Why Does Healing Trauma Feel So Hard? | Dr. Thema Bryant

Dr. Thema Bryant is a licensed psychologist, professor, author, and ordained minister specializing in trauma recovery, healing, and emotional wellness. She is the past president of the American Psychological Association and has dedicated her career to helping people overcome trauma, build resilience, and develop healthier relationships with themselves and others. Through her research, clinical work, and teaching, Dr. Bryant empowers people to heal, grow, and thrive. Listen on your favorite platforms: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/episode/5Uc7... Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 0:17 Feeling Lost in Life 20:37 How Does Trauma Change Our Identity? 29:17 Advice to Someone Who Feels Broken 34:37 Why Is Healing So Hard? 37:37 How Do We Know If We Are Coping vs. Distracting? 40:57 How Real Is Generational Trauma? 47:07 How Do We Love Ourselves? 50:17 Closing Thoughts Email: [email protected]