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Healing Childhood Trauma

Lizandra Leigertwood

44 episodes

4 days ago

Therapy is changing. 2026 is going to look very different for anyone who’s already on a healing journey. This episode breaks down what those changes actually mean for you. We talk about the rise of real connection in therapy. More relational work. More collective healing. Less of the “fix yourself alone” mindset that kept so many women stuck in burnout. We also get honest about AI. It’s growing fast. It can be useful. It’s not therapy. I explain why big tech is pushing into the mental health ...

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Therapy is changing. 2026 is going to look very different for anyone who’s already on a healing journey. This episode breaks down what those changes actually mean for you. We talk about the rise of real connection in therapy. More relational work. More collective healing. Less of the “fix yourself alone” mindset that kept so many women stuck in burnout. We also get honest about AI. It’s growing fast. It can be useful. It’s not therapy. I explain why big tech is pushing into the mental health ...

Show more...

Society & Culture,

Self-Improvement,

Health & Fitness,

Episodes (20/44)

Healing Childhood Trauma

How Therapy Will Change in 2026 and What It Means for Your Healing [Ep 43]

Therapy is changing. 2026 is going to look very different for anyone who’s already on a healing journey. This episode breaks down what those changes actually mean for you. We talk about the rise of real connection in therapy. More relational work. More collective healing. Less of the “fix yourself alone” mindset that kept so many women stuck in burnout. We also get honest about AI. It’s growing fast. It can be useful. It’s not therapy. I explain why big tech is pushing into the mental health ...

4 days ago

19 minutes

Healing Childhood Trauma

Why I Stopped Working with Couples as a Therapist [Ep 42]

The internet is talking about Is having a boyfriend embarrassing now? Read the Article In this episode, Lizandra, a psychotherapist in private practice at New Frame Therapy talks about the decision to stop working with couples. It relates to the changes happening in relationships and why it's so hard to heal from attachment trauma and form trusting secure attachments in relationships. Connect on TikTok Connect on Instagram Book a free 15 minute consultation with Lizandra ...

1 week ago

21 minutes

Healing Childhood Trauma

Healing Abandonment Trauma in Adults [Ep 41]

Abandonment doesn’t always look like what we think it does. It isn’t just about someone leaving or not choosing you. In this episode, I talk about the less obvious ways abandonment shows up. The ones that start in childhood and shape how we connect (or disconnect) as adults. You’ll hear about: The hidden forms of abandonment that often go unnoticed — like over-functioning or caretaking. How emotional abandonment in childhood can happen even in loving homes. The link between fear of bein...

2 weeks ago

20 minutes

Healing Childhood Trauma

How To Stop Being Needy in Relationships [Ep 40]

Being called “needy” in a relationship can feel shaming but what if being needy isn’t the problem? In this episode, I unpack why we end up feeling anxious, clingy, or desperate for reassurance in relationships. We’ll explore how childhood experiences and attachment patterns shape our needs and why trying to suppress them only backfires. You’ll learn: Why needing connection is human — and when it gets labeled as “too much”The hidden cost of ignoring your needs or shutting downPractical s...

3 weeks ago

21 minutes

Healing Childhood Trauma

Five Things That Stop You From Healing [Ep 39]

Lizandra is a BACP Registered Psychotherapist and Relationship Therapist based in the UK who works with adults healing from childhood trauma and high functioning anxiety. When most people think about healing, they focus on what they should be doing — journaling, setting boundaries, or practicing self-care. But just as important is what you need to stop doing. In this episode, I’m breaking down five common habits that can quietly hold you back from feeling secure in yourself and your relations...

1 month ago

20 minutes

Healing Childhood Trauma

Is it Empathy or Co-Dependency? [Ep 38]

If you’ve ever wondered why you’re working so hard on yourself but still feel stuck, this episode will help you see what needs to shift — and it’s probably not what you expect. Many people who identify as empaths are actually carrying codependent patterns that started in childhood. In this episode, we explore how to tell the difference between being codependent and being an empath and why that distinction matters for your healing. You’ll learn: The key differences between codependency a...

