In today's episode, I’m joined by trauma therapist, supervisor, and trainer Maaike Beech. With over 18 years of experience in the field, Maaike shares her personal journey into trauma work and the vital lessons she's learned along the way - from understanding why talking about trauma doesn’t always lead to healing, to how we can create the safety clients need before any processing begins.

We explore the real risks of re-traumatising clients, what makes trauma therapy different from general talking therapy, and how therapists can protect their own well-being when doing such emotionally intense work.

What we cover in this episode:

• Why traditional talking therapy isn't always enough for trauma
• The most common misconceptions therapists have about trauma work
• What to do when your clients don't seem to be improving
• How to build safety before trauma processing
• How trauma lives in the nervous system - and why that matters
• Self-care strategies for trauma therapists

If you've ever felt unsure about working with trauma - or worried you're not doing it "right - this episode is here to reassure and resource you. Maaike speaks with such compassion and her insights are grounded in both expertise and lived experience.

Maaike is an experienced trauma therapist, supervisor and trainer. She runs the Beech Trauma Academy where she teaches her Therapeutic Safety and Trauma foundation diploma. Learn more HERE

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