Giving Voice to Mental Health
Giving Voice to Mental Health shares real stories from individuals at different stages of their mental health journeys, providing inspiration, understanding, and support. It's a space where personal experiences with mental health challenges are voiced to highlight the ups and downs of healing, benefiting individuals, families, and communities.
Giving Voice to Mental Health
Max's C-PTSD Recovery Story
In this powerful episode of the Giving Voice to Mental Health podcast, host Terry McGuire sits down with Max as she shares her personal story of overcoming complex post-traumatic stress disorder (C-PTSD). Max reflects on her difficult past marked by complex trauma, her journey through various therapeutic approaches, and the path to healing and self-discovery. Max's story sheds light on the impacts of repeated trauma and the importance of finding the right support. Listen to how Max transformed her life and found hope amidst their struggles.
If you or someone you know needs support, visit https://recovery.com for resources and guidance.
00:00 Introduction to the Podcast
00:28 Meet Max: Overcoming Nervousness
01:02 Understanding Complex PTSD
04:05 Family Dynamics and Trauma
05:53 The Impact of Abuse
11:34 The Journey to Healing
15:17 Therapeutic Tools and Techniques
20:08 Finding Hope and Joy
26:25 Final Thoughts and Conclusion