From Bullying and Shame to Helping Others Heal | Seda Albay | A Bunch of Therapists Podcast | Episode 12
Description
🎧 Join us for a personal and moving conversation with therapist and Counselling Manager Seda Albay as she shares her powerful journey from being targeted by bullies to becoming a therapist for others with similar experiences.
This honest and courageous discussion opens up vital conversations about bullying, shame, isolation, and the long-term impact of childhood trauma on our ability to communicate and connect.
In this compelling episode of A Bunch of Therapists podcast, Seda bravely shares:
• Her transformation from an outgoing child to becoming isolated after experiencing secondary school bullying
• The shame that prevented her from telling her family about her struggles
• How the trauma manifested physically, leading to a Colitis diagnosis and hospitalisation
• Her journey of becoming self-reliant whilst struggling to communicate her needs
• Finding healing through university friendships and therapy training
This profoundly insightful conversation offers valuable perspectives for anyone interested in bullying recovery, understanding shame, or exploring how personal experiences can inform therapeutic practice.
🔍 Episode Highlights:
• The devastating impact of bullying on childhood development
• How shame prevents us from seeking help when we need it most
• The connection between emotional trauma and physical health conditions
• Learning to express repressed emotions through therapy and friendship
• From isolation to connection: rebuilding trust and communication
• Using personal experience to help clients with similar struggles
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