Healing Childhood Trauma

The Father Wound in Daughters [Ep 16]

• Lizandra Leigertwood • Season 1 • Episode 16

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In this episode we explore the root cause of an insecure attachment and father wounds in daughters.

Attachment is often related to romantic relationships but the patterns of abandonment and rejection are often much deeper. 

As a therapist that works with childhood relational trauma, psychotherapist Lizandra offers insights from clinical practice and experience. 

Key learnings: 

How to consider your safety when working with trauma so that you don't feel overwhelmed. 

When happens when you are the daughter of the emotionally absent or critical father

Why do you feel drawn to relationships where you never feel good enough? 

At the end - you'll hear three key steps to begin healing from father wounds to feel more secure in yourself and the relationships that are important to you. 

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Lizandra is a psychotherapist and clinical supervisor in St Albans, Hertfordshire, UK offering therapy for high-achieving women online and in-person. She helps clients navigate high functioning anxiety, relationships, and childhood patterns with practical, honest insight. Learn more about her therapy practice in St Albans, New Frame Therapy.




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