cultivating a holistic relationship between body and mind. This episode and every episode of the Trauma Thrivers Podcast are available through Lou’s website - https://traumathrivers.com/podcasts-interviews/ - as well as anywhere you listen to your podcasts. For more Lou, follow Trauma Thrivers on Instagram, or join the Trauma Thrivers Facebook Group.
2022-04-211h 06The Trauma Thrivers PodcastSandtray Therapy for Trauma: Interview with Masha BennettLou talks with counsellor Masha Bennett about Sandtray therapy for trauma, how accumulated distress feeds trauma, and how we can go about using the tools within us to process pain. Together they explore the importance of interrogating and managing the ways you process trauma - be it socially unacceptable or socially encouraged - to build a healthy relationship with your past. This episode and every episode of the Trauma Thrivers Podcast are available through Lou’s website - https://traumathrivers.com/podcasts-interviews/ - as well as anywhere you listen to your podcasts. For more Lou, follow Trauma Thrivers on In...
2022-04-2159 minThe Trauma Thrivers PodcastDr. Melanie Salmon and Quantum Energy CoachingIn a fascinating conversation with GP and psychotherapist Dr. Melanie Salmon, Lou explores the field of Quantum Energy Coaching. This stress management system focuses on working with trauma at the subconscious level of the mind, so as to bring ourselves into the present as we heal from and work through trauma. This episode, and every episode of the Trauma Thrivers Podcast are available through Lou’s website - https://traumathrivers.com/podcasts-interviews/ - as well as anywhere you listen to your podcasts. For more Lou, follow Trauma Thrivers on Instagram, or join the Trauma Thrivers Facebook Group.
2022-04-2149 min
Quality of Mind: Realising Exponential Potential.A Trauma Therapist and a Quality of Mind Coach; What’s similar- What’s different - When it comes to psychological safety?This podcast series explores a game-changing understanding of the human mind 'before psychology' that can exponentially increase the performance, resourcefulness and well-being for any individual or organisation.
This episode is a conversation with trauma therapist and coach Lou Lebentz. Lou & Piers have similar backgrounds in how they worked with clients, and now Lou specialises with clients suffering trauma. After they had a couple of interesting exchanges on LinkedIn about psychological safety, they decided to do a podcast exploring the difference and similarities....
The discussion covers:
What we mean by trauma?
The relevance of seeing p...
2022-04-191h 08
The Trauma Thrivers PodcastFantasy, Love Addiction, and Developmental Trauma with Annie BennetI am delighted to be joined by one of the UK’s foremost psychotherapists, Annie Bennet, a dear friend who I have known nearly 20 years. Annie began her training in 1994, initially in bereavement therapy soon after she trained as an Addiction counsellor and is a fully qualified psychotherapist. She worked extensively in the UK, Spain and the USA before founding her Harley Street private practice in 2004. She has worked at some of the world’s leading centres for addiction therapy. In 2002 she was invited as visiting therapist to work at The Meadow’s Centre for Trauma and Addiction in the US...
2022-02-0739 min
The Trauma Thrivers PodcastOvercoming Narcissistic Abuse with Caroline StrawsonJoin us for a meaningful discussion with Caroline Strawson who is a trauma specialist in the areas of narcissistic abuse and domestic abuse.
2022-02-0750 min
The Trauma Thrivers PodcastExploring the Impact of Psychological Abuse with Kimberly WeeksKimberly Weeks discusses her passion for working with and mentoring students as part of the International Association of Trauma Recovery Coaching. Kimberly is a Certified Trauma Recovery Coach and Supervisor of up-and-coming coaches. She is also the Director of Association Leadership with the IAOTRC. She is passionate about equipping both clients and coaches with wisdom to navigate narcissistic and psychological abuse. She lives in Atlanta, GA USA with her 4 sons.
2022-02-0755 minThe Trauma Thrivers PodcastWhat Does It Take to Truly Thrive?This week Lou and Mel are going to be talking about "Thrivability" - what the six key elements are to being able to really thrive through trauma and a bit about how we got there ourselves.
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The Trauma Thrivers PodcastHealing and Authenticity with Guy MacphersonTalking about trauma healing and authenticity with Guy Macpherson, Lou Lebentz and Melanie Curtis.
2021-12-2144 min
The Trauma Thrivers PodcastVices in the Guise of Gaming, Online & Screen DependencyThis week we are joined by Hilarie Cash, founder of Restart Life. We will be talking about vices in the guise of gaming, online & screen dependency.
2021-12-2150 min
The Trauma Thrivers PodcastWhat Does It Take to Truly Thrive?This week Lou and Mel are going to be talking about "Thrivability" - what the six key elements are to being able to really thrive through trauma and a bit about how we got there ourselves.
