Sometimes trauma can blind us to the new places God wants to show us and take us...but there is absolutely life on the other side when we allow God to point us there. Tune in to this episode to find out how this is possible as we learn from the life of one who overcame her own trauma, so very long ago. If you&apos;d like to find out more about how to heal from trauma or have us pray for you, please reach out to us: connect@freefilledfavored.com.Remember, God loves you. I love you. And make sure you take care of YOU!God&apos;s Best,Tina L. Robertson, LCSW-SFreed Up podcast host  

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Life After Trauma - When God Opens Your Eyes

Our culture today manufactures brands that create illusions and sells optics rather than authenticity for connecting with others. But most still really want intimacy in their relationships and connections.  What exactly is intimacy and how do you cultivate it in relationships? First, you have to connect in to the One who designed it. Listen in to this episode that we&apos;ve pulled from our earliest season of Freed Up. It&apos;s even better the second time around...the episode that is!  Get your journal and a pen handy. You&apos;re going to need it for this one! Happy listening...Want to share some feedback or have a question you want answered on Freed Up? Reach out to connect@freefilledfavored.com. And, as a reminder...you don&apos;t walk this path alone. I am walking right alongside you as well as the rest of the Freed Up listening family.  God loves you. I love you. And make sure you take care of YOU!God&apos;s best,Tina Robertson, LCSW-SFreed Up podcast host

The Path to Intimacy

Often, when we are healing from trauma and working on releasing the pain and wounds from our past, shame can surface along with other emotions that may cause us to question our identity. This episode reminds us of our value and worth in God. Nothing and no one can change the masterpiece that He has already made you to be.Listen in to be reminded of all the ways your identity is secure in God. If you would like to learn more about who you are in God and your purpose, reach out to us at connect@ freefilledfavored.com.And remember...you do not walk this path alone.  All of us who are a part of the Freed Up family are walking right alongside you. God loves you. I love you. And make sure you take care of YOU!God&apos;s best to you,Tina L. Robertson, LCSW-SFreed Up podcast host

A Reminder About Your Identity

Freed Up is celebrating our 2nd year anniversary this month! We&apos;re in our year of "releasing" those things that are holding us back from our next level of living &apos;freed up!&apos; Listen in to this episode as I personally share about doubt, something that I&apos;ve struggled with for a long time in my life and have decided I can&apos;t let it block me any longer from what I want to have and who I want to become!  What are you letting go of and what are you letting in?  We&apos;d love to hear about it. Will you reach out and share it with us? You can  do so at connect@freefilledfavored.com. We look forward to hearing from you.As always, we are walking this path together. Remember...God loves you. I love you. And make sure you take care of YOU!God&apos;s best to you,Tina L. Robertson, LCSW-SFreed Up podcast host

About that Doubt...

Are you aware that knowing and writing your story is a major strategy for healing and having strong mental health? Tune in for the second part of our conversation with Author & Educator Brennan Steele as we dig deeper into his book and learn more about emoting and the power of story. Good stuff here...through and through.You can purchase Brennan&apos;s book via this link to Amazon: Title: breathe: guided healing journal for black menhttps://www.amazon.com/breathe-guided-healing-journal-black/dp/0578739356/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=breathe+a+guided+healing+journal+for+black+men+book&qid=1623018727&sr=8-1How can we support your next steps toward caring for your mental health? Do you have questions that we can answer? Do you need assistance in finding a therapist or some resources to help you practice breathing and/or learning to express your emotions in a healthier way? We are here for YOU. Don&apos;t hesitate to reach out to us for assistance via our email: connect@freefilledfavored.com. And remember, you don&apos;t walk this path alone. I, along with the rest of the Freed Up family and friends are walking right beside you. Don&apos;t forget...God loves you. I love you. And make sure you take care of YOU!God&apos;s best,Tina L. Robertson, LCSW-SFreed Up podcast host

Breathe, Brotha! Pt 2 Featuring Author & Educator Brennan Steele - Men's Mental Health Series

The socialization of men in our culture, particularly Black men, doesn&apos;t encourage or adequately support their need to emote. Author & Educator Brennan Steele is passionate about the mental and emotional health of Black boys and men.  In his book: breathe. a guided healing journal For Black Men, Brennan offers men a pathway and a plan for writing their story, reflecting on their identity, and understanding their emotions.In this episode, Brennan shares his own process of healing and some basic strategies for helping Black men get to their own places of healing. This is the first of a two- part conversation that needs your undivided attention! Go ahead---take a listen!If you would like to share any feedback with us about any episodes you hear on this podcast or would like to suggest topics to cover, please reach out to: connect@freefilledfavored.com.We would love to hear from you!And remember, you do not walk this path alone. I am walking right alongside you...as well as the rest of the Freed Up family! God loves you. I love you. And make sure you take care of YOU!God&apos;s Best,Tina Robertson, Freed Up Host

