Emotions, The Body & Trauma. Hilary Jacobs Hendel.

Hilary Jacobs Hendel is a trauma psychotherapist with a focus on emotions and the body. She has an extensive background in science and psychotherapy including a BA in Biochemistry from Wesleyan University, a doctoral degree from Columbia University and an MSW from Fordham University. She is a certified psychoanalyst and a certified AEDP psychotherapist and supervisor. Hilary has published articles in The New York Times and professional journals and writes a blog called The Change Triangle. Hilary was also the Mental Health Consultant for the Emmy Award-winning television show Mad Men on AMC. She lives and practices in New York City.

The Quote

In the depths of winter I finally learned that within me there lay an invincible summer.
Albert Camus

A Crucial Early Mistake

Hilary shares the story of how when she was a young student studying analysis, she was taught to be silent, yet this idea and the act of being a neutral observer had many shortcomings.

Hilary’s Why

I’ve always loved helping people, and now my passion is bringing this knowledge of emotions to the general public.

Hilary’s Advice

• Learn about emotions. Read about trauma and how to work with the body.
• It’s very important to have good boundaries.
• Understand the neuroscience about trauma.

Hilary’s Go-To Books

• It’s Not Always Depression: Working the Change Triangle to Listen to the Body, Discover Core Emotions, and Connect to Your Authentic Self, Hilary Jacobs Hendel
• The Transforming Power Of Affect: A Model For Accelerated Change, Diana Fosha

Episode Links

• Hilary’s Website
• Hilary’s Blog

The Trauma Therapist Project Resources

• The New Trauma Worker ebook
• https://www.thetraumatherapistproject.com/downloads/the-inner-work-ebook/
• https://www.thetraumatherapistproject.com/therapists-healing-vets-ebook/

The Trauma Therapist Project Resources

1. My First Online Course: Inner-Work For The New Trauma Worker.
2. 7-Day, $1 Trial of Trauma Therapist | 2.0, the place for new trauma workers.
3. Coaching: One On One With Guy. For new trauma workers starting out on their trauma-informed journey looking for guidance, direction, and confidence.
4. Free Ebook From Audible.com