The Healing Trauma Podcast
Episodes
Help Me Understand Dissociation with Dr. Bethany Brand
26 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This replay episode features Dr. Bethany Brand—author, trainer, and forensic expert in trauma and dissociative disorders. In this conversation, she ...
Mother Hunger with Kelly McDaniel
13 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this replay conversation, psychotherapist Kelly McDaniel discusses her book 'Mother Hunger,' which explores the deep emotional needs for ma...
The Impact of Early Attachments on Relationships With Melissa Callahan
27 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this replay conversation, licensed marriage and family therapist Melissa Callahan discusses the profound impact of early attachment experiences on ...
Parenting After Childhood Trauma With Cath Counihan
13 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this replay conversation, psychotherapist Cath Counihan and Monique delve into the complexities of parenting when one has experienced childhood tra...
Trauma & Stress Responses With Rebekkah LaDyne
31 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this replay conversation, host Monique Koven interviews Rebekkah LaDyne, a somatic therapist and author about her book 'The Mind Body Stress Re...
The Hidden Impact of Parentification With Dr. Alison Cook
17 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
*This new season of the HTP podcast will be a slowing down with an offering of older episodes from previous seasons. In this conversation, Monique Kov...
Healing After Betrayal Trauma With Tammy Gustafson
31 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Healing Trauma Podcast, guest host Dr. Mark McNear speaks with Tammy Gustafson who shares her personal journey through betrayal...
Mother Hunger With Kelly
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, psychotherapist Kelly McDaniel discusses her book 'Mother Hunger,' which explores the deep emotional needs for maternal ...
A Therapist's Journey Of Discovering Complex Trauma With Esther Schwarz
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
*This episode is a re release from an earlier season of the HTP.In this conversation, Monique Koven and holistic psychotherapist Esther Schwarz discus...
Honoring Your Story With Dr. Dan Allender
05 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Trigger Warning: Contains sensitive content & language related to childhood sexual abuse.In this episode of the Healing Trauma Podcast, Guest Host...
Understanding Developmental Trauma With Mily Gomez
27 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
*This episode is a re release from an earlier season of the HTP. It is a wonderful conversation about understanding Developmental Trauma.In this conve...
Your Pain Has A Name: A Journey to Healing with Monica DiCristina
15 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, author and trauma therapist Monica DiCristina shares her insights on the importance of naming pain and understanding one's e...
Generational Trauma With Gina Birkemeier
03 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Healing Trauma Podcast, Monique Koven speaks with trauma therapist Gina Birkemeier about her book 'Generations Deep,' w...
Transforming Your Inner Critic With Dr. Maureen Gallagher
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, Monique and Dr. Maureen Gallagher explore the integration of Somatic Experiencing and Inner Relationship Focusing as powerful to...
The Emotionally Immature Mother With Dr. Lindsay Gibson
10 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, Monique welcomes back Dr. Lindsay Gibson to discuss the complexities of emotionally immature mothers and their impact on daughte...
IFS: Working With Child Part's With Dr. Richard Schwartz
04 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is a re release from a previous season.In this conversation, Monique is talking with Dr. Richard Schwartz, the creator of Internal Family...
Indigenous Generational Trauma : Sixties Scoop with Nakuset
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
*This episode is being re released on September 30 to honour the National day For Truth And Reconciliation.In this episode of the Healing Trauma Podca...
Complex Trauma & Parenting With Sidu Arroyo
25 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
*This episode is a re release from a previous season.In this conversation, Monique is talking with guest family therapist Sidu Arroyo about the critic...
A Journey of Healing With Linda Pevac
12 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, Linda Pevac shares her journey of healing through writing, discussing her three books that explore her experiences as an adoptee...
Complex Trauma with Tim Fletcher
05 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Healing Trauma Podcast, Guest host, Dr. Mark McNear interviews Tim Fletcher, who shares his journey from burnout to becoming a ...
Fawning: Answering Your Questions With Dr. Ingrid Clayton
29 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, host Monique Koven has invited Dr Ingrid Clayton back to answer your questions. They explore the concept of fawning as a relatio...
