The Wellness Way

Healing PTSD: From Paratrooper to Public Speaker with Andy Steele


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ABOUT ANDY STEELE:


Andy Steele is a former paratrooper and firefighter who transformed his life after overcoming PTSD. Now a public speaker, hypnotherapist, EFT practitioner, and Reiki healer, Andy works tirelessly to help others reclaim their lives. His journey from trauma to transformation serves as a beacon of hope for those in need.


CONNECT WITH ANDY:

Instagram: @steele_andy_

Facebook: @andysteelephoenixtherapies


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Website: ⁠⁠phillyjlay.com⁠⁠

Socials: ⁠⁠@phillyjlay⁠⁠


In this powerful and deeply moving episode of The Wellness Way, Philly sits down with the incredible Andy Steele—an ex-paratrooper and firefighter whose life journey is a testament to resilience, transformation, and healing. After facing childhood trauma, the harrowing responsibilities of military service in Belfast as an 18-year-old, and the emotional toll of a traumatic final firefighting job, Andy knew he had to find a path to recovery.


Through re-training in Hypnotherapy, Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), and Reiki, Andy has not only healed himself but now dedicates his life to helping others overcome their own battles with PTSD and trauma. As a public speaker, Andy shares his story to inspire veterans, first responders, and anyone struggling with the weight of their past.


WHAT TO EXPECT IN THIS EPISODE:

Childhood Struggles: Andy reflects on his early years, describing a challenging upbringing where he faced physical punishment and emotional neglect.

Military Experiences: At just 18, Andy served in Belfast, carrying a weapon and responsibilities far beyond his years, shaped by the violence of The Troubles.

Trauma as a Firefighter: Andy recounts his last fatal job, where a head-on collision required hours of painstaking effort to rescue a driver, leading to an out-of-body experience and a realisation that he needed to heal.

Turning Pain into Power: How Andy rebuilt his life with hypnotherapy, EFT, and Reiki, overcoming PTSD and finding a new purpose.

Tools for Healing: Andy shares practical insights and techniques for anyone struggling with trauma or emotional wounds.


Stay connected by signing up for the Philly J Lay newsletter, and don’t miss out on joining the NEW CommuniTEAmembership. Start your healing journey today and discover more at ⁠www.phillyjlay.com⁠.


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DISCLAIMER:


The content of this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.


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