Episodios

  • Margherio

    Margherio
    Oct 2 2025
    Megan Margherio is a trauma-informed coach, writer, speaker, and yoga instructor based in St. Louis. A survivor of childhood sexual abuse and intimate partner violence, she helps women reconnect to their bodies and inner wisdom through somatic practices, coaching, and storytelling. Her debut memoir, Everwoven: A Reckoning, comes out in October 2025.

    In This Episode
    • Megan’s website
    • Megan on Instagram
    • TikTok: @megan_margherio
    • Megan’s coaching


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    28 m
  • Taking Accountability with Karen Goslin

    Taking Accountability with Karen Goslin
    Sep 30 2025
    Karen Goslin has a Master of Social Work from the University of Toronto and in 1998, she founded Karen Goslin & Associates. Karen is passionate about guiding people toward transformation, helping them process depression, anxiety, conflicts, addiction, chronic illness, loss and trauma as invitations to change, and ultimately discover clear purpose and limitless potential.
    Karen is the author of Yellow Paint: Learning to Live Again in which she talks about The KG Method and how to take the first step toward personal accountability, healing, and transformation.
    Her work draws on evidence based therapeutic approaches and creates safe, deep spaces that enable the straight talk necessary for powerful accountability and meaningful healing. Now, Karen is sharing her insights with a broader audience. She speaks to us with compassion and insight, developed from her personal and professional experiences.



    In This Episode
    • Karen’s website


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    See why Jane is the EMR that isn’t too good to be true at Jane App - Practice Management Software for Health & Wellness Practitioners and use code GUY1MO at check out.

    Journey Clinical: At Journey Clinical, we partner with licensed mental health professionals across the U.S. to safely bring KAP into practice. Our collaborative care model provides prescribing, monitoring, and medical oversight, so you can stay fully focused on guiding your clients.
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  • You Are Not Your Trauma with Robyn D. Walser, PhD and Darrah Westrup, PhD

    You Are Not Your Trauma with Robyn D. Walser, PhD and Darrah Westrup, PhD
    Sep 29 2025
    Robyn D. Walser, PhD, is a clinical psychologist, educator, and internationally recognized expert in trauma and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), serving as Assistant Clinical Professor at UC Berkeley, Director of Research at Bay Area Trauma Recovery, and staff member at the National Center for PTSD.

    Darrah Westrup, PhD, is a clinical psychologist and ACT expert based in Durango, Colorado, known for her work with complex trauma, international training workshops, and leadership roles at the VA Palo Alto’s women’s mental health and trauma programs.
    Today we’re going to be talking about their new book You Are Not Your Trauma: An ACT Guide for Healing from Within, Robyn D. Walser, Ph, and Darrah Westrup, PhD.

    In This Episode
    • Robyn’s website
    • Darrah’s website
    • @walser.robyn (IG)
    • @The Heart of ACT (FB)
    • @Robyn D. Walser (LinkedIn)
    • ‪@robynwalser.bsky.social‬
    • @Darrah Westrup (FB)
    • @Darrah Westrup, Ph.D. (LinkedIn)
    • @drdarrah.bsky.social‬

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    Journey Clinical: At Journey Clinical, we partner with licensed mental health professionals across the U.S. to safely bring KAP into practice. Our collaborative care model provides prescribing, monitoring, and medical oversight, so you can stay fully focused on guiding your clients.Visit join.journeyclinical.com/trauma to learn more and receive a month off your membership.











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    The Trauma Therapist Newsletter: celebrates the people and voices in the mental health profession. And it's free! Check it out here: https://bit.ly/4jGBeSa
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  • Giving A Voice To The Unheard with Trinity Lease

    Giving A Voice To The Unheard with Trinity Lease
    Sep 26 2025
    Trinity Lease is a memoir author from rural Minnesota whose writing is rooted in raw truth, resilience, and healing. Her debut book, Beneath the Silence, explores her personal journey through childhood trauma, addiction, and the long road to recovery.
    Trinity is a proud wife, mom to two amazing little boys, and caretaker to three beloved fur babies. When she’s not writing, she’s working toward her bachelor’s degree in Social Work with plans to become a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC). Through her story, Trinity hopes to give a voice to the unheard and inspire others to rise above their past.


