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Trauma, Tea, and Tangents

For when therapy didn’t click...or just straight-up sucked. Trauma, Tea, & Tangents is your weekly dose of unfiltered, unapologetic, and unexpectedly healing conversation. Hosted by Hannah Guy, LCSW—a trauma therapist who knows firsthand that healing isn’t linear, self-growth is messy, and sometimes you just need to laugh at the chaos—this podcast dives into all things trauma, nervous system, and the wild ride of being human. Expect a blend of real talk, solid science, and compassionate hot

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45:52

Outgrowing Survival Mode: The Real Work of Trauma...

Trauma, Tea, and Tangents ·

2025/10/31

Hannah Guy sits down with Meg Kub, LPC of Wellness with Meg to chat about what healing really looks like. From outgrowing your survival self to learning to trust yourself again, they talk about the twists and turns of trauma recovery. Healing isn’t neat or linear — it’s layered, sometimes slow, but always worth it.⏱️ Episode Chapters: 00:00 — Introduction to Trauma and Healing 01:44 — Outgrowing the Survival Self 05:19 — The Journey from Crisis to Stability 08:56 — Understanding Safety vs

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39:00

Anxious or Avoidant? Understanding Your Relationship...

Trauma, Tea, and Tangents ·

2025/10/17

In this episode of Trauma, Tea, and Tangents, Hannah Guy chats with Abby Wilson, LCSW, an existential therapist who helps women navigate quarter-life challenges and attachment trauma. They break down the messy, sometimes hilarious realities of attachment styles in today’s dating world — from overthinking texts as an anxious partner to avoiding feelings at all costs as an avoidant one.Abby shares insights on self-worth, body signals, and emotional patterns that shape how we connect with others. They

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48:10

Dissociation: What Even Is It, Really?

Trauma, Tea, and Tangents ·

2025/10/03

Ever find yourself driving home and suddenly thinking, “Wait… how did I even get here?” That’s dissociation in action. In this episode, we’re unpacking what dissociation really is, why our brains do it, and how it’s sometimes more friend than foe. We’ll talk about the ways dissociation protects us, the moments it trips us up, and how to come back to the present when your mind has basically hit the “autopilot” button.What You’ll Hear in This Episode: What dissociation actually is (beyond the

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25:21

What's an Emotion anyways?

Trauma, Tea, and Tangents ·

2025/09/19

Feeling your emotions can be harder than it seems—but avoiding them comes at a cost. In this episode, Hannah Guy explores why uncomfortable feelings can feel overwhelming, how cultural, biological, and personal factors shape the way we experience emotions, and practical ways to safely tune in and process them. Drawing from her experience as a therapist, Hannah shares guidance for building emotional awareness, embracing your inner world, and using your feelings as a tool for growth.What You’ll Learn

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40:54

From Friends to Lovers and Everything In Between:...

Trauma, Tea, and Tangents ·

2025/09/05

In this episode of Trauma, Tea, and Tangents, I sit down with therapist and podcast host Jazzmyn Proctor to talk about navigating relationships, embracing change, and the self-discoveries that come with dating and letting go. Whether you’re facing shifting friendships, romantic challenges, or life transitions, this conversation offers honest insight and encouragement.What you’ll hear in this episode: How to navigate relationships through major life transitions Accepting when relationships change

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13:31

EMDR Explained: 5 Reasons to Try It

Trauma, Tea, and Tangents ·

2025/08/22

In this solo episode of Trauma, Tea, and Tangents, I’m sitting down to chat all about EMDR—what it is, why it works, and why I think it can be such a powerful tool for healing trauma. I’ll share five big reasons EMDR might be worth exploring, how it’s different from traditional talk therapy, and what the process actually looks like. I also touch on some of the common worries or skepticism people have about EMDR and why finding the right therapist really matters. If you’ve been curious about EMDR,

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29:10

Life After Burnout: Healing, Rest, and Looking Ahead

Trauma, Tea, and Tangents ·

2025/08/13

On this episode of Trauma, Tea, and Tangents, I’m joined by Stephanie High, a performance psychology practitioner and trauma-informed educator who works with women and athletes navigating burnout and trauma.We dive deep into the realities of burnout—especially in the world of corporate America—and explore what healing from trauma can look like when you start to imagine a future beyond survival mode. Stephanie shares powerful insights on why taking breaks isn’t a luxury, but a necessity for recovery

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15:25

How to Heal When Nothing Feels Certain

Trauma, Tea, and Tangents ·

2025/07/18

In this solo episode of Trauma, Tea, and Tangents, Hannah invites you to settle in with your favorite cup of tea and explore the often uncomfortable space of uncertainty. For many of us, trauma wires our brains to crave control, predictability, and safety—so when life feels uncertain, it can trigger deep-rooted fear and survival responses.Hannah unpacks how trauma impacts the way we relate to the unknown and gently guides listeners toward a new perspective: what if uncertainty isn’t the enemy, but

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41:56

In Between Who I Was and Who I’m Becoming

Trauma, Tea, and Tangents ·

2025/06/27

On this week's episode of Trauma, Tea, and Tangents, we talk about the riveting question we all ask ourselves at some point in our lives "Who am I now?"You’re not the same woman you were 10 years ago—maybe you’re a mother, a daughter, a partner, a professional, a survivor, a seeker… or someone in the thick of figuring it all out. But what happens when life transitions shake your sense of identity? This week, we’re diving deep into identity shifts through life’s big (and subtle) transitions with

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44:46

Sick and Silent: The Overlooked Link Between Illness,...