Fawning: A Hidden Response to Trauma With Dr. Ingrid Clayton
22 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation,Trauma psychologist and author Dr. Ingrid Clayton shares her journey of healing from complex trauma and the significance of the f...
Healing Trauma Through Psychodrama With Dr. Tian Dayton
14 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Healing Trauma Podcast, clinical psychologist and author Dr.Tian Dayton shares her extensive knowledge and experience in trauma...
Healing Trauma: The Body's Role In Recovery With Pat Odgen
08 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Healing Trauma Podcast, host Monique Koven engages in a profound conversation with Dr. Pat Ogden, the founder of Sensory Motor ...
Healing Trauma: A Journey of Understanding With Estefana Johnson
01 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Healing Trauma Podcast, guest host Dr. Mark McNear speaks with Estefana Johnson, a trauma therapist, about her personal journey...
The Science Of Safety & The Polyvagal Theory Q & A With Deb Dana
26 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this rerelease conversation, returning guest therapist & author Deb Dana answers your questions. Deb delves into the Polyvagal Theory, explaini...
Healing Trauma & Internal Family Systems With J. Ashley T. Booth
18 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Dr. Mark McNear as he welcomes J. Ashley T. Booth to the Healing Trauma Podcast. In this episode, they delve into the transformative world of Int...
The Origins Of Complex PTSD: A Conversation with Dr. Judith Herman
12 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
So Honored and thrilled to reshare this conversation with Dr. Judith Herman.In this conversation, renowned trauma expert Dr. Judith Herman and host Mo...
Understanding Complex Trauma and Its Effects With Amber Trejo
03 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Healing Trauma Podcast, guest host Leah Denton interviews Amber Trejoa licensed marriage and family therapist specializing in i...
The Power of Memoir in Healing With Dr. Frank Anderson
21 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Healing Trauma Podcast, guest host Dr. Mark McNear interviews Dr. Frank Anderson, a Harvard-trained psychiatrist and trauma exp...
The Power of Parts in Healing Trauma With Robin Shapiro
14 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Monique re-releases a conversation with trauma therapist Robin Shapiro, focusing on the concept of ego states and their role in traum...
Your Story: A Roadmap to Healing With Adam Young
06 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Healing Trauma Podcast, Guest host, Dr. Mark McNear interviews Adam Young, a licensed clinical social worker and author, about ...
How Internal family Systems Can Help with Shame With Dr. Laryssa Creswell
31 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Healing Trauma Podcast, Monique and her guest Dr. Laryssa Creswell discuss the impact of trauma and the importance of understan...
Brainspotting & Healing Trauma With David Grand, Ph.D.
16 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Healing Trauma Podcast, guest host Dr. Mark McNear interviews Dr. David Grand, the developer of Brain Spotting, a psychotherapy...
Having To Celebrate Your Emotionally Immature Mother With Dr. Lindsay C. Gibson
05 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Lindsay Gibson is back just in time for Mother's Day.About our Guest: Dr. Lindsay Gibson is a clinical psychologist and the author of the Emot...
Saving the Lost Girl with Kelly Jean Torres
25 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, host Monique Koven and author and survivor Kelly Jean Torres discuss the profound themes of trauma, healing, and the complexitie...
The Importance of Safety in Therapy With Simone Saunders
18 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Healing Trauma Podcast, guest host Kimberly Weeks speaks with Simone Saunders, a licensed therapist and founder of The Cognitiv...
The Body's Response to Trauma With Dr. Maureen Gallagher
10 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Re Releasing this informative conversation with psychologist & Somatic Experiencing faculty member Dr. Maureen Gallagher.In this episode of the He...
Body & Soul, Healed & Whole with Tabitha Westbrook
03 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Trigger warning: This episode includes mentions of faith, discussed in a safe and respectful manner.In this conversation, Monique Koven and Tabitha We...
We All Have Parts With Colleen West
21 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Healing Trauma Podcast, we are revisiting an episode which was originally recorded in 2022. My guest is licensed therapist Coll...
