Lesson Summary

Welcome to the trauma recovery skills course, the first section of a four-part series on deconstructing trauma. Throughout this course, the focus will be on understanding trauma basics, identifying trauma patterns, and learning tools to redirect reactive trauma responses. The ultimate goal is to heal trauma cycles that may be affecting your relationships.

• The course aims to target defense mechanism patterns that lead to self-sabotage, such as feeling unworthy, reacting impulsively, or having dysfunctional boundaries in relationships.
• Through education on trauma, processing with a professional, and learning practical tools, the course encourages breaking free from past traumas and reshaping self-value and relationships.
• Consistency is key in unlearning destructive patterns, and the journey may involve trial and error.

Guiding you through this course is Grace, a licensed mental health counselor specializing in addiction recovery, attachment issues, and trauma recovery. With personal experiences of trauma, Grace emphasizes the importance of emotional healing and breaking generational traumas.

• The course will cover topics like understanding the impact of trauma on the brain, recognizing attachment trauma patterns, and incorporating DBT mindfulness tools to shift reactive responses.
• While completing all four parts is beneficial, it's not mandatory as each individual's journey varies in needs and progress.

By engaging in this course, you're taking a step towards emotional freedom and equipping yourself with tools to manage difficult days and navigate past traumas effectively. The next video will delve deeper into trauma deconstruction and provide further insights and skills for healing.