Trauma Therapy Explained with Dr. Jessica Cooper

Trauma Therapy Explained with Dr. Jessica Cooper

Trauma can be a heavy burden, especially for those struggling with addiction. In this episode of Addiction Medicine Made Easy, Dr. Casey Grover sits down with trauma therapist Dr. Jessica Cooper to break down how trauma therapy works and why it’s so essential for healing. Dr. Cooper, who has extensive experience working with survivors of various forms of trauma, shares her approach to therapy in three stages: establishing safety, processing memories, and reconnection/integration.

She explains how these stages help clients regain control and heal from their past experiences. Dr. Cooper also discusses the importance of creating a safe therapeutic environment and how she helps clients develop grounding and self-soothing skills. The conversation touches on the impact of childhood trauma on adult relationships and how re-enactment of trauma can occur. They also explore the concept of complex PTSD and the differences between single-event trauma and repeated trauma over time. Dr.

Cooper shares her insights on how trauma survivors can reclaim their sense of self and find closure, often through creative outlets like tattoos or art. This episode is packed with valuable information for anyone interested in understanding the mechanics of trauma therapy and its role in addiction recovery. Don’t miss out on this enlightening conversation that sheds light on the path to healing.