The Healing Childhood Trauma Podcast

3 Ways to Rebuild ‘You’ After Childhood Trauma (Ep 31) 01.06.2026 18p

📰 Join the mailing list:Mailing List - Alec Williams Therapy🌐 Visit my website for info about working with me one-to-one or in groups:www.alecwilliamstherapy.co.uk✉️ Get in touch:Contact - Alec Williams TherapyIn this episode, we explore one of the most common questions I hear from clients:How do you rebuild your sense of self after childhood trauma?Childhood trauma can leave you either feeling disconnected from who you are, or not really liking the person that you are.In this episode, we explore three powerful ways to heal your identity and reconnect with your authentic self:Learning to love and accept yourself as you are right nowBuilding new behaviours, experiences, boundaries, and patterns in the presentReconnecting with authentic parts of yourself that may have been hidden by childhood trauma and survival adaptationsYou'll learn why healing from childhood trauma isn't simply about self-acceptance, personal growth, or rediscovering who you used to be. Instead, rebuilding a healthy sense of self often involves all three.

The Exhaustion of Living on High Alert | Hypervigilance & Healing (Ep 30) 25.05.2026 20p

🌐 Visit my website to learn more about working with me one-to-one or in groups:www.alecwilliamstherapy.co.uk✉️ Get in touch:Contact - Alec Williams Therapy📰 Join the mailing list for updates, reflections, and new episodes:Mailing List - Alec Williams Therapy___________________________Why do you feel constantly on edge… even when nothing dangerous is happening?In this episode of The Healing Childhood Trauma Podcast, we explore the exhausting reality of living in chronic hypervigilance after childhood trauma.From overthinking text messages and scanning people’s tone of voice, to struggling to relax, sleep, or feel safe in relationships - this episode unpacks how trauma can leave the nervous system stuck in survival mode long after the danger has passed.Drawing on trauma-informed psychology, Polyvagal Theory, somatic healing approaches, and nervous system regulation research, we explore practical, evidence-informed tools for nervous system healing, including:• Reducing overstimulation and hidden stressors• Working with the body through grounding and breathwork• Shifting attention from danger to safety• Understanding hypervigilance with compassion rather than self-criticism

How Childhood Wounds Show Up in Adult Relationships | with Holly Roberts (Ep 29) 20.05.2026 35p

Holly's website: www.talkingrelationships.co.ukIn this episode of The Healing Childhood Trauma Podcast, I’m joined by Holly Roberts, an individual and couples psychotherapist who specialises in relationships, attachment wounds, anxiety, self-esteem, and childhood trauma.Together, we explore how childhood trauma and unmet emotional needs can quietly shape adult relationships - affecting trust, communication, emotional safety, conflict, intimacy, and self-worth.We talk about why seemingly small disagreements with a partner - like arguments over towels left on the floor, tone of voice, feeling ignored, or not feeling understood - are often connected to much deeper emotional wounds underneath.Holly shares insight into how early experiences of abandonment, criticism, emotional neglect, inconsistency, or feeling unsafe can show up later in adult relationships.This episode is full of compassionate insight and practical tools for anyone wanting to better understand their relationship patterns, heal childhood wounds, and feel more connected within themselves and their relationships._____________________________🌐 Visit my website to learn more about working with me one-to-one or in groups:www.alecwilliamstherapy.co.uk✉️ Get in touch:Contact - Alec Williams Therapy📰 Join the mailing list for updates, reflections, and new episodes:Mailing List - Alec Williams Therapy

What Does Healing From Childhood Trauma Actually Look Like? (Ep 28) 14.05.2026 18p

What does healing from childhood trauma actually look like in real life?In this episode of The Healing Childhood Trauma Podcast, we explore the often messy, non-linear and deeply human reality of the healing journey after childhood trauma.From the painful truth that healing can take time, to why things can sometimes feel worse before they feel better, we unpack some of the most common - and least talked about - experiences people encounter as they begin healing.We also explore the profound shifts that can happen in relationships, identity and self-worth as you become more connected to your needs, emotions and nervous system.If you’ve ever found yourself wondering:“Am I actually healing?”“Why does this still affect me?”“Why does the process feel so confusing sometimes?"- this episode is for you._____________________________🌐 Visit my website to learn more about working with me one-to-one or in groups:www.alecwilliamstherapy.co.uk✉️ Get in touch:Contact - Alec Williams Therapy📰 Join the mailing list for updates, reflections, and new episodes:Mailing List - Alec Williams Therapy

