Episode 364: Relationships After Trauma. Laura Brown, PhD

Laura on episode #61 of The Trauma Therapist | Podcast ( https://www.thetraumatherapistproject.com/podcast/laura-brown-phd/ ). Laura Brown is a feminist trauma psychologist who lives in Seattle and has published extensively on topics related to trauma treatment, feminist practice, cultural competence, ethics, and LGBT concerns. First off, a huge thank-you to my sponsors this week: This episode is sponsored by PESI. The latest research from neuroscience and psychotherapy has shown we can rewire the brain to facilitate trauma recovery. Now newly released workbook authored by Jennifer Sweeton, The Trauma Treatment Toolbox, teaches clinicians how to take that brain-based approach to trauma therapy, showing how to effectively heal clients’ brains with straightforward, easy-to-implement treatment techniques. You can get yours now through PESI and with this exclusive offer to save $10 plus free shipping with code JS10. Go to www.pesi.com/toolbox ( http://www.pesi.com/toolbox?fbclid=IwAR3A8w5AeJGsW2nJljJ_3HuK7-kBe-6RzHSbZMAV1fx4MKJ56bnCO8scoJU ). This episode is also sponsored by CPTSD Foundation ( https://www.facebook.com/CPTSDfoundation/?__tn__=K-R&eid=ARC3QCx5ZYafLb2ymRzd4-XkCiKx7ymC5KVvvbzU0rCcUlSXFaYbG_bsAuVlvVkKxU5IenJ6Hy4AAluY&fref=mentions&__xts__%5B0%5D=68.ARCjxznJKFKMhDvfEUAWYKfl-OsYHKquOIdaj4p5NytzkSmfSD4nJ1Bxo0W6fqyFAEvDnqJcW3rWcJX4ayc7638ppx4zLh5mZ7n00blv9aT0dP8DwvNNumn-QFCDF_oFM0ZdEeQZgFAh4QI5IFtyO0OmgD4lop5TpK7-OlzkaVRO6ASfVyBPpwIa6X-y_Bn0tpJQHTGbbmdNByH94YZREjnEHn-lCWVCYdkvyO5ixrYn51Mohi9SCRvzi5W2mrHff62K4wd4rxF_eeQZPpcxrPnPtuSH6X3pnCWJ2oBXEh7uTe39EstFFCvF0KC67hQXJ9GGoZBredV_6Ve72JoQhzJvWw ). CPTSD Foundation has been successfully equipping complex trauma survivors and practitioners with compassionate support, skills, and trauma-informed education since 2014. Daily Recovery Support? Yes! Free Support Groups? Yes! The Healing Book Club? Yes! A Weekly Newsletter? Definitely! Learn more about the CPTSD Foundation here: CPTSD Foundation ( https://www.facebook.com/CPTSDfoundation/?__tn__=K-R&eid=ARC3QCx5ZYafLb2ymRzd4-XkCiKx7ymC5KVvvbzU0rCcUlSXFaYbG_bsAuVlvVkKxU5IenJ6Hy4AAluY&fref=mentions&__xts__%5B0%5D=68.ARCjxznJKFKMhDvfEUAWYKfl-OsYHKquOIdaj4p5NytzkSmfSD4nJ1Bxo0W6fqyFAEvDnqJcW3rWcJX4ayc7638ppx4zLh5mZ7n00blv9aT0dP8DwvNNumn-QFCDF_oFM0ZdEeQZgFAh4QI5IFtyO0OmgD4lop5TpK7-OlzkaVRO6ASfVyBPpwIa6X-y_Bn0tpJQHTGbbmdNByH94YZREjnEHn-lCWVCYdkvyO5ixrYn51Mohi9SCRvzi5W2mrHff62K4wd4rxF_eeQZPpcxrPnPtuSH6X3pnCWJ2oBXEh7uTe39EstFFCvF0KC67hQXJ9GGoZBredV_6Ve72JoQhzJvWw ). Laura is the founder and past director of the Fremont Community Therapy Project ( http://www.therapyproject.org/ ) , a training clinic serving low-income individuals. Though she retired from psychotherapy practice in December, 2018, Laura continues to offer supervision and consultation as well as forensic psychology services. Laura’s second popular press book is Not the Price of Admission: Healthy Relationships After Childhood Trauma ( https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1517683408/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=wescoatrapro-20&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=1517683408&linkId=2206106579a599cfdbac5fd0101016d2 ). Her first popular press book is: Your turn for care: Surviving the aging and death of the adults who harmed you ( https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1478274182/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=1478274182&linkCode=as2&tag=wescoatrapro-20&linkId=7Q2LNLDRS25MBRGR ). Laura is also a late-in-life student of aikido and earned her black belt in November, 2014, on the cusp of turning 64. She continues in its practice. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-trauma-therapist-podcast-with-guy-macpherson-phd-inspiring-interviews-with-thought-leaders-in-the-field-of-trauma/donations