Trauma, Tea, and Tangents ·

2025/06/13

On this week's episode of Trauma, Tea, and Tangents, we sit down with Sami Leyde — a professional dancer, performer, and passionate advocate for POTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome) and EDS (Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome). Sami shares her deeply personal journey of living with chronic illness, and how for years, her symptoms were dismissed, misdiagnosed, or misunderstood by the medical system.We explore the powerful intersection between trauma and the body — how unresolved emotional wounds and

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49:53

Healing Touch: Sex, Trauma, and the Journey Back

Trauma, Tea, and Tangents ·

2025/05/30

This week on Trauma, Tea, and Tangents, we’re pouring a strong cup and diving headfirst into one of the most avoided yet deeply important conversations: sex and sexual trauma. Sex is often cloaked in silence—especially when trauma is involved—but we’re here to unpack the many faces of sexual trauma, how it shows up in our lives, and most importantly, how we can begin to heal from it.Joining us for this raw and real convo is Esme Valette, licensed sex therapist and fierce advocate for

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49:01

Let’s Get Honest about Adoption... The Good, Bad, and...

Trauma, Tea, and Tangents ·

2025/05/14

This week on Trauma, Tea, and Tangents, we’re diving into the often-ignored reality of adoption trauma—because being “chosen” doesn’t cancel out birth trauma, identity confusion, or attachment wounds. Tisheila Justice, LCSW, joins us to unpack how early childhood development, attachment theory, and the loss of cultural identity deeply impact our ability to feel safe, connected, and emotionally regulated as adults.We’re calling out the “resilient kid” myth, breaking down what real healing looks

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49:25

Change Isn’t Magic — It’s Mindset (and a Little Bit...

Trauma, Tea, and Tangents ·

2025/04/30

In this episode, I'm joined by the badass confidence creator herself, Sam Pillsbury, and let’s just say — we go all in on what it actually takes to create real change (spoiler: it’s not just manifesting and good vibes). We dive deep into the messy, uncomfortable, and very real journey of shifting from a scarcity mindset to an abundance one. We talk about why change feels so damn hard, how sneaky self-sabotage shows up when you're leveling up, and why building your "trust muscle" (yep, that’s a

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51:50

Intrusive as Hell: The OCD Experience

Trauma, Tea, and Tangents ·

2025/04/16

OCD isn’t just about being “neat” or “a little anxious.” It can feel like your brain is holding you hostage with relentless, intrusive thoughts no one talks about out loud. In this episode, I sit down with Brittany Webb from Better Minds Counseling (@bettermindscounseling on IG) bettermindscounseling-services.com to dive into the unfiltered truth about OCD. We explore how it can parallel trauma in the nervous system—and the ways it’s totally its own beast. This is the episode for anyone who’s felt

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46:31

Should Your Therapist Be in Therapy? (Spoiler: Yes.)

Trauma, Tea, and Tangents ·

2025/04/02

Let’s be honest—if your therapist hasn’t been to therapy, that’s a red flag the size of a weighted blanket. In this episode, Hannah talks with Erin Kelly, LCSW, who’s done actual research on why therapists need to do their own inner work (and what can go sideways if they don’t). They get into the nitty gritty of what happens when unprocessed junk seeps into the therapy room, why “just breathing through it” isn’t enough, and how you can tell if your therapist is walking the walk—or just handing out

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49:32

CPTSD or ADHD? Or Both? (You're Not Crazy)

Trauma, Tea, and Tangents ·

2025/03/27

CPTSD or ADHD? Or Both? (You're Not Crazy) Is it trauma? Is it neurodivergence? Or is it just your brain throwing spaghetti at the wall to see what sticks? In this episode, we’re diving headfirst into the messy overlap between CPTSD and ADHD—why they can look freakishly similar, how to tell the difference (hint: it's not your Google search history), and why either way, you’re not broken or lazy or "too much." You’re human. You’re brilliant. And no, you’re not crazy. Get ready for spicy validation,

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40:49

Dating Without Losing Your Mind: A Therapist & Dating...

Trauma, Tea, and Tangents ·

2025/03/19

Let’s be real—dating can feel like a rollercoaster designed by someone who definitely skipped their own therapy sessions. In this kickoff episode, Hannah teams up with seasoned dating coach Brin to get honest about the messy, beautiful chaos of modern dating. We’re unpacking: The truth about loneliness (and why it doesn’t mean there’s something “wrong” with you) How being single is completely normal (and not some problem to fix) Reframing past relationship experiences without spiraling Finding

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