Regulate and Rewire: Combat The Root Cause of Addiction

In this episode, certified trauma therapist, chemical dependency specialist and licensed EMDR therapist Lynn Turner talks to us about the neurology of the addictive paradigm and the transformative power of Transcendental Meditation. We take a deep dive into how TM can help regulate the nervous system, rewire neural pathways and support recovery from complex trauma and addictive behaviors. What to listen for: The addictive paradigm and its impact on neurology and psycho-emotional states How neural pathways are built and how they can be rewired through therapy and meditation The role of EMDR and IFS in trauma healing and neural reprocessing The concept of prediction error in trauma and addiction The importance of self-energy and self-regulation in recovery How transcendental meditation helps regulate the nervous system and build resilience The relationship between inner child work, parts work, and self-energy The spiritual dimension of TM and its connection to inner peace and trust The prediction error model in trauma and attachment wounds Practical tools for healing from addiction and trauma, including TM, EMDR, and parts work Lynn Bio:  Lynn has almost 30 years of experience in the mental health field working in a range of settings from residential treatment centers, schools and detention centers, and for the last 16 years in private practice with adults, teens and youth.  She earned her Master of Arts degree from Saint Edward's University in Austin, TX in 1997 and became trained in EMDR (Eye Movement and Desensitization) in 1999.  She is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor as well as a Certified EMDR Therapist.  She specializes in working with people with PTSD, CPTSD, Substance Abuse and Addictions, Depression, Anxiety, Phobias, Dissociative Disorders, Grief and Loss as well as Self-Esteem issues.  Lynn also utilizes IFS (Internal Family Systems) and Ego State Therapy.  Her website is LibertyHillCounseling.com and can be reached through email at mailto:lynnturnerlpc@gmail.com. Dive in each week for real talk on meditation, meaning and modern life. And let us know what resonates with you. After all, this podcast was created with you in mind –  to support the human condition by optimizing the human experience. _Watch, listen, and connect here: _http://tm.org/theinnerwellpodcast _We'd love to hear your thoughts. Email: _mailto:theinnerwellpodcast@gmail.com _Find your local TM Teacher: _http://www.tm.org/ Enjoyed this episode? Subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who might need it. Follow us on social and send us your questions, stories, and topic ideas — this podcast exists because of you.