Healing Trauma: Tanya Holland on Therapeutic Techniques and Growth
Through recovery, people realize, as they step away from their destructive coping, they can embrace that life with a new view, a new way of relating to others, relationships just in general become more meaningful...
Imagine facing your deepest traumas and coming out stronger on the other side. In this episode of the Soul Surgery Podcast, Tanya Holland, the clinical director at Soul Surgery Integrative Medicine Addiction Centers, takes us through the complex world of trauma treatment. Holland believes that to effectively treat substance abuse and co-occurring disorders, one must address the root cause, which is often deep-seated trauma.
She shares how her team employs various therapeutic techniques like EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and somatic experiencing to help patients manage their trauma responses and process their painful memories. One of the standout topics in this episode is the concept of post-traumatic growth. Holland explains how positive changes can emerge from negative experiences, touching on five key areas: a greater appreciation for life, new possibilities, personal strength, improved relationships, and spiritual development.
She offers a fresh perspective on how adversity can lead to meaningful transformation. The episode wraps up with a discussion on resilience and the pivotal role families play in the recovery process. Holland emphasizes that family support can be a cornerstone in both trauma and addiction recovery. This episode is packed with valuable insights that could be a game-changer for anyone grappling with trauma or supporting someone who is. Don't miss out on these transformative ideas.