Trauma and Social Work

Concluding the OCTAVES Method: Healing Relationships With Self & 20 Years of Integration

09 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this final chapter of Trauma and Social Work: A Mother and Son Dialogue, we conclude our exploration of healthy relationships with the self, the ve...

Healthy Relationships Start Within: Boundaries, Growth & Self-Compassion

02 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Trauma and Social Work: A Mother and Son Dialogue, Tonya Octave, LCSW, and KJ Alexander explore the realities of relationships, how...

Breaking Negative Self-Talk: Psychotherapy, Hypnotherapy & Healing Through Social Connection

26 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 44 of Trauma & Social Work: A Mother and Son Dialogue, Tonya Octave (LCSW, Psychotherapist, Hypnotherapist, Coach) and KJ Alexander exp...

S is for Socialize: Building Healthy Relationships Starts Within: OCTAVE'S Method

19 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Trauma and Social Work: A Mother and Son Dialogue, we begin the next chapter in the OCTAVES Method: S is for Socialize,with a power...

E is for Exercise: Trauma Recovery, Body Awareness, and the Power of Movement

12 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 42 of Trauma and Social Work: A Mother and Son Dialogue, we complete our chapter on E for Exercise from the OCTAVES Method, bringing it ...

E is for Exercise: How Movement Heals Trauma, Stress & Mental Health | w/ Makeda McGill

05 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 41 of Trauma and Social Work: A Mother and Son Dialogue, we continue our OCTAVES Method series with a focus on E for Exercise—and we’re...

E is for Exercise: Moving Through Trauma and Stress with Intention

29 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 40 of Trauma and Social Work: A Mother and Son Dialogue, we begin a new chapter in the OCTAVES Method: E is for Exercise, exploring the pro...

The Truth About Water, Supplements & Nutritional Empowerment: Victuals Part 2

22 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 39 of Trauma and Social Work: A Mother and Son Dialogue, Tonya Octave, LCSW, and KJ Alexander wrap up Chapter 5 on Victuals, continuing the...

Breaking Up with Sugar, Rethinking Dairy & Meat, and Hydrating for Healing

15 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 38 of Trauma and Social Work: A Mother and Son Dialogue, Tonya Octave, LCSW, and KJ Alexander explore the everyday choices that impact our ...

Raw vs Cooked Vegan, Food Combining, and the Power of Fruit for Healing

08 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In Part Two of this special kitchen conversation on Trauma and Social Work: A Mother and Son Dialogue, KJ Alexander asks the questions many are curiou...

Healing Herbs, Conscious Eating, and Easy Plant-Based Meals

01 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Trauma and Social Work: A Mother and Son Dialogue, Tonya Octave, LCSW, and KJ Alexander explore the powerful world of healing herbs...

Vegan Protein Power: Amino Acids, Veggie Options & Building Nutrient-Dense Meals

24 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to Part Two of this enriching episode of Trauma and Social Work: A Mother and Son Dialogue, where vegan nutrition meets practical kitchen wisd...

The 6 Tastes for Better Health | Ayurvedic Wisdom, Youth Nutrition & Nut Milk Demo

17 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In Part One of this vibrant kitchen episode of Trauma and Social Work: A Mother and Son Dialogue, KJ Alexander and Tonya Octave, LCSW, dive into the p...

Is Veganism Healthy for Everyone?- Exploring Food, Anxiety, and Healing Conversations

10 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 33 of Trauma and Social Work: A Mother and Son Dialogue Podcast, the kitchen conversation continues as KJ explores whether veganism and veg...

V for Victual: Healing Depression Through Food: Trauma, Nutrition & Mental Health

03 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to Trauma and Social Work: A Mother and Son Dialogue Podcast! In Episode 32, Tonya Octave, LCSW, is LIVE in the kitchen for a hands-on, heartf...

Animal-Assisted Healing: How Animals Regulate Moods and Support Recovery

27 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Tonya Octave expands on how animals help regulate emotions in different environments and where emotional support animals can be most ...