The Ongoing Reality of Healing Trauma With Benjamin Fry
13 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Healing Trauma Podcast, Guest Host, Dr. Mark McNear interviews Benjamin Fry, a psychotherapist and founder of Khiron Clinics. B...
Navigating Toxic Family Dynamics with Dr. Sherrie Campbell
28 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Healing Trauma Podcast, Monique is chatting with psychologist and author Dr. Sherrie Campbell. Sherrie shares her insights o...
Take what You Need, Soft Words For Hard Days With Aundi Kolber
18 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today I am sharing my second interview with trauma therapist and author of Aundi Kolber. Her latest book is Take What You Need, Soft Words For Hard Da...
Soft Words For Hard Days with Aundi Kolber
08 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Monique is joined by the incredible Aundi Kolber, a trauma therapist and bestselling author of Try Softer. Aundi will be with us over the the next tw...
Navigating the Complexity of Boundaries with Lauren Auer
23 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, Monique is chatting with trauma therapist Lauren Auer about the importance of setting boundaries, especially for trauma survivor...
The Emotionally Unsafe Mother With Dr. Deniz Ahmadinia
14 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, Monique Koven and returning guest trauma specialist and psychologist Dr. Deniz Ahmadinia discuss the profound impact of being se...
Cycle-Breakers: Positive Discipline With Sarah R. Moore
29 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, Monique welcomes back certified master parenting trainer Sarah R Moore as part of a cycle breakers parenting series. They discus...
Empowering Yourself For Family Holiday Gatherings With Dr. Deniz Ahmadinia
15 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, Monique and her guest psychologist and trauma specialist Dr. Deniz Ahmadinia discuss the emotional challenges individuals face d...
Is It Trauma And ADHD? With Britt Frank
06 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, host Monique Koven and trauma therapist and author Britt Frank explore the intricate relationship between ADHD and trauma, empha...
Cycle -Breakers: Creating Safe Relationships With Our Children With Sarah R. Moore
29 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, Monique Koven and guest certified Master parenting Trainer Sarah R. Moore discuss the importance of creating safe spaces for chi...
Understanding Dissociative Identity Disorder From A Lived Perspective With Adrian A. Fletcher, Psy.D
21 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, I am honoured to sit down and chat with Adrian Fletcher. Adrian is a licensed psychologist, author, and survivor with lived expe...
Complex Trauma Through The Generations with Dr. Alison McClymont
15 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, I am joined with child psychologist and trauma therapist Dr. Alison McClymont. The discussion delves into generational trauma, e...
Red Flag Therapists With Leah Denton
07 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, host Monique Koven sits down with her friend trauma survivor and podcast host Leah Denton. Leah is the host of the podcast Psych...
Permission To Grieve With J.S. Park
01 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Healing Trauma Podcast, Guest Host, Trauma therapist Dr. Mark McNear interviews JS Park, a hospital chaplain and author about t...
Parenting A Child Through Mental Health Struggles With Kristina Kuzmic
25 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I am joined with the beautifully authentic and encouraging Kristina Kuzmic. Kristina shares her own journey of parenting Luca, her son who was struggl...
The Living Legacy Of Trauma With Dr. Janina Fisher
19 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today I am resharing an amazing episode with trauma expert Dr. Janina Fisher where we discuss the concept of the living legacy of trauma. She explains...
The Science of Trauma Healing With Dr. Aimie Apigian
04 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, Monique Koven and Trauma Expert Dr. Aimie delve into the complexities of trauma healing, emphasizing the importance of understan...
Thawing the Freeze: Moving Beyond Trauma With Dr. Arielle Schwartz
28 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this beautiful conversation, Monique Koven and trauma expert Dr. Arielle Schwartz delve into the complexities of trauma, resilience, and healing. T...
Understanding Overwhelm as a Trauma Response with Dr. Aimie Apigian
20 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, Monique Koven and Dr. Aimie Apigian discuss the topic of overwhelm and how it relates to trauma and our nervous system. They exp...
Navigating Relationships with Emotionally Immature People With Dr. Lindsay C Gibson
30 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this second conversation, Host Monique Koven and psychologist and author Dr. Lindsay Gibson discuss emotional immaturity and its impact on relation...