2021-12-2142 min
Love Sober PodcastLove Sober Podcast 153 - Guest Lou Lebentz - Trauma ThriversTW: Please note there is discussion of sexual trauma in this podcast, so take care of yourself and your well-being.
This week Mandy is joined by @traumathrivers_loulebentz Lou is a well-known UK therapist, trauma clinician, speaker and Founder of “Trauma Thrivers” a hugely popular Facebook community for those in recovery from trauma, addiction and complex PTSD. Lou worked for over a decade on the addiction treatment programme at the Priory Hospital in Roehampton, and has been “in recovery” for 15 years herself.
This conversation touches on the interconnection between addiction and trauma, how many of us compare or discount our trauma story...
2021-10-2954 min
The Trauma Thrivers PodcastBack to Basics: What Really Works When It Comes to Trauma Healing?In our latest episode, Mel and I take on a HUGE question - what really works when it comes to trauma healing? One thing we do know is that when it comes to healing from trauma there is no 'one-size-fits-all' solution, we are all wonderfully unique and therefore our healing journeys will be too. With so many modalities out there it can be confusing to know what is the best path to take and we can end up spending so much time and money searching for the right approach. We share our own personal stories...
2021-10-1941 min
The Trauma Thrivers PodcastBack to Basics: What Really Works When It Comes to Trauma Healing?In our latest episode, Mel and I take on a HUGE question - what really works when it comes to trauma healing? One thing we do know is that when it comes to healing from trauma there is no 'one-size-fits-all' solution, we are all wonderfully unique and therefore our healing journeys will be too. With so many modalities out there it can be confusing to know what is the best path to take and we can end up spending so much time and money searching for the right approach. We share our own personal stories...
2021-10-1941 min
The Trauma Thrivers PodcastRecreational Drugs, Spirituality and Plant Medicine - the connections and differencesLou, Mel, Lis Cashin, and Lucy Da Silva discuss drugs, spirituality, and the pros and cons of plant medicine! And how that may fit in or not with a trauma/addiction recovery journey.
2021-09-251h 00
The Trauma Thrivers PodcastRecreational Drugs, Spirituality and Plant Medicine - the connections and differencesLou, Mel, Lis Cashin, and Lucy Da Silva discuss drugs, spirituality, and the pros and cons of plant medicine! And how that may fit in or not with a trauma/addiction recovery journey.
2021-09-251h 00
The Trauma Thrivers PodcastSelf-Regulating Our Emotions When We Have Addictions or TraumaLou Lebentz, Mandy Manners, and Kate Baily discuss ways to self-regulate our emotions when we suffer from scars of addictions or trauma.
2021-09-251h 09
The Trauma Thrivers PodcastSelf-Regulating Our Emotions When We Have Addictions or TraumaLou Lebentz, Mandy Manners, and Kate Baily discuss ways to self-regulate our emotions when we suffer from scars of addictions or trauma.
2021-09-251h 09
The Trauma Thrivers PodcastAddiction and the FamilySeptember is #RecoveryMonth - a whole month dedicated to celebrating the gains made by those in recovery from addiction.Addiction does not just harm the person that is directly affected - the families and loved ones are often also left traumatised. This week in Trauma Thrivers we talk about the impact of addiction and trauma on the family. This week I'm joined by Melanie Curtis, Victoria Seed, and Liz Martin as we discuss addiction, how it affects the family, and share our insights and most importantly, how you can...
2021-09-141h 03
The Trauma Thrivers PodcastAddiction and the FamilySeptember is #RecoveryMonth - a whole month dedicated to celebrating the gains made by those in recovery from addiction.Addiction does not just harm the person that is directly affected - the families and loved ones are often also left traumatised. This week in Trauma Thrivers we talk about the impact of addiction and trauma on the family. This week I'm joined by Melanie Curtis, Victoria Seed, and Liz Martin as we discuss addiction, how it affects the family, and share our insights and most importantly, how you can...
2021-09-141h 03
The Trauma Thrivers PodcastProf. Stephen Porges – Author of the Polyvagal TheoryIn my latest interview, I'm thrilled to be joined by Professor Stephen Porges - author of the Polyvagal theory, and our regular co-host, Melanie Curtis.Stephen has totally revolutionised the way that we look at mental health, by understanding the nervous system, and safety within the body.If you don’t know about Polyvagal theory, then this is your chance to tune in and find out more. When you understand the Polyvagal theory it simplifies everything to do with trauma and how people's neurophysiology reacts - trying to bring safety into our systems is paramount....