Breathe, Brotha! Featuring Author & Educator Brennan Steele - Men's Mental Health Series

How can childhood pain and trauma affect a man&apos;s mental health?  Is there hope for healing even after years gone by? If so, what does that look like? This episode of Freed Up answers these questions and so much more.  Tune in to hear Mike share his very powerful, personal story and reflections about his path toward healing  after growing up without his father and coming to terms with the impact it had on his faith and mental health. This is the one you definitely cannot miss!!Also, we invite you to reach out to us to share your reflections and any feedback you have about this series for men. Let us know what has been helpful and what you might want to learn more about. Email us at: connect@freefilledfavored.com.   And as always, remember this: you do not walk this path alone. I and the rest of the Freed Up family and friends are walking right alongside you on your path to getting &apos;freed up&apos;.God loves you. I love you. And make sure you take care of YOU!My best always,Tina Robertson Freed Up podcast host

Men's Mental Health Pt 3 - The Healing Gift of Forgiveness: Mike's Story

What can a man expect from his therapeutic experience? And how can the women in men&apos;s lives talk to their men about seeking out help? These are just a few of the questions Von answers in this episode.  You&apos;ll for sure want to get in on this conversation. Get your chill space and click on the PLAY button. You&apos;ll be glad you did!Do you need some assistance in finding a place for counseling or therapy? Do you need someone to pray with you about something you&apos;re facing that is causing you distress? Please reach out to us at connect@freefilledfavored.com. If you need some resources for counseling support, visit our website www.freefilledfavored.com/support. And you can follow Von on Instagram: @vontalks.Or visit his website for more information: www.vontalkstherapy.com. And remember...you don&apos;t walk this path alone. I am walking right alongside you as well as the rest of your Freed Up friends. God loves you! I love you. And make sure you take care of YOU! God&apos;s Best,Tina L. Robertson, LCSW-SFreed Up podcast host

Men's Mental Health Pt 2 - with LPC Von Eaglin

Men are socialized differently than women and it affects their mental health in ways they may not be aware or understand.  This episode with psychotherapist Von Eaglin sheds light on three of the most common issues that cause men to have challenges in their mental health and in many instances, seek out therapy.   Listen in to the first part of our conversation as we kick off Freed Up&apos;s series on men&apos;s mental health!Also, we&apos;re still in our year-long "release party"! What have you let go so far in 2021? Have you been dropping off those things that don&apos;t serve you in this season of your life? Are you getting closer to your goals of being &apos;freed up&apos;?  We want to encourage you to stay on the path.  You are not walking this path alone. We&apos;re all on the road to "freed up"---together!If you would like information on how to connect with Von, you can reach him at: Preston Place Counseling12700 Preston RdSuite 150Dallas, TX 75230(940) 282-2265If you are a listener who wants other resources for therapists in your area, please reach out to: connect@freefilledfavored.com. Remember...God loves you. I love you. And make sure you take care of YOU!God&apos;s best,Tina RobertsonHost of Freed Up podcast

Men's Mental Health Pt 1 - Freed Up Friend LPC Von Eaglin

We are still in our release party for 2021---letting go of what has been holding us back up to now. Bitterness can grab hold of any of us when we hold on to trauma and hurt and let it sink deep into our hearts and souls.  Releasing it will help you to live freed up and not fed up!Listen in to this replay episode of an interview we had with Freed Up Friend Lex. It&apos;s even better the second time around. If you would like to share any feedback, ask questions or recommend topics for Freed Up to cover, contact us at: connect@freefilledfavored.com.As always, you don&apos;t walk this path alone. I am walking right alongside you as well as the rest of the Freed Up family. Remember, God loves you. I love you. And make sure you take care of YOU!God&apos;s Best,Tina RobertsonFreed Up podcast host 

The Release Party Continues - Leaving Bitterness Behind (Interview/Lex)

Listen in to the second part of the conversation with Dr. Rod on heart talk that helps to uncover the wounds that affect masculinity and femininity. This one goes hard, y&apos;all... check it out! If you have any questions or would like to share feedback on what you&apos;ve been hearing in this trauma series so far, please email connect@freefilledfavored.com to do so. Also, I hope you&apos;re getting ready for our series on men&apos;s mental health to kick off in April. You definitely want to stay tuned in for this game-changing slate of episodes to come. Remember, you&apos;re not walking this path alone. I along with the rest of the Freed Up family are walking right alongside you.  God loves you. I love you. And make sure you take care of YOU!My best,Tina RobertsonFreed Up podcast host

