Life After PTSD Podcast: Healing From Trauma

In this episode we welcome back special guest Scott Brook, Mayor of Coral Springs, Florida.  In these uncertain times of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), emotional health is perhaps more relevant than ever, with a panic stricken world suffering for relief.  As powerful and wonderful as reconnection can be, some among us need more care and the mayor is on a crusade to end the stigma and help them find i...

In this episode Kari Russo joins us to introduce Lisa who decided to work on some uncleared trauma from external circumstances early on and all throughout her marriage.  The three talk about the reality that countless marriages are struggling because of uncleared trauma, many of which long precedes the relationship.  - The show is intended to provide encouragement for the listener but is for enter...

In this episode, licensed mental health counselors Shannon and Chris join us along to talk about how vast the need is for effective trauma care in the mental health world and how when effective therapists do stellar work with the best protocols, they don't have to worry about where their next clients are going to come from.  Having been trained, Shannon and Chris are part of a cutting edge wave of...

In this episode we welcome Ed, a member of the Orlando Fire Department, to talk about trauma among first responders and how training peer support groups for first responders (like Ed is a part of), we can work to save lives by relieving initial trauma suffering before encouraging longer term care in the hands of a trauma trained clinician or coach. - The show is intended to provide encouragement f...

In this episode Dr. Leslie, a clinician with over 18 years of experience working with parents, children and families, joins us to talk about what happens when clinicians get trauma, why clearing trauma isn't optional even though we often don't feel like doing it, and how trauma affects children. - The show is intended to provide encouragement for the listener but is for entertainment purposes only...

In this episode we welcome Kate, who was domestically abused to the point of falling head first and knocking out several teeth in an incident with her ex-husband.  Because of being in shock from the event and her ex- telling a different account she was taken to a very difficult mental institution.  Trigger warning for those who have suffered from domestic violence, but Kate's story has a great end...

In this episode we welcome Dakota, a teenage boy who lived through Hurricane Dorian's devastating path through the Bahamas and was left with the traumatic memories of almost drowning in his own house when water levels rose in ways previously unthinkable to those who called their area home. - The show is intended to provide encouragement for the listener but is for entertainment purposes only and N...

In this episode we step back for a review of the amazing stories of Life After PTSD's first season: 2019.  Enjoy sound bites from some of the most memorable moments of the year as we conclude season 1. - The show is intended to provide encouragement for the listener but is for entertainment purposes only and NOT a substitute for proper treatment or to be used in any legal capacity whatsoever. Plea...

In this episode we welcome back Brian, of episode 4 fame, along with Dr. Ben Rall, a wholeness doctor of chiropractor, to discuss Brian's physiology as a result of combat deployment and subsequent treatment for trauma.  Many veterans are treated with similar regiments to Brian's and need physical healing as much as their need for trauma clearing.   Special thanks to the Philip Stein Company for su...

In this episode Allen Kanerva joins us to address the stigma of PTSD as an illness or disorder. - The show is intended to provide encouragement for the listener but is for entertainment purposes only and NOT a substitute for proper treatment or to be used in any legal capacity whatsoever. Please seek help from a qualified mental health provider.

In this episode we welcome special guest Bill, a Vietnam Veteran traumatized by the deaths of fellow soldiers on a make shift bridge in Vietnam that he was responsible for certifying.  Unlike most guests, Bill has only begun his treatment and still carries trauma from both the bridge incident and a fear of heights.  Part of Bill's recovery will be the ability to tell the story of what he did and s...

In this episode MSW, LCSW Patty joins us on the line with client Jim, a former military serviceman and presently a first responder who had shut down his emotions and closed off from the world.  We discuss how trauma isn't always a one time significant event but can be several lesser events and circumstances over a long period of time, leaving someone suffering from PTSD. Special thanks to the Phil...

In this episode we welcome guest Dani, a former first responder in both Niagara and Newfoundland.  A domestic violence call left Dani with a trauma she couldn't shake and robbed her of a career she once loved.  At the prodding of her sister, she attending a training with Allen and was cleared of her trauma as a live demo subject.  The show is intended to provide encouragement for the listener but...

