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March 5, 2024 43 mins
ILLUMINATING TRAUMA Season 2 Episode 5 Overcoming Silence and Fear: Centrepoint Experience with Dr.Caroline Ansley In this podcast episode, Dr. Caroline Ansley shares her journey on Bravery Academy. From her traumatic childhood in Centrepoint, an infamous cult in New Zealand during the 1980s and 90s, she shares the depths of fear and loss she faced. It was in her journey towards recovery, fueled by resilience and bravery, that she managed to find her voice. Now serving as a General Practitioner serving others through her experiences and talking about the importance of mental health and wellness. This episode also highlights her involvement in Cult Chat, a podcast she co-runs focusing on navigating from high-control groups and the consequences of childhood trauma. The conversation with the host takes a deeper look at adverse childhood experiences and the need for trauma-informed care in health and education sectors. Remember to subscribe to The Bravery Academy podcast for more inspiring conversations. Access ad-free, early access content on Apple Podcasts and patreon.com/thebraveryacademy. And if you have a question get in touch with Emma on Instagram or Facebook  @thebreatheffect @drvictoriathompson MORE CONTENT or to simply support the Podcast: patreon.com/thebraveryacademy WANT AD FREE/ EARLY ACCESS APPLE PODCASTS SUBSCRIBERS MORE CONTENT or to simply support the Podcast: patreon.com/thebraveryacademy Subscribe to "The Bravery Academy" on Apple Podcasts to access early ad-free episodes and be part of a community dedicated to building resilience. WANT AD FREE/ EARLY ACCESS APPLE PODCASTS SUBSCRIBERS Check out Emma’s website to access her free resources such as her breathing quiz and find out how you work with her one on one, in a group, with her Thrive Workshops or on retreat: THE BREATH EFFECT RESOURCES The Bravery Academy is not a licensed mental health service and is not a substitute for professional mental health advice, treatment or assessment. The episodes on The Bravery Academy discuss a range of topics from mental health, trauma, abuse, stress, loss and bravery.  If you are struggling please reach out for help.  If you are in New Zealand and need to talk free, call or text 1737 any time for support from a trained counselor. The Depression helpline is on 0800 111 757 or free text 4202(to talk to a trained counselor about how you are feeling or to ask any questions).  Youthline call 080 0376 633 or free text 234.  You are not alone. PROUDLY PRESENTED BY Sarah Ferris Media on the EVERGREEN NETWORK  Check out more: CONNING THE CON KLOOGHLESS - THE LONG CON GUILTY GREENIE STOP THE KILLING    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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