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Published by Alec Williams - Childhood Trauma Specialist
Welcome to The Healing Childhood Trauma Podcast! This is the podcast for anyone still carrying the weight of past wounds and trauma experienced in childhood and adolescence. Childhood trauma leaves deep imprints - shaping our beliefs, relationships, sense of self, and the way our nervous system responds to life today. Many traditional therapy models focus on only one dimension of our experience. Yet for trauma to truly heal, we often need a more holistic approach - one that goes deeper, into the nervous system and the early childhood wounds that shaped how we learned to stay safe and connected. Hosted by Alec Williams, a psychotherapist, researcher, group facilitator, and childhood & relational trauma specialist based in London, each episode focuses on supporting trauma recovery and the healing process, empowering listeners to begin their journey toward better mental health and post-traumatic growth.
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In this episode of The Healing Childhood Trauma Podcast , we explore whether it’s possible to develop secure attachment as an adult, particularly if childhood trauma meant that safety, consistency, and trust weren’t always present in your earliest relationships. Childhood experiences can shape the expectations we carry into adult relationships. You might fear abandonment, struggle to trust other people, become anxious when someone pulls away, or find yourself creating distance when closeness begins to feel uncomfortable. But does having an anxious, avoidant, or otherwise insecure attachment style mean relationships will always feel this way? By the end of this episode, you’ll have a better understanding of: What secure attachment can look and feel like in adult relationships How childhood trauma and attachment wounds can influence adult relationships Whether anxious, avoidant, and insecure attachment styles can change over time What research tells us about developing greater attachment security in adulthood A simple healing step to help you identify and begin questioning an old relational expectation you may still be carrying from childhood _________________________________ 💌 Join the mailing list , where each week we dig deep into a topic not covered here and you’ll have first access to everything new. 🌐 Visit my website for info about working with me one-to-one or in groups: www.alecwilliamstherapy.co.uk ✉️ Get in touch: Contact - Alec Williams Therapy
Can you heal childhood trauma without forgiving the people who hurt you? In this episode of The Healing Childhood Trauma Podcast , we explore whether forgiveness is actually necessary for childhood trauma healing. We look at why forgiveness can feel deeply freeing for some people, why allowing anger and resentment may sometimes play an important role in trauma healing, and whether it’s possible to recover from childhood wounds without ever forgiving the person responsible. We’ll explore the difference between forgiveness, acceptance and reconciliation , why letting go doesn’t necessarily mean saying what happened was okay, and how boundaries, grief, anger and self-compassion can for some, all form part of the healing process. By the end of this episode, you'll be able to: Understand the difference between forgiveness, acceptance and reconciliation Consider whether you can let go and move forward without forgiving Reflect on what forgiveness - or choosing not to forgive - means for your own healing process Explore what it might mean to become free from the past without minimising what happened. If you’re working through the effects of childhood trauma in adulthood and wondering whether you need to forgive in order to move forward, this episode is for you. _________________________________ 💌 Join the mailing list , where each week we dig deep into a topic not covered here and you’ll have first access to everything new. 🌐 Visit my website for info about working with me one-to-one or in groups: www.alecwilliamstherapy.co.uk ✉️ Get in touch: Contact - Alec Williams Therapy
What if healing from childhood trauma isn’t about becoming a new and improved version of yourself, but finding your way back to who you were all along? Childhood trauma can shape the way we think, feel and behave. Over time, protective responses such as people-pleasing, perfectionism or hiding our needs can become so familiar that we may begin to lose touch with parts of our natural selves. In this episode of the Healing Childhood Trauma Podcast , we explore how early trauma can affect our identity, why authentic parts of ourselves can get pushed into the background, and how we can allow those parts to gradually emerge again. We’ll explore ideas from trauma therapy around the True Self, authenticity and attachment, and look at what childhood trauma healing can mean in practice. Because perhaps healing isn’t always about becoming someone different. Sometimes, it’s about creating the conditions to become more fully yourself. _________________________________ 🌐 Visit my website: www.alecwilliamstherapy.co.uk ✉️ Get in touch: Contact - Alec Williams Therapy