In this episode we welcome guest Rory for a round table discussion on how trauma being cleared by clinicians using the latest evidence based high-efficacy protocols is often not enough to bring complete healing and what other skills are necessary for effective work.   - The show is intended to provide encouragement for the listener but is for entertainment purposes only and NOT a substitute for pr...

In this episode we welcome guests Angela and Vicki, stage 4 cancer survivors who not only live today cancer free, but also cleared the PTSD associated with their diagnosis and treatment and now both coach clients to breakthrough in their own traumas.  Special thanks to the Philip Stein Company for supporting the show. Please visit PhilipStein.com and use promo code "PTSD10" to support the work of...

In this episode Kurt Gies of the American Legion joins Kari us to talk about what the Legion is, why it was formed and how it's helping veterans overcome trauma.  On November 16th (2019) the Legion is sponsoring "Challenge 22," a charity walk and community event to raise money for suicide awareness and the prevention of PTSD.   Special thanks to the Philip Stein Company for supporting the show. Pl...

In this episode Patty, a therapist who joins us again with special guest Tarah, who grew up in Iraq during the war in the 2000s and became a refugee that fled to Lebanon and ultimately the United States.  Her story offers a glimpse of the experiences of civilians in wartimes that are rarely heard. - The show is intended to provide encouragement for the listener but is for entertainment purposes on...

In this episode we interview Deb, a retired police sergeant in Ontario who spent nearly 2 decades on the force.  After retiring a few years ago to start a new business, she discovered her real passion for waking up in the morning came from the possibility of helping her former colleagues clear their trauma and end the stigma of PTSD. - The show is intended to provide encouragement for the listener...

In this episode we welcome Allen Kanerva and Dr. Ben Rall of Achieve Wellness to talk about how the idea that PTSD is an injury that can be cured, from both the perspective of mental health and physiology, is often met with great skepticism and even animosity.  Both Allen and Ben believe that the fight is not a battle, but a war, and must be fought for the sake of those suffering in their trauma....

In this episode Patty, a therapist, joins us with her client Cindy, who herself was a domestic abuse survivor who now works on multiple levels with domestic abuse victims.  Patty and Cindy share the story of how Cindy's past experiences robbing her in the present brought her skeptically to Patty, looking for help. Special thanks to the Philip Stein Company for supporting the show. - The show is in...

In this episode Allen Kanerva introduces us to client Luke, who manages a successful semi-professional baseball team but once battled the trauma of being sucker punched in a domestic assault.  Luke's story is yet another of the many faces of PTSD but one with a positive ending after working with Allen to get life back. - The show is intended to provide encouragement for the listener but is for ent...

In this episode Tara Kanerva brings on her client, Alex, who suffered a horrific blindside car accident that left him blind and without senses.  After multiple doctors and therapies robbed him of hope, NLP's timeline therapy and trauma focused protocols (TF-NLP) helped him overcome his trauma and today he continues to gain back that which doctor's said he'd permanently lost.   The show is intended...

In this episode Allen & Tara Kanerva share stories of yet another face of PTSD: automobile trauma.  Many people have experienced traumatic car accidents that left them reeling.  Allen & Tara share how they work with these kinds of situations and talk of the greater cause of relieving people's suffering from difficult life experiences.   The show is intended to provide encour...

In this episode, Patty, a counselor, introduces us to Megan, a single mom whose house fire left her reeling to pick up the pieces and with the eventual realization that she was also traumatized.  Patty and Megan share the story of a clinician going the distance with a client and yet another face of PTSD.  The show is intended to provide encouragement for the listener but is for entertainment purpo...

In this episode Allen Kanerva introduces us to Shane, a long time friend who has traveled the world working as a paramedic and first responder in some incredibly dangerous, high profile areas.  Shane shares his journey from thinking PTSD was a myth to one day realizing he was completely traumatized and in need of help.  We discuss the culture of PTSD awareness within the first responder world and...