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This is "Our Whole Childhood" - hosted by Patrick Teahan - where we discuss everything childhood trauma, from the issues that we experience, to the stuff that comes up in our families, and to the healing work that we're all trying to get done. No clinical jargon—just real, personal stories of growing up with childhood trauma and the journey to healing.
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This episode dives into the ways childhood trauma shows up in daily triggers—and how to break free from them faster. Learn how your past shapes present reactions and discover practical tools to release the emotional charge that keeps you stuck. Topics include: Understanding how triggers connect past and presentFour actionable tools for regulating emotional triggersHealing practices for body and mindReclaiming your time, energy, and creativity from traumaJoin us for an empowering conversation ...
This episode explores the ways childhood trauma survivors often feel left out in friendships and social situations, and how those early family patterns show up in adult connections. Topics include: Struggling to “jump in” during conversationsStarting friendships but pulling away quicklyFeeling “too much” or too intense for othersHow family modeling shapes social shameInner child work and dialoguing prompts for healingJoin us for an honest, compassionate conversation on finding belonging and b...
In this episode, Patrick sits down with Dr. Ingrid Clayton to unpack fawning, the often-missed, deeply relational trauma response: why “people-pleasing” isn’t what it seems, how power dynamics shape it, and first steps toward taking up space—without turning into someone you’re not. Order your copy of Fawning: Why the Need to Please Makes Us Lose Ourselves—and How to Find Our Way Back today! ORDER HERE Join the Monthly Healing Community Membership
This episode explores in-depth how emotionally immature or abusive mothers impact their sons long into adulthood. Keep an eye out for two more parts of this series! Topics include: Feeling triggered by other women - imaginary or realDifferent types of toxic mothersReplicating patterns from our childhood traumaTips for healing and building healthy relationships Join us for an insightful conversation on healing and finding emotional balance. Keywords: Childhood trauma, toxic mother...
1Toxic Fathers & The Daughters They Leave Behind I hope this episode was helpful and or thought provoking for you. Please like, follow or comment w/questions. For in depth journal prompts, subscribe to my YouTube channel for video versions of these episodes! Join the Monthly Healing Community Membership
Why Your C-PTSD Isn't Getting Better Topics covered: sense of self, childhood trauma, DSO, CPTSD, PTSD, relationship problems, emotional triggers, psychology, assessment, measurable goals, journal prompts, childhood trauma, trauma response, attachment. In this episode I go over Disturbances in Self-Organization, a diagnostic criteria set that separates PTSD from C-PTSD. We can fine tune our healing efforts if we know which of the three DSO ideas affects our functioning the most. This ep...
In this episode I cover the mental health personality of a Star Wars character C-3P0. Other Star Wars mental health mentions: K-2S0, gonk droid, Luke Skywalker, Andor, Mon Mothma, Empire Strikes Back, Luthen Rael, Dedra Meero, Syrill, R2-D2, Darth Vader, Palpatine, Han Solo, Narcissism, Covert Narcissist, codependency, Chewbacca, Emperor Palpatine, Princess Leia, Yoda, Boba Fett, Sith, Star Wars fans. The sound clips used in this episode are owned by Lucasfilm Ltd. and are part of the S...
Our biggest fear is that we’re failing our children somehow.” If you’re worried—because most parents are—this video will help you approach that fear with compassion and clarity. In this video, you’ll learn: Real-life “no-one-tells-you” parenting stressors, from biting toddlers to boundary-pushing tweens. How to spot and rethink your personal triggers by tracing them back to your own childhood. Practical “reset” tools: what to say to yourself (and your child) when you feel that hot-b...
Anxiety rarely shows up without a backstory. In this video, I’m diving deep into how childhood trauma — especially experiences rooted in neglect and abuse — can shape the anxiety many of us struggle with today. These issues often get labeled just as anxiety. We'll explore: 1️⃣ The root causes of anxiety tied to our past 2️⃣ How those early experiences can still affect us in the present I’ll walk you through a list of childhood trauma-related issues that might help you ...
