The Trauma Therapist

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Giving More Than Receiving with Dr. Sam Zand Jun 26, 2026

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Dr. Sam Zand is a holistic psychiatrist, educator, and entrepreneur dedicated to merging traditional psychiatry with innovative neuroplastic therapies.
A Johns Hopkins graduate and Professor of Psychedelic Medicine, he founded Anywhere Clinic to expand global access to telepsychiatry and integrative care. From utilizing integrative psychiatry and Ketamine-Assisted Therapy to leading philanthropic efforts through Calm Clinic, Dr. Zand is a leading voice in the "mental health revolution," focused on systemic reform and aligning personal mission with daily well-being.

Dr. Sam Zand’s website: https://www.drsamzand.com/
Anywhere Clinic: https://www.anywhereclinic.com/
Better U (ketamine therapy platform): https://www.betterucare.com

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Guest Host Series John Clarke interviews Tammy Sollenberger Jun 25, 2026

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Tammy Sollenberger, LCMHC, is a licensed clinical mental health counselor and a certified IFS consultant. She is also the author of the book "The One Inside: 30 Days to Your Authentic Self” and host of The One Inside Podcast.
For more information about Tammy Sollenberger’s book, podcast, and resources related to Internal Family Systems, visit https://tammysollenberger.com/
John Clarke’s mission is to accelerate recovery from trauma, anxiety, depression and addiction so that together people can create a more peaceful and connected world. As a trauma therapist, he creates a custom, integrative therapy using a blend of evidence-based therapies including Internal Family Systems (IFS), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Somatic Experiencing (SE).
Not only has he committed his professional life over the past 10+ years to helping others, he’s personally done the work over the course of 20+ years in his own therapy journey and healing from his own trauma.
Calm Again Counseling: https://www.calmagaincounseling.com/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/theoneinsideIFS
IG: https://www.instagram.com/ifs.tammy/
IG: https://www.johnclarketherapy/
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The Incredibly Resilience of Two Sisters with Kathleen Harnish McKune & Karen Dickson Jun 24, 2026

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Kathleen Harnish McKune is an author, speaker, and co-founder of the nonprofit Remarkably Resilient, Inc. Drawing on her lived experience as a survivor of childhood incest and trauma, she helps translate the neuroscience of trauma into practical tools for healing and resilience. She is the co-author of Remarkably Resilient: Community Matters and works to support individuals and communities in building emotional regulation and recovery skills.
Karen Dickson is an author, speaker, and co-founder of the nonprofit Remarkably Resilient, Inc. A survivor of childhood incest and trauma, she works alongside her sister Kathleen Harnish McKune to help individuals and communities understand the impact of trauma and develop practical resilience skills. She is the co-author of Remarkably Resilient: Community Matters and co-creator of the Remarkably Resilient Together program.
In this episode:
Remarkably Resilient: https://remarkably-resilient.com
Remarkably Resilient – About: https://remarkably-resilient.com/about-us/
Remarkably Resilient Together program: https://remarkably-resilient.com/remarkably-resilient-together/
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I’m Done Being Quiet with Darlene Lekowski Jun 22, 2026

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Darlene Lekowski is a survivor, speaker, advocate, and business leader who transformed decades of silence into a platform for truth and healing. After fifty years of keeping quiet about the sibling sexual trauma and abuse she endured as a child, she broke her silence and successfully defended herself in a civil lawsuit brought against her by her brother.
Her debut memoir, Shattering Silence: A Story of Survival, Justice & the Power of Telling the Truth (April 2026), chronicles her path toward resilience, accountability, and healing.Darlene speaks publicly about her experience and collaborates with sibling sexual trauma and sexual assault organizations worldwide to raise awareness and support survivors.
In this episode
Instagram: @darlenelekowski
Darlene’s website
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When A Memoir Takes A Turn with David Lomax Jun 19, 2026

