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Secular Spirituality and Healing From Religious Trauma with Britt Hartley
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Secular Spirituality and Healing From Religious Trauma with Britt Hartley In this episode of the How We Can Heal podcast, host Lisa Danylchuk interviews Britt Hartley, a secular spiritual director and author of 'No Nonsense Spirituality.' Britt shares her journey from Mormonism, explores the concept of spirituality without dogma, and emphasizes the…
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Mentalizing For Healing, Connection & Growth with Janne Øestergaard Hagelquist
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Mentalizing For Healing, Connection & Growth with Janne Øestergaard Hagelquist In this episode of the How We Can Heal podcast, host Lisa Danylchuk welcomes Janne Øestergaard Hagelquist, a licensed psychologist from Denmark, to discuss trauma treatment and mentalization. Janne shares her professional journey and experience in working with children, …
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LEADING & HEALING WITH DIGNITY WITH DR. DONNA HICKS
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LEADING & HEALING WITH DIGNITY WITH DR. DONNA HICKS In this episode of the How We Can Heal podcast, host and psychotherapist Lisa Danylchuk delves into a rich conversation with Dr. Donna Hicks, the Harvard psychologist who operationalized and popularized the concept of dignity. This episode explores Dr. Hicks' impactful work in international confli…
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Trauma & Dissociation Informed Internal Family Systems With Joanne Twombly LICSW
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Trauma & Dissociation Informed Internal Family Systems With Joanne Twombly LICSW In this episode of the How We Can Heal podcast, psychotherapist and trauma specialist Lisa Danylchuk continues Season 4 with an insightful conversation featuring guest Joanne Twombly, a seasoned psychotherapist with expertise in complex PTSD and dissociative disorders.…
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Anti-Racist Psychotherapy & Racial Trauma Recovery with David Archer LMFT
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Anti-Racist Psychotherapy & Racial Trauma Recovery with David Archer LMFT In this episode of the How We Can Heal podcast, host Lisa Danylchuk interviews psychotherapist David Archer, a specialist in trauma therapy and an advocate for LGBTQ, Black, Indigenous, and people of color. They delve into David's transformative journey from software engineer…
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Deb Dana LCSW on Polyvagal Theory and Healing Your Nervous System
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Deb Dana LCSW on Polyvagal Theory and Healing Your Nervous System In this episode of the 'How We Can Heal' podcast, host Lisa Danylchuk converses with Deb Dana, an expert in complex trauma, on polyvagal theory's role in trauma resolution. The discussion unpacks the nervous system's hierarchy, neuroception, co-regulation, and practical insights for …
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Exploring Deep Brain Reorienting and Neurofeedback with Dr. Ruth Lanius
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Exploring Deep Brain Reorienting and Neurofeedback with Dr. Ruth Lanius In this episode of the 'How We Can Heal' podcast, host Lisa Danylchuk returns from parental leave to engage in an enlightening discussion with Dr. Ruth Lanius, a leading expert in the field of trauma and dissociation. Dr. Lanius explores her groundbreaking work on the neurobiol…
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Season 4 of the How We Can Heal podcast is coming July 1st!By Lisa Danylchuk
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We’ve reached the final episode of season 3. Together with the help of my partner Alex, we’re answering listener questions, recalling some of the most important things we’ve learned from our guests about dissociation and trauma, and discussing some of our favorite moments from the past season. For full transcript: https://howwecanheal.com/podcast/ …
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Using Hypnosis to Heal Trauma, with Wendy Lemke
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Across the world, hypnosis is often misunderstood and treated like a gimmick. It’s used for entertainment at shows, overly dramatized in television and movies, and we rarely learn the power it has to help us access our own inner wisdom. Our guest today, Wendy Lemke, has been using hypnosis for decades to support people recovering from trauma in acc…
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The Role of Vulnerability & Humanity in Healing, with Guy Macpherson
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In the world of trauma recovery you can be an expert, and still find it challenging to navigate your own trauma recovery. In today’s episode Guy Macpherson shares his personal path through earning a doctorate in clinical psychology, treating early psychosis, and sharing expert insights on trauma and healing through his podcast. With all the trainin…
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Brain Biomarkers of Dissociative Identity Disorder, with Dr. Simone Reinders
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Why is dissociation so hard for even mainstream psychologists to understand? How can we better diagnose Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID). Our guest, Dr. Simone Reinders, helps us explore the answers. Dr. Reinders is a leader and international expert in the neurobiology of dissociation. She was the first to provide evidence that DID is related t…
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Understanding and Treating Dissociation with Kathy Steele
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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 Socie…
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DreamStorming - Finding Hope & Joy in the face of Cultural Betrayal, with Dr. Jennifer M. Gómez
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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, …
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The Importance of Cultural Betrayal Trauma, with Dr. Jennifer M. Gómez
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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 publi…
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What Causes Dissociation? Research by Dr. Mary-Anne Kate
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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 …
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What Works? Studying the Treatment of Dissociative Disorders, with Dr. Bethany Brand
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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 patien…
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EMDR for Complex Trauma and Dissociation, with Michael Coy
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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 c…
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Dissociation 101: What Huberman Didn't Tell You About PTSD
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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 incre…
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Boston Marathon Bombings Survivor Meghan Zipin: “PTSD is a beast”
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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 other…
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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…
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Season 2 Reflections with Alex Castellanos
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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 pod…
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Institutional Courage with Jennifer Freyd