2021-09-071h 06
The Trauma Thrivers PodcastProf. Stephen Porges – Author of the Polyvagal TheoryIn my latest interview, I'm thrilled to be joined by Professor Stephen Porges - author of the Polyvagal theory, and our regular co-host, Melanie Curtis.Stephen has totally revolutionised the way that we look at mental health, by understanding the nervous system, and safety within the body.If you don’t know about Polyvagal theory, then this is your chance to tune in and find out more. When you understand the Polyvagal theory it simplifies everything to do with trauma and how people's neurophysiology reacts - trying to bring safety into our systems is paramount....
2021-09-071h 06The Trauma Thrivers PodcastCodependency - How does it relate to traumaIn this conversation, I'm joined by the wonderful Alistair Richardson, Melanie Curtis, and Hilary Thompson Betts as we discuss one of my favourite subjects - codependency! In both the fields of trauma and addiction you hear the word "codependency" banded around a lot - but what is it? At its very essence, codependency is about the adapted part of us running the show. The codependent self - the part of us that changes ourselves to fit in and mould ourselves to suit whatever situation we are in, to please and appease the people we...
2021-09-011h 16
The Trauma Thrivers PodcastCodependency - How does it relate to traumaIn this conversation, I'm joined by the wonderful Alistair Richardson, Melanie Curtis, and Hilary Thompson Betts as we discuss one of my favourite subjects - codependency! In both the fields of trauma and addiction you hear the word "codependency" banded around a lot - but what is it? At its very essence, codependency is about the adapted part of us running the show. The codependent self - the part of us that changes ourselves to fit in and mould ourselves to suit whatever situation we are in, to please and appease the people we...
2021-09-011h 16The Trauma Thrivers PodcastTRE - Trauma Release Exercise – A DiscussionIn this amazing international conversation, I'm joined by Juliette Gamble and Jessica Avidon to talk about TRE - Trauma and Tension Releasing Exercises.We discuss what TREs are, the biology behind them, and most importantly, how they can help you shake off the past!
2021-08-251h 05The Trauma Thrivers PodcastTRE - Trauma Release Exercise – A DiscussionIn this amazing international conversation, I'm joined by Juliette Gamble and Jessica Avidon to talk about TRE - Trauma and Tension Releasing Exercises.We discuss what TREs are, the biology behind them, and most importantly, how they can help you shake off the past!
2021-08-251h 05
Victorious SoulsWhen Did This Term Enter Your Vocabulary? (S1:Ep102)Trauma is personal and there terms, resources, and people to help us understand just what it is, and what it does.
A shout out to Lou Lebentz who is the head of Trauma Thrivers.
Do you know these? M.U.P.P.S. S.E.E.s. Disregulation of the nervous system. Trauma. Trapped emotions in the body. Invisible wounds.
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2021-08-1610 min
The Trauma Thrivers PodcastAssertiveness and How To Improve Your OwnToday we bring you a conversation featuring the lovely Liz Martin and the fabulous Mandy Plumb.We discuss assertiveness and how you can improve your own!Much love and I hope you enjoy it!
2021-07-3045 min
The Trauma Thrivers PodcastAssertiveness and How To Improve Your OwnToday we bring you a conversation featuring the lovely Liz Martin and the fabulous Mandy Plumb.We discuss assertiveness and how you can improve your own!Much love and I hope you enjoy it!
2021-07-3045 minThe Trauma Thrivers PodcastGabor Maté's Film: The Wisdom of TraumaWe are so delighted to bring you a discussion on the wonderful film “The Wisdom of Trauma” released a couple of weeks ago, featuring the brilliant Gabor Maté. ⠀Please join me, Madeleine Black, Melanie Curtis and Mandy Manners as we discuss more deeply the topics talked about in the film and of course, trauma and addiction recovery in general.⠀All of us will be offering up both our personal and professional experiences and insights on trauma healing and also the best ways we have found to heal. ⠀Also in the debate will be how this fi...
2021-07-261h 14The Trauma Thrivers PodcastGabor Maté's Film: The Wisdom of TraumaWe are so delighted to bring you a discussion on the wonderful film “The Wisdom of Trauma” released a couple of weeks ago, featuring the brilliant Gabor Maté. ⠀Please join me, Madeleine Black, Melanie Curtis and Mandy Manners as we discuss more deeply the topics talked about in the film and of course, trauma and addiction recovery in general.⠀All of us will be offering up both our personal and professional experiences and insights on trauma healing and also the best ways we have found to heal. ⠀Also in the debate will be how this fi...