    In This Episode
    • Trinity’s website
    • Trinity's links
    • Trinity on Substack
    • Trinity’s book

    A giant thank you to our sponsors:

    Jane App: A free data import? Now that’s what we’re talking about! 👏
    Jane is a clinic management software and EMR that guarantees no surprises. When you sign up, you won’t have to pay for your data import or onboarding support, and there won’t be any set-up fees or contracts that tie you in.See why Jane is the EMR that isn’t too good to be true at Jane App - Practice Management Software for Health & Wellness Practitioners and use code GUY1MO at check out.

    Journey Clinical: At Journey Clinical, we partner with licensed mental health professionals across the U.S. to safely bring KAP into practice. Our collaborative care model provides prescribing, monitoring, and medical oversight, so you can stay fully focused on guiding your clients.Visit join.journeyclinical.com/trauma to learn more and receive a month off your membership.

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    27 m
  • Facing The Inner Depths with James Jung

    Facing The Inner Depths with James Jung
    Sep 25 2025
    James is a former Army combat veteran who, after serving in combat environments, began his own journey to understanding and treating trauma.
    Now a psychiatrist specializing in PTSD and trauma, James currently serves as the Director of Behavioral Health for ZEAM Health & Wellness.
    In addition to his clinical work, he co-founded the nonprofit Inner Depths Freediving, where he serves as the Mental Health Program Director.
    At Inner Depths, James supports trauma survivors in reconnecting with their bodies and regulating their nervous systems through the transformative power of water and breath, teaching freediving skills integrated with mental health support.

    In This Episode
    • Inner Depths Freediving

    A giant thank you to our sponsors:

    Jane App: A free data import? Now that’s what we’re talking about! 👏
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    See why Jane is the EMR that isn’t too good to be true at Jane App - Practice Management Software for Health & Wellness Practitioners and use code GUY1MO at check out.

    Journey Clinical: At Journey Clinical, we partner with licensed mental health professionals across the U.S. to safely bring KAP into practice. Our collaborative care model provides prescribing, monitoring, and medical oversight, so you can stay fully focused on guiding your clients.
    Visit join.journeyclinical.com/trauma to learn more and receive a month off your membership.

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    In the Trauma Wisdom Circle: Monthly deep dives into trauma issues by world-renowned professionals. Regular self-care sessions tailored for you, including yoga, breath work, and meditation. Stay informed with the latest research and treatment techniques. Connect with fellow professionals and share insights.
    The Trauma Therapist Podcast listeners can join for just $1.00! http://therapywisdom.com/circle

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    34 m
  • What Can We Do Differently with Estefana Johnson, LCSW

    What Can We Do Differently with Estefana Johnson, LCSW
    Sep 23 2025
    Estefana Johnson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and experienced trauma therapist with over two decades of experience in mental health. As the Director of Clinical Training for ARISE Alliance Institute, Estefana oversees the professional development and training of clinicians on Critical Memory Integration (CMI™). Her role involves designing and implementing comprehensive training curricula for mental health professionals to enhance clinical skills, particularly in trauma-focused care, PTSD treatment, and therapeutic interventions. Estefana also develops and delivers trauma-informed programming tailored to the needs of at-risk populations, bringing these services directly into community-based settings to ensure accessible, responsive care where it’s needed most.She is currently a practicing clinician and Dosing Session Monitor at Lighthouse Psychiatry and TMS in Gilbert, Arizona, contributing both to clinical care and research trials exploring the therapeutic use of psychedelics. In This EpisodeEstefana’s websitehttps://www.instagram.com/ariseallianceinstitute/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5MyzV9KBg0eJ0uY88N-zCwhttps://www.facebook.com/AriseAllianceInstitute/https://www.linkedin.com/in/estefanajohnsonlcsw/A giant thank you to our sponsors:Jane App: A free data import? Now that’s what we’re talking about! 👏Jane is a clinic management software and EMR that guarantees no surprises. When you sign up, you won’t have to pay for your data import or onboarding support, and there won’t be any set-up fees or contracts that tie you in.See why Jane is the EMR that isn’t too good to be true at Jane App - Practice Management Software for Health & Wellness Practitioners and use code GUY1MO at check out.Journey Clinical: At Journey Clinical, we partner with licensed mental health professionals across the U.S. to safely bring KAP into practice. Our collaborative care model provides prescribing, monitoring, and medical oversight, so you can stay fully focused on guiding your clients.Visit join.journeyclinical.com/trauma to learn more and receive a month off your membership.Academy of Therapy Wisdom:Ready to revolutionize trauma therapy with Academy of Therapy Wisdom?!In the Trauma Wisdom Circle: Monthly deep dives into trauma issues by world-renowned professionals. Regular self-care sessions tailored for you, including yoga, breath work, and meditation. Stay informed with the latest research and treatment techniques. Connect with fellow professionals and share insights.The Trauma Therapist Podcast listeners can join for just $1.00! http://therapywisdom.com/circleBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-trauma-therapist--5739761/support.You can learn more about what I do here:The Trauma Therapist Newsletter: celebrates the people and voices in the mental health profession. And it's free! Check it out here: https://bit.ly/4jGBeSa———If you’d like to support The Trauma Therapist Podcast and the work I do you can do that here with a monthly donation of $5, $7, or $10: Donate to The Trauma Therapist Podcast.Click here to join my email list and receive podcast updates and other news.
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    33 m
  • Why Our Mental Health System Is Failing Us with Robert Smith, MD

