Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes
Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes
812 - Trauma Informed Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Principles
812 - Trauma Informed Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Principles
812 - Trauma Informed Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Principles
Tuesday 25th April 2023
Explore trauma-informed cognitive behavioral therapy principles and understand how trauma impacts mental health and healing strategies.
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Episode Overview
- Trauma affects individuals physically, emotionally, and cognitively.
- Trauma-informed care recognizes the prevalence and impact of trauma.
- Little 't' traumas can be as damaging as big 'T' traumas.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps address trauma symptoms.
- Effective therapy requires understanding both mind and body healing.
Just because something does not meet the DSM criteria for acute stress disorder or PTSD does not mean it wasn't traumatic.
In this insightful episode, Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes delves into the principles of trauma-informed cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). Trauma is defined as any experience that overwhelms an individual's capacity to cope, affecting their sense of safety and empowerment. The prevalence of trauma is alarmingly high, with statistics showing that a significant portion of the population has experienced traumatic events. The episode discusses how trauma impacts individuals across various dimensions including physical, emotional, and cognitive aspects.
Physically, trauma triggers the body's stress response system, known as the HPA axis, leading to various health dysfunctions such as sleep disturbances and altered gut microbiomes. Emotionally, trauma can lead to feelings of guilt, terror, depression, and anger. Cognitively, it alters perceptions and expectations, affecting how individuals view themselves and their surroundings. Trauma-informed care involves recognizing the widespread impact of trauma and integrating this understanding into therapeutic practices. Dr.
Snipes emphasizes the importance of not minimizing the effects of 'little t' traumas, which can erode an individual's sense of self over time, much like water eroding a rock. The episode also explores the case of Sally, who experienced adverse childhood conditions that led to significant emotional and behavioral issues. Sally's experiences highlight the importance of addressing trauma-related symptoms through both cognitive and behavioral interventions. By developing strategies to cope with distress and regulate emotions, Sally can work towards recovery.
Trauma-informed CBT seeks to help individuals like Sally feel safer and more empowered by addressing both their cognitive perceptions and physical health. This approach avoids invalidating past experiences and instead encourages processing and understanding them in a way that promotes healing. In conclusion, trauma-informed cognitive behavioral therapy offers a comprehensive framework for understanding and addressing the complex ways trauma affects individuals. It emphasizes the need for a holistic approach that considers both psychological and physiological aspects to facilitate effective healing.