Episode 87: The Necessity of Safety: Addressing Trauma by Enhancing Safety

Emancipation Nation

This episode focuses on trauma, particularly the relationship between trauma and substance use disorder and how enhancing safety through the use of safe coping skills has been proven to be highly effective for those who have experienced trauma. Dr. Najavits discusses her years of research translated into very practical books practitioners can use with survivors. 'Seeking Safety" and "Finding your Best Self" are just two for survivors of trauma and strives to remind us that client’s safety is a right, not a privilege.