1 month ago

22 minutes

Healing Childhood Trauma

Emotional Avoidance Isn’t Helping You Cope — Here’s Why [Ep 37]

In this episode, I explore emotional avoidance — what it looks like, why it shows up in women with high-functioning anxiety, and how it often ties back to childhood trauma. We also dive into how disconnection from your body keeps emotions stuck, and practical ways to notice and gently process your feelings without overwhelm. You’ll learn how to: Recognise the subtle signs of emotional avoidance in your lifeUnderstand why avoidance feels safe and why it’s costing you more than you ...

1 month ago

17 minutes

Healing Childhood Trauma

Why therapy might not work for you (and what to do instead) [Ep 36]

Have you ever felt like therapy just isn’t working? Maybe you’ve tried different therapists, stuck with sessions for a while, and still found yourself wondering why you’re not moving forward. If that’s you, you’re not alone—and it doesn’t mean you’re beyond help. In this episode, I talk about: Why you can feel stuck in therapy What you need to do alongside therapy to make the most of it The common reasons therapy might not be effective (and why it’s not always your fault) And the ...

1 month ago

22 minutes

Healing Childhood Trauma

5 Things People With Secure Attachment Do [Ep 35]

We hear a lot about what insecure attachment looks like… but not enough about what secure attachment actually feels like in real life. In this episode, I’m breaking down five things people with secure attachment tend to do — and no, it’s not about being perfectly regulated or never getting triggered. In fact, some of what makes someone feel emotionally safe might surprise you. We’ll explore: Why securely attached people are comfortable changing their minds (and letting you change yours too) ...

2 months ago

25 minutes

Healing Childhood Trauma

8 Types of Boundaries You Were Never Taught But Definitely Need [Ep 34]

This episode is the clarity around boundaries you need to stop feeling confused so you can show up as more secure and have your best relationships and a good work/life balance. This deep dive on boundary setting is trauma informed from the perspective of registered psychotherapist Lizandra Leigertwood MA MBACP Themes covered in the episode: My own imperfect approach to setting boundaries in life Why you find it hard to set boundaries A sign you should look out for when...

3 months ago

25 minutes

Healing Childhood Trauma

You Can Be Smart, Self Aware, and Still Anxiously Attached [Ep 33]

**Summer Offer** Book your single session Attachment Reset Learn more or book here. You can be incredibly self-aware. Journaling regularly, unpacking your childhood, recognising your triggers and still feel panicked when someone pulls away. Still overthink the last message. Still feel like you’re too much, or not enough. This episode is a reminder that insight alone isn’t the same as healing. And it’s not because you’re doing it wrong. In today’s conversation, I explore why anxiou...

3 months ago

20 minutes

Healing Childhood Trauma

Why Self-Soothing Feels So Hard When You Have Anxious Attachment [Ep 32]

If you’ve ever stared at your phone waiting for a reply, heart racing, telling yourself not to text again but feeling like you physically can’t relax until they do — this episode is for you. Self-soothing gets talked about a lot in the healing space… but for those with anxious attachment, it can feel almost impossible. In this episode, we unpack why that is — and what self-soothing actually looks like when you’re healing attachment wounds. 👉🏽 If this hits close to home, my 90-minute 1:1 A...

3 months ago

17 minutes

Healing Childhood Trauma

What are the coping mechanisms for adults who have Childhood Trauma [Ep 31]

☀️**Summer Offer** Single Session Attachment Reset. Limited availability, book your session with Lizandra here Even if you don’t think about your childhood often, the patterns it shaped can still be running the show. In this episode, I’m unpacking powerful and often overlooked ways that childhood trauma continues to affect you in adulthood. This one’s especially for you if you’ve always felt like the high-functioning one, the strong one, or the one who holds everything together… but und...

