Unspoken - The Trauma Informed Podcast

Healing the Heroes with Bequi Livingston

Our guest today is a retired Wildland Firefighter and Wildland Fire Health and Safety Specialist with over 30 years of experience in the field. After a career spent battling some of the most dangerous fires in the world, they were forced to retire in 2018 due to the debilitating effects of complex post-traumatic stress (C-PTS), complicated grief, and an autoimmune disorder.
Despite the challenges faced in their own life, our guest has turned their pain into purpose. With over 40 years of experience in health, fitness, and wellness, they now specialize in First Responder health and wellness, focusing on the profound impact of traumatic stress. A certified expert in Traumatic Stress, they are passionate about paying it forward, helping fellow first responders understand the effects of trauma and how to heal.
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Journey of a Clinical Mental Health Counseling Student with Chassity Hamilton

Chassity Hamilton is a Clinical Mental Health Counseling graduate student at Louisiana State University, where she contributes as a Graduate Research Assistant within the School of Education. She also holds the position of Intake Coordinator for The National Serenity House Care Group, an organization dedicated to supporting survivors of domestic violence on their path to recovery. Driven by personal experience, Chassity is committed to specializing in trauma counseling after graduation, with a focus on serving domestic violence survivors and combat veterans.Outside her academic and professional pursuits, Chassity is a devoted wife of eight years and a mother to her 15-year-old son. In her spare time, she enjoys crocheting, reading, baking, and singing.Welcome to Unspoken, a podcast dedicated to exploring the often-uncharted territory of trauma and recovery. Join us as we delve into heartfelt conversations with therapists, survivors, and professionals in healing professions. Together, we aim to illuminate the consequences of trauma that are often obscured by silence, stigma, and shame.What does "Unspoken" mean to us?Often, the quiet that occurs in the context of trauma can be as painful as the event(s) itself. The things that others do not do to protect us or do not say to to comfort us are the aspects of memory that stick with us. Social silence breeds complacency. When others fail to speak up in defense, protection, and acknowledgment of the struggles faced by marginalized groups, it leaves individuals feeling isolated and unsupported, living parallel lives devoid of equal opportunities and protections afforded to the majority.In each episode, we bring you stories of resilience, vulnerability, and courage. Our guests share their personal journeys and professional insights, offering valuable perspectives on navigating trauma, finding healing, and reclaiming one's life. Join us as we uncover the unspoken truths of trauma, recovery, and the transformative power of storytelling. Together, we can find strength in vulnerability and create pathways to healing that honor the complexity of our human experiences.

Through a Different Lens: Understanding Autism with Matt Lundeberg, Psy.D.

Dr. Matt Lundeberg is a licensed psychologist who provides psychological evaluations as well as therapeutic services to children, adolescents, and adults across the lifespan, including those with autism spectrum disorder (levels 1 & 2), ages 9 and up. Dr. Lundeberg’s evaluations focus on the diagnosis of ASD in children through older adults and seniors.
Dr. Lundeberg is dedicated to including a wide range of differential diagnoses in each evaluation, customized based on each client’s unique presentation. This is done to best ensure that even if ASD is not the diagnosis, each client still receives answers. Dr. Lundeberg also values and incorporates gender differences in symptom presentations for women, men, and non-binary individuals on the autism spectrum.
Dr. Lundeberg also has a background in the treatment of adolescent males struggling with typical social/sexual development, older adolescents navigating the developmental transition into adulthood, and working with members of the LGBTQ+ community. Other areas of interest include the treatment of anxiety, social struggles, and peer/romantic relationship development. oregonautismevaluations.com oregonautismevaluations.com
Welcome to Unspoken, a podcast dedicated to exploring the often-uncharted territory of trauma and recovery. Join us as we delve into heartfelt conversations with therapists, survivors, and professionals in healing professions. Together, we aim to illuminate the consequences of trauma that are often obscured by silence, stigma, and shame.
What does "Unspoken" mean to us? Often, the quiet that occurs in the context of trauma can be as painful as the event(s) itself. The things that others do not do to protect us or do not say to to comfort us are the aspects of memory that stick with us. Social silence breeds complacency. When others fail to speak up in defense, protection, and acknowledgment of the struggles faced by marginalized groups, it leaves individuals feeling isolated and unsupported, living parallel lives devoid of equal opportunities and protections afforded to the majority. In each episode, we bring you stories of resilience, vulnerability, and courage.
Our guests share their personal journeys and professional insights, offering valuable perspectives on navigating trauma, finding healing, and reclaiming one's life. Join us as we uncover the unspoken truths of trauma, recovery, and the transformative power of storytelling. Together, we can find strength in vulnerability and create pathways to healing that honor the complexity of our human experiences.

