195. Dealing with emotional flashbacks and complex trauma with Jeannie O'Carroll195. Dealing with emotional flashbacks and complex trauma with Jeannie O'Carroll
How I quit alcohol
Psychotherapist Jeannie O'Carroll explains CPTSD and emotional flashbacks, offering practical steps for self-soothing.
51:04•24 Oct 2023
Understanding Emotional Flashbacks and Complex Trauma with Jeannie O'Carroll
Episode Overview
- Understanding the difference between PTSD and Complex PTSD
- Exploring the concept of emotional flashbacks and their impact
- Practical steps for managing emotional flashbacks
- Importance of self-compassion and body awareness in the recovery process
- Recognizing intergenerational trauma and its effects
“I think the first step for me that I love is just really that most people get a kind of sense of relief from is just to say, I'm having an emotional flashback.”
Imagine feeling an overwhelming wave of emotion that seems out of place for the situation at hand. This episode of 'How I Quit Alcohol' dives into exactly that with psychotherapist Jeannie O'Carroll. Host Danni Carr and the How I Quit Alcohol Grads group had the chance to sit down with Jeannie for an eye-opening workshop on Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (CPTSD) and emotional flashbacks.
Jeannie breaks down the differences between PTSD and CPTSD, shedding light on how ongoing emotional neglect during childhood can lead to complex trauma. She also discusses what emotional flashbacks look like and how they can trigger feelings of shame, guilt, or even the urge to drink as a coping mechanism. Drawing on the work of Pete Walker, author of 'CPTSD: From Surviving to Thriving', Jeannie offers practical steps to soothe oneself during these intense moments.
Whether you're dealing with your own trauma or supporting someone who is, this episode provides invaluable insights and strategies for healing.
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