#225 |  4 Types of Trauma That Causes Relationship Challenges

Hi everyone, I'm Todd Creager, and in this powerful episode, I dive deep into the four types of trauma that can significantly impact our ability to form and maintain healthy relationships. Drawing from my years of experience working with couples, I'll help you understand how abandonment, rejection, betrayal, and humiliation traumas shape our current relationships and what we can do to begin healing.In this episode, you'll discover:- How to identify the signs of these four traumas in your relationships and understand why you might be sabotaging your connections or struggling with intimacy- Real-life examples from my practice that illustrate how early trauma manifests in adult relationships, from trust issues to fear of vulnerability- Practical first steps toward healing, including how to become curious about your protective mechanisms instead of judging themWhether you've experienced these traumas yourself or are in a relationship with someone who has, this episode provides valuable insights into why we react the way we do in our closest relationships. I'll share compassionate strategies for beginning the healing journey and moving toward more authentic, connected relationships.Join me as we explore these important topics and take the first steps toward making your relationships safer, more fulfilling, and more authentic. Because everyone deserves to experience love without the weight of past trauma holding them back.TAKE ACTION:Todd Creager, LCSW, LMFTTodd is a sex expert and therapist in Huntington Beach.  He provides relationship counseling to couples throughout Orange County including Irvine, Newport Beach, Corona del Mar, Laguna Beach, Seal Beach and Long Beach.  (714) 848-2288.You can find more tips and resources from Todd Creager at:  https://toddcreager.com  Need Help with Healing From Trauma?How most people deal with trauma won’t help you heal and have the life you want.   Todd has created a guide…the 5 Keys to Healing From Trauma.  Follow these 5 simple steps that will help you go from surviving to thriving.👉 Get it here: https://toddcreager.kartra.com/page/optin-5-keys-to-healing-from-trauma Haven’t left a review yet?👉 All you have to do is go to: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lets-talk-about-love-sex-infidelity/id1492757242 and we appreciate your support of this show! If this episode resonates with you, please share it with someone who could benefit and leave a review. Your support helps us reach more couples who are ready to transform their lives.Check out my complete program "From Bickering & Escalating to Connecting & Loving" for more in-depth guidance: https://www.toddcreagertraining.com/loving-connecting-masterclassTodd Creager, LCSW, LMFTTodd is a sex expert and therapist in Huntington Beach.  He provides relationship coaching to couples throughout the world and in Orange County including Irvine, Newport Beach, Corona del Mar, Laguna Beach, Seal Beach and Long Beach.  (714) 848-2288.You can find more tips and resources from Todd Creager at:  https://toddcreager.com  HELPFUL LINKS:Get your FREE copy of Healing Infidelity From The Inside Out https://www.toddcreagertraining.com/heal-infidelity Secrets to a Sexy Marriage:  https://toddcreager.kartra.com/page/sexy-marriage-secrets7 Ways to Divorce Proof Your Marriage: https://toddcreager.kartra.com/page/optin-DPYMBe...