Take the Trauma Out of Healing from Trauma. Don't Become Someone Else's Trauma. Get Help

What if healing your trauma isn’t about finding the right method—but finding the right support for you? In this powerful episode of Intent on Purpose, Laura Hansen Breksa sits down with somatic coach Victoria Duarte to break down the truth about trauma, anxiety, and emotional healing. Together, they explore why cookie-cutter solutions often fail, how even small childhood moments can shape your adult reactions, and what it really means to heal from the inside out.You’ll learn how trauma lives in the body, why you might still feel triggered even when nothing is “wrong,” and how to begin creating safety, self-compassion, and real change in your life.Whether you’ve tried therapy before, feel stuck in anxiety, or are just beginning your healing journey—this conversation will help you understand what’s really going on beneath the surface.Get to know Victoria:Victoria is the co-founder of Healing Arts Center, a practice built around the healing modalities that supported her business partner Mark during his military retirement. With over 15 years of experience, Victoria works as a somatic and mindfulness coach helping military families and civilians find healthy ways to manage stress and anxiety. She is deeply committed to making healing accessible to the Hampton Roads community, believing there is no one size fits all approach. She tailors every session to the individual sitting in front of her and creates a space where people feel safe enough to have honest conversations with themselves.https://www.healingartsvb.com/In this episode, you’ll discover:Why trauma healing is not one-size-fits-allHow to recognize hidden trauma responsesThe difference between coaching and therapyWhy your body—not just your mind—needs to healWhen it’s time to seek deeper support🎧 If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure where to start—this episode is for you.