Emotions, The Body & Trauma. Hilary Jacobs Hendel.

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

The Trauma Therapist Project Resources