Brett Morris, Ashley Grimes, Jason Rudeen, Rev. LC Currie and JR Weaver
Brett Morris, Ashley Grimes, Jason Rudeen, Rev. LC Currie and JR Weaver
Recovery Revolution Live with Pamela Topjian
Recovery Revolution Live with Pamela Topjian
Recovery Revolution Live with Pamela Topjian
Friday 3rd February 2023
Pamela Topjian discusses overcoming trauma and addiction with hypnotherapy and self-care on 'Recovery Revolution Live'.
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Brett Morris, Ashley Grimes, Jason Rudeen, Rev. LC Currie and JR Weaver
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Recovery Reimagined
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Family Recovery from Addiction
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Get the buttons here!Pamela Topjian: Healing from Trauma and Addiction Through Hypnotherapy
Every person in this whole feed right now inspires me, probably more than most of you know that you do, because I'm also always looking for inspiration in my day.
Meet Pamela Topjian, a former nurse, board-certified hypnotherapist, and published author who has faced more than her fair share of life's challenges. In this episode of 'Recovery Revolution Live', Pamela opens up about her journey through trauma and addiction, sharing her unique insights and personal experiences. Her story isn't just about survival; it's about finding hope and healing later in life. Imagine enduring two toxic marriages to alcoholics and dealing with a close family member's heroin addiction.
These experiences, combined with her own mental health struggles, led to a complete breakdown in her 50s. But Pamela didn't let that be the end of her story. Instead, she found a path to recovery that involved hypnotherapy, writing, and self-care. Pamela's perspective is particularly compelling because she has seen addiction from multiple angles: as a family member, a professional in detox and recovery, and as someone who has battled her own demons.
She talks about complex trauma as layers of heavy books stacked on top of each other, making it hard to heal fully. Hypnotherapy became her tool for reprogramming her subconscious mind, helping her to address the root causes of her trauma. Throughout the episode, Pamela stresses the importance of self-care and finding individualized treatment methods. She started writing as a form of therapy and found comfort in reading other memoirs that made her feel less alone.
Pamela also calls for a change in traditional addiction treatment systems, advocating for thorough assessments and personalized care plans. She speaks out against the shame often associated with addiction, urging the recovery community to adopt a more compassionate approach. Pamela's story is one of resilience and hope, offering valuable lessons for anyone facing similar struggles. Her unique blend of personal and professional experience provides a fresh perspective on the complexities of addiction and recovery.