2021-07-261h 14The Trauma Thrivers PodcastBoundaries - How Vital They Are in Trauma RecoveryBoundaries are such an important topic and sometimes hard to negotiate on our trauma healing journeys. So learning how, when and with whom to implement them is crucial.In this episode I am joined by the wonderful Melanie Curtis, Karolina Christopher and Jacky Power.Lou xx
2021-07-2653 minThe Trauma Thrivers PodcastBoundaries - How Vital They Are in Trauma RecoveryBoundaries are such an important topic and sometimes hard to negotiate on our trauma healing journeys. So learning how, when and with whom to implement them is crucial.In this episode I am joined by the wonderful Melanie Curtis, Karolina Christopher and Jacky Power.Lou xx
2021-07-2653 minThe Trauma Thrivers PodcastBill Cosby's Prison Release and Sexual TraumaSo excited to bring you the recording of another conversationtion featuring the fabulous Shari Botwin and the lovely Madeleine Black.We discuss the release of Bill Cosby and the impact that will undoubtedly have.Much love and I hope you enjoy it!
2021-07-2643 minThe Trauma Thrivers PodcastBill Cosby's Prison Release and Sexual TraumaSo excited to bring you the recording of another conversationtion featuring the fabulous Shari Botwin and the lovely Madeleine Black.We discuss the release of Bill Cosby and the impact that will undoubtedly have.Much love and I hope you enjoy it!
2021-07-2643 minThe Trauma Thrivers PodcastHavening for Trauma with Erika NeilI'm delighted to introduce Erika Neil - a psychotherapist and trainer experienced in working with clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, or significant stress, and who find that these issues are diminishing their ability to enjoy life.Erika has additional specialized training in Havening, EMDR, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, Emotional Freedom Technique, Somatic Experiencing, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Flash, Brainspotting, and Reiki. Her style is collaborative, warm, and solution-focused. She often uses mind-body techniques to accelerate awareness and change. With compassion and understanding, she works with individuals to help them build on their strengths and attain p...
2021-06-2823 minThe Trauma Thrivers PodcastHavening for Trauma with Erika NeilI'm delighted to introduce Erika Neil - a psychotherapist and trainer experienced in working with clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, or significant stress, and who find that these issues are diminishing their ability to enjoy life.Erika has additional specialized training in Havening, EMDR, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, Emotional Freedom Technique, Somatic Experiencing, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Flash, Brainspotting, and Reiki. Her style is collaborative, warm, and solution-focused. She often uses mind-body techniques to accelerate awareness and change. With compassion and understanding, she works with individuals to help them build on their strengths and attain p...
2021-06-2823 minThe Trauma Thrivers PodcastFinding Your Voice and Raising Awareness With Diana VarcoI am so happy to welcome Diana Varco to the show. Diana is an UCB/Groundlings trained expert improvisor, story-teller and actress using humour to heal.She's written an amazing one-woman show called Shattered - a dark comedy, where she applies comedy and character-work to explore mental health, the impact of sexual and domestic violence, power of Shame, post-traumatic growth, and much more! We discuss:✔️ The parallels between drama and therapy✔️How acting can help you be your true self✔️ The cathartic power of writing ✔️How to listen to your head...
2021-06-2843 minThe Trauma Thrivers PodcastFinding Your Voice and Raising Awareness With Diana VarcoI am so happy to welcome Diana Varco to the show. Diana is an UCB/Groundlings trained expert improvisor, story-teller and actress using humour to heal.She's written an amazing one-woman show called Shattered - a dark comedy, where she applies comedy and character-work to explore mental health, the impact of sexual and domestic violence, power of Shame, post-traumatic growth, and much more! We discuss:✔️ The parallels between drama and therapy✔️How acting can help you be your true self✔️ The cathartic power of writing ✔️How to listen to your head...
2021-06-2843 min
SOBER SEXLou Lebentz: Trauma ThriverLou Lebentz is the founder and podcast host of “Trauma Thrivers”, alongside running a hugely successful Facebook Group which helps educate people about complex PTSD and how to thrive through trauma, rather than simply survive. Lou has been a psychotherapist, trauma specialist and EMDR clinician for many years and a new focus for her is empowering women in connecting with and owning the value in their voice. This is a powerful and loving conversation about recovering from trauma within sobriety, and different methodologies of healing.
Trigger Warning: sexual Trauma, childhood sexual trauma
2021-06-1447 minThe Trauma Thrivers PodcastAnjula Mutanda – Overcoming Childhood AdversityAnjula is a highly respected relationship psychologist, mental health expert, presenter, author, social scientist, and media consultant with an international profile. She speaks to Lou about her childhood and growing up with trauma all around her, not only from her own parents but also culturally and trans-generationally.With honesty, openness, empathy and a good degree of humour, Anjula touchingly talks about how she overcame the adversity in her own childhood. Not only that but how she became a mum and wife and how proud she is of this achievement and how she turned her...
