Kina Penelope
Kina Penelope
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and Complex Trauma with guest Robin Wolvek
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and Complex Trauma with guest Robin Wolvek
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and Complex Trauma with guest Robin Wolvek
Tuesday 30th May 2023
Join Kina Penelope and Robin Wolvek as they explore the intersection of OCD and complex trauma, highlighting the importance of trauma-informed therapy.
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Kina Penelope
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Recovery from Trauma
Healing from Sexual Trauma
Healing Relationships
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Episode Overview
- Insights into the intersection of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and complex trauma
- Incorporation of therapeutic modalities tailored to individual client needs
- Emphasis on trauma-informed therapy and secure attachment
- Importance of coping skills, fear hierarchy, and psychoeducation in therapy
- Personal reflections on the profound fulfilment of therapeutic work
I'm so grateful for my job and my clients every single day that this is what I get to do, that I get to see people so deeply and connect with them so deeply and go through the therapy process with my clients on this level and build these very secure attachments with them. It's so fulfilling. And learning about this kind of stuff and doing this work. But yeah, I love connecting with my clients. We always joke, we're for lifers. Even if you end therapy, you are in my heart forever
Have you ever wondered how Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and complex trauma intersect? In this episode, Kina Penelope sits down with Robin Wolvek, an associate marriage and family therapist from Los Angeles, to untangle this intricate relationship. Robin, who specializes in complex trauma, depression, anxiety, and OCD, brings a wealth of knowledge from her extensive training in various therapeutic approaches.
She shares how psychodynamic therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), attachment-focused therapy, internal family systems, exposure and response prevention therapy, and culturally sensitive therapy can be woven together to create personalized treatment plans for clients. The conversation dives deep into how OCD often serves as a coping mechanism for trauma, manifesting in ways that reflect feelings of helplessness and powerlessness.
Kina and Robin highlight the importance of trauma-informed therapy, emphasizing the need for building rapport, developing coping skills, establishing a fear hierarchy, providing psychoeducation, and ensuring client consent. They stress that therapy should never feel like it's being imposed on the client. Compassion and emotional attunement are also crucial elements discussed, as they help clients develop secure attachments and recognize the protective parts of themselves.
Throughout the episode, Kina and Robin share personal anecdotes and professional insights, offering a holistic view of OCD and trauma recovery. The episode wraps up with a touching reflection on the rewarding nature of therapeutic work and the deep connections formed with clients. If you're looking for a comprehensive understanding of how to approach OCD and complex trauma, this episode is a must-listen.