Welcome to Week 3 of the Liberation Music Therapy series!
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In this episode, we dive deep into the foundational concepts of Liberation Psychology and the Praxis Wheel, an activist framework central to this workshop. Today’s session examines the various types of trauma, how they manifest, and how to navigate them. The discussion covers event-based trauma, relational and developmental trauma, vicarious trauma, and the social dimensions of trauma, including racial, gendered, and transgenerational traumas. This session is designed for mental health professionals, creative arts therapists, and activists engaged in caring and healing work.
06:57 Understanding Trauma: Definitions and Examples
10:11 Types of Trauma: Acute, Chronic, and Complex
14:14 Trauma’s Impact on the Body and Mind
22:25 Social and Racial Trauma
31:13 Gendered Trauma and Its Effects
35:52 Transgenerational Trauma: Passing Down the Pain
44:30 A Personal Reflection on Racism and Learning
45:26 Understanding Transgenerational Trauma
47:10 Trauma Sensitive Practices
47:34 Psychological First Aid and Immediate Support
49:01 The Importance of Trauma Sensitivity in Therapy
52:21 Mindful Regulation and Cultural Sensitivity
58:49 Phases of Trauma Recovery
01:06:24 Principles of Being Trauma Informed
01:14:08 Conclusion and Next Steps
