Thunderbird Partnership Foundation
Thunderbird Partnership Foundation
Ep 30: Healing Trauma, Reclaiming Identity with Shontelle Prokipcak
Ep 30: Healing Trauma, Reclaiming Identity with Shontelle Prokipcak
Ep 30: Healing Trauma, Reclaiming Identity with Shontelle Prokipcak
Thursday 16th October 2025
Explore the deep connection between trauma and addiction with Shontelle Prokipcak on Mino Bimaadiziwin.
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Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
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Episode Overview
- Understanding trauma is crucial for addressing addiction.
- Schema therapy helps separate colonial shame from cultural identity.
- Recovery is not black-and-white; harm reduction is vital.
- Cultural identity plays a key role in healing and wellness.
- Emotions provide valuable information for personal change.
"I've never seen addiction without an underlying cause — it’s always about something deeper."
Ever wondered what it takes to heal trauma and reclaim identity? In this episode of Mino Bimaadiziwin, Carol Hopkins welcomes Shontelle Prokipcak, a seasoned social worker and psychotherapist, to explore the intricate connection between trauma and addiction. Shontelle shares her extensive experience in addressing the root causes of addiction through schema therapy, a method that helps individuals separate colonial-imposed shame from their cultural identity.
Together, they discuss the importance of creating safe spaces for healing and the role of harm reduction in recovery. The conversation touches on SMART Recovery and its practical tools for overcoming addictive behaviours. Shontelle emphasises that recovery is not a black-and-white journey but rather a spectrum where individuals can find their own path. The episode also highlights the significance of cultural identity in healing, encouraging listeners to reconnect with their roots as a foundation for wellness.
Listeners are invited to reflect on how emotions can guide us toward change and how small actions can lead to significant transformations. With a mix of professional expertise and personal anecdotes, this episode offers a compassionate and non-judgmental look at the journey to sobriety. Are you ready to explore how understanding trauma can pave the way to a healthier, more authentic life?