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Trauma Informed

by Jeff Friedman

In this Podcast Jeff Friedman a Ph.D. LCSW Interviews professionals that work in the field of Traumatic Stress. This includes physicians, psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers and other mental health professionals. It is also a platform for survivors of trauma to tell their stories.

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Episodes

  1. Troubled Teen Industry with Tikki

    Tikki shares her experience of treatment at a Troubled Teen Industry program in Utah. Often frustrated parents send their teens to programs out of desperation and are unaware of the trauma that many teens experience as a result of going to these programs.

  2. Jen Deck: Nervous System Hacking

    In this episode, I interview Jen Deck from the https://www.themomspiral.com/. She discusses her journey that led to her work empowering moms to take control of their healing.

  3. Healing from sex trafficking with Pepper Joy Greggs

    In this episode Jeff Friedman Ph.D. LCSW interviews Pepper Joy Greggs. Pepper Joy is a certified Trauma Recovery Coach supervisor. She facilitates coaching for individuals, couples, in tandem with Coach PJ and in groups. Pepper Joy also helps other coaches in their practice to hone their skills…

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  4. Brandi Benson Sarcoma Healing

    In this episode, we have a special guest Brandi Benson. Brandi is an Iraq war veteran and published author. She is also a cancer survivor. Listen in to hear her story of resilience. Learn more about Brandi @ https://brandilbenson.com/ and catch her on IG @brandil.benson

  5. Leading Schools Through Trauma: With Mike Gaskell

    On this episode of the Trauma-Informed Podcast, we have Mike Gaskell as our featured guest. Michael S. Gaskell Ed. D. is a veteran principal who has written numerous articles about practical solutions to challenges and problems in education. Dr. Gaskell presents at conferences, works to mentor…

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  6. Trauma Incident Reduction with Marta

    In this episode of the Trauma-Informed Podcast, we have Marta Iglesias as our special guest. Marta is a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern based in Miami, Florida. You can follow her on Instagram @micounselor or learn more about her on her website www.mi-counselor.com. We discuss a unique...

  7. Denise Bossarte: Thriving after sexual abuse

    Here Jeff Friedman interviews Denise Bossarte about her latest bool Thriving after sexual abuse. Denise Bossarte is an award-winning author, poet, and photographer and artist whose passion is sharing the worlds of her mind and camera. Her daytime job in IT helps to keep the household running. She...

  8. Surviving Domestic Abuse with Dr. Michele Fineran

    In this episode of the Trauma-Informed Podcast Jeff Friedman Ph.D. LCSW sits down with Dr. Michele Fineran. We discuss Dr. Finneran's latest book Surviving Domestic Abuse Formal and Informal Supports and Services. You can learn more about Dr. Fineran here https://www.psychotherapist-services.org/.

  9. Getting Sober with Dr. Burns

    In this episode, Jeff Friedman speaks with Victoria Burns, Ph.D. an Assistant Professor in the Faculty of Social Work, University of Calgary. Here we discuss her own recovery from trauma and addiction. We also touch on the stigma of being sober in academia.

  10. Sober Faust: Recovery with a Jump Rope

    Here I sit down for a conversation with Fausto Castellanos. A person in long term recovery from drugs as well as sexual abuse. He is also a ninja with the Jump Rope. We talk about how jumping rope has been integral to his recovery and sobriety. Here he shares his story about how he met his mentor...

  11. Logan on Juice Wrld

    Here I chat with Logan an aspiring welder from Manitoba, Canada. He is a huge Juice Wrld fan. We discuss Juice Wrld's legacy and how it relates to Mental Health and Substance Use issues.

  12. Holly Wood: Sexual Assault Recovery

    Here I have Holly Wood LMFT as my special guest. My name is Holly and I am a Trauma-Informed Clinical Sexologist. I’m a licensed marriage and family therapist and coach for individuals, couples, and families that are struggling with reaching their full potential. As a clinician, I am passionate...

  13. Recovery from abuse with Leah Summer

    In this episode of the Trauma-Informed, we have a special guest Leah Summer. Leah is a rock star recording artist and also a trauma survivor. She shares her experience of surviving childhood trauma and domestic violence as an adult to forging a career as a successful singer-songwriter. Follow her...

