Ritual Abuse Effects on Mental Health with Maddie CaballoRitual Abuse Effects on Mental Health with Maddie Caballo
Mental Health News Radio
For this show we delve more into Maddie's experience of having grown up in a cult and experiencing ritual abuse. She'll be doing her own series on Mental Health News Radio so we'll look for more discussions about her experiences. Maddie
48:48•26 Sept 2018
Healing Through Horses: Maddie Caballo's Journey from Cult Trauma to Recovery
“And I think, too, for people that you've had other people, like we talked about a little bit earlier, you've had a lot of people put their stuff on you to carry. And when I'm with them or with my horse, I think she totally understands what it means to be a big carrier of of other things other than herself, in a physical way.”
Imagine growing up in a cult and enduring ritual abuse—this is the reality Maddie Caballo faced. In this eye-opening episode of Mental Health News Radio, Maddie opens up about her harrowing past and the unique path she took toward healing. As an Education and Equine Facilitated Learning Specialist, Maddie has over 25 years of experience in education, but it's her personal journey through trauma that truly captivates.
She delves into how equine facilitated learning became a cornerstone of her recovery, providing a therapeutic avenue that traditional methods couldn't match. Through her story, you'll gain insights into the power of self-care, the challenges of forming relationships after trauma, and the often misunderstood world of mental health therapy. Maddie's work with horses isn't just about riding; it's about creating a safe space for emotional and psychological healing.
She shares breathing techniques and other tools that have helped her manage Dissociative Identity Disorder, offering hope to anyone grappling with their own mental health struggles. This episode is a must-listen for those interested in unconventional yet profoundly effective approaches to trauma recovery.
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