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Strong Tower Mental Health with Heidi Mortenson

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  • 135. What Happened to You? How to Be Trauma Informed

135. What Happened to You? How to Be Trauma Informed

Monday 4th September 2023

Join Heidi Mortenson as she unpacks what it means to be trauma-informed, offering tips on empathy, understanding triggers, and creating supportive environments.
28 minutes
Hopeful
Empowering
Informative
Compassionate
Healing

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Strong Tower Mental Health with Heidi Mortenson
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Healing Relationships
Healing from Sexual Trauma
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Heidi Mortenson on Embracing Trauma Awareness for Deeper Connections

Episode Overview

  • Understanding the basics of trauma and triggers is crucial for a trauma-informed approach
  • Self-reflection and education are instrumental in creating a supportive and compassionate environment
  • Listening with empathy before offering judgment or solutions is key to helping individuals dealing with trauma
  • Standing in the gap and interceding for those who have experienced trauma can foster healing and hope
  • Practicing curiosity and wonder, and avoiding judgmental attitudes, can significantly impact interactions with trauma survivors
Holy Spirit, I thank you, God, for the people listening here today, that they have moved into a place of being more trauma-informed, that they are moving into a place of being more curious, to turning to wonder.
Have you ever wondered how to better support someone who’s been through trauma? In this episode, Heidi Mortenson, a seasoned Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, sheds light on what it truly means to be trauma-informed. Heidi breaks down the concept with practical advice and heartfelt stories, making it clear why understanding trauma is crucial in our everyday interactions. Whether at home, work, or within the community, being trauma-informed can transform relationships and promote healing.
She offers nine actionable tips that emphasize empathy, patience, and the importance of listening without judgment. Heidi also discusses the impact of triggers and the need for self-reflection and education in fostering a compassionate environment. Her insights are not just about awareness; they’re about creating spaces where those who’ve faced trauma feel understood and supported. If you’re looking to deepen your connections and offer genuine support to those around you, this episode is a must-listen.