2021-05-2635 minThe Trauma Thrivers PodcastAnjula Mutanda – Overcoming Childhood AdversityAnjula is a highly respected relationship psychologist, mental health expert, presenter, author, social scientist, and media consultant with an international profile. She speaks to Lou about her childhood and growing up with trauma all around her, not only from her own parents but also culturally and trans-generationally.With honesty, openness, empathy and a good degree of humour, Anjula touchingly talks about how she overcame the adversity in her own childhood. Not only that but how she became a mum and wife and how proud she is of this achievement and how she turned her...
2021-05-2635 minThe Trauma Thrivers PodcastBenjamin Fry – The Dysregulated Nervous SystemWhat does it feel like trying to relate to others when you have a dysregulated nervous system?The answer is that we feel pretty terrible. Watch Benjamin Fry as he discusses with me the nervous system, his own journey and how, after many years of working with clients, he was able to put solutions into a book, #theinvisiblelion, which help a dysregulated nervous system heal, and work to relate better with other people in relationships and life in general.I am Lou Lebentz a psychotherapist and I have recently...
2021-05-2657 minThe Trauma Thrivers PodcastBenjamin Fry – The Dysregulated Nervous SystemWhat does it feel like trying to relate to others when you have a dysregulated nervous system?The answer is that we feel pretty terrible. Watch Benjamin Fry as he discusses with me the nervous system, his own journey and how, after many years of working with clients, he was able to put solutions into a book, #theinvisiblelion, which help a dysregulated nervous system heal, and work to relate better with other people in relationships and life in general.I am Lou Lebentz a psychotherapist and I have recently...
2021-05-2657 minThe Trauma Thrivers PodcastTian Dayton – How Psychodrama Helps Our HistoriesDr Tian Dayton PHD is the worlds foremost expert in psychodrama and a specialist in adult children of dysfunctional families and an addiction expert. Her Lou speaks to her about her background and how she got into the recovery field firstly. Also Tian explains how psychodrama helps heal our histories and overcome our family patterns or dynamics and how to move out of our trauma.
2021-05-2654 minThe Trauma Thrivers PodcastTian Dayton – How Psychodrama Helps Our HistoriesDr Tian Dayton PHD is the worlds foremost expert in psychodrama and a specialist in adult children of dysfunctional families and an addiction expert. Her Lou speaks to her about her background and how she got into the recovery field firstly. Also Tian explains how psychodrama helps heal our histories and overcome our family patterns or dynamics and how to move out of our trauma.
2021-05-2654 minThe Trauma Thrivers PodcastMark Brayne – The Magic of EMDRMark Brayne is a well known and highly regarded UK therapist and EMDR consultant and one of the foremost experts on Attachment Focused EMDR and Intergenerational Trauma. In this video Mark succinctly lays out what EMDR actually is and how it works and the "magic" of it as a therapeutic intervention.For anyone in EMDR therapy or thinking of embarking on an EMDR journey, this is a must watch highly valuable 45 mins of information. It's also helpful for anyone with trauma to understand why getting to the kernel of the trauma, which lies in...
2021-05-2643 minThe Trauma Thrivers PodcastMark Brayne – The Magic of EMDRMark Brayne is a well known and highly regarded UK therapist and EMDR consultant and one of the foremost experts on Attachment Focused EMDR and Intergenerational Trauma. In this video Mark succinctly lays out what EMDR actually is and how it works and the "magic" of it as a therapeutic intervention.For anyone in EMDR therapy or thinking of embarking on an EMDR journey, this is a must watch highly valuable 45 mins of information. It's also helpful for anyone with trauma to understand why getting to the kernel of the trauma, which lies in...
2021-05-2643 minThe Trauma Thrivers PodcastDr Paul Hokemeyer – Studying the Rich and FamousDr Paul Hokemeyer is an author and an internationally renowned clinical and consulting psychotherapist, who works with individuals and families all over the world. He’s been featured as a guest on countless TV shows from Dr Oz to Good Morning America to the Today Show to name just a few. Dr Paul is also well known for having treated some of the world’s most successful people, which “Dr. Paul” has written about in his acclaimed book “Fragile Power, why having it all is never enough”.In this interview Lou asks Dr Paul more about h...
2021-05-2646 minThe Trauma Thrivers PodcastDr Paul Hokemeyer – Studying the Rich and FamousDr Paul Hokemeyer is an author and an internationally renowned clinical and consulting psychotherapist, who works with individuals and families all over the world. He’s been featured as a guest on countless TV shows from Dr Oz to Good Morning America to the Today Show to name just a few. Dr Paul is also well known for having treated some of the world’s most successful people, which “Dr. Paul” has written about in his acclaimed book “Fragile Power, why having it all is never enough”.In this interview Lou asks Dr Paul more about h...
