Dr. David Bonanno is a psychologist with a unique approach to treating trauma and PTSD. Dr. Bonanno shares his origin story and delves into his innovative therapy method. Bonanno's insights into trauma and his approach to therapy offer a fresh perspective on mental health and the healing process. His personal story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the transformative power of hope. For anyone struggling with trauma or interested in the field of psychology, this episode is a must-listen.
Dr. David Bonanno is a psychologist with a unique approach to treating trauma and PTSD. Dr. Bonanno shares his origin story and delves into his innovative therapy method. Bonanno's insights into trauma and his approach to therapy offer a fresh perspective on mental health and the healing process. His personal story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the transformative power of hope. For anyone struggling with trauma or interested in the field of psychology, this episode is a must-listen.
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TIMESTAMPS:
00:03:03 - Dr. Bonanno's Origin Story
00:03:54 - Family Dynamics and Early Challenges
00:06:08 - Coping with Parental Loss
00:07:58 - The Impact of Early Responsibilities
00:08:09 - Dealing with Trauma and Seeking Help
00:09:24 - Emotional Struggles and Seeking Strength
00:10:05 - The Misconception of Positive Thinking
00:12:12 - Dr. Bonanno's Professional Drive
00:14:00 - The Appeal of Psychology and Coaching
00:16:09 - Different Schools of Psychological Thought
00:18:04 - Dr. Bonanno's Therapy Method
00:20:34 - Personal Motivations and Psychological Approaches
00:22:27 - The Evolution of Psychological Practices
00:24:10 - The Role of Hypnosis and EMDR in Therapy
00:25:33 - Introducing De-Adrenalizing Therapy
00:27:02 - The Business Model of Psychology
00:28:06 - The Fight or Flight Response
00:29:11 - Genetic and Epigenetic Factors in PTSD
00:30:02 - The Process of De-Adrenalizing Therapy
00:32:22 - Addressing PTSD with De-Adrenalizing
00:34:09 - A Case Study: Overcoming Assault Trauma
00:35:12 - Dr. Bonanno's Personal Experience with Trauma
00:36:22 - Dealing with PTSD Triggers
00:38:00 - Addressing Collective Trauma and Social Media
00:39:47 - Differentiating Between Single Event and Complex PTSD
00:41:06 - Healing from Ongoing Abuse
00:42:57 - Replacing Negative Memories with Positive Ones
00:44:12 - The Challenge of Healing in a Polarized Environment
00:45:10 - Addressing Loss and Guilt in Therapy
00:47:08 - Complex PTSD from Ongoing Abuse
00:48:02 - Rebuilding Relationships After Trauma
00:49:00 - Therapy for Ongoing Abusive Situations
00:50:26 - The Genesis of Dr. Bonanno's Therapy Method