Michelle Chaffardet

The Mindful Space

Michelle Chaffardet

  • Living with PTSD - Elenna and Joelle

Living with PTSD - Elenna and Joelle

Friday 12th January 2024

Join Michelle Chaffardet with guests Elena Breese and Joelle Maletis as they discuss living with PTSD, offering insights and coping strategies.
47 minutes
Informative
Empowering
Supportive
Hopeful
Authentic

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The Mindful Space
Author:
Michelle Chaffardet
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Categories:
Mindful Recovery
Healing from Sexual Trauma
Healing Relationships
Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
Innovative Healing Arts
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PTSD Uncovered: Insights from a Survivor and a Therapist

Episode Overview

  • Insights into living with PTSD from survivor Elena and therapist Joelle
  • Debunking myths and offering practical coping strategies for triggers
  • Importance of social support and post-traumatic growth
  • Sharing hope and encouragement for healing through resources and tools
Trauma doesn't make you better. It's a thing. There's something out there that resonates with you, something for you. It may not be the one thing, but there's hope for healing.
Imagine surviving a traumatic event like the Boston Marathon bombing and then navigating life with PTSD. That's the reality for Elena Breese, who shares her journey in this episode of 'The Mindful Space'. Host Michelle Chaffardet sits down with Elena and therapist Joelle Maletis to shed light on the often misunderstood world of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). The conversation is a blend of personal experiences and professional insights, making it both heartfelt and informative.
Joelle, with her extensive background in trauma therapy, breaks down the complexities of PTSD, while Elena's story brings a raw, human perspective to the discussion. They tackle everything from recognizing the signs of PTSD to debunking common myths and offering practical coping strategies. This episode isn't just about understanding PTSD; it's about finding strength, support, and hope in the face of trauma.
Whether you're personally affected by PTSD or want to support someone who is, this episode offers valuable takeaways that can make a real difference.