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Episode 38: Somatic Therapy for Trauma Survivors with Carol Hodson

Carol’s first visit to the podcast was super popular with listeners and I’m thrilled to have her back. She talks about what she calls “stealth mental health”, simple practices of somatic experiencing therapy for trauma survivors that can help us get unstuck from trauma symptoms, especially in the early weeks, days, and even hours after an event. Carol was part… Read More »Episode 38: Somatic Therapy for Trauma Survivors with Carol Hodson

Chandra Moyer Truth and Consequences Podcast

Episode 23: Chandra Moyer on Flashbacks, Fragments & Facing Trauma

Chandra Moyer was 37 years old when her high-functioning life was disrupted by frightening flashbacks. She set out to piece together the fragments of her emerging memories and, when she put two and two together, it added up to child sexual abuse. Chandra’s story helps illuminate the intense and bewildering experience of being overwhelmed by flashbacks and how to make… Read More »Episode 23: Chandra Moyer on Flashbacks, Fragments & Facing Trauma

Maddie Morris with BBC Radio 2 Young folk award on Truth and Consequences podcast

Episode 21: The Power of Music with Singer Songwriter Maddie Morris

Maddie Morris is a contemporary folk musician who won the BBC Radio 2 Young Folk Award in 2019 and has been described as “leading the next generation of socially conscious songwriters.” Maddie’s music uses personal storytelling to embody political ideas, and their music tackles issues ranging from LGBTQIA identities to poverty, sexual violence, and voting to name a few. Maddie’s first EP, Purgatory was… Read More »Episode 21: The Power of Music with Singer Songwriter Maddie Morris

Barbara Heffernan EMDR: What it is and How it Works

Episode 16: EMDR – What it is and How it Works with Barbara Heffernan, LCSW

Psychotherapist and EMDR consultant Barbara Heffernan, LCSW explains how Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing works and walks listeners through the application of this effective trauma treatment. Barbara discusses the positive outcomes she sees as a trauma specialist when treating patients with a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and EMDR. Miranda describes her own brief experience as an EMDR patient… Read More »Episode 16: EMDR – What it is and How it Works with Barbara Heffernan, LCSW

Kathryn Robb Truth and Consequences Podcast

Episode 15: Two Survivors Talk Justice with Attorney & Advocate Kathryn Robb

My first returning guest, Kathryn Robb talks with me about changes to Title IX (put in place by Betsy DeVos) that make it harder for victims of sexual assault to get justice, as well as updates in child sexual abuse statute of limitations laws and the added risk posed by this pandemic for current victims of child abuse. Show Notes… Read More »Episode 15: Two Survivors Talk Justice with Attorney & Advocate Kathryn Robb

Carole Hodson - The Nervous System Keeps the Score

Episode 13: The Nervous System Keeps the Score with Somatic Therapist Carol Hodson

Somatic Experiencing taps into the science of the autonomic nervous system to treat trauma in a non-invasive manner. Expressive art therapist Carol Hodson explains this intriguing treatment modality and also discusses the power of art as a healing tool. You can contact Carol at [email protected] Video: What Israeli Schoolchildren Sing to Deal With Rockets https://youtu.be/1LG2Qkcn7iM Find the Truth & Consequences… Read More »Episode 13: The Nervous System Keeps the Score with Somatic Therapist Carol Hodson

You Can Still Have Joy Francine Wheeler

Episode 11: Sandy Hook Mom Francine Wheeler: You Can Still Have Joy

Francine Wheeler is a singer, songwriter, playwright, and actress whose son, Benjamin Wheeler died in the 2012 Sandy Hook School shooting. Francine talks about coping with her grief, living differently in the aftermath of immense loss, and how she continues to create meaning and find joy. Learn about the Wheelers’ non-profit organization, Ben’s Lighthouse whose mission drives them “to foster… Read More »Episode 11: Sandy Hook Mom Francine Wheeler: You Can Still Have Joy

Jamie Sivrais Truth and Consequences

Episode 7: Protected & Paying it Forward with Survivor Jamie Sivrais

Jamie Sivrais, founder of the non-profit A Voice for the Innocent survived sexual abuse as a child at the hands of his father. When he spoke up, his mother took action to protect him and help him seek justice.  Jamie talks about his organization’s unique storytelling platform for sexual violence survivors and the desire to pay it forward which inspired him. Jamie Sivrais,… Read More »Episode 7: Protected & Paying it Forward with Survivor Jamie Sivrais

Truth and Consequences Emanuella Israel

Episode 6: Shedding the Shame with Survivor Emanuella Israel

Artist & writer Emanuella Israel created an honest, healthy life for herself despite growing up stifled by domestic violence. She explains why she’s determined to speak her truth, shed the shame she once carried, and empower other women to join her in loving their bodies and themselves. See Emanuella’s gorgeous artwork on her website, Etsy store, and Instagram account. Emanuella… Read More »Episode 6: Shedding the Shame with Survivor Emanuella Israel

Truth and Consequences Erica Dziedzic

Episode 5: Digging up the past with Survivor Erica Dziedzic

Erica Dziedzic is an anthropologist and a survivor of both domestic violence and child sexual abuse. Erica realized only recently that the emotional and physical pain which has plagued her for years are actually symptoms of PTSD. She now writes and speaks openly about her work to heal from two abusive relationships and the family of origin who failed to… Read More »Episode 5: Digging up the past with Survivor Erica Dziedzic

Truth and Consequences Steve Martin

Episode 3: Taking on Child Trafficking with Steve Martin

Steve Martin talks with Miranda about his work as CEO of Love146, a non-profit that combats child trafficking & exploitation and provides care for survivors around the globe. Learn more about the exciting work Love146 is accomplishing worldwide. Steve is Co-Founder & President of Infused Impact Inc., a non-profit organization formed in 2019 to reduce poverty by helping to launch… Read More »Episode 3: Taking on Child Trafficking with Steve Martin

Episode 1: The Second Wound

Host Miranda Pacchiana, MSW talks about the aftermath of trauma from several perspectives--as a sexual abuse survivor, personal coach, and resident of Sandy Hook, Connecticut, site of the 2012 school shooting. The podcast will offer information, compassion, and hope to trauma survivors, emphasizing the ways we grow when we face our truth, take care ofRead More »Episode 1: The Second Wound