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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 …
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Understanding Interpersonal-Relational Psychoanalysis & Dissociation with Shelly Itzkowitz
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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] …
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Bringing Yoga Philosophy to Life & Sharing the Practice with Local Law Enforcement with Steph Snyder
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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 …
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Chill & Prosper with Denise Duffield-Thomas - Part 2
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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 o…
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Chill & Prosper with Denise Duffield-Thomas - Part 1
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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 we…
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The Importance of PLAY in Yoga with Carrie Owerko
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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 fo…
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Transcending Trauma Through Dance with Jennifer Joy Jiménez
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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 ow…
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Transcending Sexual Trauma through Yoga with Zabie Yamasaki
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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 …
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Trauma-Conscious Yoga with Nityda Gessel
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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…
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Yoga & Youth Development with Erica Chang
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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 ce…
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Making Money Making Change with Rha Goddess
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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 God…
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Trauma, Dissociation & Intergenerational Resilience with Lynette Danylchuk
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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…
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Prioritizing Trauma Healing & Wellness Through Yoga, Mindfulness and Beyond - My Favorite Moments From Season One With Gaby Bernstein Suzanne O’Brien, Tricia Huffman, Dr. Heather Hall and More!
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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 Happy Days. We go on to hear from Kris Carr, Suzanne O'Brien, Guy MacPherso…
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Feeling Traumatized by the Uvalde Shooting?
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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 h…
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Healing Through Yoga After the Boston Marathon Bombing with Meghan Zipin
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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 firs…
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Women's Leadership in the Military with Dui Turner
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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 leadersh…
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Intercepting Violence & Restorative Justice with Delia Ginorio
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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 hersel…
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Understanding Dissociation, Mindfulness, and Securefulness with Christine Forner
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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 …
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Prioritizing Trauma Healing for Pregnant Women with Doctor Rosita Cortizo
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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 mother…
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Dissociation, Schizophrenia and Systemic Racism with Dr. Heather Hall
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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…
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"F* the Shoulds, Do the Wants" with Tricia Huffman
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Tricia Huffman is a podcast host, speaker, Manager of Integrity to Grammy Award-winning artists, and founder of Your Joyologist. While living out her first dream as a touring sound engineer, she saw that everyone, including the people we think “have it all,” often doesn’t feel fulfilled and fights doubts, worries, and compares themselves to others …
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Mindful Moments, Children’s Yoga, and Music with Kira Willey
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Today on How We Can Heal Podcast, Lisa Danylchuk welcomes Kira Willey as she discusses how she incorporates music, yoga, and mindfulness for very young children. Kira has had over a decade plus years of experience in music, mindfulness, and teaching kids. Today, Kira shares her story behind how she started on this path, how she perceives energy, an…
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Lessons from 600 Trauma Therapists with Guy Macpherson
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Today on How We Can Heal Podcast, Lisa Danylchuk talks with Guy Macpherson about his most golden takeaways after talking with 600 trauma therapists. "Being with someone in their healing is healing in and of itself." In Guy's experience, that's something he has proven to be totally true. Here, Guy shares what made him go back to studying in his mid-…
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Facing Grief & Loss with Grace with Suzanne O'Brien
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Today on How We Can Heal Podcast, Lisa Danylchuk talks with Suzanne O'Brien about the part in life that we all shouldn't rush nor fear. In this episode, if there's one ultimate takeaway from Suzanne, it'd be that 'love goes hand in hand with grief.' As a "Worldwide Leader in Healthcare," Suzanne shares how she trains people to care for departing lo…
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Thriving through Cancer, Grief, and Beyond with Kris Carr
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Today on How We Can Heal Podcast, Lisa Danylchuk sits down with Kris Carr to talk about one memorable valentines day that changed her life forever. Nineteen years ago, Kris found out she has a rare and incurable type of cancer. From a point in her life where she knew close to nothing about wellness and her body, now, Kris shares how cancer led her …
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Happy Days with Gabby Bernstein | How We Can Heal
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Today on How We Can Heal Podcast, Lisa Danylchuk is joined by Gabby Bernstein to discuss her healing recipes in the new book, Happy Days: The Guided Path from Trauma to Profound Freedom and Inner Peace. Everything in the book is like a recipe for Gabby. And just like any recipe, you can either follow it or tweak it here and there in any way. In thi…
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A podcast to share deep conversations about How We Can Heal from life’s toughest circumstances. Each week, host and Licensed Psychotherapist Lisa Danylchuk interviews specialists in healing, wellness, trauma recovery beyond. Guests like Gabby Bernstein, Kris Carr, Suzanne O'Brien, and Guy MacPherson share their personal histories and what helped th…
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