In this episode of the AnxietyRX Podcast, I chat with Terry Baranski, an Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapist, about some fresh, non-traditional ways to tackle anxiety.
Terry shares his interesting path from computer science to therapy, stressing how crucial it is to understand trauma and the mind-body connection. We also take a closer look at why some traditional therapies miss the mark and explore how IFS and compassionate inquiry can lead to real healing and self-compassion.
Join us for an insightful conversation that might just change your perspective on anxiety!
Thank you for listening and you can find me on IG: @theanxietymd if you have any questions.
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00:00 - Introduction
01:44 - Terry Baranski's Background
03:04 - Critique of Traditional Therapy
04:37 - IFS Therapy Overview
05:48 - The Importance of Curiosity in Therapy
07:30 - Analogy of Itching and Scratching
09:45 - Managing vs. Healing Anxiety
11:24 - Mind-Body Connection
12:29 - Critique of Somatic Approaches
13:22 - Integration of Mind and Body in Therapy
16:17 - Overview of IFS Parts
18:04 - Self-Compassion in IFS
19:56 - Trauma and Energy Disruption
22:06 - Conflict Among Parts
23:01 - Self-Blame in Childhood Trauma
25:43 - Repetition Compulsion
26:44 - Anger as a Defense Mechanism
27:46 - Negative Self-Perception
28:09 - Dissociation and Coping Strategies
29:29 - The Role of Self in Healing
31:03 - Childhood Trauma and the Amygdala
32:29 - Connecting Body and Mind
33:20 - Age Regression in Emotional Reactions
36:06 - Recognizing Triggers as Guidepost
37:10 - Healthy Expression of Anger
38:48 - Understanding Trauma and Healing
39:55 - Building Trust with the Self
41:35 - Child Development and Trust
42:04 - The Impact of Trauma on Trust
43:45 - Ego Dragon and Panic Attacks
44:56 - Rapid Trust Development in Therapy
45:29 - Personal Journey of Confidence
46:26 - Sensitivity and Trauma
47:13 - Healing from the Bottom Up
48:07 - Self-Compassion and Trauma
48:58 - Clearing Trauma for Emotional Freedom
50:07 - Coping Strategies vs. Healing
51:24 - Gradual Exposure to Emotional Pain
52:55 - The Midlife Crisis and Healing
53:22 - Cold Plunge Analogy
54:36 - Building Resilience Through Discomfort
56:09 - Preference for Healing Over Discomfort
57:21 - Empowerment through Facing Pain
58:49 - A Different Path in Therapy
59:37 - Finding Terry Online