Trauma Healing : Living In Your Head To Moving Into Your Body With Deb Dana
14 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
You cannot to heal from Trauma until you gently learn to become friends with your nervous system. Many survivors have adapted to trauma by shutting do...
Healing From Sexual Trauma With Kindness With Sam Jolman
19 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This is the final episode of the *faith edition* of the Healing Trauma Podcast. We do plan to be back with a new season of The Healing Trauma Podcast....
Refusing To Repeat, Telling The Truth & Healing Generational Trauma With Lisa -Jo Baker
31 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This healing conversation delves into the author's book, 'It Wasn't Roaring, It Was Weeping,' and explores themes of family, trauma an...
Emotional Maturity Through Learning How to Name What You Feel -With Dr. Alison Cook
20 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, Monique Koven and Alison Cook discuss the importance of acknowledging and embracing our emotions rather than brushing them aside...
Mother's Day ~ Attending To Our Sacred Wounds With Dr. Arielle Schwartz
09 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With Mother's Day approaching I'm re-releasing a special episode with psychologist and trauma expert Dr. Arielle Schwartz.In this episode, Mon...
This Is Complex Trauma- Naming What It Is with Dr. Alison Cook
22 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is a recent recording from psychologist Dr. Alison Cook's podcast "The Best Of You' where I was a guest. Taken from her podca...
You Are Safe Now With Tricia Lott Williford & Jana Richardson
09 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this trauma healing conversation, I am joined with Tricia Lott Williford & Jana Richardson, MA, LPC, authors of the book, You Are Safe Now: A S...
Redeeming Heartache With Dr. Dan Allender & Cathy Loerzel
25 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It was an absolute pleasure to be joined by psychologist Dr. Dan Allender and therapist Cathy Loerzel for an incredible conversation about the journey...
Recovery And Healing With Dr. Mark McNear
10 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On Today's healing conversation you are going to get compassionate validation as well as some understanding around the impact of childhood trauma ...
Healing Trauma With Dr. Curt Thompson
06 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I am delighted and to be able to share this conversation with therapist, podcast host, author and psychiatrist Dr. Curt Thompson. We talked about hea...
Dissociation & Trauma With Tamara McClintock Greenberg, Psy.D
20 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tamara McClintock Greenberg, Psy.D., M.S., a beloved returning guest joins me on the podcast today. She is the author of six books including The Compl...
Spiritual Bypassing With Dr. Mark McNear
28 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We are joined again with therapist Dr. Mark McNear to discuss what spiritual bypassing is and how important it is to understand the whole person. Dr. ...
Finding My Words With Dr. Mark McNear
29 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Trigger warning: Childhood sexual abuse. On today's episode I am joined with Dr. Mark McNear, a licensed clinical social worker, and author of the...
Healing from Betrayal Trauma With Michelle Mays
16 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode I am joined with Michelle Mays. Michelle Mays is a Licensed Professional Counselor and expert in treating sexual betrayal and ...
Prayed Upon, Breaking Free From Therapist Abuse with Amy Nordhues
25 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
*Trigger warning: Talk of Sexual abuse On today's episode I sat down with Amy Nordhues, author and survivor of both childhood sexual abuse and sex...
Feeling Safe Is Essential To Healing
10 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I am still in vacation mode and have taken a little break from recording and sharing, however I was inspired to record a short video after I shared a ...
Adult Children Of Emotionally Immature Parents - With Dr Lindsay C. Gibson
19 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today I am sharing an episode to watch or listen to. Dr. Lindsay Gibson joins us on the podcast to discuss “Emotionally Immature Parents”.Dr. Gibs...
Speaking Truth To Power with Rosie McMahan
06 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I had the absolute honor and pleasure of talking with author,counsellor, educator, activist and childhood sexual abuse survivor Rosie McMahan. I decid...
Caring For Aging Parents Who Did Not Care For You With Dr. Tamara McClintock Greenberg
28 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode I welcome back psychologist and author Dr. Tamara McClintock Greenberg. The complexities of caregiving through illness, aging ...