Heart Talk w/Dr. Rod: Healing Hope for Trauma Pt 2

Heart talk is a technique Dr. Rod uses to help unearth the pain that is lodged beneath trauma...and trauma always involves some level of grief. Take a listen to this conversation that will keep you locked in until the very last thought. It's part one of a two-part series that you absolutely, 100% cannot miss!If you have any questions about trauma or trauma treatment, please email them to connect@freefilledfavored.com. We want to answer some of those in one of soon-coming episodes. If you ask it, we'll answer it.Remember, you don't walk this path along. I, along with all of our Freed Up friends are walking right alongside you.   God loves you. I love you. And make sure you take care of YOU!God's Best,Tina Freed Up podcast host 

Heart Talk w/Dr. Rod: Healing Hope for Trauma Pt 1

Now that we understand more about trauma and its symptoms, how do we treat it?  And how do we address shame that is often at the root of traumatic experiences?  This episode takes a deep dive into answering these questions. Our expert panel of mental health clinicians is back to help make sense of it all. All good stuff, right here...take a listen! If you would like to dig deeper on some of the content you&apos;ve heard  in this episode, here are a few links to resources that will extend your learning: Websites /Articles: https://adaa.org/understanding-anxiety/posttraumatic-stress-disorder-ptsd/treatmenthttps://www.chcs.org/media/understanding-trauma-fact-sheet_071217.pdfYouTubes:The psychology of post-traumatic stress disorder - Joelle Rabow Maletis https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b_n9qegR7C4 Understanding Complex Trauma  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hzT1hHMWLS4If you have any questions about anything you&apos;ve heard today or would like to connect directly with any of the mental health clinicians/experts from the panel, please reach out to:connect@freefilledfavored.com. As always, you are not walking this path alone. I, along with the rest of Freed Up friends are walking right alongside you. Remember....God loves you. I love you. And make sure you take care of YOU!God&apos;s Best,Tina L. RobertsonYour Friend and Freed Up Host

Understanding Trauma (Treatment) - A Panel with Mental Health Clinicians Pt 2

Want to understand more about trauma and how it affects our mental and physical health? This episode is one of more to come that features a panel of mental health clinicians who will give  us professional insight into this prevalent mental health issue.  You definitely want to listen in on this discussion.  Join us---right now :)If you would like to dig deeper on some of the content you've heard  in this episode, here are a few links to resources that will extend your learning: Articles:  https://www.chcs.org/media/understanding-trauma-fact-sheet_071217.pdfhttps://www.cdc.gov/violenceprevention/aces/about.htmlYouTubes:Dr. Nadine Burke Harris: Helping Adults and Children With Trauma During The Pandemic https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=57EAL_e5Nf0 -  How childhood trauma affects health across a lifetime | Nadine Burke Harris https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=95ovIJ3dsNk Abbreviated Terms Used in Episode:LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social WorkerLPC- Licensed Professional CounselorCDC - Center for Disease ControlPTSD - Post Traumatic Stress Disorder If you have any questions about anything you've heard today or would like to connect directly with any of the mental health clinicians/experts from the panel, please reach out to:connect@freefilledfavored.com. As always, you are not walking this path alone. I, along with the rest of Freed Up friends are walking right alongside you. Remember....God loves you. I love you. And make sure you take care of YOU!God's Best,Tina L. RobertsonYour Friend and Freed Up Host

Understanding Trauma - A Panel with Mental Health Clinicians Pt 1

Freed Up is still in  "release party mode"! This episode is all about understanding and applying some very important steps  to making the most of your journey to healing. And who doesn't want to maximize their healing process? Tune in to get all the goods as we talk about healing at the intersection of faith and mental health. If you would like to share any feedback on this episode or any others from Freed Up or would like to request prayer for any particular need, please reach out to: connect@freefilledfavored.com. Remember, you are not walking this path alone. So many are walking right alongside you. God loves you. I love you. And make sure you take care of YOU!!!God's best to you,Tina RobertsonYour Freed Up Friend & Host  

Release the Healing: 7 Principles for Your Path to Healing

Life is hard sometimes and can leave us feeling weighed down, overwhelmed, stressed out, and just looking for more. Thank goodness Freed Up is the podcast that makes life feel lighter! Tune in to find out how to live freed up and not fed up. Content includes a mix of biblical narratives and principles, and practical mental health wellness strategies.

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