The Pursuit of Healing from Generational Trauma w/ Dr. Danielle Simmons
03/05/21 • 87 min
In today’s episode, I have a conversation with Dr. Danielle Simmons, a psychologist and therapist based in Chicago. We dig into the topic of generational trauma, its implications, how it shows up in our everyday lives, and how to heal from it.
In this episode we discuss:
- What is generational trauma, its implications, and how it shows up in our everyday lives
- How trauma is passed down from generation to generation and/or carried across generations
- The ways in which Black folks experience generational trauma differently as a result of slavery
- The process of healing from generational trauma and what to anticipate when pursuing therapy and healing
- The importance of creating a toolkit for healing and overall wellness
- ...and much more!
About Dr. Danielle Simmons:
Dr. Danielle Simmons is a licensed psychologist with a private practice in downtown Chicago which aims to promote sustainable growth, change, and healing. She is a native Chicagoan, and derives great joy and honor from giving back to the communities that have given her so much, including communities of queer folk, disenfranchised folk, and people being harmed by ongoing systemic oppression. As a clinician, educator and facilitator, she encourages honest self-reflection, increased self-awareness, unconditional self-compassion and a willingness to accept our imperfections. She comes from a long line of resilient Black women, and carries within her their messages of love, tenacity, endurance, and survival.
To learn more about Dr. Simmons, check out her website: http://www.sccs-therapy.com/
Suggested Resources:
Dora Kamau, From Reacting to Responding (meditation)
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In today’s episode, I have a conversation with Dr. Danielle Simmons, a psychologist and therapist based in Chicago. We dig into the topic of generational trauma, its implications, how it shows up in our everyday lives, and how to heal from it.
In this episode we discuss:
- What is generational trauma, its implications, and how it shows up in our everyday lives
- How trauma is passed down from generation to generation and/or carried across generations
- The ways in which Black folks experience generational trauma differently as a result of slavery
- The process of healing from generational trauma and what to anticipate when pursuing therapy and healing
- The importance of creating a toolkit for healing and overall wellness
- ...and much more!
About Dr. Danielle Simmons:
Dr. Danielle Simmons is a licensed psychologist with a private practice in downtown Chicago which aims to promote sustainable growth, change, and healing. She is a native Chicagoan, and derives great joy and honor from giving back to the communities that have given her so much, including communities of queer folk, disenfranchised folk, and people being harmed by ongoing systemic oppression. As a clinician, educator and facilitator, she encourages honest self-reflection, increased self-awareness, unconditional self-compassion and a willingness to accept our imperfections. She comes from a long line of resilient Black women, and carries within her their messages of love, tenacity, endurance, and survival.
To learn more about Dr. Simmons, check out her website: http://www.sccs-therapy.com/
Suggested Resources:
Dora Kamau, From Reacting to Responding (meditation)
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Follow The Sista Circle Podcast via social media:
Facebook: @thesistacirclepodcast
Youtube: The Sista Circle Podcast
And don’t forget to subscribe to The Sista Circle Podcast mailing list: www.thesistacircle.com/subscribe
Support the show
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In this episode we’ll discuss:
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Taking Charge of Your Fertility: The Definitive Guide to Natural Birth Control, Pregnancy Achievement & Reproductive Health. By Toni Weschler
Fertility: The Shared Journey with Mercier Therapy. Documentary on Amazon.
Toxic Home Conscious Home: a Mindful Approach to Wellness at Home. By Rob Brown.
If interested in learning more about Dr. Sandra Alexandria and her practice, visit:
https://nwphysmed.com/doctors/
Or, email: [email protected]
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