On today's episode I'm joined with licensed psychotherapist Annie Miller. Annie specializes in working with sleep disorders, chronic pain, and trauma. Annie uses a variety of evidence -based techniques including CBT-I for Insomnia, EMDR for trauma ,and PRT ( pain reprocessing therapy for chronic pain.)We are going to talk about these modalities and how they ... Show More
Aug 19
Moving Toward the Parts That Hurt Using IFS With Jenna Riemersma
In this replay episode, Monique speaks with therapist and author Jenna Riemersma about Internal Family Systems, or IFS, and a compassionate way to work with the wounded parts of ourselves. Jenna explains why healing often starts by moving toward what we usually want to avoid, and ... Show More
29m 23s
Dec 2024
Finding relief from chronic pain
Living with chronic pain affects both body and mind, but there are ways to regain control and resilience. In this episode, Monica explores evidence-based strategies like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness practices, and relaxation techniques to help you cope. Learn how to ... Show More
8m 1s
Sep 2025
Healing the Fragmented Self: EMDR & Sand Tray Therapy for Complex Trauma and Dissociationled Episode
In this episode, we explore the powerful integration of EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy and sand tray-based therapy as transformative approaches for individuals healing from complex trauma and dissociation. Join us, and our guest, EMDRIA Certified The ... Show More
54m 30s
Mar 2025
475: Grief As A Portal To Healing Complex Trauma with Amber Trejo, LMFT
Welcome back to Therapy Chat! This week's episode is part two of the conversation where I'm reflecting on where I'm at in my life right now. My guest is Amber Trejo, LMFT an integrative trauma therapist in Indiana.Like myself, Amber is also a trauma survivor and speaks openly abo ... Show More
54m 40s
Oct 2024
Exploring Writing and Meditation for Healing Complex PTSD with Anna Runkle
In this insightful episode of The Mindful Movement, host Les Raymond sits down with Anna Runkle, also known as "The Crappy Childhood Fairy." to explore how trauma, often rooted in childhood, shapes the nervous system and impacts both mental and physical health. Together, they unp ... Show More
56m 24s
Aug 2024
444: Sandtray, Brainspotting + Expressive Therapies For Trauma with Dr. Julia Knach
This week's episode of Therapy Chat features Trauma Therapist Network member Dr. Julia Knach. Julia has worked for years with survivors of child abuse and is now the owner of a group practice North of Baltimore, Maryland as well as a training institute. In our conversation, Julia ... Show More
52m 40s
May 2024
432: Healing Trauma Through Yoga + Somatic Psychotherapy - With Dr. Arielle Schwartz
This week's episode is the second in the live episodes recorded at Psychotherapy Networker back in March - my guest today is Dr. Arielle Schwartz! We talked about our own healing journeys, how yoga can help trauma survivors with embodiment, integrative therapies, and much more. B ... Show More
43m 4s