Understanding Developmental Trauma With Mily Gomez

*This episode is a re release from an earlier season of the HTP. It is a wonderful conversation about understanding Developmental Trauma.

In this conversation, Monique is chatting with trauma therapist Mily Gomez. Mily discusses the concept of developmental trauma, its impact on emotional regulation, attachment styles, and relationships. She explains how early experiences shape our ability to connect with others and manage our emotions. The discussion also covers the importance of validation, support, and the healing process through reparenting and somatic work. Mily emphasizes the need for individuals to develop tools for self-regulation and the significance of building healthy attachments in adulthood.

takeaways

• Developmental trauma occurs from conception to age two or three.
• Implicit memory affects how we feel without conscious awareness.
• Early experiences set the foundation for emotional regulation.
• Insecure attachment can lead to trust issues in relationships.
• Validation and support are crucial for healing.
• Reparenting oneself is a key part of the healing process.
• Somatic experiencing helps in processing trauma stored in the body.
• Clients can learn to self-regulate their emotions.
• Healthy attachments can be built even after trauma.
• Therapy provides a safe space for exploring difficult emotions.

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https://www.instagram.com/latibulecounseling/

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