Emotional Support vs. Therapy vs. Service Animals: Understanding the Differences

20 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Trauma and Social Work: A Mother and Son Dialogue, we explore the distinctions between emotional support animals, therapy animals, ...

A for Animals & Playful Inner Health

13 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Echoes Within: A Journey of Mystical Subconsciousness, KJ explores the power of play and how adults can rediscover the joy of playf...

A for Animals & Playful Inner Health

06 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Echoes Within: A Journey of Mystical Subconsciousness, KJ explores the power of play and how adults can rediscover the joy of playf...

The Beauty of Resistance & Free Association

29 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 26 of Trauma and Social Work: A Mother & Son Dialogue, Tonya Octave, LCSW, Coach, and Hypnotherapist takes a deep dive into the concept...

Finding the Right Therapist & Unpacking Psychodynamic Therapy

22 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 25 of Trauma and Social Work: A Mother & Son Dialogue, Tonya Octave, LCSW, Coach, and Hypnotherapist explores how to find the right men...

Rewiring Thoughts with CBT: A Mother & Son Dialogue: Trauma & Social Work Podcast

15 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Trauma and Social Work: A Mother & Son Dialogue, we explore the power of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with special guest ...

🎭 Trauma & Play Therapy: A Mother-Son Dialogue on Healing & Self-Awareness

08 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

KJ & Tonya Octave, LCSW In this powerful episode of Echoes Within: A Journey of Mystical Subconsciousness, KJ and Tonya Octave, LCSW dive deep i...

🔮 The Transformative Power of Therapy & Hypnosis

01 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Trauma and Social Work: A mother and son dialogue, KJ sits down with Tonya Octave, LCSW, a licensed therapist in California and Nev...

Compassion, Ego, & Self-Reflection: Navigating Perception & Positivity

25 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 21 of Echoes Within: A Journey of Mystical Subconsciousness, we conclude our discussion on Compassion and Ego Health, exploring how these c...

The Power of Forgiveness & Kindness: Healing Through Compassion

18 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 20 of Echoes Within: A Journey of Mystical Subconsciousness, we continue our deep dive into forgiveness and its transformative power. Kj ra...

The Power of Forgiveness Letting Go to Heal with Tonya Octave, LCSW

11 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 19 of The Power of Forgiveness: Letting Go to Heal with Tonya Octave, LCSW, shares her transformative perspective on forgiveness and how it...

Echoes Within: A Journey of Mystical Subconsciousness

04 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Echoes Within: A Journey of Mystical Subconsciousness, Tonya Octave, LCSW, joins KJ for an engaging and thought-provoking discussio...

Exploring the Role of Defenses in Shaping a Positive Mindset

25 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

As we transition from February into March 2025, Episode 17 of the Trauma and Social Work Podcast focuses on the fascinating topic of defenses. Hosts T...

Unlocking Personal Health Through Communication and Nervous System Awareness

18 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 16 of the Trauma and Social Work Podcast, hosts Tonya Octave, LCSW, and KJ Alexander delve into practical strategies for improving personal...

Sleep Hygiene & Self-Care Strategies with Tonya Octave, LCSW

11 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this insightful episode of Trauma and Social Work, Tonya Octave, LCSW, shares powerful tips and strategies to elevate your self-care routine and im...

Compassion, Ego Health, and Breaking Patterns

04 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this week’s episode of Trauma and Social Work, we explore the profound relationship between compassion, ego health, and breaking cycles of behavi...

Compassion, Forgiveness, and Ego Health: A Journey of Healing and Reflection

28 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this heartfelt episode of our podcast, Tonya (mother) and KJ (son) continue their deep exploration into the themes of compassion and ego health. To...

Unlocking Personal Health Through Communication and Nervous System Awareness

25 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 16 of the Trauma and Social Work Podcast, hosts Tonya Octave, LCSW, and KJ Alexander delve into practical strategies for improving personal...

