Disassociation comes in different forms and affects people in different ways. Our guest, Kathy Steele, has been treating people suffering from disassociation since the 1980s. Kathy is a Past President and Fellow of the International Society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation (ISSTD), and has also served on the Board of the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies (ISTSS). She even helped develop treatment guidelines for Complex Posttraumatic Stress Disorder. Her vast work has ear...
May 23, 2023•56 min•Season 3Ep. 8
Cultural betrayal can have a painful impact on entire groups of people, but there are ways to overcome it. In a continuation of a conversation we started with Dr. Jennifer Gómez, we dive into the concept of “DreamStorming”, and explore the bigger picture of cultural, racial, and gender privileges. At the end, just when we thought we were finished, our producer Christine sparks up a passionate debate on how the U.S. Supreme Court's overturning of Roe v. Wade is a powerful example of cultural betr...
May 16, 2023•51 min•Season 3Ep. 7
We’re going deep on racism and sexual trauma in this episode. We’re also exploring the theory of cultural betrayal, specifically by members of your same race, culture, or even family. Hear how it’s applied to celebrities, politicians, and everyday people. Our guest, Dr. Jennifer Gómez wrote the book on cultural betrayal (literally). Dr. Gómez published groundbreaking work after she developed Cultural Betrayal Trauma Theory as a tool for examining the impacts of discrimination and inequality in t...
May 09, 2023•53 min•Season 3Ep. 6
Dr. Mary Anne Kate is a researcher specializing in interpersonal trauma, attachment, and post-traumatic disorders. She talks with Lisa about her research paper published in 2021, titled: Childhood Sexual, Emotional, and Physical Abuse as Predictors of Dissociation in Adulthood. Hear how Dr. Kate identified predictors of dissociation in adults, and demonstrated that women who disclosed being sexual abused had a 106-fold risk of clinical levels of dissociation. For her vast amount of work, Dr. Kat...
May 02, 2023•1 hr 21 min•Season 3Ep. 5
Dr. Bethany Brand, one of the leading researchers in the world on dissociative disorders, joins Lisa today to discuss her remarkable work in the field of trauma. Dissociative disorders were long thought to be nearly impossible to study or treat, but Dr. Brand’s research is not only debunking common myths but creating tools for therapists and patients to manage dissociation. She tells us about her groundbreaking TOPDD (Treatment of Patients with Dissociative Disorders) Study, how it was developed...
Apr 25, 2023•49 min•Season 3Ep. 4
Licensed Clinical Social Worker and EMDR & complex trauma expert Michael Coy joins Lisa in this episode to continue this season’s discussion on dissociation. Michael tells us how he learned about trauma and what drew him to dedicate his practice to people coping with the impacts of complex trauma and dissociation. We also discuss how dissociation can impact the practice of EMDR and the different modes of thought among practitioners on how to use the treatment with patients experiencing disso...
Apr 18, 2023•42 min•Season 3Ep. 3
Megan Zipin - mother, wife, marathon runner, poet, and survivor of the Boston Marathon bombings - joins host Lisa D for this episode of How We Can Heal. They discuss how the trauma of the bombings manifested physically and mentally for Megan over the last ten years since the attack, how she has found healing through yoga, writing, and helping others, and what she wants to teach her young children about resilience and hope. She also reads several selections from her upcoming book of poetry "First...
Apr 11, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Season 3Ep. 2
Dissociation is a common element of trauma that’s rarely discussed but should be. Kicking off Season 3 of How We Can Heal, host Lisa D gives us an introduction to the concept and causes of dissociation, as well as a preview of the new season dedicated to exploring this subject. Lisa also shares her view on the messaging and application of the increasingly popular trauma treatment EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing), and specifically her response to how it was discussed on an epi...
Apr 11, 2023•41 min•Season 3Ep. 1
In Season 3 of How We Can Heal is about Dissociation and Dissociative disorders. Dissociative disorders involve experiencing a disconnection and lack of continuity between thoughts, memories, surroundings, actions and identity. Dissociative disorders usually develop as a reaction to trauma and help keep difficult memories at bay. Symptoms — ranging from amnesia to alternate identities — depend in part on the type of dissociative disorder you have. Times of stress can temporarily worsen symptoms,...
Apr 11, 2023•2 min0
Today on the How We Can Heal Podcast, Lisa Danylchuk chats with the inspiration and "seed planter" behind the podcast, Mr. Alex Castellanos. The pair dive into memorable moments, how the podcast flowered from its seed, and what to expect for Season 3. So let's get reflecting with Alex. 06:02 Season 2 Healing Takeaways 12:14 Why Lisa started the podcast 19:43 What to expect for Season 3 25:45 What gives Lisa hope Enjoying the podcast? Tell me how to make it even better: https://forms.gle/qyhuMJhb...
