Become A Trauma Informed Coach

Today’s conversation is with Lauree Arnold, alumni of my Advanced Relationship Trauma Certification for Coaches. Lauree is a self-mastery & relationship coach that’s done a lot of inner child healing through varying modalities (a few of which are taught in our Adv. Relationship Trauma Certification for Coaches and my new Trauma Informed Coach Certification ). During our conversation, we discus...

Join us today as I have my client, Karin, on the podcast to talk about the Barbie movie! If you haven’t seen Barbie yet, just know this episode does contain spoilers. But we talked about Karin’s story, our thoughts about Barbie, the double standards we face as women, the choices that we DO have, and more.   The importance of finding out who you are as an individual outside of relationships. The sy...

If you identify as a woman, this episode is for you! Today we have special guest Molly Claire—current client in my hybrid-Advanced Relationship Trauma Certification for Coaches . Molly is a Life + Biz Coach and Mentor for purpose-driven women—she uses her visionary skill set to help female coaches make money while making a difference in the world.  Tune in as we discuss: The highlights and lowligh...

Some of you who have been asking if you have what it takes to Become a Certified Trauma-Informed Coach . And you know what? If you're curious about it, the short answer is of course, YES.  Where there is DESIRE there is POSSIBILITY and PROBABILITY. That being said, some of you may still be wondering HOW to Become a Trauma-Informed Coach. And, I have something for you! For the next 4 Thursdays...

You’ve heard people talk about the American Dream, along with the checklist path to acquiring it. The specifics are likely a little different for most, but generally, it's some version of getting a degree, advanced degree, great job, great house in a great neighborhood, having kids, and more. But what then? Does it bring the happiness that it promises? What happens when that fairytale dream s...

Today’s podcast is the first of a “Love Letters” Series your host, Lindsay Poelman, plans to publish. The goal is for those who have felt unseen, unheard, invalidated, discounted, dismissed, and more; To feel:  💕Witnessed.  💕Seen.  💕Heard.  💕Supported.  💕Validated. 💕To look forward with hope, determination, and assurance that they deserve to live a life full of joy, peace play, healing, and...

Before you listen, be sure to catch Part 1 on boundary basics. In this episode, your host Lindsay Poelman dives deeper to learn more about origins of hypo vs hyper boundaries.  You’ll also learn two ways to develop strong and flexible boundaries, embody knowing, and the importance of processing emotions before setting boundaries.   If you’re struggling with setting boundaries, remember that it is...

If you listened to the prior two episodes on Emotional Abuse and True Empowerment  (you can find Part 1 here and Part 2 here ), you might be wondering “Ok, now what do I do with this new information? ” Today’s episode covers boundaries the way that a lot of coaches are trained, but we also deeper.   You’ll get a tiny sample  of my Life Coaching Certification teachings  where Lindsay takes take it...

Part 2 of this 2 part episode series continues to explore the reality of society today–one where varying levels of abuse and oppression exist–yet maintain the truth that this subject matter can be discussed appropriately from an empowered place. Tune in to learn more about what emotional abuse can look like in your most difficult relationships with humans, but also institutions and organizations....

Part 1 of this 2 part episode series could feel a tad uncomfortable for some–but validating for many. Oftentimes, when we hear the word “abuse” we think “ugh, I don’t like that word,” “people overuse and abuse the word ‘abuse,’” or “people who use that word are being victim-y and can’t get over the past” . This is a topic we cover in-depth in my programs but for the purpose of this episode, you’ll...

Become a Trauma-Informed Coaching certification is open for enrollment, and you might have some questions. Maybe you’re wondering what you really want or what you’re meant to do, to live a fulfilling life. You might be wondering if the coaching industry is too saturated, or if it’s ethical to charge for your services. You might be thinking that a certification like this would be too hard or beyond...

It’s finally here! Over the last year + of offering an Advanced Trauma Certification for Coaches, Lindsay is answering the call to support those looking for a comprehensive Certification Program that includes a Trauma-Informed Mindset base along with the essential connection to the body and intuition. Past clients who weren’t coaches were seeking out basic certification programs so that they could...

