Trauma therapy for orcs

Content notes for discussion of different forms of abuse and its impact throughtoutIn this thought-provoking episode, psychotherapist Karen Pollock delves into the complex world of Tolkien's orcs, exploring themes of trauma, redemption, and the human condition. Drawing from their recent presentation at Euromoot, Karen examines the intergenerational trauma and epigenetics that could explain the behavior of orcs, challenging the traditional narrative of them as mere villains. Join us as we explore whether therapy could offer a path to healing for these misunderstood creatures and what this means for our understanding of humanity. #Tolkien #TraumaTherapy #FantasyInsightscontact me on [email protected] Reading suggestions https://existentialcomics.com/comic/175 (The council of Elrond)Tally Jr., Robert T. The Mismeasure of Orcs: A Critical Reassessment of Tolkien's Demonized Creatures. McFarland & Co Inc, 2025. Tolkiens squint eyed orc men Roger Echo-hartGarth, John. Tolkien and the Great War: The Threshold of Middle-earth. Houghton Mifflin, 2003Shippey, T. A. (2001). J.R.R. Tolkien: Author of the century. Harper Collins