In this episode of the Healing Childhood Trauma Podcast , we explore why grief is such an important part of the healing process. You'll learn how childhood trauma in adulthood can show up as sadness, anger, resentment, anxiety, or emotional triggers, why these feelings often reappear at different stages of life, and how acknowledging your losses can become a powerful step towards healing childhood wounds. Drawing on attachment theory, developmental trauma, and trauma therapy, we discuss why grieving doesn't mean you're stuck in the past. Instead, it can help you move from survival mode towards healing, secure attachment, healthier adult relationships, and greater fulfilment. In this episode, you'll learn: Why grief is a natural response to childhood trauma How unmet childhood needs continue to affect adulthood Why grief can resurface throughout the healing journey The difference between processing grief and staying stuck in the past A simple reflective exercise to support your healing and self-awareness Whether you're beginning to recover from childhood trauma or are already well into your healing journey, this episode offers compassionate, evidence-based insights to help you better understand yourself and move forward with hope. _________________________________ If today's episode resonated with you, start here: 💌 Join the mailing list , where each week we dig deep into a topic not covered here and you’ll have first access to everything new. 🌐 Visit my website for info about working with me one-to-one or in groups: www.alecwilliamstherapy.co.uk ✉️ Get in touch: Contact - Alec Williams Therapy
In this episode of the Healing Childhood Trauma Podcast , we explore one of the most overlooked forms of childhood trauma : neglect . We'll unpack the research that has transformed our understanding of childhood trauma , including a landmark review that challenged the idea that neglect is somehow "less serious" than other forms of childhood maltreatment. You'll discover how childhood neglect can affect the developing brain, nervous system , attachment, relationships, and sense of self, and why so many adults struggle with anxiety, low self-worth, emotional dysregulation, relationship difficulties, and other trauma symptoms despite believing they had a "good" or "normal" childhood. Whether you're trying to understand the effects of childhood trauma , make sense of your own experiences, or begin your healing journey , this episode offers a compassionate, evidence-based perspective on why what didn't happen in childhood can sometimes be just as significant as what did. In this episode, you'll learn: Why childhood emotional neglect is often so difficult to recognise. What the research tells us about the long-term effects of childhood neglect. How unmet emotional needs can shape your mental health, relationships, attachment style, and self-worth in adulthood. Why understanding your childhood experiences can help you make sense of anxiety, relationship difficulties, and other signs of childhood trauma in adults . A practical healing reflection to help you begin connecting the dots between your childhood experiences and your life today. Link to study: https://journals.plos.org/plosmedicine/article?id=10.1371%2Fjournal.pmed.1001349&utm _________________________________ If today's episode resonated with you, start here: 💌 Join the mailing list , where each week we dig deep into a topic not covered here and you’ll have first access to everything new. 🌐 Visit my website for info about working with me one-to-one or in groups: www.alecwilliamstherapy.co.uk ✉️ Get in touch: Contact - Alec Williams Therapy
In this episode of the Healing Childhood Trauma Podcast , we explore how developmental trauma and childhood wounds shape the way we see ourselves, and why self-blame can persist long into adulthood. You'll learn how these unconscious beliefs influence your emotional triggers , relationships, confidence, and inner critic , as well as practical ways to begin questioning and healing them. We'll explore: Why children often learn to blame themselves after trauma, abuse, or neglect. How childhood experiences shape core beliefs that continue into adulthood. The role of attachment, survival, and protective adaptations in self-blame. Why the younger parts of us often continue carrying these beliefs. Practical first steps towards childhood trauma healing and trauma healing . Whether you're beginning your healing journey , exploring self healing childhood trauma , or trying to understand how your past continues to affect your present, this episode offers an evidence-based, compassionate guide to one of the most powerful beliefs trauma can leave behind. Topics covered include: childhood trauma, childhood trauma in adulthood, developmental trauma, childhood trauma healing, trauma responses, emotional triggers, inner critic, attachment wounds, healing childhood trauma, self-blame, shame, and core beliefs. _________________________________ If today's episode resonated with you, start here: 💌 Join the mailing list , where each week we dig deep into a topic not covered here and you’ll have first access to everything new. 🌐 Visit my website for info about working with me one-to-one or in groups: www.alecwilliamstherapy.co.uk ✉️ Get in touch: Contact - Alec Williams Therapy