In case you missed the first half, listen here for a fun conversation with Melissa Taylor, the somatic practitioner coming to our retreat next month in the south of France! We talk loosely about the idea that we’re all our own modality. We discuss the forward thinking approach to healing and growth as more of a state of “attending” to ourselves instead of “fixing.” We delve into the importance of...

The thought that you are your own modality is one I picked up from my dear friend, colleague, and soul sister Melissa Taylor. I am thrilled to have her on today’s podcast. After being diagnosed with breast cancer twice, among other life challenges, she set her own path to healing and connecting with her soul. She’s one of those people I always come back to and cherish our time together. Melissa is...

You may have heard trauma defined as Big T or Little T Trauma. While having this language to differentiate and describe your experience can be helpful, in some cases it can also be harmful (see episode on self-gaslighting) and re-traumatizing. Because women (and oftentimes men) have been deeply conditioned to discount their lived experience, oftentimes we’re carrying, experiencing, or re-experienc...

Have you ever noticed something and felt the need to “fix, fix, fix” it? Your host, Lindsay Poelman, is here to tell you that you don’t need to fix everything, especially not right away. Every Healing Journey typically starts with a “Clarity + Discovery” phase, where grief inevitably follows. Many people aren’t aware of this, so when the need for grief processing arises, they often resist, stuff b...

Gaslighting is becoming a bit of a “buzzword” these days, Which doesn't have to be a problem! In fact, there may very well be a reason why! Today your host, Lindsay Poelman, is breaking it down. She’ll explain the various definitions of what gaslighting actually is, share examples, and talk about how it can show up in not just romantic, but familial relationships. Lindsay then shares examples...

Dysfunctional relationships can develop for people in relation to marriage, friendships, with institutions or religion, relationships at work, or anything like that. In this episode, your host Lindsay Poelman discusses The Drama Triangle. It models three roles or positions we can have during social interactions. When you listen to the episode, remember that this isn’t to judge ourselves or others...

Today your host Lindsay Poelman talks with Amy Koch: Anxiety Coach for Teens and current student in her Advanced Relationship Trauma Certification for Coaches. Lindsay and Amy talk about teens, what it’s like to work with teens, and how she became interested in this niche.  They discuss the importance of having a supportive home environment for a child’s progress, how adults can support the epidem...

If you’ve been trying thought work, thought work, thought work and still aren’t getting the results you want… maybe it’s time to try something else. Today your host Lindsay Poelman discuss our “felt sense,” which functions as the connection between the mind and the body. Why does this matter? Our “felt sense” helps us feel more in tune with our body and bodily processes. It’s also described as our...

Is “safety” a buzzword that’s overused? Your host Lindsay Poelman doesn’t think so. Creating an environment of safety for your clients doesn’t hurt those who don’t need it or won’t notice. But it CAN make a world of difference to a client with a dysregulated nervous system. Prioritizing safety is INCLUSIVE. It’s a way for your work to benefit a wider spectrum of people. Today I’m sharing the impor...

“At the end of the day, I think our biggest human need is to be seen and to be heard. Being able to provide that for another human being is huge.” - Kristi Falany  There comes a point for many women where they find themselves lost in what they are supposed to do with their lives. For years society has conditioned us to follow a certain path, to raise a family, have a career, follow societal norms,...

Time flew while Rachelle and your host Lindsay Poelman were recording so,  we broke this into a Part I and a Part II Episode set.  So many insightful nuggets were shared, we wanted you to hear the FULL conversation. Working for yourself can bring out unresolved emotions and thoughts that question your worthiness and ability to make the right choices. For many of us, those choices comes down to fin...

Working for yourself can bring out unresolved emotions and thoughts that question your worthiness and ability to make the right choices. For many of us, those choices comes down to financial awareness, making decisions for our businesses, and understanding the inner work that we need to do in order to heal and create the life we envision for ourselves.  In this episode I sit down with Rachelle Sie...

Being in a relationship is a very vulnerable thing to do and for many of us, anxiety can bring up difficulties even in the most loving and supportive relationships. Our different attachment styles can cause a disconnect in communication and overthinking or overanalyzing can cause rifts in those bonds.  In this episode, your host Lindsay Poelman speaks with Relationship Anxiety Expert  McKell Krist...