Healing Trauma Through Connection: A Conversation on Friendship, Pain, and Resilience

In this heartfelt episode, host Lena welcomes her dear friend Courtney Dunne, PhD, a counseling psychologist, for an intimate discussion about navigating life's physical challenges.

Courtney grew up in a small Massachusetts town and slowly made her way out to Colorado to pursue her doctorate in counseling psychology. Throughout her life, sports have played a foundational role in maintaining physical and emotional well-being and experiencing connection with others and nature. She enjoys the outdoors in Colorado, whether hiking, skiing, or exploring local parks with her dog, Hazel! Professionally, Courtney has worked in various healthcare settings, including university counseling centers and residential treatment centers, and has training in substance use interventions at the individual and community levels. She values a holistic approach to health for herself and her clients and attempts to incorporate aspects of mindfulness and community healing practices into her life. Courtney is passionate about advocating for justice in the healthcare system. She hopes to grow her knowledge about traditional healing and Eastern medicine practices as her journey in this field continues! 

From shared ACL surgeries to chronic conditions, they explore the intersection of friendship and healing, while offering wisdom on finding joy despite ongoing health struggles. Through laughter, vulnerability, and deep understanding, their conversation illuminates how meaningful connections can help us through our most challenging bodily journeys.

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