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The Overcoming PTSD PodcastAuthor: Overcoming PTSD
Welcome to Overcoming PTSD with Brad Schipke the show that helps trauma survivors fully recover and rebuild their lives without therapy or medication. Im Brad Schipke, a trauma recovery coach whos personally healed PTSD, complex PTSD, and addiction. I know exactly how hopeless trauma can feel and I also know the proven path forward. Each week, youll get powerful conversations, science-backed tools, and real-world strategies for healing trauma, calming your nervous system, and overcoming PTSD symptoms for good. Well explore how to: Process unhealed memories safely and effectively Regulate anxiety, panic, and emotional flashbacks Rebuild relationships and self-trust after trauma End cycles of depression, dissociation, and avoidance Create a life filled with peace, purpose, and joy Through in-depth interviews with survivors and experts, plus my own lessons from guiding thousands through recovery, youll discover what actually works and what doesnt in the healing process. Whether youre at the beginning of your journey or deep in recovery, youll find hope, validation, and clear next steps here. Because healing from PTSD and CPTSD isnt a dream its a repeatable, achievable reality. You can heal.You deserve to heal.And you dont have to do it alone. Join me every week for new episodes, and start your transformation today at OvercomingPTSD.com Language: en Genres: Education, Health & Fitness, Mental Health Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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#37 Processing Bootcamp - Healing Protectors | Recovery Secrets Series
Episode 178
Tuesday, 18 November, 2025
Want to coach with me? Book a free no pressure consultation call here: https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation Learn the proven system that’s helped 2,000+ trauma survivors reduce symptoms by 77.9% in just 4.5 months without therapy or medication 👉 https://overcomingptsd.com/ Healing Your Inner Protectors: A Gentle PTSD Recovery Process How to Talk to Your Protectors and Calm PTSD Triggers Stop the Inner War: Trauma Protectors, Parts Work, and Peace From Panic to Peace: A Step-by-Step PTSD Protector Healing Script Rewiring Trauma Responses: Separating From Protectors Without Getting Overwhelmed Turn Your Anxiety Into an Ally: Healing Protective Parts After PTSD A Simple Daily Practice to Heal Trauma Protectors and Regulate Your Nervous System Why Healing Isn’t as Scary as It Feels: A Non-Invasive PTSD Tool Create Inner Safety: How to Build Trust With Your Trauma Protectors Do-It-Yourself Parts Work: Daily Protector Sessions for PTSD Recovery Host: Brad Schipke • Overcoming PTSD Podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching In this episode, Brad walks you through a simple, non-invasive way to start healing your “protectors” — those parts of you that jump in to prevent more pain but often create chaos, anxiety, or shame. Building on the earlier theory of protectors, he and Kaylene turn it into a clear, step-by-step process you can actually use on your own. You’ll learn how protectors form after trauma, why they get “activated” during triggers, and how to see them not as enemies but as well-intentioned parts that have been trying to keep you safe. Instead of being taken over by extreme reactions, you’ll discover how to gently separate from these parts, talk with them, and understand what they need. Brad also shares how to use a simple four-question script to have real conversations with your protectors, reach emotional resolution, and close each session with safety and love. By repeating this process, you can reduce chronic tension, calm triggers, and move closer to living as your true self — peaceful, present, and in control. This is a highly practical episode designed to help you start doing your own “therapy sessions” at home. With patience, self-love, and honesty, you’ll see that healing doesn’t have to be perfect or overwhelming — it just has to be consistent. 💡 What You’ll Learn How trauma protectors are formed and why they “take the wheel” during PTSD triggers A four-step process to safely connect with, separate from, and talk to your protectors How to use body scans and tension as a guide to identify active protectors The exact four questions to ask your protectors to understand and heal them How to close a protector session so parts feel seen, loved, and safe to rest Why patience, self-love, and honesty are the foundations of this trauma tool How to tell the difference between your true self and an activated protector Ways to turn painful triggers into opportunities for deep trauma healing How daily protector sessions can complement or even outperform weekly therapy alone 🧠 Key Takeaway Every protector, no matter how painful its impact, is trying to help you — when you meet it with love, patience, and honesty, it can finally relax and let your true self lead. 🔗 Next Steps Subscribe for new weekday episodes from the Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching archive. To go deeper or work with Brad directly, visit https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching 00:45 Understanding Protectors and Their Role 01:36 Foundations of Protector Work 03:40 Healing Protectors: Step-by-Step Process 14:32 Practical Example of Protector Healing 17:37 Four Basic Steps to Healing Protectors 27:37 Detailed Guide to Protector Conversations 41:13 Final Tips and Encouragement 44:59 Overcoming Perfectionism in Healing 45:15 Understanding and Engaging with Your Emotions 45:51 The Power of Simple Conversations 46:35 Advanced Healing Techniques 47:00 Real-Life Examples and Encouragement 48:15 The Importance of Consistency and Patience 53:20 Visualization and Meditation in Healing 01:00:15 Building a Relationship with Your Protectors 01:02:50 The Healing Journey: Challenges and Successes 01:18:03 Final Thoughts and Encouragement Topics Covered: PTSD recovery • trauma healing • protector parts work • internal family systems style tools • emotional regulation • nervous system regulation • PTSD triggers • trauma coping tools • inner child healing • self-love and compassion after trauma • processing emotions safely • overcoming anxiety and hypervigilance • DIY trauma processing • non-invasive trauma healing tools
