This episode: When Talk Therapy Isn’t Enough: How Anissa Hudak Turned Unimaginable Trauma Into a Blueprint for Healing.
Here’s what you’ll learn about:
Introduction and Purpose of the Podcast (0:00)
Anissa's Personal Transformation Journey (2:06)
Creating a Support Community and Self-Care Master Plan (4:45)
Advocating for Mental Health and Self-Advocacy (6:24)
Anissa's Work and Client Success Stories (9:50)
The Science Behind Yoga Therapy (15:22)
Training and Credentials in Yoga Therapy (18:33)
The Role of the Unconscious in Trauma (19:31)
Advice for Young Women and Entrepreneurs (23:39)
Final Thoughts and Contact Information (26:31)
To learn more about Anissa’s mission, go to her LinkedIn profile at https://www.linkedin.com/in/anissahudak/ or her website at https://www.phoenixwomenhealing.com/.
My life has been intertwined with PTSD/Trauma and the military. Not only am I the daughter of a Vietnam Veteran, I was also married to an active duty member (and Iraq/Afghanistan Veteran) for over 23 years.
I earned my 200 RYT, 500 RYT and in 2017 was awarded my Certification in Yoga Therapy from the International Association of Yoga Therapy. Additionally, I’ve completed a 120-hour YogaFit Warriors training and the MBSR (Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction) online course through the Center for Mindfulness in Medicine, Health Care, and Society at the University of Massachusetts Medical School.
For 3 years, I volunteered at the Warrior Transition Battalion at Fort Riley, Kansas providing yoga therapy, meditation, and other holistic treatments to soldiers, family members, and staff. I’ve work with people with all types of physical conditions, however I specialize in working with those suffering from PTSD, TBI’s and all trauma-related issues. I also saw private clients for individual and group work in a yoga studio setting.
Over the years of working with clients, one theme seemed to be always present - FEAR. Whether it was being triggered, having to relive or "go there" to deal with their experiences, or how their experiences dictated their decision making process and shaped their futures, clients were living in FEAR. After doing a tremendous amount of research, I found that most people were utilizing thought process and coping strategies that were developed when they were between the ages 7-9. Obviously, this doesn't equip anyone for processing adult situations - especially those that are PTSD producing experiences. I was inspired to learn a way that helped my clients uplevel their thinking processes and coping strategies, while taking FEAR completely out of their healing journey.
In 2023, I was awarded designations as a Master Hypnotherapist, Master NLP Practitioner, Master NLP Results Coach and a Master Time Line Therapist by the American Board of Hypnotherapy and NLP. (NLP = Neuro Linguistic Programing). These techniques are the top mind-body modalities and are accepted in over 42 different countries.
The work I do with women who have been sexually traumatized (rape, sexual assault or abuse, etc) is the most important to me. As a 2x rape survivor, I intimately understand the needs these women face, and look forward to guiding them in their healing journeys.
About your host: I'm Drew Deraney, the proud father of three children. For most of my life I've been concerned with what people thought of me and how I was supposed to act. I learned not to be my authentic self and instead became a people pleaser, a man wearing a mask.
In a 9-month span a few years ago, I endured four faith-shaking life events that caused me to question my existence.
I became determined to find a better way to live. Through intense self-reflection and awareness, I realized that in order to be happy, I must adhere to my standards of honesty, integrity and truth and needed to break free from the belief system that was anchored in me for close to 50 years.
I now believe that success happens when we find a better way and are willing and able to share it. HOW I do that is by challenging the status quo and thinking differently. Ultimately, WHAT I bring to the table is a way to contribute and add value by having an impact on the lives of others.
My company, Profit Compassion LLC consists of 3 paths:
The Caregiver Family Health Coach: coach for caregivers of individuals with special needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). For Caregivers who are open to a conversation about how I can support you on your caregiving journey: I help caregivers find balance, build resilience, and rediscover their own well-being. Through personalized coaching, I provide practical strategies, emotional support, and the tools to reduce burnout, strengthen relationships, and navigate the challenges of caregiving with confidence. My goal is to empower you to care for yourself as compassionately as you care for your loved one.
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Join me in transforming challenges into opportunities for growth. Let’s embark on this journey together.
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