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Join me, Jesse Deal, as I share my own story of trauma and the wisdom I have gained. Bi-weekly I will discuss different aspects of parts work and working with a system.
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Working With Your Inner Critic Through Compassion and Curiosity Host Jesse Deal welcomes listeners to the Trauma Unbound Podcast, shares his journey with childhood and relational trauma, offers a content warning, and invites listeners to the “Resistance” breaking generational trauma, noting his website, email, and one-on-one trauma coaching. He explores the inner critic as a protective part often shaped by a parent’s fearful voice, and describes how fighting it with an angry part creates inte...
Everyone Already Has the Answers: Trauma Recovery Through Presence and Parts Work Host Jesse Deal welcomes listeners to the Trauma Unbound Podcast, shares that the content may be activating, and invites the “Resistance” to break generational trauma while offering one-on-one coaching and ways to connect. Jesse explains a core belief that people already have the answers within them, but trauma-driven protective parts and external seeking can obscure identity and authenticity. He describes build...
Before We Had the Language: Discovering Parts, Protectors, and Healing Through IFS and Breathwork Jesse and guest Theresa Napierala, a somatic wellness practitioner, discuss what life was like before they understood “parts” and how things changed after learning Internal Family Systems (IFS). Theresa describes realizing in junior high that she could show up as someone different to feel safer and more accepted, and how caretaking became a primary survival strategy tied to attachment and b...
Clarity Comes With Action: Moving Through Procrastination, Freeze, and Fear of Being Seen Host Jesse Deal welcomes listeners to the Trauma Unbound Podcast, shares a safety note about potentially activating content, and invites listeners to connect via his website, email, or Instagram, including one-on-one trauma coaching. The episode focuses on clarity in everyday decision-making, especially when vulnerability and self-expression feel risky. Jesse describes procrastination and distraction a...
Healing Through Group Work and Self-Exploration: A Discussion with Grant Leitheiser In this episode of the Trauma Unbound Podcast, host Jesse Deal shares his personal journey of trauma and recovery. Joined by guest Grant Leitheiser, a seasoned therapist and group facilitator, they dive into the intricacies of healing, the power of group work, and the importance of self-energy. They explore different methods of connecting with inner parts, including journaling, voice memos, and visualizations,...
Understanding and Embracing Dissociation: Steps to Recovery In this episode of the Trauma Unbound Podcast, host Jesse Deal shares his personal journey with trauma and recovery. He delves into the complex topic of dissociation, emphasizing the importance of shifting perspectives to view dissociation as an intelligent survival mechanism rather than a sign of brokenness. Jesse provides practical tools for working with dissociation, such as parts mapping and data collection in a non-judgmental ma...
Navigating Emotional Intensity in Trauma Recovery Host Jesse Deal shares his personal journey of trauma and recovery, emphasizing the importance of self-care and radical acceptance. He addresses a listener's question on managing the intense emotional activation that occurs during therapy, comparing the process to navigating relationships and conflict. Deal discusses the importance of creating space, forming relationships with inner parts, and using techniques like radical acceptance and titra...
Navigating Repeated Patterns in Trauma Recovery In this episode of the Trauma Unbound Podcast, host Jesse Deal shares his experiences with childhood and relational trauma, emphasizing the recurring patterns in trauma recovery. He stresses the importance of self-care, emotional regulation, and allowing oneself to feel and process difficult emotions without immediate action. Jesse advocates for understanding these repetitive patterns as signals for areas needing healing, encouraging listeners...
Balancing Grief and Joy During the Holiday Season In this episode of the Trauma Unbound Podcast, host Jesse Deal shares his personal experiences with trauma and recovery, focusing on the challenges of grieving during the holiday season. Jesse offers practical advice on managing feelings of sadness and longing while also making space for moments of joy and play. He emphasizes the importance of microdosing experiences, being present with one’s emotions, and taking small steps to reconnect with ...
In this episode of the Trauma Unbound Podcast, host Jesse Deal shares his personal journey of dealing with trauma, particularly during the holiday season. He discusses how holiday decorations and family gatherings can be triggering for those with past trauma. Jesse emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, taking breaks, and understanding personal needs to manage these triggers. He also highlights the benefits of participating in support groups and the necessity of prioritizing self-care. ...
