Episode 32: On Complex PTSD and the Perception of Brokenness | Guest: Whitney Alexander, LMFT

In this episode of the Therapists' Take Podcast, we are joined by Whitney Alexander, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, EMDR therapist and consultant, and founder of the Warren Alexander Group. Whitney brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in trauma therapy, particularly in addressing the complexities of PTSD. Today, we’ll explore the profound impact of Complex PTSD and delve into the feelings of brokenness that often accompany it. Join us for an insightful discussion on how to navigate the journey of healing from deep emotional wounds.

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Here some of the topics you'll hear discussed in this episode:

• What Is Complex PTSD
• The Concept of Mis-Attunement
• The Concept of Emotional Flashbacks
• "Being Seen" as It Relates to Complex PTSD
• "Brokenness" and the Impact on Self
• Guilt vs [Toxic] Shame
• Childhood Origins and the Power of Repair
• No One Wants a Sad Story
• Therapeutic Approaches and Building Your Team
• Practical Steps Toward Healing and Resiliency _________

Books:

Complex PTSD: From Surviving to Thriving by Pete Walker - https://amzn.to/3WEkoctHealing the Shame that Binds You - https://amzn.to/3Agxwgr

What Happened to You by Bruce Perry & Oprah Winfrey - https://amzn.to/3WWFd3X

What My Bones Know: A Memoir of Healing from Complex Trauma by Stephanie Foo - https://amzn.to/3YFj8s6

The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma by Bessel Van Der Kolk - https://amzn.to/4dFc2Iv

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Learn More About Our Guest - https://warrenalexandergroup.com/our-staff Check our Link Tree for more great content - https://linktr.ee/familysolutionsok

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Therapy Resources:

Therapist Directory: https://www.psychologytoday.com

EMDR Therapist Directory - https://www.emdria.org/find-an-emdr-therapist/

IFS Therapist Directory - https://ifs-institute.com/practitioners

Somatic Experiencing - https://directory.traumahealing.org/

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About the Hosts

Carrie and Josh are both licensed marital and family therapists (LMFT) that specialize in betrayal trauma recovery. You can read more about them and the work they do on their practice website -https://www.familysolutionsok.com.

Follow us on our other platforms which include instagram and apple podcasts. Links can be found on our Link Tree - https://www.linktr.ee/familysolutionsok

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Additionally, check out Mary & Josie’s new podcast by Family Solutions Media called, “Are You in session?” In this podcast, Mary & Josie welcome you into their minds, friendship, and their ever “shrinking” world. You can find it on YouTube (@RecoveryTV4u), Apple Podcast, Spotify, and a variety of other podcast platforms.

And, stay tuned for the newest Family Solutions Media podcast to enter the podcasting universe - Poetry in Layers. In this podcast, therapist, author, and spoken word artist, Carl Patterson, will perform a series of poems with a unique mental health flavor. You don’t want to miss it. So stay tuned.

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