Life is not peaches & cream ft. Pete Tomasko

Pete Tomasko, a successful recruiter with an extraordinary life story. Pete opens up about his journey from a traumatic childhood to a decade of homelessness and addiction, and his eventual path to recovery and reconciliation. Pete shares the heart-wrenching details of losing his mother at a young age and the cascade of events that led him to abandon his family and disappear for ten years. He provides a raw, unflinching look at life on the streets, including his struggles with substance abuse and the daily fight for survival.
What does "Unspoken" mean to us? Often, the quiet that occurs in the context of trauma can be as painful as the event(s) itself. The things that others do not do to protect us or do not say to to comfort us are the aspects of memory that stick with us. Social silence breeds complacency. When others fail to speak up in defense, protection, and acknowledgment of the struggles faced by marginalized groups, it leaves individuals feeling isolated and unsupported, living parallel lives devoid of equal opportunities and protections afforded to the majority.
In each episode, we bring you stories of resilience, vulnerability, and courage. Our guests share their personal journeys and professional insights, offering valuable perspectives on navigating trauma, finding healing, and reclaiming one's life. Join us as we uncover the unspoken truths of trauma, recovery, and the transformative power of storytelling. Together, we can find strength in vulnerability and create pathways to healing that honor the complexity of our human experiences.
 
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Mental Health in Pakistan ft. Sana Shahid

Sana Shahid is a behavioral therapist from Pakistan. In this episode we explore the mental health aspects of Pakistan.
What does "Unspoken" mean to us? Often, the quiet that occurs in the context of trauma can be as painful as the event(s) itself. The things that others do not do to protect us or do not say to to comfort us are the aspects of memory that stick with us. Social silence breeds complacency. When others fail to speak up in defense, protection, and acknowledgment of the struggles faced by marginalized groups, it leaves individuals feeling isolated and unsupported, living parallel lives devoid of equal opportunities and protections afforded to the majority.
In each episode, we bring you stories of resilience, vulnerability, and courage. Our guests share their personal journeys and professional insights, offering valuable perspectives on navigating trauma, finding healing, and reclaiming one's life. Join us as we uncover the unspoken truths of trauma, recovery, and the transformative power of storytelling. Together, we can find strength in vulnerability and create pathways to healing that honor the complexity of our human experiences.
 
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Your body can heal wonders ft. Dr. Neera Malhotra

Dr. Neera Malhotra has more than fifteen years of experience as an educator and teaches full-time at Portland State University within a general education program, University Studies. Currently, she teaches first-year college class Human/Nature and a Capstone class Healing Trauma and Communities. Her scholarship and classes focus on the foundations of Interpersonal Neurobiology to understand oppression (systemic and internalized) related to race, gender, sexuality, and dis/ability, by weaving in indigenous contemplative practices and art (movement and visual). 
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What does "Unspoken" mean to us? Often, the quiet that occurs in the context of trauma can be as painful as the event(s) itself. The things that others do not do to protect us or do not say to to comfort us are the aspects of memory that stick with us. Social silence breeds complacency. When others fail to speak up in defense, protection, and acknowledgment of the struggles faced by marginalized groups, it leaves individuals feeling isolated and unsupported, living parallel lives devoid of equal opportunities and protections afforded to the majority.
In each episode, we bring you stories of resilience, vulnerability, and courage. Our guests share their personal journeys and professional insights, offering valuable perspectives on navigating trauma, finding healing, and reclaiming one's life. Join us as we uncover the unspoken truths of trauma, recovery, and the transformative power of storytelling. Together, we can find strength in vulnerability and create pathways to healing that honor the complexity of our human experiences.
 
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Heart to Heart: Navigating Couples, Intimacy, and Sex with Hanna Basel

Hanna Zipes Basel is a licensed clinical social worker and certified sex therapist based in Portland, Oregon, and Minneapolis, Minnesota. Specializing in couples therapy, she employs Emotionally Focused Therapy and Gottman Therapy to help couples navigate relationship issues, infidelity, and sexual health. Hanna also has expertise in addiction and LGBTQ+ issues. She provides teletherapy and fosters a healing environment focused on love, laughter, and connection. Hanna’s approach emphasizes relational healing and positive environments for sustaining healthy partnerships. In this episode we talk about the misconceptions of couple therapy, working with couples around the topic of trauma, intimacy and a whole lot more!
What does "Unspoken" mean to us?
Often, the quiet that occurs in the context of trauma can be as painful as the event(s) itself. The things that others do not do to protect us or do not say to to comfort us are the aspects of memory that stick with us. Social silence breeds complacency. When others fail to speak up in defense, protection, and acknowledgment of the struggles faced by marginalized groups, it leaves individuals feeling isolated and unsupported, living parallel lives devoid of equal opportunities and protections afforded to the majority.
In each episode, we bring you stories of resilience, vulnerability, and courage. Our guests share their personal journeys and professional insights, offering valuable perspectives on navigating trauma, finding healing, and reclaiming one's life. Join us as we uncover the unspoken truths of trauma, recovery, and the transformative power of storytelling. Together, we can find strength in vulnerability and create pathways to healing that honor the complexity of our human experiences.

