The Everyday Therapist

By Debra Evans

In this podcast, we will examine various aspects of mental health and psychology. My name is Dr. Deb. I have a Ph.D. in experimental psychology and Master's Degree in counseling. I have worked both as... more

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August 26, 2023 Trauma and Addiction
In this video, I discuss the relationship between trauma and addiction. I cover aspects that are supported by research and by my own clinical observations. Additionally, I present information concerning brainwaves, we begin to explore how we can modify them to improve our moods, become more productive, etc.
Some useful references are:
1. Concerning the relationship between addiction and trauma, here is a comprehensive article from "Psychology Today."
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/understanding-addiction/202109/why-trauma-can-lead-addiction#:~:text=There%20is%20a%20robust%20correlation%20in%20the%20scientific,may%20make%20individuals%20more%20vulnerable%20to%20addictive%20behaviors.
2. Basic information about brainwaves:
https://neurofeedbackalliance.org/understanding-brain-waves/
Thank you all for watching, and if you have any requests for topics or questions about what I have presented, please feel free to put them in the comments.
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26min
August 26, 2023 Generational Trauma
In this video, I discuss two types of situations that can lead to trauma between generations. The first occurs due to family secrets; the second is because of changes that occur from traumas that have have happened to ancestors. I also show a device from Fisher Wallace that one can use to reduce anxiety and improve sleep.
References from this episode:
1. Wolynn, Mark. "It Didn't Start with You."
2. Mouse study of generational trauma. https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/fearful-memories-passed-down/
3. Fisher Wallace device. https://www.fisherwallace.com/
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19min
August 24, 2023 PTSD, Finally
In this episode, I discuss Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, as well as some other similar trauma-related diagnoses. I also begin talking about external tools one can use to help moderate anxiety, such as the Sota Biotumer and Alpha-Stim, both of which use Cranial Electro Stimulation (CES).
You can further explore the Sota Biotumer here: https://www.sota.com/default.aspx?page=bio-tuner
Alpha-Stim: https://alpha-stim.com/
Fisher-Wallace stimulator: https://www.fisherwallace.com/
In my upcoming episode, I will be talking about familial trauma a secrets, plus more information about CES and brainwave therapy. See you then!
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17min
August 21, 2023 Trauma and Dissociation
In this episode, I discuss the relationship between trauma and dissociation, including the development of Dissociative Identity Disorder. I also talk about the vagus nerves, their roles in terms of stress and trauma, and a couple of ways to rest them.
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26min
August 21, 2023 Trauma through the Life Span, Part 2
In this video, I discuss more about the effects of trauma upon children at different ages. Specifically, I describe some of the effects on children of middle school age, as well as how children with Reactive Attachment Disorder or Disinhibited Social Engagement Disorder transition into adult disorders. I mention about the effects of trauma upon the body as well as the mind. finally, I present information about using a particular piece of music to aid in relaxation.
Sources that I mentioned or are otherwise useful:
Highly Sensitive Person website, mentioned in my previous video: https://hsperson.com/
"The Body Keeps Score", by Bessel Vander Kolk, about the effects of trauma and stress on the body
HG Tudor website, about Narcissism: https://narcsite.com/ (explore his YouTube channel, as well)
"When Will I Ever Be Good Enough?" A great book by Karyl McBride, Ph.D. about daughters of narcistic mothers
"Weightless" by Marconi Union, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UfcAVejslrU Use headphones to experience binaural beat technology to reduce anxiety
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15min
August 20, 2023 Trauma through the Life Span, Part 1
This video is the first part of a my discussion trauma, and its effects, through a person's life span. The video also includes a discussion of some research about aromatherapy and how it can be used to reduce anxiety. Some of the references that I used during this video include:
1. Information about visual cliff experiments: https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-a-visual-cliff-2796010
2. Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5th Edition, Text Revision, 2022.
3. Aromatherapy research: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/330105209_Study_of_anxiolytic_activity_of_some_essential_oils_used_by_inhalational_exposure_in_mice
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22min
August 19, 2023 Wiring and Firing (And Almonds) , Trauma Part 3
This is the third video in a series on trauma. The focus of this video is role that the amygdala plays in the the development of trauma memories and the ways that triggers are formed. A couple of techniques or reducing anxiety are also presented.

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16min
August 19, 2023 The Everyday Therapist: Let's Talk More about Trauma
In this episode, we cover different types of trauma, responses to trauma, and the relationship of trauma to stress hormones,. I also discuss the use of the Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) to reduce anxiety.
More information about EFT can be found here, including links to research about its use with in cases of PTSD: https://www.emofree.com/
Another excellent resource for EFT is Dr. Joseph Mercola's website: https://eft.mercola.com/
Join me next time as I discuss how triggers to trauma are formed and steps to begin breaking those triggers.

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17min
August 18, 2023 Welcome to The Everyday Therapist
In this first episode, I begin a discussion about trauma and why it is important to discuss it. I present information from the Adverse Childhood Experiences Study to show the significant effect of trauma on overall health. I conclude this episode with a technique to help reduce the effects of an anxiety attack.
Links to the presented documents and research:
https://www.cdc.gov/violenceprevention/aces/about.html (summary of the study with a link to the study details)
https://www.ncjfcj.org/wp-content/uploads/2006/10/Finding-Your-Ace-Score.pdf (the ACE questionnaire)
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9min

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How many episodes does The Everyday Therapist have?

The podcast currently has 19 episodes available.