While this episode is directed at parents who are struggling to understand why their children have gone low or no contact, I think many of you—especially those who have lived through painful or invalidating family experiences—may find it deeply resonant. In it, I speak directly to estranged parents about: Seven of the most common blind spots I’ve seen in 15+ years of working with childhood trauma. Why insight without accountability is never enough. The disconnect between int...
In this episode, we explore how childhood trauma, like neglect or toxic parenting, affects emotional security and shapes our relationships. We discuss how these early experiences can lead to insecurities, especially in romantic relationships and when receiving feedback. You’ll hear practical tips for healing, building trust in yourself, and improving emotional resilience. Topics include: How neglect or toxic parenting impacts emotional securityHow childhood insecurities show up in...
In this season 2 opener, we look back at a pivotal childhood experience with "Slow Jack," my first client. This story goes beyond a simple interaction—it’s about the genuine moments I experienced as a child in an adult world. No clinical jargon—just real, personal stories of growing up with childhood trauma and the journey to healing. Join the Monthly Healing Community Membership
In this episode, Orenda Fink opens up about her journey growing up in chaos with an alcoholic mother struggling with mental illness who self-identified as a practicing and often vindictive witch. As she navigates the trauma of her childhood, Orenda escapes to pursue music, forming bands like Little Red Rocket and Azure Ray. We explore the lasting impact of childhood trauma, the codependent other parent, the fine line between mental illness and the myth of magic, and the ongoing search for hea...
In this episode, I discuss mental health, psychology, functioning, self-care, relationships, childhood trauma, substance abuse, emotional regulation, dysthymia, depression, anxiety, conflict, alcohol, growth, progress, sobriety, and men's mental health. I've given a broad overview about possible reasons for not having one's SH*T together. I related them to being in the context of childhood trauma, but they don't always have to be. These issues can also be in line with problems ranging ...
Today's episode covers where hidden shame comes from and to how to tackle it! Monthly Healing Community - Discount Code: INNERCHILD 3 Ways To Work With Toxic Shame - Part 2 - Episode 9: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4dnOzP29OWA&t=1037s 11 Oddly Specific Childhood Trauma Issues: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lULd-wnWjT4&t=1567s Toxic Shame and Childhood Trauma Course: https://membership.patrickteahantherapy.com/c/toxic-shame-and-childhood-trauma-webinar-e-course/ Join the Mon...
Today's episode covers being creatively stuck and how to tackle our stuckness. Monthly Healing Community - Discount Code: INNERCHILD Join the Monthly Healing Community Membership
Today's episode covers five emotional developmental delays I often see and what we can do about them. Join the Monthly Healing Community Membership
Goodness and Power 11 Oddly Specific Childhood Trauma Issues (Chameleon) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lULd-wnWjT4 Is this your real personality? 5 Childhood Trauma Personalities https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WiGbgKICNEU 3 Ways To Work With Toxic Shame https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OKvtGwDZ78w Inner Child Work Playlist https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1tOAzOD0sB3oe_mhsKT6GcVmB4w5GtZx Learn more about Patrick Teahan, Childhood Trauma Resources and Offerings https://...
Today's episode features the New York Times article on the topic of family estrangement, going no contact, TikTok trending and more. Read the article here - https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/14/health/therapy-family-estrangement.html?unlocked_article_code=1.7E0.wkkS.W1t92q4DI9sW&smid=url-share Join the Monthly Healing Community Membership
On today's episode, we'll cover common reactions that parents have to going no contact and what to do about it! Join the Monthly Healing Community Membership
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...and upon re-listening, this is one of your best ones ever. So organized too. very helpful, thanks.
mind blown. thanks Patrick.
fantastic episode. one of your best.
great podcast. thanks!!! more episodes will be welcome.
Excellent. There is a lot of gold in this one.
Patrick is so helpful. Solid content! His gentle and polite manner is healing in itself. I've been following on YouTube for a month or two. One of the most helpful things I've found. Always answers important questions I didn't even know to ask. Thank you Patrick!