Ep. 40: Birth Trauma: A Whole Body Event

Morgan Bradwell, Licensed Therapist (LICSW), joins me to talk about trauma as a whole-body event, including the role of the body and nervous system as a communicator, especially after trauma. Morgan specializes in perinatal mental health and sexual trauma. She believes we all make sense in the context of what we've been through. And I could not agree with her more. This is an information-packed episode and one you do not want to miss! In this episode, you will hear:- Morgan's journey from cognitive to somatic-based approaches - trauma as a whole person event- the role of mindfulness and regulation in trauma healing- the role of the amygdala in our stress response- temporary stress response protocols: fight/flight/freeze/fawn- how trauma overloads the stress response system - the window of tolerance- hyper and hypo-arousal states- gentle ways to begin incorporating mindfulness into your daily lifeGuest Bio:Morgan is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker on the Alabama Gulf Coast. She is passionate about women’s wellness, trauma recovery, & perinatal mental health. Morgan is a firm believer that we all make sense in the context of what we’ve been through. As an EMDR provider, a certified perinatal mental health specialist, & a certified clinical trauma specialist with advanced training & experience in the area of sexual trauma, Morgan’s approach to individual therapy is trauma-informed & whole-person oriented. In her spare time, you can find Morgan sipping cinnamon lattes, having dance parties with her toddler, & running her psychoeducational Instagram account @the.caffeinated.therapist.For more birth trauma content and a community full of love and support, head to my Instagram at @thebirthtrauma_mama.Learn more about the support and services I offer through The Birth Trauma Mama Therapy & Support Services.Disclaimer - The views and opinions expressed by guests on The Birth Trauma Mama Podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect the official stance, views, or positions of The Birth Trauma Mama Podcast. The content shared is for informational purposes only and should not be considered as professional or medical advice and/or endorsement.