Healing from childhood trauma with Psychologist Sharmi Gowri-Kriszyk
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In this episode of the Seen and Heard podcast, Chris Braitch speaks with Sharmi Gowri-Kriszyk, a psychologist specializing in trauma and attachment. They explore Sharmi’s early life experiences, the impact of cultural differences on education, and the significance of understanding attachment styles. The conversation delves into how trauma manifests in both children and adults, the role of addiction as a coping mechanism, and the importance of somatic therapy in healing. They also discuss polyvagal theory and the necessity of self-compassion in the recovery journey, emphasizing that healing is not a linear process but one that requires patience and understanding.
To contact Sharmi: https://steppingstonespsychology.com/
Takeaways
Sharmi Gowri-Kriszyk specializes in trauma and attachment therapy.
Early experiences of trauma can shape one’s mental health.
Cultural differences in education impact children’s development.
Attachment styles influence relationships in adulthood.
Trauma can manifest in various ways, including addiction.
Somatic therapy helps connect the body and mind.
Understanding polyvagal theory aids in recognizing stress responses.
Self-compassion is crucial in the healing journey.
Healing is not linear; it requires patience and understanding.
Repairing relationships is part of the healing process.
Healing from childhood trauma is a complex, deeply personal journey—and in this episode of the Seen and Heard Podcast, host Chris Braitch speaks with psychologist Sharmi Gowri-Kriszyk, an expert in trauma, attachment and somatic healing. Together, they explore how early childhood experiences shape emotional development, how trauma shows up in both children and adults, and practical ways to support nervous system regulation, self-compassion, and long-term recovery.
Watch or listen on YouTube or Spotify, and dive into a conversation that offers insight, hope, and grounded psychological understanding
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Trauma and Attachment Therapy
02:50 Sharmi’s Early Life and Experiences of Trauma
05:51 Cultural Reflections: Growing Up in Denmark
08:48 The Impact of Boarding School on Development
11:52 The Journey into Psychology and Neuroscience
15:01 Understanding Attachment Styles
17:48 Trauma in Young People: Signs and Misunderstandings
20:47 The Importance of Trauma-Informed Education
23:51 Dissociation and Its Effects on Children
26:34 Exploring Insecure Attachment Styles
29:43 The Complexities of Boarding School Experiences
30:54 The Cycle of Anxious Attachment
32:08 Impact of Early Wounds on Adult Relationships
33:58 Parenting Patterns and Emotional Availability
35:16 Understanding Addiction Beyond Substances
36:47 Self-Soothing Behaviors and Their Consequences
39:39 The Healing Journey: From Awareness to Action
41:05 The Role of Somatic Work in Healing
52:04 Demystifying Polyvagal Theory and Nervous System Regulation
59:18 Finding Hope in the Healing Process
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