In this episode, I talk about vicarious trauma and its similarities to burnout. I will cover what vicarious trauma is, symptoms, and real-life examples of vicarious trauma in helping professionals. I’ll also share the importance of recognizing and addressing vicarious trauma to prevent the development of chronic PTSD. I’ll discuss systemic factors contributing to vicarious trauma and the impact on personal and professional lives. You can look forward to future episodes, where I will share strategies for alleviating vicarious trauma and fostering community support.

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00:00 — Intro

00:12 — Connecting with Survivor-Focused Content

01:16 — Understanding Vicarious Trauma

06:11 — Symptoms of Vicarious Trauma

08:40 — Impact on Personal and Professional Life

10:32 — Managing Vicarious Trauma

16:24 — AD: Fall Workshops

28:10 — Challenges in the Helping Profession

30:59 — Survivor Therapists and Vicarious Trauma

33:59 — Conclusion and Future Content

Topics/Triggers:

· Vicarious Trauma

· Burnout

· Sexual Abuse

· Trauma Focused CBT

· PTSD

· Child Sexual Abuse

· Trauma Experience

· Trauma Memory

· Helplessness and Hopelessness

· Addictions

· Sexual Assault

· Rape

· Stalking

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