Surviving to Thriving: A Journey of Transformation with Malasri Chaudhery-Malgeri

Malasri Chaudhery-Malgeri (Dr. Mala), Editor-in-Chief at Recovery.com and a renowned expert in addiction, mental health, and trauma recovery. With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Mala brings deep expertise in areas such as Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), PTSD, Military Psychology, Marriage & Family Therapy, and Integrative Program Development. In this episode Dr. Mala shares her lived experience being a survivor of abuse and reflects how that moment in time has shaped her career, goals and live in general.
What does "Unspoken" mean to us? Often, the quiet that occurs in the context of trauma can be as painful as the event(s) itself. The things that others do not do to protect us or do not say to to comfort us are the aspects of memory that stick with us. Social silence breeds complacency. When others fail to speak up in defense, protection, and acknowledgment of the struggles faced by marginalized groups, it leaves individuals feeling isolated and unsupported, living parallel lives devoid of equal opportunities and protections afforded to the majority.
In each episode, we bring you stories of resilience, vulnerability, and courage. Our guests share their personal journeys and professional insights, offering valuable perspectives on navigating trauma, finding healing, and reclaiming one's life. Join us as we uncover the unspoken truths of trauma, recovery, and the transformative power of storytelling. Together, we can find strength in vulnerability and create pathways to healing that honor the complexity of our human experiences.

Speak your truth with Lauren A. Tetenbaum

Lauren is a passionate advocate dedicated to empowering women and young people both personally and professionally. During her undergraduate studies at UPenn, she made a significant impact by teaching sex education to students in West Philadelphia and volunteering as a telephone counselor for the Women’s Law Project, where she provided essential resources on issues like abuse and divorce. Continuing her commitment to social justice, Lauren pursued both her MSW and JD in New York City, seamlessly balancing her studies with internships at nonprofits focused on supporting immigrants, adolescents, and survivors of domestic violence. Her leadership skills shone through as she led student organizations such as Law Students for Reproductive Justice and Advocates for Battered Women. Additionally, she gained valuable experience as a student divorce mediator with the New York State Unified Court System’s Office of Alternative Dispute Resolution. With her extensive background and unwavering dedication, Lauren stands as a powerful force for change in her community.
 
Welcome to Unspoken, a podcast dedicated to exploring the often-uncharted territory of trauma and recovery. Join us as we delve into heartfelt conversations with therapists, survivors, and professionals in healing professions. Together, we aim to illuminate the consequences of trauma that are often obscured by silence, stigma, and shame. What does "Unspoken" mean to us? Often, the quiet that occurs in the context of trauma can be as painful as the event(s) itself. The things that others do not do to protect us or do not say to to comfort us are the aspects of memory that stick with us. Social silence breeds complacency. When others fail to speak up in defense, protection, and acknowledgment of the struggles faced by marginalized groups, it leaves individuals feeling isolated and unsupported, living parallel lives devoid of equal opportunities and protections afforded to the majority.
In each episode, we bring you stories of resilience, vulnerability, and courage. Our guests share their personal journeys and professional insights, offering valuable perspectives on navigating trauma, finding healing, and reclaiming one's life. Join us as we uncover the unspoken truths of trauma, recovery, and the transformative power of storytelling. Together, we can find strength in vulnerability and create pathways to healing that honor the complexity of our human experiences. Learn more about Lauren: thecounselaur.com

Just Keep Showing Up with Clara Sainte

Clara is a licensed clinical social worker and grief recovery specialist with a compassionate focus on grief, loss, chronic illness, cancer, depression, and anxiety. She offers a welcoming, inclusive space for adults from all racial and ethnic backgrounds, sexual orientations, and gender identities. Clara believes therapy is only effective when you can be your whole, authentic self—humor, sarcasm, and even cussing are all embraced in her approach. In this podcast, Clara holds space for raw, honest conversations about the complexities of life.
What does "Unspoken" mean to us? Often, the quiet that occurs in the context of trauma can be as painful as the event(s) itself. The things that others do not do to protect us or do not say to to comfort us are the aspects of memory that stick with us. Social silence breeds complacency. When others fail to speak up in defense, protection, and acknowledgment of the struggles faced by marginalized groups, it leaves individuals feeling isolated and unsupported, living parallel lives devoid of equal opportunities and protections afforded to the majority.
In each episode, we bring you stories of resilience, vulnerability, and courage. Our guests share their personal journeys and professional insights, offering valuable perspectives on navigating trauma, finding healing, and reclaiming one's life. Join us as we uncover the unspoken truths of trauma, recovery, and the transformative power of storytelling. Together, we can find strength in vulnerability and create pathways to healing that honor the complexity of our human experiences.
 
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