Overcoming PTSD
Overcoming PTSD
#61 How to Measure PTSD Recovery: The Simple Tracking System That Actually Works | Recovery Secrets Series
#61 How to Measure PTSD Recovery: The Simple Tracking System That Actually Works | Recovery Secrets Series
#61 How to Measure PTSD Recovery: The Simple Tracking System That Actually Works | Recovery Secrets Series
Monday 22nd December 2025
Learn how to track PTSD recovery with Brad Schipke's simple system. Measure distress and believability levels for effective healing.
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Episode Overview
- Track your global distress level regularly to monitor progress.
- Focus on one trauma at a time for effective healing.
- Measure both distress and believability levels for each trauma.
- Use simple data tracking methods like notes or spreadsheets.
- Celebrate milestones as distress levels decrease and beliefs strengthen.
"If it's not simple, if it's not easy for me to do, then I'm not going to do it."
How can you tell if you're truly making progress in your PTSD recovery? Brad Schipke, host of The Overcoming PTSD Podcast, is here to help you put a number on it. In this engaging episode, Brad, who proudly identifies as a 'data man,' shares a straightforward system to track your recovery progress using real numbers rather than vague feelings. He dives into the importance of understanding your global distress level and how specific trauma metrics can guide you to healing.
Brad's enthusiasm for tracking data is infectious as he explains how to measure both the distress and believability levels of your traumas and beliefs. With his co-host Kayleen Wright, who has personally triumphed over CPTSD, they make a dynamic duo, balancing technical advice with personal anecdotes. Their playful banter about tracking relationship fights adds a touch of humour, making the heavy topic more approachable.
Whether you're a seasoned data enthusiast or someone who shies away from numbers, Brad and Kayleen assure you that this method is simple and incredibly effective. By focusing on one trauma at a time, you'll learn how to reduce distress levels and build new, positive beliefs, leading to significant strides in your recovery journey. Curious about how tracking your PTSD recovery can transform your life?
Tune in to find out how this practical approach can empower you to take control of your healing process and celebrate each milestone along the way. Are you ready to see your progress on paper?