  14. Odeline Jean-Baptiste-Haitian Therapy

    In this episode, Jeff Friedman has a special guest Odeline Jean-Baptise. We discuss how Odeline's experience of being born in Haiti influences her identity and her clinical work as a therapist. Odeline describes herself here: As a therapist, I serve as a hand to guide clients toward developing...

  15. Coming Off Psychiatric Medication

    In this podcast, I chat with an individual about her experience of being on a cocktail of psychiatric medication and discontinuing the medication during Covid-19. We connected with each other on the radical mental health sub on Reddit. This is not medical advice and please consult with a medical...

  16. Rissa Wray: Thai Massage, Yoga and Trauma Healing

    In this episode of the trauma-informed podcast, we have Rissa Wray as our very special guest we talk about Thai Massage, Yoga, and Trauma Healing. You can learn more about her work on the web https://www.thaimassagestpete.com/ and follow her on IG https://www.instagram.com/rissawray.

  17. Wally Green: Ping Pong Saved My Life

    On this Episode of the Trauma-Informed Podcast, we have a very special guest Wally Green. From his website https://www.whoiswallygreen.com/ he describes his life: Growing up in one of the most dangerous housing projects in Brooklyn, at a very young age I sought protection through gangs, guns, and...

  18. Addiction Recovery and Zoom Meetings with Gara Love

    Here is part two with Gara Love aka Gara Steinfeld. We discuss what addiction recovery is like with Zoom Meetings these challenging times. Follow Gara on social at https://www.instagram.com/gara_love/

  19. Trauma Addiction and Recovery with Gara Love

    Gara Steinfeld aka Gara Love is a Psychotherapist in Delray Beach, Florida. She assists clients in gaining freedom from destructive patterns and behaviors, healing from trauma, and working through even the most difficult of times. She believes in creating a strong therapeutic bond and an...

  20. Aspen and Ren Soundcloud Rap Duo on Addiction, Mental Health and Harm Reduction

    In this episode, I chat with Aspen and Ren a SoundCloud Rap Duo out of Seattle, Washington. We discuss Soundcloud Rap and mental health. Aspen speaks of his experience of drug addiction, being homeless, and getting sober. He talks about how he found his partner in music Ren and how they share a...

  21. Jason Zavers: Post Traumatic Growth

    Here I have Jason Zavers on the show. Jason is an elementary school teacher, dad, and artist based in outside of Vancouver, Canada. He currently working on children's book to encourage children to express their full range of emotions. He lost his dominant arm while operating farm equipment about...

  22. Chris Lariche MD: Trauma and Addiction Psychiatry

    This the first podcast I ever recorded. I was lucky enough to have with me Dr. Chris Lariche an addiction psychiatrist as my guest. We discuss Adverse Childhood Experiences ACEs and how they relate to Addiction. This episode was recorded in October 2015.

  23. Nurture Changes Nature and Resilience is Resistance

    Here is a recording of my dissertation defense to the faculty of Family Therapy at Nova Southeastern I present my qualitative research on resilience from Adverse Childhood Experiences. The Abstract of my study is found below: Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) include childhood sexual abuse,...

  24. Toxic Masculinity and School Shootings

    Here is a talk I gave about applying the lens of Toxic Masculinity to the phenomenon of school shootings. I gave the talk a few years before the Parkland shooting occurred. The talk was given at Nova Southeastern University where I received my Ph.D.

  25. Mollie McGlocklin: Sleep is a skill

    In this episode we have Mollie McGlocklin as our special guest. Mollie is the creator of Sleep Is A Skill, a company that optimizes how people sleep through a unique blend of technology, accountability, and behavioral change. The company was born from “scratching her own itch” after a lifetime of...

  26. Mitchell Leff: Mitch Motivates

    Mitchell Leff is a recovery coach based out of New York City. He is sober and has 11 years in recovery. He operates a sober coaching business called Mitch Motivates. He has an active IG https://www.instagram.com/mitchmotivates and you can find him here on the web @ https://www.mitchmotivates.com....

  27. Millie Steinberg: Resilience after tragedy

    In this interview, Jeff Friedman interviews Mildred "Millie" Steinberg. Millie shares her story of how she was able to remain positive after the death of her son who was murdered by accident.

