31. Processing Past Trauma | EMDR, Empowering Our Kids, and More with Veronica Del Pino, LCSW

Family law matters can bring up a lot of raw emotions, especially if they trigger memories of past trauma. In this episode, Theresa sits down with Veronica Del Pino, LCSW, to discuss the effect trauma has on our bodies, grounding exercises to work through triggering moments, and how to raise kids that know how to advocate for their own boundaries. Veronica is a licensed therapist who specializes in working with mothers who experienced childhood sexual abuse. From prenuptial agreements to divorce, Modern Legal is here to protect your family at all stages of life. Schedule a consultation with our team today!Some key takeaways from this episode include:Trauma is stored in the body. We might suppress painful memories, but when something triggers us, those memories come rushing back. That’s why it’s important to work with a trauma therapist who can help you learn coping skills to feel grounded in those moments. Encourage your children to have bodily autonomy while still setting boundaries. If they don’t want to hug a family member, or are uncomfortable with the way someone is touching them, advocate for them and empower them to set boundaries for their body.The internet is made for adult brains, not children’s brains. It’s crucial to discuss internet safety with your children and monitor their screentime. The more we have open dialogue with our children about dangers online, the more likely they are to notice it and report it.The Legal Lounge podcast aims to dispel misinformation and downright bad legal information to empower anyone with questions about their family, their children, their finances, their marriage, and the law. As a team focused exclusively on family law matters, we aim to help you not only with the information you need, but also with the hope that your situation has a solution. Modern Legal is a family law firm based in Charlotte, North Carolina. Our Modern Legal team can help you navigate the legal system when the law and your family collide. We help turn confusion into confidence, helplessness into empowerment, and frustration into action. Connect with Modern Legal:WebsitePhone: 704-286-6302InstagramLinkedInYouTubeFacebook LEGAL DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for educational purposes only and the information should not be relied upon as legal advice or for legal purposes.