Take One-Degree Shifts and Free Yourself from the Invisible Cage of Abuse with Dr. Lisa Cooney (Episode #140)

Dr. Lynn Hellerstein of Vision Beyond Sight speaks with Dr. Lisa Cooney, seasoned psychotherapist, trauma recovery expert, and founder of One Degree Shift Academy, to talk about the human side of therapists and how their own underlying issues can affect their approach to their clients. Lisa found her calling in helping others heal from their traumas through her superpower of bringing the yin and yang to her work: the psychological and physical - but it wasn’t a simple path. Having experienced trauma and abuse at a young age, she was aware of “the invisible cage of abuse” that persists in victims, and the subtle effects of counter-transference where therapists’ own traumas can affect their work. She recognizes the need for integrity and accountability for professionals like her to set boundaries and even decline a client when they are dealing with similar issues. In fact, she even did her own work of seeking help in dealing with her own issues early in her career. Ultimately, Lisa’s goal is to contribute to clients’ willingness to actually change, not just engage. By confronting people’s toxicity, she opened the path for communication and healing. Lisa inspires you to trust yourself and make changes, even just one-degree shifts. Take the next right action every day and you’ll realize that these small steps can end up into huge results. Dr. Lynn Hellerstein, Developmental Optometrist, co-owner of Hellerstein & Brenner Vision Center, P.C., award-winning author and international speaker, holds powerful and inspiring conversations with her guests in the areas of health, wellness, education, sports and psychology. They share their inspirational stories of healing and transformation through their vision expansion. Vision Beyond Sight Podcast will help you see with clarity, gain courage and confidence. Welcome to Vision Beyond Sight! Also available on Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Google Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Audible and Stitcher.