💭 Discussing How Traumatic Experiences Might Stop You From Seeking Help #trauma

This video explores why past trauma can create barriers to reaching out for support — and how understanding these patterns can be the first step towards healing. In this clip, you can discover what really happens when we process trauma, and why seeking help is not a sign of weakness, but of courage. Dr Emily Haythornthwaite is an HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist and a Chartered Member of the British Psychological Society (BPS). She holds a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology and a Master’s in Forensic Psychology, with extensive experience in helping individuals manage trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, and complex relational challenges. Her work draws on a rich, integrative framework including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), and Polyvagal Theory. Dr Haythornthwaite offers personalised, trauma-informed therapy aimed at supporting clients to regulate, process, and rebuild with greater self-understanding and strength. This video can help you understand the therapeutic journey through trauma — and what it really means to move forward. #mindfriend #mindfriendtalk #mindfriendmedia #podcast #DrEmilyHaythornthwaite #traumarecovery #cbttherapy #emdrhealing #compassionfocusedtherapy #polyvagaltheory #unprocessedtrauma #selfharmrecovery #emotionalhealing #mentalhealthsupport #psychologistsofinstagram #healingjourney #feeltoheal #innerstrength #wellbeingmatters #copingwithtrauma #mindbodyconnection