In this episode of The Healing Childhood Trauma Podcast , psychotherapist and childhood trauma specialist Alec Williams explores how our earliest relationships shape the way we connect with others throughout adult life. You'll learn: What attachment theory is and why it matters The four attachment styles: secure, anxious, avoidant, and disorganised attachment How childhood trauma, neglect, abuse, and inconsistent caregiving influence attachment patterns Why these survival strategies continue into adulthood How attachment styles affect relationships, emotional regulation, trust, intimacy, and feelings of safety Why your attachment style is not your destiny - and how healing is possible Topics covered: childhood trauma, attachment styles, attachment trauma, anxious attachment, avoidant attachment, disorganised attachment, secure attachment, developmental trauma, nervous system regulation, relationship trauma, emotional healing, trauma recovery, healing childhood wounds, and childhood trauma in adulthood. _________________________________ If today's episode resonated with you, start here: 💌 Join the mailing list , where each week we dig deep into a topic not covered here and you’ll have first access to everything new. 🌐 Visit my website for info about working with me one-to-one or in groups: www.alecwilliamstherapy.co.uk ✉️ Get in touch: Contact - Alec Williams Therapy
In this episode of The Healing Childhood Trauma Podcast , trauma therapist Alec Williams explores how childhood trauma, emotional neglect and early criticism shape the inner critic that follows many people into adulthood. You'll discover why self-criticism often develops as a survival response, how childhood experiences become the way we speak to ourselves, and practical first steps towards healing. In this episode you'll learn: • Why childhood trauma creates a harsh inner critic • How emotional neglect and criticism affect adult mental health • Why your inner critic believes it's protecting you • The connection between childhood trauma, shame and self-worth • A simple exercise to begin healing childhood wounds If you've ever struggled with feeling "I'm not enough," perfectionism, shame, people-pleasing or harsh self-judgment, this episode is for you. _________________________________ If today's episode resonated with you, start here: 💌 Join the mailing list , where each week we dig deep into a topic not covered here and you’ll have first access to everything new. 🌐 Visit my website for info about working with me one-to-one or in groups: www.alecwilliamstherapy.co.uk ✉️ Get in touch: Contact - Alec Williams Therapy
In this episode of The Healing Childhood Trauma Podcast, we explore one of the most confusing aspects of avoidant attachment: How do you know whether being single is genuinely what you want… Or whether old childhood wounds and relationship trauma are pulling you away from the very thing you long for? Many people with avoidant attachment desperately want love and connection, yet find themselves repeatedly pulling away when relationships become more serious. They may struggle with hyper-independence, emotional triggers, relationship difficulties, fear of vulnerability, or the feeling that they're simply "better off alone." In this episode we explore: • What avoidant attachment actually looks like • How childhood trauma and emotional neglect can shape adult relationships • Why intimacy can feel unsafe • The difference between healthy independence and avoidant patterns • Signs that old childhood wounds may be influencing your relationships • Why many avoidant people feel caught between longing for love and pushing it away _________________________________ If today's episode resonated with you, start here: 💌 Join the mailing list , where each week we dig deep into a topic not covered here and you’ll have first access to everything new. 🌐 Visit my website for info about working with me one-to-one or in groups: www.alecwilliamstherapy.co.uk ✉️ Get in touch: Contact - Alec Williams Therapy
