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Mar 2025
30m 29s

We All Have Parts With Colleen West

MONIQUE KOVEN
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In this episode of the Healing Trauma Podcast, we are revisiting an episode which was originally recorded in 2022. My guest is licensed therapist Colleen West and author of the book "We All Have Parts, An Illustrated Guide To Healing Trauma with Internal Family Systems".

We chat about various therapeutic approaches, including Internal Family Systems (IFS) and the concept of the window of tolerance. The conversation delves into how trauma manifests in symptoms, the importance of understanding self-energy, and the impact of pre-verbal trauma on individuals. Colleen shares insights on the role of protectors in therapy and the significance of attachment in relationships, providing listeners with a comprehensive understanding of trauma and healing.

Find Coleen West's Book :

We All Have Parts: An Illustrated Guide To Healing Trauma with Internal Family Systems

https://amzn.to/4bRaKKP

https://www.colleenwest.com





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