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David Lomax is a teacher of 18 years and the author of Trails of Thoughts, a memoir 25 years in the making. The book explores survival, resilience, and the search for meaning — drawn from an unusually difficult life, including years working in remote regions of Alaska.
The memoir began as an attempt to understand endurance, emotional control, and survival. It ended as something more. David's son, who survived childhood leukemia from age three, encouraged him to finish it. After his death in 2023, David completed the manuscript — adding him into the final chapters not as a device, but as the truth the story could no longer avoid. The book is dedicated to him.
Trail of Thoughts website: https://trailofthoughts.com/podcast-interviews
Trail of Thoughts podcast: https://trailofthoughts.com/podcast
Trail of Thoughts contact: https://trailofthoughts.com/contact
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The Indomitable Power of Authentic Being with Daniel Zimmerman, M.D. Jun 17, 2026

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Daniel Zimmerman, M.D., is a board-certified psychiatrist and co-founder of Acheron Psychiatry in New York City, where he integrates psychodynamic theory with modern interventions like Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP).
He views the therapeutic process as a "delicate dance between hiding and revealing oneself," moving beyond simple symptom management to help patients cultivate authentic self-trust. Through a dedicated, trauma-informed approach, Dr. Zimmerman empowers individuals to navigate complex emotional landscapes and achieve profound personal transformation.In this episode

Meet Daniel Zimmerman: View his full background and clinical philosophy at acheronpsych.com/daniel-zimmerman/
Explore Acheron Psychiatry: Learn about the practice Dr. Zimmerman co-founded at acheronpsych.com/about/
Specialized Care: Discover the practice's approach to trauma and PTSD at acheronpsych.com/trauma-ptsd/

What Does It Mean to Transform with Cassius Drake, M.D. Jun 15, 2026

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Dr. Cassius Drake, M.D. is the co-founder and Medical Director of The Drake Center for Transformative Healing, where he applies over two decades of emergency medicine experience to holistic trauma care.
Trained at Cornell University and The University of Texas Medical Branch and board-certified in emergency medicine, Dr. Drake saw firsthand how traditional Western medicine can fall short in addressing emotional and spiritual suffering.
He integrates his clinical expertise with mind-body-spirit practices to support healing beyond physical symptoms, guiding patients through nervous system regulation, trauma recovery, and comprehensive wellness within a medically supervised, compassionate environment.

The Drake Center – About — https://www.thedrakecenter.net/about
The Drake Center – Ketamine Therapy Program — https://www.thedrakecenter.net/home
The Drake Center – Contact — https://www.thedrakecenter.net/contact

Guest Host Series Jan Winhall interviews Marika Heinrichs Jun 14, 2026

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Join Jan Winhall and her daughter Marika Heinrichs as they explore trauma, embodiment,
racial justice, and systemic change. This heartfelt conversation delves into personal
histories, therapeutic models, and the path toward collective liberation.
Characteristics of White Supremacy Culture: https://www.whitesupremacyculture.info/characteristics.html
Paul Kivel, Christian Hegemony: https://christianhegemony.org/publications
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How Do I Tell You This with Tonya Pieske Jun 12, 2026

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Tonya Pieske is a musician, producer, and sound designer based in Portland, Oregon.
She is the creator of How to Tell Someone, a storytelling podcast exploring the moments of communication that shape how we perceive and move through the world. Tonya blends her lived experience with CPTSD together with her background in fostering psychological safety through her nonprofit work to create a trauma-informed space for emotionally nuanced, vulnerable storytelling.
Tonya on Substack
Tonya’s podcast: How To Tell Someone
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Neglect is the story of nothing with Ruth Cohn, MFT, CST, BCN Jun 10, 2026

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Ruth Cohn, MFT, CST, BCN, is a psychotherapist based in the San Francisco Bay Area who has specialized in working with survivors of trauma, neglect, and their partners and families since 1988.
Since that time she has focused on childhood neglect trauma and developed Neglect-Informed Psychotherapy, an approach that integrates attachment theory with clinical practice. She is the author of Working with the Developmental Trauma of Childhood Neglect and Coming Home to Passion, along with numerous articles, podcasts, and educational resources on trauma and neglect.
She is currently working on two additional books.
Ruth’s Website
Her Book — Coming Home to Passion Trauma Primer (PDF Resource)
Ruth’s books
Ruth on Youtube
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