Unraveling the Complexities of Trauma: A Conversation with Dr. Cathy Kezelman

In this enlightening episode of "Well, Hello Anxiety," Dr. Jodi Richardson engages in a deeply informative conversation with Dr. Cathy Kezelman AM, a distinguished medical practitioner, mental health consumer advocate, and the President and executive director of the Blue Knot Foundation National Centre of Excellence for Complex Trauma. Dr. Kezelman's expertise in complex trauma brings a wealth of knowledge to the discussion, shedding light on the often-overlooked aspects of mental health and anxiety stemming from traumatic experiences. Together, they explore the importance of trauma-informed care, destigmatizing complex trauma, and empowering individuals on their healing journeys. Join us for a profound conversation that promises to inspire hope, resilience, and understanding. Tune in to discover the transformative power of acknowledging and addressing complex trauma in the context of mental health and anxiety.Find out more about Blue Knot here.  Keep in touch with Dr Catchy on Linkedin here.  ABOUT OUR GUEST:Dr. Cathy Kezelman AM is a medical practitioner, mental health consumer advocate and President and executive director of Blue Knot Foundation National Centre of Excellence for Complex Trauma. She is past director of the Mental Health Coordinating Council (MHCC), past member of the Mental Health Community Advisory Council (NSW) foundation member of the national Trauma Informed Care and Practice Advisory working Group, member of Independent Advisory Council on Redress. Cathy worked in medical practice for 20 years, mostly as a GP. Under her stewardship Blue Knot Foundation has grown from a peer support organisation to a national centre of excellence combining a prominent consumer voice with that of researchers, academics and clinicians advocating for socio-political trauma-informed change and informed responsiveness to complex trauma. She is a prominent voice in the media and at conferences, as well as author of a memoir chronicling her journey of recovery from child sexual abuse: Innocence Revisited- a tale in parts. She is co-author of multiple seminal Blue Knot Foundation documents. On Australia Day 2015 Cathy was awarded an AM “for significant service to community health as a supporter and advocate for survivors of child abuse”.   ABOUT JODI: Jodi is an anxiety and well-being speaker, educator, and bestselling author. Learn more: https://drjodirichardson.com. Order Jodi’s book, “Anxious Mums: How mums can turn their anxiety into strength”: https://drjodirichardson.com/product/anxious-mums/ or https://amzn.to/2YtA3ks. Order Jodi’s book, coauthored with Michael Grose, “Anxious Kids: How children can turn their anxiety into resilience”: https://drjodirichardson.com/books/#order or https://amzn.to/3Bzxn3v.   CONNECT WITH JODI: Connect with Jodi on LinkedIn Follow Jodi on InstagramLike Jodi’s Facebook page   Well, Hello Anxiety is a Postive Media Podcast.    The information provided on this Podcast is for general educational purposes only, and is to be used at your sole risk. We are not liable for any reliance on this information, and it is not a substitute for professional medical advice. We recommend you seek a medical or healthcare professional if you are seeking advice, diagnosis or treatment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.