3 months ago

23 minutes

Healing Childhood Trauma

Self Boundaries, Attachment and Burnout [Ep 30]

In this episode we explore how the quiet boundaries you don’t set for yourself lead to anxiety, burnout and attachment issues. Key points How everyday boundary breakdowns feel normal because they've been normalisedWhy childhood trauma teaches us to abandon our needsWhat everyday boundaries look like Powerful reframes to change the way you think about boundaries Reflective questions to facilitate your self knowledge and healing USEFUL LINKS: Book a free 15 minute consult...

4 months ago

26 minutes

Healing Childhood Trauma

The Unspoken Childhood Trauma of Toxic Siblings [Ep 29]

We don’t talk enough about the attachment trauma that comes from a toxic sibling. The jealousy, manipulation, betrayal — all brushed off as “normal” or “just sibling stuff.” In this episode, I’m unpacking the hidden trauma of sibling relationships shaped by toxic family dynamics. We’ll explore the roles we’re forced into, how it impacts your self-worth, and what healing might actually look like. If you’ve ever felt guilty for stepping back from a sibling, this one’s for you. Resources&n...

4 months ago

28 minutes

Healing Childhood Trauma

Is it Narcissism or Avoidant Attachment? [Ep 28]

Ever wondered if someone’s avoidant or actually narcissistic? In this episode, I break down what sets avoidant attachment apart from narcissism, why they often get confused (especially in anxious-avoidant dynamics), and how understanding the difference can help you stop blaming yourself, start seeing patterns clearly, and move toward healthier relationships. Whether you’re trying to make sense of someone else’s behavior or reflecting on your own, this episode brings nuance, compas...

4 months ago

23 minutes

Healing Childhood Trauma

A Trauma Informed Approach to a Realistic Morning Routine [Ep 27]

When you're anxious or highly stressed, starting your day with a healthy morning routine for better mental health can help to support your emotional wellbeing. Some routines can feel daunting or another to-do but when you approach it from a place of being trauma informed and realistic, you can work with what you have the time and means to do. This episode gives you ideas to try, even when you are incredibly short on time. Did you enjoy this episode? Don’t forget to share and...

4 months ago

19 minutes

Healing Childhood Trauma

Unlearning Shame, Reclaiming Pleasure: A Conversation on Sex & Attachment with Certified Sex Coach Lucy Rowett [Ep 26]

If you’ve ever felt disconnected during sex, struggled to enjoy pleasure, or found yourself shutting down emotionally or physically, this episode is for you. This week, psychotherapist Lizandra is joined by certified sexologist Lucy Rowett for a deeply honest and empowering conversation about the links between trauma, attachment wounds, and female sexuality. We explore why so many women feel stuck in cycles of shame or numbness when it comes to intimacy, and what it actually takes to re...

5 months ago

1 hour 2 minutes

Healing Childhood Trauma

Adverse Childhood Experiences Explained: The Link Between Trauma and Your Health [Ep 25]

**Currently Accepting Clients** 📱Book your free 15 minute intro call with Lizandra In this episode, we’re diving into the science behind Adverse Childhood Experiences, or ACEs, and why your childhood experiences may still be impacting your mental, emotional, and even physical health today. If you’ve ever wondered why certain patterns keep showing up in your life—like anxiety, chronic stress, people-pleasing, or difficulty in relationships—this conversation offers a powerful lens t...

5 months ago

20 minutes

Healing Childhood Trauma

Narcissist Fathers: Perfectionism, Over-achieving and Attachment [Ep 24]

Many children of narcissistic fathers tend to have a core feeling of never being good enough. Feeling invaluable or invisible unless they are over-performing or over-achieving. This episode looks at the emotional and psychological impact of growing up with a narcissistic father and what steps you can take to start healing. Subscribe and watch the free training Stop Doing Relationships Like Your Parents **Currently Accepting Clients** 📱Book your free 15 minute intro ...

5 months ago

23 minutes