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Dr. Carlen Costa: Understanding Trauma & PTSD
Disclaimer: This conversation discusses PTSD and touches on the use of psychedelic-assisted therapy.
On the last episode of season one, host Kortney Wilson welcomes Dr. Carlen Costa to help navigate recent trauma and PTSD symptoms she’s been experiencing. Kortney and Carlen delve into the complexities of PTSD, exploring its symptoms, the healing process, and the transformative power of therapy. The conversation also touches on the emerging field of psychedelic therapy, examining its potential benefits and the importance of intention in healing. They also discuss the misconceptions surrounding trauma, the importance of self-awareness, and the readiness required for healing. Both Kortney and Carlen share personal trauma, including Carlen’s challenges with body image and the pursuit of thinness, while also addressing the impact of societal pressures. Finally, they emphasize the significance of community support in healing and the need for honest communication when helping loved ones navigate their mental health challenges.
More About Dr. Carlen Costa:
Carlen Costa is a dynamic OCSWSSW psychotherapist, clinical sexologist, psychedelic-assisted psychotherapist and cannabis educator based in London, Ontario, Canada. She engages you to learn how to love yourself and others better through her love & mental wealth lifestyle brand and in her wellness center and private practice, Mothership London working with clients worldwide. Carlen is also the host of "The Spicy Fat" podcast on the Women in Media Network where she delves into topics ranging from ADHD, weight loss, positive body image, mental health, love, relationships, and cannabis to psychedelics.
Links:
https://www.mothershipcanada.com/https://www.carlencosta.com/
https://www.instagram.com/carlen.costa/ https://www.womeninmedia.network/show/spicy-fat-podcast/
Connect with Kortney:
https://www.shitstickoflife.com/
https://www.instagram.com/shitstickoflifepodcast
https://www.tiktok.com/@allthingskortney
Watch on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyIp6IQjgepxjIL9a3sgYXaEcCwT65XDH
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(00:00) Navigating Life's Challenges
(02:54) Understanding PTSD
(06:09) The Role of Therapy in Healing
(08:56) Exploring the Impact of Trauma
(12:03) Kintsugi: Healing Through Transformation
(14:57) Psychedelic Therapy: A New Frontier
(17:54) The Science Behind MDMA and Psilocybin
(20:57) Personal Experiences and Transformations
(25:56) Understanding Trauma and Its Impact
(29:53) The Importance of Self-Awareness
(31:43) Navigating Readiness for Healing
(32:54) The Misuse of Trauma Terminology
(35:11) Personal Stories of Trauma
(41:39) The Pursuit of Thinness and Its Consequences
(43:07) Weight Loss Drugs: A Double-Edged Sword
(44:00) Supporting Loved Ones with PTSD
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By Kortney Wilson
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Disclaimer: This conversation discusses PTSD and touches on the use of psychedelic-assisted therapy.
On the last episode of season one, host Kortney Wilson welcomes Dr. Carlen Costa to help navigate recent trauma and PTSD symptoms she’s been experiencing. Kortney and Carlen delve into the complexities of PTSD, exploring its symptoms, the healing process, and the transformative power of therapy. The conversation also touches on the emerging field of psychedelic therapy, examining its potential benefits and the importance of intention in healing. They also discuss the misconceptions surrounding trauma, the importance of self-awareness, and the readiness required for healing. Both Kortney and Carlen share personal trauma, including Carlen’s challenges with body image and the pursuit of thinness, while also addressing the impact of societal pressures. Finally, they emphasize the significance of community support in healing and the need for honest communication when helping loved ones navigate their mental health challenges.
More About Dr. Carlen Costa:
Carlen Costa is a dynamic OCSWSSW psychotherapist, clinical sexologist, psychedelic-assisted psychotherapist and cannabis educator based in London, Ontario, Canada. She engages you to learn how to love yourself and others better through her love & mental wealth lifestyle brand and in her wellness center and private practice, Mothership London working with clients worldwide. Carlen is also the host of "The Spicy Fat" podcast on the Women in Media Network where she delves into topics ranging from ADHD, weight loss, positive body image, mental health, love, relationships, and cannabis to psychedelics.
Links:
https://www.mothershipcanada.com/https://www.carlencosta.com/
https://www.instagram.com/carlen.costa/ https://www.womeninmedia.network/show/spicy-fat-podcast/
Connect with Kortney:
https://www.shitstickoflife.com/
https://www.instagram.com/shitstickoflifepodcast
https://www.tiktok.com/@allthingskortney
Watch on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyIp6IQjgepxjIL9a3sgYXaEcCwT65XDH
Leave Kortney a voicenote!
https://www.shitstickoflife.com/voicemail/
(00:00) Navigating Life's Challenges
(02:54) Understanding PTSD
(06:09) The Role of Therapy in Healing
(08:56) Exploring the Impact of Trauma
(12:03) Kintsugi: Healing Through Transformation
(14:57) Psychedelic Therapy: A New Frontier
(17:54) The Science Behind MDMA and Psilocybin
(20:57) Personal Experiences and Transformations
(25:56) Understanding Trauma and Its Impact
(29:53) The Importance of Self-Awareness
(31:43) Navigating Readiness for Healing
(32:54) The Misuse of Trauma Terminology
(35:11) Personal Stories of Trauma
(41:39) The Pursuit of Thinness and Its Consequences
(43:07) Weight Loss Drugs: A Double-Edged Sword
(44:00) Supporting Loved Ones with PTSD
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