The Hidden Weight of Trauma - Tracey Robison

In this episode of Extending Branches, Dr. Mike Courtney sits down with Tracey Robison, Clinical Director at Branches, to talk about the hidden weight of trauma and the hope of healing. Together, they explore what trauma really is, how triggers show up in everyday life, why grief and painful experiences can stay with us, and how compassionate support can help people begin to heal.Tracey also shares practical ways to care for yourself and others after trauma, from staying connected to community, to meeting basic physical needs, to simply being an empathetic witness to someone’s story. This conversation is honest, tender, and deeply practical for anyone who has experienced pain, walked with someone through loss, or wondered how healing begins.Extending Branches is a biweekly podcast from Branches, a nonprofit dedicated to helping people recover hope, find healing, and experience growth through Christ-centered mental and emotional care. Thanks for joining us! You can find us online at branches.org.