    Why Our Mental Health System Is Failing Us with Robert Smith, MD
    Sep 22 2025
    Dr. Robert C. Smith is a nationally recognized leader in evidence-based mental health care and doctor-patient communication. A University Distinguished Professor of Medicine and Psychiatry at Michigan State University, Dr. Smith developed the first patient-centered method to train medical professionals to build strong partnerships with their patients. His expertise and dedication to reforming mental health care make his book, Has Medicine Lost Its Mind? essential reading for policymakers, health care professionals, and anyone concerned about the future of mental health in America. In This EpisodeDr. SmithDr. Smith’s book: Has Medicine Lost Its Mind?: Why Our Mental Health System Is Failing Us and What Should Be Done to Cure It@robertcsmithX https://x.com/RobertCSmithMDFacebook https://www.facebook.com/RobertCSmithMDLinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertcsmithmd/A giant thank you to our sponsors:Jane App: A free data import? Now that’s what we’re talking about! 👏Jane is a clinic management software and EMR that guarantees no surprises. When you sign up, you won’t have to pay for your data import or onboarding support, and there won’t be any set-up fees or contracts that tie you in.See why Jane is the EMR that isn’t too good to be true at Jane App - Practice Management Software for Health & Wellness Practitioners and use code GUY1MO at check out.Journey Clinical: At Journey Clinical, we partner with licensed mental health professionals across the U.S. to safely bring KAP into practice. Our collaborative care model provides prescribing, monitoring, and medical oversight, so you can stay fully focused on guiding your clients.Visit join.journeyclinical.com/trauma to learn more and receive a month off your membership.Academy of Therapy Wisdom:Ready to revolutionize trauma therapy with Academy of Therapy Wisdom?!In the Trauma Wisdom Circle: Monthly deep dives into trauma issues by world-renowned professionals. Regular self-care sessions tailored for you, including yoga, breath work, and meditation. Stay informed with the latest research and treatment techniques. Connect with fellow professionals and share insights.The Trauma Therapist Podcast listeners can join for just $1.00! http://therapywisdom.com/circleBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-trauma-therapist--5739761/support.You can learn more about what I do here:The Trauma Therapist Newsletter: celebrates the people and voices in the mental health profession. And it's free! Check it out here: https://bit.ly/4jGBeSa———If you’d like to support The Trauma Therapist Podcast and the work I do you can do that here with a monthly donation of $5, $7, or $10: Donate to The Trauma Therapist Podcast.Click here to join my email list and receive podcast updates and other news.
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    32 m
  • The Missing Piece of The Puzzle with Jessica Maguire

    The Missing Piece of The Puzzle with Jessica Maguire
    Sep 18 2025
    Jessica is a trauma-informed physiotherapist, educator and author of The Nervous System Reset, who specializes in nervous system regulation.
    She holds a master's degree in health science and is an internationally recognized nervous system educator and TEDx speaker.
    Her science-backed approach to trauma and burnout is helping to reshape how people experience healing. Through her Nervous System School, Jessica teaches practical tools that support long-term healing, resilience, and emotional well-being.


    In This Episode
    • Jessica’s website


    Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-trauma-therapist--5739761/support.

    You can learn more about what I do here:

    The Trauma Therapist Newsletter: celebrates the people and voices in the mental health profession. And it's free! Check it out here: https://bit.ly/4jGBeSa
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    31 m