  28. Norman Hayon: Jewban Holocaust Survivor

    In this podcast, Jeff Friedman Ph.D. LCSW interviews a then 93-year-old Norman Hayon. Norman is a Jewban Holocaust Survivor. He tells his story of escaping Nazi Germany via Havana Cuba and then landing in New York City. Norman currently resides in Aventura, Florida, and is 100 years old.

  29. Adejare formerly Stephen Roberts: Trauma in the Marginalized Communities

    Here we have Adejare formerly Stephen Roberts who is a wealth of knowledge regarding #Trauma and #MentalHealth issues and how they affect the Black Community. He has an active Facebook Page and Twitter Account. You can follow him on Twitter @InItsPurestForm . He is working as a mental health...

  30. Chris Grosso: healing addiction with spirituality

    Listen to my chat with Chris Grosso. Chris is a tattooed, independent culturist, freelance writer, spiritual aspirant, recovering addict, and musician. Chris writes for such venues as "Rebelle Society", "Huffington Post", "Intent" blog, and is a monthly contributor on the radio show "Where is My...

  31. Darby Munroe: Trauma and Family Courts

    In this episode of the Trauma-Informed Podcast, we have Darby Munroe as our guest. Darby is an educator and Ph.D. student in Conflict Resolution. We discuss how a Trauma-Informed perspective can be applied to Family Courts. You can follow Darby on Twitter @ @DarbyMunroe

  32. Lauren Brill: The Unsealed Founder

    In this episode of the Trauma-Informed Podcast Jeff Friedman Ph.D. LCSW has a very special guest Lauren Brill the founder of The Unsealed. Lauren's own experience of sexual assault led her to develop The Unsealed. The Unsealed is a media platform that helps people heal through the art of...

  33. Matt Purinton: Healing Chronic Pain

    Here I interview Matthew Purinton a gifted therapist that works with people in Chronic Pain. I am blessed to have met such an amazing man. Matt recently developed a theatrical performance about his life called exposure which brings awareness to people living with disabilities. You can learn more...

  34. Michelle Troubled Teen Industry Survivor

    In this episode of the Trauma-Informed Podcast Jeff Friedman Ph.D. LCSW interviews Michelle Muenstermann about her experience of surviving a Troubled Teen Industry Program in Utah.

  35. Max Weissman Adolescent Therapist Asheville North Carolina

    In this Episode of the Trauma-Informed Podcast, Jeff Friedman Ph.D. LCSW interviews Max Weissman LPC a Therapist based in Asheville, North Carolina that specializes in Adolescent Males. You can connect with Max here http://www.counselingwnc.com/.

  36. Healing Attachment Trauma With Author Kathy Brous

    Jeff Friedman Ph.D. LCSW of www.friedmanfamilytx.com interviews Kathy Brous from attachmentdisorderhealing.com/. Kathy describes her personal journal of healing and explains what worked and what did not. Kathy has a new book about her journey entitled: Don't Try This at Home.

  37. Harm Reduction Conversation with Sturla Haugsgjerd

    Here is a fascinating discussion with Sturla Haugsgjerd a Norwegian writer/activist - Morgenbladet and FHN (Humane Drug Policy Association. We talk about addiction, drug policy, and harm reduction.

  38. Leftist perspective on Mental Health

    In this episode, I chat with Jennifer one of the moderators of the SubReddit r/PsychotherapyLeftists. We discuss the intersection of Leftist Politics and Mental Health.

  39. The Situational Therapist's take on Trauma

    In this episode, we have Derrick Hoard LMFT as our guest. Derrick says that he thinks that traditional therapy is broken. Most practitioners are so boring and have no personality. They are so concerned with "treating mental illness" that they forget how to "have a conversation with a client"....

  40. Aspen and Ren a Soundcloud Rap Duo

    Aspen and Ren a Soundcloud rap duo share their stories of Trauma and Resilience from drug addiction and mental health issues. They are based out of. Seattle. You can check them out on Soundcloud here https://soundcloud.com/lilnormb.

  41. Yeshiva Guys OTD Episode # 3 Eli from Crown Heights

    In this episode, we have Eli from Crown Heights, Brooklyn where he shares history from going from a Yeshiva Boucher to an OTD Dentist.

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In this Podcast Jeff Friedman a Ph.D. LCSW Interviews professionals that work in the field of Traumatic Stress. This includes physicians, psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers and other mental health professionals. It is also a platform for survivors of trauma to tell their stories.

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