116: The Therapy Suite with Gavin J - Episode 116116: The Therapy Suite with Gavin J - Episode 116
UK Health Radio Podcast
Gavin J interviews Ralu Otome about her transition from corporate life to somatic trauma-informed coaching, discussing trauma's impact on women and healing strategies.
40:36•14 Nov 2025
Healing Trauma: Ralu Otome's Journey to Empower Women
Episode Overview
- Understand 'functional freeze' where outward success masks inner numbness.
- Recognise how trauma impacts relationships and professional life.
- Explore somatic trauma-informed coaching to reconnect mind and body.
- Learn practical steps like breathwork and journaling for healing.
- Identify signs of survival mode and strategies to overcome them.
“"Trauma is not what happened to us; it's what's happening inside of us as a result of what happened to us."”
Curious about how others navigate their sobriety journey? Gavin J's Therapy Suite on UK Health Radio Podcast is a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding the impact of trauma on women's lives. This week, Gavin chats with Ralu Otome, a somatic trauma-informed coach, who shares her journey from corporate life to becoming a healer. Ralu's story is one of resilience and transformation, as she overcame toxic environments and personal struggles to support women through their own trauma.
She introduces the concept of 'functional freeze,' where outward success masks internal numbness and unhappiness. Ralu explains how her own healing journey began when she realised she was passing on patterns of pain to her daughter, prompting her to break the cycle. Her coaching approach reconnects the mind and body, offering a fresh perspective on healing. Whether you're dealing with imposter syndrome or feeling stuck in survival mode, this episode provides valuable insights into recognising and overcoming these challenges.
Gavin and Ralu explore how unhealed trauma affects relationships, business, and motherhood, offering practical steps for self-reconnection. So, if you're ready to hear how breathwork, journaling, and curiosity can lead to healing, tune in for an inspiring conversation that might just change your perspective.

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