Mind Your Hormones

462. [INTERVIEW] Getting down to the root cause of emotional trauma, benefits of EMDR therapy & regulating our nervous system in motherhood & beyond


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In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Natalia Rappa and we dive deep into holistic psychology and motherhood. We unpack what trauma really is (hint: it’s more subjective than you think), how it can show up as anxiety and depression, and how EMDR therapy can be a game-changer for healing. Plus, we share practical grounding techniques and mindset shifts to help you navigate the chaos of life while staying present!

Dr. Natalia Rappa is a holistic psychologist. Her private practice focuses on working with adolescents and adults in transitional life phases dealing with anxiety, depression, and trauma. She holds a doctoral degree in school/clinical psychology from Hofstra University. She has specialized training in Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction and CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy). In addition, she pursued further training in EMDR, a evidenced based treatment for trauma. She integrates these different approaches to meet the unique needs of each of her clients. The belief at the core of her work is that our mind and bodies want to heal and have an innate wisdom to do so. With a non-judgmental environment, strong therapeutic rapport, and supportive coping techniques, clients are able to access this wisdom within them. In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Rappa is an adjunct professor at Molloy University, where she teaches child and adolescent development. 

Follow Natalia on Instagram @talkingdrtal or head to her podcast 'Mom Mentality' here! Plus, you can find her website, here


Chapters in this episode: 

  • 00:00 Introduction to Holistic Psychology
  • 02:10 Understanding Trauma and Its Impact
  • 05:43 The Subjectivity of Trauma
  • 09:56 Recognizing Emotional Responses
  • 12:06 Grounding Techniques for Emotional Regulation
  • 15:10 The Role of EMDR in Healing
  • 18:10 Identifying Negative Beliefs
  • 22:40 The Science Behind EMDR
  • 26:20 Navigating Control in Motherhood
  • 31:35 Navigating New Responsibilities and Anxiety
  • 34:29 Understanding Maternal Anxiety and Sleep Challenges
  • 39:36 Strategies for Managing Anxiety as a Mother
  • 46:26 Acknowledging the Complexity of Motherhood
  • 51:17 Finding Balance Between Gratitude and Struggles
  • 56:24 The Importance of Connection and Community in Motherhood


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