Self-Compassion With Dr. Kristin Neff
21 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I’m releasing an episode from 2021 with author, teacher, speaker and researcher Dr. Kristin Neff. In our conversation, Kristin expla...
Trauma-related Dissociation With Kathy Steele
11 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s episode podcast I am releasing one of the past most listened to episode. Podcast host Monique Koven is talking to trauma expert Kathy Ste...
Predator- Therapist with Emma Stevens
31 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Emma Stevens is back with us to talk about her second memoir “ A Fire Is Coming.” She is a U.S. domestic adoptee from birth and has survived layer...
Strong Like Water With Aundi Kolber
24 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode I had the joy of welcoming back trauma therapist and author Aundi Kolber. Our conversation focused around her brand new book, ...
Trauma & The Body with Dr. Susana Kugeares
14 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today I’m joined with clinical psychologist and Somatic Experiencing Practitioner Dr. Susana Kugeares. We talked about somatic experiencing and how ...
Coping Skills For Complex PTSD with Dr. Tamara McClintock Greenberg
03 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today's guest is Dr. Tamara McClintock Greenberg. She is a clinical psychologist in private practice in San Francisco and a clinical professor of ...
Attachment & Parenting With Dr. Tina Payne Bryson
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is a rerelease recorded two years ago with best selling author, speaker and psychotherapist Dr. Tina Payne Bryson. We chat about attachme...
A Somatic Understanding Of Trauma With Dr. Maureen Gallagher
03 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
l am joined with Dr. Maureen Gallagher, psychologist, Somatic Experiencing faculty member, and Inner Relationship Focusing Trainer. Maureen was my tea...
Losing Someone You Love To Suicide
13 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Trigger Warning: The following episode contains conversations touching on suicide of a partner. On today's episode I am joined with Alexandra Wym...
The Wisdom Of Your Body with Dr. Hillary McBride
03 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s conversation, psychologist and author Dr. Hillary McBride joins Monique to talk about trauma healing and embodiment. She is the author of...
Try Softer With Aundi Kolber
22 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode I am re-releasing a favorite episode of mine from last year. Aundi Kolber is trauma therapist & author of the book Try Sof...
Chandra's Journey Of Remembering
09 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
*Trigger WarningSensitive Content related to childhood sexual abuse. The impact of recovering memories that have been completely repressed for years ...
Anxiety from a Somatic Lens With Ilene Smith
24 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode I am joined with therapist, coach and author Ilene Smith. We have often thought of anxiety as being in our "head" anxie...
The Regulated Classroom with Emily Read Daniels
11 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today I am joined with Emily Daniels, the author and creator of The Regulated Classroom. The Regulated Classroom is a Trauma informed/Polyvagal-inform...
Body Aware With Erica Hornthal
21 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode I am joined with Erica Hornthal. Erica is a dance and movement therapist and licensed clinical professional counselor. She is a...
Believing Me- Healing Complex Trauma with Dr. Ingrid Clayton
03 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I’m joined with psychologist and trauma therapist Dr. Ingrid Clayton. Ingrid experienced abuse at the hands of her narcissistic step...
PTSD and First Responders With Dr. Peter Salerno
22 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I am joined with trauma therapist, Dr Peter Salerno. He is also the author of the book "Fit for Off-Duty:A Manual for firefighters...
Healing And EMDR with Mark Odland
08 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode I am joined with award -winning artist and poet Mark Odland. Mark is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a Certified E...
Widen The Window with Dr. Elizabeth A Stanley
26 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I am joined with Dr. Elizabeth Stanley. She is the author of the acclaimed book, "Widen the Window." Elizabeth had developed ...
Hope & Healing with Kelley Gunter
18 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
*Trigger warning: content includes childhood sexual abuse.On this week's podcast episode I had the pleasure to talk with licensed therapist Kelly ...
Insomnia & Chronic Pain
07 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode I'm joined with licensed psychotherapist Annie Miller. Annie specializes in working with sleep disorders, chronic pain, and...