In Part 2 of this deeply human and powerful conversation, Heather Brown continues her discussion with Dr. Cheryl Arutt, a leading forensic psychologist, trauma expert, and media contributor. This episode goes even deeper into how trauma impacts the nervous system, why dissociation is a survival mechanism, and how healing happens when the body finally feels safe.
Heather shares personal stories from her own life—touching on childhood abuse, loss, and resilience—and Dr. Arutt breaks down how therapy methods like EMDR, polyvagal theory, and trauma-informed care can retrain the brain and body toward healing.
From exploring the science of PTSD to the power of post-traumatic growth, this episode is raw, educational, and hopeful for anyone carrying invisible wounds.
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