Therapists are People Too: Part Two – Podcast
December 8, 2023
Dec 8, 2023
In our follow up episode to “Therapists are People Too” LifeStance provider Melinda Zappone shares her personal journey as a therapist navigating trauma and the profound impact it has on both professionals and their clients.
Through raw vulnerability and shared experiences, explore the nuances of big T and little t traumas, unveiling the essence of healing, relational joy, and the evolving landscape of therapy. Discover how being trauma-informed isn’t just a professional approach but a way of embracing humanity’s complexities and the therapeutic power of connection.
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