Strong Reactions, Old Wounds: Managing Trauma Triggers from Childhood (Ep 27) 04.05.2026 19p

In this episode of The Healing Childhood Trauma Podcast, we break down trauma responses and why your nervous system can react so quickly - and intensely - to everyday situations.If you’ve ever wondered why you get triggered in arguments, shut down under pressure, or fall into people-pleasing patterns, this episode explains the psychology behind it.By the end of this episode, you’ll:Understand what trauma responses actually are and why they happenRecognise your own patterns (fight, flight, freeze, or fawn) in everyday situationsLearn how childhood experiences shape your emotional reactions todayGain simple, practical tools to interrupt reactions in real timeFeel more equipped to respond with awareness instead of reacting automatically_____________________________🌐 Visit my website to learn more about working with me one-to-one or in groups:www.alecwilliamstherapy.co.uk✉️ Get in touch:Contact - Alec Williams Therapy📰 Join the mailing list for updates, reflections, and new episodes:Mailing List - Alec Williams Therapy

Why Trust Can Feel So Hard: Attachment, Nervous System & Healing (Ep 26) 27.04.2026 20p

In this episode, we explore how childhood trauma affects trust, why trusting others can feel unsafe, and how this shows up in adult relationships - whether that’s fear of being hurt, overthinking, hyper-independence, or trusting too quickly.You’ll learn how trust is shaped by your nervous system, why trust issues are often trauma responses, and how early experiences can lead to patterns like anxious attachment, emotional withdrawal, or difficulty feeling safe with others.We also cover practical steps to start rebuilding trust after trauma, including how to feel safer in relationships, and take small, manageable steps toward healthy connection.If you’ve ever wondered “Why do I struggle to trust people?” or “How can I heal trust difficulties from childhood trauma?” - this episode will give you clear insights and realistic tools to begin healing and building secure, fulfilling relationships.______________________________🌐 Visit my website to learn more about working with me one-to-one or in groups:www.alecwilliamstherapy.co.uk✉️ Get in touch:Contact - Alec Williams Therapy📰 Join the mailing list for updates, reflections, and new episodes:Mailing List - Alec Williams Therapy

Rewiring the Abandonment Wound: Attachment, Patterns & Healing (Ep 25) 20.04.2026 20p

In this episode of The Healing Childhood Trauma Podcast, we explore one of the deepest and most painful early wounds: abandonment.Whether it’s physical absence or emotional unavailability from caregivers, abandonment trauma can leave lasting imprints on the nervous system - shaping how you see yourself, how you relate to others, and how safe you feel in relationships.You’ll learn:What an abandonment wound is and how it forms in childhoodThe difference between physical and emotional abandonmentHow abandonment trauma shows up in adult relationships (anxious attachment, avoidance, people-pleasing, trust issues)Why you may unconsciously repeat painful relationship patternsHow to begin healing through secure attachment and safe, supportive relationships______________________________🌐 Visit my website to learn more about working with me one-to-one or in groups:www.alecwilliamstherapy.co.uk✉️ Get in touch:Contact - Alec Williams Therapy📰 Join the mailing list for updates, reflections, and new episodes:Mailing List - Alec Williams Therapy

Why Childhood Trauma Creates Shame - And How You Can Heal (Ep 24) 13.04.2026 19p

Shame is one of the most painful emotions many people carry after childhood trauma, yet it’s also one of the least talked about.In this episode of The Healing Childhood Trauma Podcast, we explore the powerful role shame can play in shaping how we see ourselves and why it can become so deeply embedded after difficult early experiences.In this episode we explore:• What shame is and why all humans experience it• The difference between healthy shame and toxic shame• Why childhood trauma can cause shame to become part of our identity• How the inner critic develops• Gentle ways to begin healing shame through self-compassionIf you’ve ever felt like you’re “not good enough,” fundamentally flawed, or somehow broken, this episode may help you understand where those feelings come from - and how healing can begin.______________________________🌐 Visit my website to learn more about working with me one-to-one or in groups:⁠www.alecwilliamstherapy.co.uk⁠✉️ Get in touch:⁠Contact - Alec Williams Therapy⁠📰 Join the mailing list for updates, reflections, and new episodes:⁠Mailing List - Alec Williams Therapy⁠

