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This week, I speak with Lou Lebentz, trauma specialist, mental health campaigner, author, speaker, and therapist.

With over 25 years of working in the mental health arena and a deeply personal understanding of the impact of trauma, Lou has developed The Voyage Academy, a theoretical model used for helping others navigate their healing journeys. Her approach is trauma-informed, emphasizing the importance of compassion, understanding, and resilience. Her work is a testament to the transformative power of recovery and the possibility of finding hope and healing.

We discuss:
- From the rag trade to The Priory
- Recovering from psychosis
- Integrating and befriending the body
- Alignment and community support
- The journey from trauma to resilience

Links:
Lou's Website - https://loulebentz.com/
The Voyage Academy - https://www.thevoyageacademy.com/
Lou's Books - https://amzn.to/3x5AT85

Chapters:
00:01:40 - Trauma and Early Childhood
00:07:18 - An Awakening and Spiritual Moment
00:14:02 - Healing Trauma and Discovering the Root Cause
00:21:12 - Healing the Wounded Self and Embracing the Adult Self
00:27:58 - Finding My Voice
00:34:51 - Trauma-Informed Practice
00:42:12 - Enormous Stresses on Families and Kids
00:49:03 - Embracing the Healing Journey
00:55:31 - Recovery and Rediscovery
01:02:24 - The Impact of the Pandemic on Mental Health
01:09:09 - Exploring Purpose and Alignment
01:15:46 - The Potential of the Voyage Academy
01:22:34 - Unknown Content