Oct 11, 2022•36 min•Season 2Ep. 13
Today on the How We Can Heal Podcast , Lisa Danylchuk chats with Jennifer Freyd, Ph.D., a researcher, author, educator, speaker and so much more. The pair discuss Freyd’s path to finding the Center for Institutional Courage, how the connections we have to institutions affect us, and her research on DARVO. Now, let’s wrap up Season 2 and get talking about how we can heal. About Jennifer Freyd: Jennifer J. Freyd, PhD, is a researcher, author, educator, and speaker. Freyd is the Founder and Preside...
Sep 20, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Season 2Ep. 12
Today on the How We Can Heal Podcast , Lisa Danylchuk chats with New York State Licensed Psychologist, Professor, Author (and more) Sheldon Itzkowitz. The pair go in-depth on Dissociation, Sheldon’s work with DID patients and discrimination, understanding evil, and more. Tune in to keep talking about how we can heal. Outline of the episode: [04:21] How Dr. Itzkowitz chose his career in Psychology [12:12] We’re not Freud bashing, but… [26:40] Working with DID patients and why it’s meaningful [37:...
Sep 13, 2022•1 hr 22 min•Season 2Ep. 11
Today on the How We Can Heal Podcast , Lisa Danylchuk chats with Love Story Yoga Founder, Stephanie Snyder. The pair dive into yoga's role in trauma recovery, Stephanie's work with the San Francisco Police Department, and incorporating yoga philosophy into everyday life for personal growth. So let’s get talking about how we can heal. Outline of the episode: [03:58] When yoga entered Stephanie's life [15:54] Her path to teaching yoga [20:12] Teaching yoga to the San Francisco Police department [3...
Sep 06, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Season 2Ep. 10
Today on the How We Can Heal Podcast , Lisa Danylchuk continues her chat with 'Chill & Prosper' Author Denise Duffield-Thomas. The pair had such an in-depth conversation part 2 was a must, so let's pick up where they left off and continue the conversation. About Denise Duffield-Thomas: Denise Duffield-Thomas is the money mentor for the new wave of online entrepreneurs who want to make money and change the world. She helps entrepreneurs charge premium prices, release the fear of money and cre...
Aug 30, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Season 2Ep. 9
Today on the How We Can Heal Podcast , Lisa Danylchuk chats with Chill and Prosper Author Denise Duffield-Thomas. The pair dive into all things money culture, developing your strong money mindset and creating a work-life balance around the way you want to live . Their discussion went so in-depth the episode is split into two parts. Stay tuned next week for PART 2. About Denise Duffield-Thomas: Denise Duffield-Thomas is the money mentor for the new wave of online entrepreneurs who want to make mo...
Aug 23, 2022•1 hr 8 min•Season 2Ep. 8
Today on the How We Can Heal Podcast , Lisa Danylchuk speaks with Carrie Owerko, founder of The Playground. Tune in to hear the pair discuss all things PLAY, their love of dance, and how movement can heal. Listen on Apple | Spotify | Google | Amazon About Carrie Owerko: Carrie Owerko is renowned yoga and movement teacher with a vast international following. She has travelled throughout Europe, Asia, Australia, and North and South America to share her unique interdisciplinary approach, which weav...
Aug 16, 2022•1 hr 13 min
Today on the How We Can Heal Podcast , Lisa Danylchuk speaks with Brave Thinking Institute Health & Wellbeing Division Founder and TRANSCENDANCE creator, Jennifer Joy Jiménez. The pair come together bonding over their joy of moving the body and overall well-being. Tune in to hear their discussion on tapping into your inner movement, creating your own path towards healing, and Jennifer’s entrepreneurial journey. About Jennifer Joy Jiménez: Jennifer Joy Jiménez is the Founder of the Health &am...
Aug 09, 2022•1 hr 10 min
Today on the How We Can Heal Podcast , Lisa Danylchuk and Zabie Yamasaki discuss healing through trauma-informed yoga. Zabie walks us through her start in yoga and her path to helping survivors with her trauma-informed yoga program and curriculum. About Zabie Yamasaki: Zabie is the Founder of Transcending Sexual Trauma through Yoga , an organization that offers trauma-informed yoga to survivors, consultation for universities and trauma agencies, and training for healing professionals. Zabie has ...
Aug 02, 2022•1 hr 7 min
Today on the How We Can Heal Podcast , Lisa Danylchuk and Nityda Gessel discuss a path towards healing with a trauma-conscious yoga approach. Nityda shares more on her Trauma Conscious Yoga Method and motivational words to help you towards healing. About Nityda Gessel: Nityda Gessel, LCSW, E-RYT, is a mother, licensed somatic psychotherapist, trauma specialist, yoga educator, speaker, author, and heart-centered activist, residing on the unceded land of the Chesepian people, commonly known as Vir...
Jul 26, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Today on the How We Can Heal Podcast , Lisa Danylchuk and Erica Chang come together to discuss their love of yoga. The pair talk about their experience working with traumatized youth, practicing yoga to feel grounded, and what teaching looks like today. About Erica Chang: Erica has practiced yoga since 2010 and completed her 200 hour yoga teacher certification with Pamela Higley at Samdhana Karana Yoga. She has also completed the Yoga Behind Bars training and volunteered at Remann Hall, teaching...
