How Can Mothers Heal from Family-of-Origin Trauma and Break the Cycle?

In this episode of Mamahood After Trauma, host Emily Cleghorn welcomes Dr. Monique Thompson, a licensed professional counselor and trauma-informed life coach with 25 years of experience.

Dr. Thompson shares her inspiring journey into trauma recovery work and offers powerful guidance for mothers healing from family-of-origin trauma.

She emphasizes building a comprehensive support team, including medical professionals, therapists, and life coaches, while exploring how understanding the nervous system can transform healing.

The conversation also highlights the importance of brain-centered self-care and practical strategies to help mothers break cycles and parent with greater calm and confidence.

Connect with Dr. Monique:  https://www.facebook.com/MoniqueThompsonLPC  https://doctormoniquethompson.com/  https://www.instagram.com/drmoniquethompson/  https://www.youtube.com/@mthompsonlpc  -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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