What is a trauma trigger—and why does it have such a powerful grip on your nervous system? In this episode of Courage to Heal, we explore what trauma triggers are, how they form, and why they show up in everyday moments. You’ll learn how to recognize your unique triggers and gently regulate overwhelming emotional responses. Anna shares two powerful somatic tools—the Spiral Technique and the Picture Technique—to help you feel safer in your body and reclaim your sense of peace. This episode is a must-listen for trauma survivors who want practical strategies and compassionate insights to better understand their emotional landscape.

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Is EMDR Right for You? A Trauma Therapist’s Insight

Courage to Heal shares candid conversations exploring various mental health issues with the people that live with them. Join your host Anna Khandrueva, a psychotherapist and a mental health advocate, as she delves into interesting discussions around mental health and wellness while providing listeners with actionable steps and tools to encourage self-love and recovery. Listen each week as Anna dives into raw, honest conversations with guests about their mental health journey, sharing their experiences, where to seek help, and how to navigate through difficult times. Dedicated to leading thought-provoking discussions with an expert view to provide insight and knowledge, this is a resource you can use to understand more about mental well-being while learning how to move forward and stop recycling old patterns. Exploring the battles we wage within ourselves, listen today to discover a new perspective.