Jul 19, 2022•53 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Today on the How We Can Heal Podcast , Lisa Danylchuk, and Rha Goddess discuss society's relationship with money, the issue with Capitalism, and paving the way to a successful and fulfilling life. The entrepreneurial soul coach helps us better understand ourselves with her unique methodology. Listen on Apple | Spotify | Google | Amazon About Rha Goddess: Rha Goddess is the entrepreneurial soul coach behind hundreds of breakthrough changemakers, cultural visionaries and social entrepreneurs. From...
Jul 12, 2022•1 hr 21 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Today on the How We Can Heal Podcast , Lisa Danylchuk, and Lynette Danylchuk break down trauma, dissociation & intergenerational resilience. Lynette, who I call Noonaheeyot (my sweet mama) helps us understand dissociation and what we can do to heal through these hard times. Listen on Apple | Spotify | Google | Amazon About Lynette Danylchuk: Lynette Danylchuk, PhD., is a Clinical Psychologist who has worked in the field of trauma and dissociation for over 30 years. She has worked with people...
Jul 05, 2022•1 hr 13 min•Season 2Ep. 1
In this episode of How We Can Heal, Lisa Danylchuk pauses to a look back at where we've been during Season One. So, come with us as we select some of our favorite moments. We started with Gabby Bernstein, where we talked about trauma, dissociation, and what it means to have H appy Days . We go on to hear from Kris Carr, Suzanne O'Brien, Guy MacPherson, Kira Willey, Tricia Huffman, Heather Hall, Rosita Cortizo, Christine Forner, Delia Ginorio, Dui Turner and Meghan Zipin. It has been an absolute ...
Jun 07, 2022•40 min•Season 1Ep. 14
The tragedy in Uvalde, TX, that claimed the lives of 19 students and two teachers has many people feeling confused, angry, and deeply sad. Licensed psychotherapist and founder of the Center for Yoga and Trauma Recovery Lisa Danylchuk has an open conversation discussing how you and why people may be feeling this traumatized and what they can do to help. "We just go into shutdown and overwhelm in the face of a really massive disaster. And that's actually biologically wired. It's supernormal. So if...
May 31, 2022•40 min
Today on How We Can Heal Podcast, Lisa Danylchuk and Meghan Zipin talk about how yoga helps address stress caused by extreme events. Boston Marathon is one of the major world marathon events hosted annually. But aside from being a world event, the Boston Marathon became even more famous because of what happened in 2013. Here, Meghan shares her first-hand experience of the 2013 Boston Marathon Bombing, what she struggled with in having PTSD, and what trauma-informed yoga means to people like her ...
May 24, 2022•54 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Today on How We Can Heal Podcast, Lisa Danylchuk, and Dui Turner talks about how yoga impacted her life as a woman in the military and her students' life on a bigger picture. As someone in her 40s, who's been in service for 25 years, Dui helps us understand how yoga can be carried through everything, how she champions women's inclusion and leadership, and about her upcoming book that talks about the science, the art, and the you of teaching yoga in the military. Yoga in Context "Yoga is a spectr...
May 17, 2022•1 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Today on the How We Can Heal Podcast, Lisa Danylchuk sits with Delia Ginorio to unfold the realities of working in the field of violence interception. In her experience and the experiences she's listened to, healing clearly is a journey. For everyone, it is lifelong work. In this talk, Delia shares the limitations and boundaries she sets for herself in survivor restoration. She also speaks on the areas she struggles at in work, how she determines when to work and when to walk away, and the piece...
May 10, 2022•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Today on How We Can Heal Podcast, Lisa Danylchuk and Christine Forner break down dissociation, mindfulness, and securefulness . Even before becoming a therapist, Christine had always been exposed to trauma work. As she words it, Christine is someone whose more centered when around other people's challenges. Today, Christine helps us understand what securefulness means, the challenges to mindfulness and dissociation, why she believes mindfulness is our parent brain as humans, and much more. Disso...
May 03, 2022•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Today on How We Can Heal Podcast, Lisa Danylchuk talks to Dr. Rosita Cortizo about her approach to helping women and moms heal internally through simple and subtle ways. For Dr. Rosita, a mother must know how to take care of herself. And that covers all aspects of well-being. But how can one mom start when there's just so much asked for from mothers? Dr. Rosita shares how volunteer work opened her to her current field of specialty, how trauma affects motherhood and womanhood, and why it's all-im...
Apr 26, 2022•54 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Today on How We Can Heal Podcast, Lisa Danylchuk talks to Dr. Heather Hall about the different staggering studies that show the factors that affect trauma and dissociation and how some psychiatric practices disserve the treatment of trauma. Should trauma treatment be treated like checking boxes off a list? Dr. Heather helps us understand the ethnic density effect, how neighborhood environments affect dark-skinned immigrants in London, and how support systems can never be overlooked in treating t...
Apr 19, 2022•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 7