Breaking Free From the Story Childhood Trauma Created (Ep 23) 07.04.2026 17p

In this episode of The Healing Childhood Trauma Podcast, we explore how early experiences form deep core beliefs and narratives around self-worth, identity, and relationships - often without us even realising it.This episode will help you understand where those narratives came from - and more importantly, how to begin changing them.You’ll learn how to:Recognise the hidden story driving your thoughts and behavioursSeparate your past experiences from your identityGently question long-held beliefs that feel like factsStart creating new, healthier ways of seeing yourselfTake practical steps to break free from old trauma patternsThis episode is for anyone looking to heal childhood trauma, improve self-worth, and stop being controlled by old emotional patterns.Because the story you’re living in… isn’t the only one available to you.______________________________🌐 Visit my website to learn more about working with me one-to-one or in groups:www.alecwilliamstherapy.co.uk✉️ Get in touch:Contact - Alec Williams Therapy📰 Join the mailing list for updates, reflections, and new episodes:Mailing List - Alec Williams Therapy

4 Myths That Might Stop You From Healing Childhood Trauma (Ep 22) 30.03.2026 18p

In this episode of the Healing Childhood Trauma Podcast, we explore 4 common misunderstandings and myths about childhood trauma that can quietly block healing.By the end of this episode you'll have a deeper understanding of why:You don’t need clear memories for trauma to affect you“Good parents” doesn’t always mean you won't be carrying woundsAnd why you might still feel stuck, even years laterIf you’ve ever found yourself thinking “it wasn’t that bad”, 'I don't remember it so it can't really have impacted me' or “I should be over it by now”, this episode will help you better understand how childhood trauma shows up in adulthood, from anxiety and relationship patterns to self-worth and emotional regulation.You’ll come away with a clearer understanding of trauma - and a simple, practical step you can begin using to support your own healing journey.______________________________🌐 Visit my website to learn more about working with me one-to-one or in groups:www.alecwilliamstherapy.co.uk✉️ Get in touch:Contact - Alec Williams Therapy📰 Join the mailing list for updates, reflections, and new episodes:Mailing List - Alec Williams Therapy

3 Ways Childhood Trauma Affects How You See Yourself (Ep 21) 23.03.2026 19p

In this episode of The Healing Childhood Trauma Podcast, we explore how childhood trauma shapes your self-image, self-worth, and identity.If you’ve ever felt not good enough, too much, or unsure of who you really are, this episode will help you understand why.We break down three common ways childhood trauma affects how you see yourself and you’ll learn why these patterns form in early life, how they continue to influence your thoughts, relationships, and sense of worth in adulthood - and, importantly, how to start changing them.By the end of this episode, you’ll:Gain a deeper understanding of how early experiences shape self-perceptionRecognise common trauma-driven patterns affecting your confidence and self-worthBegin noticing the lens through which you see yourself, others, and the worldLearn a simple, practical step to help you build a healthier, more compassionate sense of selfThis episode is for anyone looking to heal childhood trauma, overcome self-doubt, and develop a stronger sense of identity and self-worth.______________________________🌐 Visit my website to learn more about working with me one-to-one or in groups:www.alecwilliamstherapy.co.uk✉️ Get in touch:Contact - Alec Williams Therapy📰 Join the mailing list for updates, reflections, and new episodes:Mailing List - Alec Williams Therapy

Can Childhood Trauma Really Change The Brain? Exploring Neuroscience and Healing (Ep 20) 16.03.2026 22p

In this episode of The Healing Childhood Trauma Podcast, we explore the neuroscience of childhood trauma, and explain how early life experiences can impact key areas of the brain, including the amygdala, hippocampus, and prefrontal cortex.Research from neuroscience and trauma psychology shows that the brain is not permanently damaged by trauma. Thanks to neuroplasticity, the brain can reorganize, heal, and build new pathways throughout life.You’ll gain a deeper understanding of:• What the nervous system actually does• How childhood trauma can shape brain development• Why trauma can keep the nervous system stuck in survival mode• The role of neuroplasticity in healing trauma• Practical ways to begin healing your brain and nervous systemIf you've ever wondered why trauma affects the body so deeply - and whether healing is truly possible - this episode will help you understand both the science and the hope behind trauma recovery.______________________________Neurobiological Development in the Context of Childhood Trauma - PMC“The Biological Effects of Childhood Trauma” - PMCWorlds largest childhood trauma study uncovers brain rewiring | University of Essex______________________________🌐 Visit my website to learn more about working with me one-to-one or in groups:www.alecwilliamstherapy.co.uk✉️ Get in touch:Contact - Alec Williams Therapy📰 Join the mailing list for updates, reflections, and new episodes:Mailing List - Alec Williams Therapy