Why do so many people struggle with the painful feeling of "I'm not enough"? In this episode of the Healing Childhood Trauma Podcast, we explore how childhood trauma, neglect, rejection, and attachment wounds can shape our self-worth and influence the stories we tell ourselves about who we are. Together, we'll explore: • Why feelings of shame and inadequacy often begin in childhood • How childhood trauma affects self-esteem and out sense of being 'not enough' • Why these beliefs often feel like facts rather than stories • What trauma healing, self-compassion, and healthy relationships can teach us about feeling enough If you've experienced childhood trauma in adulthood, relationship difficulties, anxious attachment, emotional triggers, or the constant pressure to prove yourself, this episode is for you. _________________________________ If today's episode resonated with you, start here: 💌 Join the mailing list , where each week we dig deep into a topic not covered here and you’ll have first access to everything new. 🌐 Visit my website for info about working with me one-to-one or in groups: www.alecwilliamstherapy.co.uk ✉️ Get in touch: Contact - Alec Williams Therapy
In this episode of The Healing Childhood Trauma Podcast, we dive deep into why achievements alone may not heal deep childhood wounds. Exploring childhood trauma, attachment wounds, and the complex relationship between success and emotional healing, we draw on Self-Determination Theory and stories from elite performers like Andre Agassi and Michael Phelps. Learn why success can improve wellbeing yet still leave deeper wounds unhealed, impacting trauma recovery and emotional wellness. If you've felt stuck chasing milestones or accomplishments hoping they will make you feel enough, this episode is for you. _________________________________ If today's episode resonated with you, start here: 💌 Join the mailing list , where each week we dig deep into a topic not covered here and you’ll have first access to everything new. 🌐 Visit my website for info about working with me one-to-one or in groups: www.alecwilliamstherapy.co.uk ✉️ Get in touch: Contact - Alec Williams Therapy
In this episode, we explore one of the most common questions I hear from clients: How do you rebuild your sense of self after childhood trauma? Childhood wounds can leave you either feeling disconnected from who you are, or not really liking the person that you are. In this episode of The Healing Childhood Trauma Podcast, learn 3 powerful ways to rebuild your sense of self after childhood trauma. Explore healing through loving acceptance, building new healthy patterns, and reconnecting with your authentic self. This episode focuses on trauma recovery, emotional dysregulation, attachment wounds, nervous system regulation, and the healing process to support your journey beyond survival mode toward emotional wellness and trauma healing. _________________________________ If today's episode resonated with you, start here: 💌 Join the mailing list , where each week we dig deep into a topic not covered here and you’ll have first access to everything new. 🌐 Visit my website for info about working with me one-to-one or in groups: www.alecwilliamstherapy.co.uk ✉️ Get in touch: Contact - Alec Williams Therapy
Holly's website: www.talkingrelationships.co.uk How do attachment wounds from childhood quietly sabotage your adult relationships? In this episode, relationship psychotherapist Holly Roberts explores how unmet emotional needs, childhood trauma, and nervous system dysregulation affect trust, communication, and emotional intimacy. Discover the specific patterns that emerge and practical pathways to healing attachment wounds before they derail your relationships. _________________________________ If today's episode resonated with you, start here: 💌 Join the mailing list , where each week we dig deep into a topic not covered here and you’ll have first access to everything new. 🌐 Visit my website for info about working with me one-to-one or in groups: www.alecwilliamstherapy.co.uk ✉️ Get in touch: Contact - Alec Williams Therapy
What does healing from childhood trauma actually look like in real life? In this episode of The Healing Childhood Trauma Podcast, we explore the often messy, non-linear and deeply human reality of the healing journey after childhood trauma. From the painful truth that healing can take time, to why things can sometimes feel worse before they feel better, we unpack some of the most common - and least talked about - experiences people encounter as they begin healing. We also explore the profound shifts that can happen in relationships, identity and self-worth as you become more connected to your needs, emotions and nervous system. If you’ve ever found yourself wondering: “Am I actually healing?” “Why does this still affect me?” “Why does the process feel so confusing sometimes?" - this episode is for you. _________________________________ If today's episode resonated with you, start here: 💌 Join the mailing list , where each week we dig deep into a topic not covered here and you’ll have first access to everything new. 🌐 Visit my website for info about working with me one-to-one or in groups: www.alecwilliamstherapy.co.uk ✉️ Get in touch: Contact - Alec Williams Therapy