Exploring Self-like Parts and Fawning in Trauma Recovery with Jesse Deal and Teresa Napierala In this episode of the Trauma Unbound Podcast, host Jesse Deal shares his personal journey through trauma and recovery, emphasizing the importance of self-care for listeners. Jesse offers one-on-one trauma coaching and stressed his flexible schedule and sliding scale for accessibility. The episode welcomes Teresa, a somatic wellness practitioner, who discusses the concepts of self-like parts and fawn...
Understanding Dissociation: A Personal Journey and Practical Guide In this episode of the Trauma Unbound Podcast, host Jesse Deal shares his personal experiences with dissociation, discussing its presence in everyday life and its roots in trauma. Jesse offers insights into how dissociation operates as a protective mechanism and provides practical advice on how to recognize, embrace, and work through dissociative episodes. He highlights the importance of grounding techniques and developi...
Summary In this episode of the Trauma Unbound podcast, host Jesse Deal shares his personal journey of trauma and recovery, emphasizing the importance of seeing beyond external experiences to understand the deeper stories within ourselves. He discusses the significance of connection and healing, the challenges of facing our inner parts, and the necessity of embracing the unknown in our healing journeys. Jesse encourages listeners to pause and reflect on their experiences, fostering self-aware...
Have you experienced times in therapy when you want to talk about something and yet feel too scared to speak? I've been there many times as well. Listen to this week's episode to hear my personal experiences with this. Email me: Jesse@traumaunboundcoaching.com Website: https://www.traumaunboundcoaching.com IG: @traumaunbound YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@traumaunbound
I'm honored to have a conversation with Michael Vaccaro. Michael is a counselor in Australia who practices mindfulness, self-inquiry and somatic psychotherapy. Join us in our discussion about the challenges men face in therapy today. Reach out to Michael here https://www.michaelvaccaro.com.au Read Michael's substack here https://mikevaccaro.substack.com Email me: Jesse@traumaunboundcoaching.com Website: https://www.traumaunboundcoaching.com IG: @trauma...
I'm honored to share space with Martin Hopkins. Martin spent 24 years in the British Military, is a certified CBT & REBT Hypnotherapist and certified personal trainer. Join us as we discuss the challenges men face with getting the help they deserve. If you would like to contact Martin you can reach him on IG here @martinhopkins_healstrong Email me: Jesse@traumaunboundcoaching.com Website: https://www.traumaunboundcoaching.com IG: @traumaunbound YouTub...
Navigating Transition: A Journey Through Trauma Recovery In this episode of the Trauma Unbound podcast, host Jesse Deal shares his personal experiences of trauma recovery amidst life transitions, including a new job and moving to a new home. Jesse discusses the challenges of attachment, dealing with overwhelming feelings, and the struggle of breaking free from generational trauma. He emphasizes the importance of self-care, checking in with oneself, and finding moments of rest and meditation. ...
I'm honored to have Teresa Napierala join me today as we discuss group work. Teresa is a breathwork and parts work facilitator. Check out her website and offerings in the links below. https://www.energiesinmotion.com/ @energies_in_motion Email me: Jesse@traumaunboundcoaching.com Website: https://www.traumaunboundcoaching.com IG: @traumaunbound YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@traumaunbound
I'm honored to have Andrea Ashley of the AdultChildPodcast as a guest with me today. Join us as we discuss parts work and the journey of self discovery. Contact Andrea Ashley: https://www.adultchildpodcast.com/ Andrea's Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/adult-child/id1552579027 IG: @adultchildpod Email me: Jesse@traumaunboundcoaching.com Website: https://www.traumaunboundcoaching.com IG: @traumaunbound YouTube https://www.youtube....
The Power of Slowing Down in Trauma Healing In this episode of the Trauma Unbound Podcast, host Jesse Deal shares insights from his personal journey of childhood and relational trauma and the process of recovery. Jesse emphasizes the importance of taking things slow, maintaining one's window of tolerance, and asking for space to work with individual parts. He provides reminders and strategies for managing complex and developmental trauma, highlighting the need for preparation and care in the ...
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I can so relate to what you went through when you were sick, the young dormantparts. Only, for me, it was grief of my mother. There was a musical chairs in my system.