Inner Child Work Explained: How to Heal Childhood Wounds (Ep 19) 09.03.2026 24p

In this episode of The Healing Childhood Trauma Podcast, we delve deep into inner child work and how it facilitates healing childhood trauma and wounds.Discover what inner child healing truly means from trauma-informed and psychological perspectives. We discuss how childhood trauma and attachment wounds influence adult emotional patterns and behaviours, and share effective techniques for reparenting your inner child.By the end of the episode, you'll understand signs that your inner child is triggered, learn practical strategies for inner child healing and emotional regulation, and begin fostering self-compassion and healthier relationships with yourself.If you seek to heal childhood trauma, improve emotional well-being, or break repetitive emotional patterns, this episode offers valuable insights and actionable steps to start your healing journey today.______________________________🌐 Visit my website to learn more about working with me one-to-one or in groups:www.alecwilliamstherapy.co.uk✉️ Get in touch:Contact - Alec Williams Therapy📰 Join the mailing list for updates, reflections, and new episodes:Mailing List - Alec Williams Therapy

Childhood Neglect: Signs, Impact & How to Heal (Ep 18) 02.03.2026 20p

In this episode, of the Healing Childhood Trauma Podcast we explore childhood neglect - one of the most overlooked yet impactful forms of developmental trauma - and how unmet relational needs can shape emotional wellbeing, attachment patterns, and adult relationships.By the end of this episode, you’ll be able to:Understand what childhood neglect and relational trauma actually areRecognise the difference between normal mis-attunement and developmental neglectLearn why unmet emotional needs leave lasting psychological and nervous system imprintsIdentify common signs of neglect wounds in adult relationships and self-perceptionExplore practical pathways toward healing attachment wounds and rebuilding relational safetyThis episode is ideal for listeners interested in trauma recovery, attachment theory, emotional healing, psychotherapy, or personal development.______________________________🌐 Visit my website to learn more about working with me one-to-one or in groups:www.alecwilliamstherapy.co.uk✉️ Get in touch:Contact - Alec Williams Therapy📰 Join the mailing list for updates, reflections, and new episodes:Mailing List - Alec Williams Therapy

How to Start Healing Childhood Trauma as an Adult: A Holistic Approach (Ep 17) 23.02.2026 16p

In this episode, of The Healing Childhood Trauma Podcast, we explore why trauma doesn’t live in just one place - and why healing often requires a more holistic, integrative approach.By the end of this episode, you’ll:Understand why healing childhood trauma is rarely solved by a single therapy approachLearn the main ways trauma shows up in adulthood - thoughts, behaviours, nervous system, attachment, and inner partsIdentify where trauma is showing up most strongly in your life right nowGain clarity on practical next steps for starting (or refining) your healing journeyIf you’re ready to move beyond quick fixes and begin working with trauma in a way that meets the whole of you - this episode will give you a powerful and compassionate starting point._____________________________🌐 Visit my website to learn more about working with me one-to-one or in groups:www.alecwilliamstherapy.co.uk✉️ Get in touch:Contact - Alec Williams Therapy📰 Join the mailing list for updates, reflections, and new episodes:Mailing List - Alec Williams Therapy

5 Signs Childhood Trauma May Still Be Affecting Your Life (Ep 16) 16.02.2026 22p

In this episode of The Healing Childhood Trauma Podcast, we explore five subtle but powerful signs that unresolved childhood trauma may still be affecting your emotional wellbeing, relationships, and sense of self today.You’ll learn how early experiences influence adult self-worth, emotional reactions, and recurring life patterns - often in ways that are easy to miss.By the end of this episode, you’ll:Understand how childhood trauma can show up in adult life and relationshipsRecognise 5 key signs of unresolved or unhealed childhood traumaLearn why focusing only on present-day symptoms doesn’t always create lasting changeGain a simple, practical healing reflection to start breaking old patterns______________________________🌐 Visit my website to learn more about working with me one-to-one or in groups:www.alecwilliamstherapy.co.uk✉️ Get in touch:Contact - Alec Williams Therapy📰 Join the mailing list for updates, reflections, and new episodes:Mailing List - Alec Williams Therapy