2021-05-2646 min
The Trauma Thrivers PodcastJuliet Grayson - the Pesso Boyden System for TraumaJuliet is a well-respected trainer, facilitator, executive mentor and coach in Pesso Boyden System Psychotherapy. This is a mind-body approach to emotional well-being and peak performance.PBSP aims to help clients become aware of their own internal maps or blueprints for living. Often, these are formed in our early lives before we have any say in the matter. Strategies that may have helped us in the past can hinder us in the present day and affect our quality of life.Pesso Boyden therapists like Juliet target these old emotional...
2021-05-2229 min
The Trauma Thrivers PodcastJuliet Grayson - the Pesso Boyden System for TraumaJuliet is a well-respected trainer, facilitator, executive mentor and coach in Pesso Boyden System Psychotherapy. This is a mind-body approach to emotional well-being and peak performance.PBSP aims to help clients become aware of their own internal maps or blueprints for living. Often, these are formed in our early lives before we have any say in the matter. Strategies that may have helped us in the past can hinder us in the present day and affect our quality of life.Pesso Boyden therapists like Juliet target these old emotional...
2021-05-2229 min
Reason With MePassing Down a Thriving Legacy With Trauma Specialist Lou LebentzThis episode is about understanding our trauma. Lou Lebentz is a psychotherapist, trauma specialist and EMDR clinician who runs a hugely successful Facebook Group which helps educate people about complex PTSD and how to thrive through trauma, rather than simply survive. Lou reasons with me about the importance of passing down a legacy that is filled with self-awareness and knowledge to create a better life for the self, others and society. Lou is an incredibly passionate and empowering individual that has the vision to provide trauma treatment that is accessible and affordable for all.To see more...
2021-04-1846 min
The Trauma Thrivers PodcastJuliette Alfonsi-Gamble - The Link Between Stress and Illness Juliette is a thought provoking, innovative and inspirational speaker.As a certified coach, master's level counsellor, and sound therapist, Juliette is gifted in translating spiritual principles into everyday language that reaches people from all walks of life.Juliet discovered Trauma Release Exercise (TRE) in 2016, which allowed her to release her own deep inner tension that triggered her anxiety and physical symptoms. Juliet’s life mission is to “help others access their own innate healing powers”. We talk about:
2021-03-2235 min
The Trauma Thrivers PodcastJuliette Alfonsi-Gamble - The Link Between Stress and Illness Juliette is a thought provoking, innovative and inspirational speaker.As a certified coach, master's level counsellor, and sound therapist, Juliette is gifted in translating spiritual principles into everyday language that reaches people from all walks of life.Juliet discovered Trauma Release Exercise (TRE) in 2016, which allowed her to release her own deep inner tension that triggered her anxiety and physical symptoms. Juliet’s life mission is to “help others access their own innate healing powers”. We talk about:
2021-03-2235 min
The Trauma Thrivers PodcastNicci Roscoe - Crystals and Reiki for TraumaI am absolutely thrilled to welcome Nicci Roscoe to the Trauma Thrivers podcast. Nicci is an amazing woman – she’s a professional inspirational speaker, lifestyle coach, Master NLP practitioner, and cancer survivor.Nicci is a huge advocate in the power of positive thinking to help people get over the biggest hurdles in their life. Her program, Fabulous Impact, helps people to get their message across with greater confidence and impact.This is huge for me, and I imagine some of my followers as well, as a key component of thri...
2021-03-2228 min
The Trauma Thrivers PodcastNicci Roscoe - Crystals and Reiki for TraumaI am absolutely thrilled to welcome Nicci Roscoe to the Trauma Thrivers podcast. Nicci is an amazing woman – she’s a professional inspirational speaker, lifestyle coach, Master NLP practitioner, and cancer survivor.Nicci is a huge advocate in the power of positive thinking to help people get over the biggest hurdles in their life. Her program, Fabulous Impact, helps people to get their message across with greater confidence and impact.This is huge for me, and I imagine some of my followers as well, as a key component of thri...
2021-03-2228 min
The Trauma Thrivers PodcastSimon Chapple - Addiction Recovery and TraumaSimon Chapple is a former daily drinker who experienced all the negative consequences of being stuck in the alcohol-trap. He learned how to quit alcohol without willpower and changed his life for the better. Simon has written several books – you can find the link here. When he stopped drinking, he was diagnosed with ADHD and complex PTSD from emotional neglect and trauma related to his childhood. Since he stopped drinking, Simon has embarked on an amazing career and an equally inspiring healing journey of his own. We talk...
2021-03-2226 min
The Trauma Thrivers PodcastSimon Chapple - Addiction Recovery and TraumaSimon Chapple is a former daily drinker who experienced all the negative consequences of being stuck in the alcohol-trap. He learned how to quit alcohol without willpower and changed his life for the better. Simon has written several books – you can find the link here. When he stopped drinking, he was diagnosed with ADHD and complex PTSD from emotional neglect and trauma related to his childhood. Since he stopped drinking, Simon has embarked on an amazing career and an equally inspiring healing journey of his own. We talk...
