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Holding Space with Dr. Barker
Holding Space with Dr. Christopher Barker is a psychology podcast focused on how unresolved complex trauma shapes daily life — from childhood through adulthood.
Complex trauma isn’t only about major events. It develops through chronic stress, attachment wounds, emotional neglect, and relational instability. Over time, these survival adaptations can show up as ADHD-like symptoms in children, emotional dysregulation, workplace conflict, burnout, leadership struggles, relationship challenges, and intergenerational family patterns.
Through the lens of EMDR therapy, attachment theory, neuroscience, and trauma-informed care, Dr. Barker explains how the nervous system learns to survive — and how healing becomes possible.
Each episode offers research-based insight and practical tools for regulating triggers, improving relationships, and moving from survival mode to intentional living.
Understanding your story is the beginning. Healing transforms how you live it.
Welcome to Holding Space.
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Holding Space with Dr. Barker
From Grad School to the Therapy Room: Real Talk with Haley & Chloe - Therapy On Demand
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Dr. Christopher Barker sits down with Haley Novellino and Chloe Quinn—grad students and creators behind @therapy.on.demand—for a candid conversation about becoming therapists while balancing school, internships, work, and real life. They unpack their evolving theoretical orientations (person-centered, psychodynamic, CBT/DBT, mindfulness), the emotional side of internship, and what it’s like to build confidence in session (including the power of silence and using your authentic facial expressions). They also explore EMDR—from “spaghetti bowl” memory networks to practical tools like tappers—plus co-regulation, boundaries, and why creative hobbies and simple rituals can help clinicians reset after heavy days. Expect honest stories, useful metaphors, and reassuring reminders that effective therapy starts with a genuine relationship, not perfection.
Guests: Haley & Chloe — IG: @therapy.on.demand
Host contact: Dr. Christopher Barker — barkerholdingspace@gmail.com
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