What Your Nervous System Wishes You Knew About Trauma Healing (Ep 15) 09.02.2026 18p

In this episode, we explore why slow and steady pacing in psychotherapy often leads to deeper, safer, and more lasting healing, and how moving too quickly can sometimes make things harder rather than easier.By the end of this episode, you’ll be able to:Understand why going faster in trauma work can sometimes slow progress or increase symptomsRecognise how the nervous system responds to overwhelm and why pacing mattersLearn what titration is and how working in small, manageable doses supports healingIdentify signs that your current pace is helping - or quietly getting in the wayDevelop a more compassionate, realistic sense of how to find a pace that prioritises safety and regulationWhether you’re in therapy, considering it, or doing your own inner work, this episode offers a grounded framework for understanding how fast is actually helpful in trauma healing.______________________________🌐 Visit my website to learn more about working with me one-to-one or in groups:www.alecwilliamstherapy.co.uk✉️ Get in touch:Contact - Alec Williams Therapy📰 Join the mailing list for updates, reflections, and new episodes:Mailing List - Alec Williams Therapy

How Childhood Trauma Affects Adult Relationships: Attachment, Patterns & Healing (Ep 14) 02.02.2026 20p

In this episode, we explore how childhood trauma affects adult relationships, and why the patterns you struggle with in intimacy, friendship, and connection often didn’t start in the present.From attachment styles and nervous system responses to people-pleasing, avoidance, and fear of abandonment, we unpack how early relational wounds quietly shape the way you love, attach, and respond to others today.By the end of this episode, you’ll:Understand how childhood trauma shows up in adult relationshipsLearn how early attachment experiences shape your attachment style todayIdentify common trauma-based relationship patterns, including anxious, avoidant, and disorganised attachmentRecognise why your nervous system reacts so strongly in moments of conflict, distance, or intimacyBegin separating past wounds from present relationshipsDiscover how healing childhood trauma can happen in relationship - not just alone______________________________🌐 Visit my website to learn more about working with me one-to-one or in groups:www.alecwilliamstherapy.co.uk✉️ Get in touch:Contact - Alec Williams Therapy📰 Join the mailing list for updates, reflections, and new episodes:Mailing List - Alec Williams Therapy

Breaking the Cycle: Healing the Patterns Childhood Trauma Created (Ep 13) 26.01.2026 19p

In this episode, we explore how childhood trauma creates deeply ingrained cycles of thoughts, emotions, and behaviours that can follow us into adulthood.By the end of this episode you'll be able to:Understand what trauma cycles are and how they form in childhoodRecognise why patterns that no longer serve you once had an important protective roleIdentify how these cycles show up in your nervous system and relationshipsLearn practical ways to pause, notice, and gently interrupt trauma-driven patternsBegin breaking cycles with more awareness, self-compassion, and choice______________________________🌐 Visit my website to learn more about working with me one-to-one or in groups:www.alecwilliamstherapy.co.uk✉️ Get in touch:Contact - Alec Williams Therapy📰 Join the mailing list for updates, reflections, and new episodes:Mailing List - Alec Williams Therapy

The Beliefs You Didn’t Choose: How Early Experiences Shape Core Beliefs (Ep 12) 19.01.2026 18p

In this episode, we explore how the core beliefs we carry about ourselves in adulthood can often be formed in response to childhood trauma - not because they were true, but because they helped us survive.By the end of this episode, you’ll be able to:Understand what core beliefs are and how they form as adaptive survival responsesReframe beliefs like “I don’t matter” as protective strategies rather than personal flawsRecognise the environments that made these beliefs necessaryIdentify clear steps to help you form new core beliefs______________________________🌐 Visit my website to learn more about working with me one-to-one or in groups:www.alecwilliamstherapy.co.uk✉️ Get in touch:Contact - Alec Williams Therapy📰 Join the mailing list for updates, reflections, and new episodes:Mailing List - Alec Williams Therapy