2021-03-2226 min
The Trauma Thrivers PodcastLiz Cashin - PTSD and Forgiveness - This is MeAll too often, undiagnosed PTSD is at the root of many of our unhealthy coping mechanisms as adults. This can present in all sorts of ways, from substance or alcohol abuse, to getting involved in abusive relationships, to how we spend money.Liz Cashin is an amazing example of someone who has gone on to thrive, after once having the shadow of past trauma over her life. At the age of 13 she accidentally killed a classmate on sports day.As many of us do, especially as children, Liz internalised...
2021-03-2227 min
The Trauma Thrivers PodcastLiz Cashin - PTSD and Forgiveness - This is MeAll too often, undiagnosed PTSD is at the root of many of our unhealthy coping mechanisms as adults. This can present in all sorts of ways, from substance or alcohol abuse, to getting involved in abusive relationships, to how we spend money.Liz Cashin is an amazing example of someone who has gone on to thrive, after once having the shadow of past trauma over her life. At the age of 13 she accidentally killed a classmate on sports day.As many of us do, especially as children, Liz internalised...
2021-03-2227 min
The Trauma Thrivers PodcastMark Escott - Schools for Children with TraumaI’m very pleased to welcome Mark Escott, Co-Founder of ‘Life Chance Education’, ‘School for Inspiring Talents’, and Amazon bestselling author of the book One More Life Chance - How to Support the Journey from Trauma to Transformation.I absolutely love what Life Chance do! They run a therapeutic service that helps young people and families with all of the behavioural and emotional difficulties caused by Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE’s).All too often our early life experiences, most of which we have no control over, can come to control us l...
2021-03-2236 min
The Trauma Thrivers PodcastMark Escott - Schools for Children with TraumaI’m very pleased to welcome Mark Escott, Co-Founder of ‘Life Chance Education’, ‘School for Inspiring Talents’, and Amazon bestselling author of the book One More Life Chance - How to Support the Journey from Trauma to Transformation.I absolutely love what Life Chance do! They run a therapeutic service that helps young people and families with all of the behavioural and emotional difficulties caused by Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE’s).All too often our early life experiences, most of which we have no control over, can come to control us l...
2021-03-2236 min
The Trauma Thrivers PodcastLorna Evans - The Mind and Body Connection with TraumaSo much of what we do as trauma survivors, and as practitioners who treat trauma, is to do with the body. People often think that there is a distinct line between the physical and the mental. The fact is physical things can affect us mentally and mental things can affect us physically.Lorna is an Integrative Psychotherapist registered with UKCP & BACP, holding an MSc in Body Awareness & Psychotherapy and PGDip in Integrative Psychotherapy.Lorna also runs workshops across the UK training therapists and yoga teachers who have an interest in working with the Body, Breath...
2021-02-2626 min
The Trauma Thrivers PodcastLorna Evans - The Mind and Body Connection with TraumaSo much of what we do as trauma survivors, and as practitioners who treat trauma, is to do with the body. People often think that there is a distinct line between the physical and the mental. The fact is physical things can affect us mentally and mental things can affect us physically.Lorna is an Integrative Psychotherapist registered with UKCP & BACP, holding an MSc in Body Awareness & Psychotherapy and PGDip in Integrative Psychotherapy.Lorna also runs workshops across the UK training therapists and yoga teachers who have an interest in working with the Body, Breath...
2021-02-2626 min
The Trauma Thrivers PodcastKirstie Pearce - How Yoga helped me to healThere are many ways to heal from trauma. As I always say, it’s a case of different strokes for different folks. We’re all unique, and our healing journeys should reflect that. A lot of the healing journey is to do with getting back in touch with our bodies, especially if we’re prone to dissociation.This week, I’m very pleased to be joined by Kirstie Pearce. Kirstie is an amazing lady, who has recovered from post-natal depression, Ross River virus and chronic fatigue syndrome after the birth of her youngest daughter.
2021-02-1824 min
The Trauma Thrivers PodcastDr Karol Darsa - 5 steps to healing from traumaI’m thrilled to present Dr. Karol Darsa - licensed psychologist who is highly experienced in the treatment of trauma.When we experience trauma, often our mind and body can become disconnected. Dr. Darsa uses a finely attuned, gentle body-based process to help reconnect these parts back up so that we can heal.Dr. Darsa is the creator of the ‘Reconnect Integrative Trauma Treatment Centre’ – over the years they have helped hundreds of clients recovering from trauma and mental health conditions.We talk about:· ...
