In this episode of Well with Arielle, I sit down with Dr. Elisa Hallerman, a former Hollywood talent agent turned trauma specialist and psychotherapist, for a raw and honest conversation about addiction, recovery, and healing. Her journey from the fast-paced entertainment industry to becoming a respected voice in trauma-informed therapy is absolutely inspiring. And let me tell you, her insights about the connection between trauma and addiction will completely change how you think about healing.
We dive deep into:
- 🧠The real connection between trauma and addiction (it’s not what most people think)
- 💫Why “California Sober” might not be the answer (and what actually works)
- 🌟How trauma literally lives in our bodies (the science will blow your mind)
- ✨The power of trauma-informed care in addiction recovery
If you’ve ever struggled with addiction, know someone who has, or are just curious about the deeper aspects of healing and recovery, this episode is for you. Dr. Hallerman’s approach combines clinical expertise with real-life experience, making complex topics accessible and actionable.
After this conversation, you’ll never look at addiction and recovery the same way again!
- 00:00 – Introduction
- 04:15 – Celebrating 22 years of recovery and transformation.
- 08:30 – The progression from social drinking to addiction.
- 13:45 – How trauma and substance use intersect.
- 17:20 – Understanding the “Yets” in Addiction: The danger of waiting for rock bottom.
- 21:35 – Social Media’s Impact on Modern Addiction
- 26:50 – Examining alternative approaches to sobriety.
- 31:15 – Understanding how trauma affects us physically.
- 36:40 – Why trauma awareness matters in recovery.
- 41:25 – A powerful career and life transformation.