Episode 12: Wrapping Up Observation | Journal Reflections & Next Steps with Tonya & KJ

21 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this exciting episode, we wrap up Chapter 1, O is for Observation, and reflect on the key takeaways from our journey so far. KJ dives deep into the...

The Power of Gratitude & Loving Unconditionally | Tonya & KJ's Transformative Insights"

14 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this inspiring episode, Tonya and KJ share their heartfelt insights on the transformative power of gratitude and unconditional love. They explore h...

Trauma, Humility, and the Ego: Exploring Spiritual Lessons Across Cultures | Episode 10

07 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 10 of our Trauma and Social Work series, we dive deep into the transformative power of humility and explore its meaning across various reli...

Exploring Spirituality, Trust, and Secure Attachments | Podcast Episode 9

31 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 9 of our podcast, Tonya dives deep into spirituality, emphasizing the richness different cultures bring to loving God. KJ highlights how yo...

Trauma-Sensitive Meditations: Healing PTSD & Developmental Trauma

24 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this powerful episode, Tonya and KJ discuss the transformative impact of trauma-sensitive meditations, exploring their roots in trauma-sensitive yo...

Life Purpose: A Journey for Body, Mind & Spirit

17 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this thought-provoking episode, we dive deep into the concept of life purpose—asking if it's a journey for the body, mind, or spirit. 🧘‍♀️...

Shifting Perspectives: From Negativity to Positivity with Love and Respect

10 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this enlightening episode, Tonya Octave and KJ Alexander continue their discussion on mindfulness, delving into the impact of negative self-talk a...

Mindfulness Matters: Grounding Techniques for Everyday Calm

03 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Trauma and Social Work: A Mother and Son Dialogue, we dive into the essence of mindfulness and its practical applications in every...

Letting Go with Ease: A Journey in Progressive Relaxation

26 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Tonya and KJ take listeners through the calming practice of progressive relaxation, exploring its benefits for stress relief and ment...

The Power of Presence: Embracing Observation Through Meditation

19 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, KJ Alexander dives into common stressors impacting younger generations and offers his insights on the pressures that many young peopl...

Wisdom and Healing: A Journey Begins with Words

12 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, join Tonya and her son, KJ Alexander, as they dive into the powerful role that books play in shaping our perspectives, fostering resi...

Navigating Trauma Together: A Generational Exchange on Healing

05 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this special kickoff to Season 5, join Tonya Octave and her son, KJ Alexander, as they dive into the heart of Heal Thy Mind: 7 Strategies Towards...

Journal Towards Mental Wellness, Happiness, and Success: What Makes a true Friend?

04 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to 2023, and I made it. I say I made it because sometimes we feel like we are making it, and now it's time to transition into loving it....

Journal Towards Mental Wellness, Happiness, and Success: What activities are you willing to consider for Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer?"

09 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to 2023, and I made it. I say I made it because sometimes we feel like we are making it, and now it's time to transition into loving it. T...

Journal Towards Mental Wellness, Happiness, and Success: Reflect on your diet? What does it say about you?"

02 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to 2023, and I made it. I say I made it because sometimes we feel like we are making it, and now it's time to transition into loving it....

Journal Towards Mental Wellness, Happiness, and Success: What Type Of Play Did I Enjoy As A Child?

25 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to 2023, and I made it. I say I made it because sometimes we feel like we are making it, and now it's time to transition into loving it. T...

Journal Towards Mental Wellness, Happiness, and Success: What Do I Want To Gain From Therapy?

18 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to 2023, and I made it. I say I made it because sometimes we feel like we are making it, and now it's time to transition into loving it. T...

Journal Towards Wellness, Happiness and Success: How Do I Care For Myself?

11 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to 2023, and I made it. I say I made it because sometimes we feel like we are making it, and now it's time to transition into loving it. T...

Journal Towards Wellness, Happiness, and Success: Who am I?

04 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to 2023, and I made it. I say I made it because sometimes we feel like we are making it, and now it's time to transition into loving it. T...