Healing Complex Trauma: A Conversation with Dr. Amelia Kelley & Gina Cavalier
Episode Overview
Discussing suicidal thoughts is crucial for healing. Understanding the differences between PTSD and complex PTSD. Importance of setting boundaries in personal relationships. Various healing modalities like EMDR and brain spotting. Building a supportive network for trauma recovery.
You realise that you've pulled in a lot of trauma people because you are traumatised and we're just over-traumatising each other constantly.
In this episode of Adult Child, host Andrea welcomes Dr. Amelia Kelley and Gina Cavalier for a candid discussion on complex trauma and its heavy aspects. Dr. Kelley, a returning guest, brings her clinical expertise while Cavalier shares her lived experiences, making for a deeply engaging conversation.
Their newly published book, 'Surviving Suicidal Ideation: From Therapy to Spirituality and the Lived Experience', serves as a cornerstone for their dialogue, blending analytic and spiritual practices to address suicidal thoughts and trauma recovery. Despite the serious topics, the episode maintains a balanced tone, ensuring listeners feel supported rather than overwhelmed. Dr. Kelley explains the differences between PTSD and complex PTSD, highlighting various healing modalities such as EMDR and brain spotting.
Cavalier opens up about her tumultuous childhood, abusive relationships, and her journey towards self-healing through spirituality and energy work. The duo also touches on personality disorders, ADHD, and the importance of setting boundaries in personal relationships. The conversation underscores the importance of addressing suicidal ideation without fear or stigma. Kelley and Cavalier stress that discussing such thoughts doesn't equate to acting on them immediately but is crucial for healing.
They also offer practical advice for those supporting loved ones with trauma, emphasising the need for a supportive network and professional help. This episode is a must-listen for anyone dealing with complex trauma or supporting someone who is. It’s packed with valuable insights, heartfelt stories, and practical advice, all delivered in a compassionate and approachable manner. Tune in to understand more about trauma, healing, and the power of open conversations.