This Is Why Modern Therapy Sucks - My Brutal Advice For People Dealing With Trauma | Dr. Gabor Maté
Doug Bopst・2 minutes read
Many medical professionals lack training in trauma, and it is essential to find trauma-informed therapists who can address core wounds and triggers through therapies like EMDR and somatic experiencing. Responding to triggers involves understanding past emotional charges, and developing self-compassion can aid in coping with trauma effectively.
Insights
- Many medical professionals lack training in trauma, including physicians and psychiatrists, highlighting a gap in addressing mental health needs comprehensively.
- Therapists often focus on changing beliefs and behaviors rather than addressing the root causes of trauma, emphasizing the importance of seeking trauma-informed therapists for more effective treatment.
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How do therapists address trauma?
By focusing on changing beliefs and behaviors.
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Trauma training lacking in medical and therapy professions.
- Many medical professionals lack training in trauma, including physicians and psychiatrists.
- Therapists often focus on changing beliefs and behaviors rather than addressing the root causes of trauma.
- Therapies like CBT and DBT may not delve into trauma, necessitating a search for trauma-informed therapists.
- Various therapies like somatic experiencing, EMDR, and internal family systems can address core wounds.
- Triggers can be viewed as opportunities for self-discovery and learning.
- Responding to triggers involves understanding personal emotional charges and past wounds.
- Developing a compassionate curiosity towards oneself can aid in understanding triggers and self-judgment.