2021-02-1235 min
The Trauma Thrivers PodcastDr Karol Darsa - 5 steps to healing from traumaI’m thrilled to present Dr. Karol Darsa - licensed psychologist who is highly experienced in the treatment of trauma.When we experience trauma, often our mind and body can become disconnected. Dr. Darsa uses a finely attuned, gentle body-based process to help reconnect these parts back up so that we can heal.Dr. Darsa is the creator of the ‘Reconnect Integrative Trauma Treatment Centre’ – over the years they have helped hundreds of clients recovering from trauma and mental health conditions.We talk about:· ...
2021-02-1235 min
The Trauma Thrivers PodcastRene Michele - Healing from Childhood Sexual AbuseRene is a mother, transformational trauma coach, child abuse prevention advocate, speaker, author, and consultant.Her memoir, “Battle Scars are Beautiful, from Victim to Victory” has been published on four different continents.Rene’s mission is to help you become your most confident, unstoppable and empowered self, no longer held back by your past.We talk about:· The impact of generational trauma· The power of forgiving others· The importance of having your voice heard· ...
2021-02-0128 min
The Trauma Thrivers PodcastRene Michele - Healing from Childhood Sexual AbuseRene is a mother, transformational trauma coach, child abuse prevention advocate, speaker, author, and consultant.Her memoir, “Battle Scars are Beautiful, from Victim to Victory” has been published on four different continents.Rene’s mission is to help you become your most confident, unstoppable and empowered self, no longer held back by your past.We talk about:· The impact of generational trauma· The power of forgiving others· The importance of having your voice heard· ...
2021-02-0128 min
The Trauma Thrivers PodcastJohn-Paul Davies - Compassion focused therapy for traumaJohn-Paul Davies is a psychotherapist, counselor and coach running a busy, full-time private practice in Surrey in the UK -www.thistrustedplace.co.uk.In this episode Lou and John-Paul talk about Compassion Focused Therapy and how it helps enormously with Trauma. Also, how coming from a place of compassion is one of the more challenging aspects for all of us on a trauma healing journey.For more information on Compassion Focused work John-Paul has written an excellent book, Finding a Balanced Connection which is available on Amazon.co.uk.
2021-01-0840 min
The Trauma Thrivers PodcastJohn-Paul Davies - Compassion focused therapy for traumaJohn-Paul Davies is a psychotherapist, counselor and coach running a busy, full-time private practice in Surrey in the UK -www.thistrustedplace.co.uk.In this episode Lou and John-Paul talk about Compassion Focused Therapy and how it helps enormously with Trauma. Also, how coming from a place of compassion is one of the more challenging aspects for all of us on a trauma healing journey.For more information on Compassion Focused work John-Paul has written an excellent book, Finding a Balanced Connection which is available on Amazon.co.uk.
2021-01-0840 min
The Trauma Thrivers PodcastShari Botwin - The link between trauma and eating disordersShari Botwin, LCSW opened her Cherry Hill private practice in 1996. Prior to starting her own practice Shari worked at the Renfrew Center in Philadelphia.She provides individual, group and family therapy with a specialization in treating trauma, abuse, eating disorders, anxiety and depression. Shari also provides virtual individual and family teletherapy using a HIPPA approved telemedicine platform.Shari holds a Masters Degree in Social Work from Rutgers University. Her second book, Thriving After Trauma: Stories of Living and Healing, was released worldwide November 4, 2019.
2021-01-0146 min
The Trauma Thrivers PodcastShari Botwin - The link between trauma and eating disordersShari Botwin, LCSW opened her Cherry Hill private practice in 1996. Prior to starting her own practice Shari worked at the Renfrew Center in Philadelphia.She provides individual, group and family therapy with a specialization in treating trauma, abuse, eating disorders, anxiety and depression. Shari also provides virtual individual and family teletherapy using a HIPPA approved telemedicine platform.Shari holds a Masters Degree in Social Work from Rutgers University. Her second book, Thriving After Trauma: Stories of Living and Healing, was released worldwide November 4, 2019.
2021-01-0146 min
Learning From Life with Linda Sage and GuestsLearning from Life with Linda Sage & Guests #12 - Lou LebentzLou is the founder of “Trauma Thrivers” a buzzing Facebook group with an online trauma offering arriving soon for people seeking to thrive through their trauma Lou's a psychotherapist, trauma specialist, addictions expert and EMDR clinician Lou also runs “Thrive Talks” a series of interviews speaking to leading experts in the trauma and addiction field helping to educate and inspire others about trauma.
2020-07-2426 min
UKCPPermission to shineGive themselves permission to shine.
In this episode we sat down with UKCP psychotherapist Lou Lebentz to find out how we can all thrive.
2019-02-1537 min