In this episode of The Healing Childhood Trauma Podcast , we break down trauma responses and why your nervous system can react so quickly - and intensely - to everyday situations. If you’ve ever wondered why you get triggered in arguments, shut down under pressure, or fall into people-pleasing patterns, this episode explains the psychology behind it. By the end of this episode, you’ll: Understand what trauma responses actually are and why they happen Recognise your own patterns (fight, flight, freeze, or fawn) in everyday situations Learn how childhood experiences shape your emotional reactions today Gain simple, practical tools to interrupt reactions in real time Feel more equipped to respond with awareness instead of reacting automatically _________________________________ If today's episode resonated with you, start here: 💌 Join the mailing list , where each week we dig deep into a topic not covered here and you’ll have first access to everything new. 🌐 Visit my website for info about working with me one-to-one or in groups: www.alecwilliamstherapy.co.uk ✉️ Get in touch: Contact - Alec Williams Therapy
In this episode, we explore how childhood trauma affects trust, why trusting others can feel unsafe, and how this shows up in adult relationships - whether that’s fear of being hurt, overthinking, hyper-independence, or trusting too quickly. You’ll learn how trust is shaped by your nervous system, why trust issues are often trauma responses, and how early experiences can lead to patterns like anxious attachment, emotional withdrawal, or difficulty feeling safe with others. We also cover practical steps to start rebuilding trust after trauma, including how to feel safer in relationships, and take small, manageable steps toward healthy connection. If you’ve ever wondered “Why do I struggle to trust people?” or “How can I heal trust difficulties from childhood trauma?” - this episode will give you clear insights and realistic tools to begin healing and building secure, fulfilling relationships. _________________________________ If today's episode resonated with you, start here: 💌 Join the mailing list , where each week we dig deep into a topic not covered here and you’ll have first access to everything new. 🌐 Visit my website for info about working with me one-to-one or in groups: www.alecwilliamstherapy.co.uk ✉️ Get in touch: Contact - Alec Williams Therapy
In this episode of The Healing Childhood Trauma Podcast , we explore one of the deepest and most painful early wounds: abandonment. Whether it’s physical absence or emotional unavailability from caregivers, abandonment trauma can leave lasting imprints on the nervous system - shaping how you see yourself, how you relate to others, and how safe you feel in relationships. You’ll learn: What an abandonment wound is and how it forms in childhood The difference between physical and emotional abandonment How abandonment trauma shows up in adult relationships (anxious attachment, avoidance, people-pleasing, trust issues) Why you may unconsciously repeat painful relationship patterns How to begin healing through secure attachment and safe, supportive relationships _________________________________ If today's episode resonated with you, start here: 💌 Join the mailing list , where each week we dig deep into a topic not covered here and you’ll have first access to everything new. 🌐 Visit my website for info about working with me one-to-one or in groups: www.alecwilliamstherapy.co.uk ✉️ Get in touch: Contact - Alec Williams Therapy
Shame is one of the most painful emotions many people carry after childhood trauma , yet it’s also one of the least talked about. In this episode of The Healing Childhood Trauma Podcast , we explore the powerful role shame can play in shaping how we see ourselves and why it can become so deeply embedded after difficult early experiences. In this episode we explore: • What shame is and why all humans experience it • The difference between healthy shame and toxic shame • Why childhood trauma can cause shame to become part of our identity • How the inner critic develops • Gentle ways to begin healing shame through self-compassion If you’ve ever felt like you’re “not good enough,” fundamentally flawed, or somehow broken, this episode may help you understand where those feelings come from - and how healing can begin. _________________________________ If today's episode resonated with you, start here: 💌 Join the mailing list , where each week we dig deep into a topic not covered here and you’ll have first access to everything new. 🌐 Visit my website for info about working with me one-to-one or in groups: www.alecwilliamstherapy.co.uk ✉️ Get in touch: Contact - Alec Williams Therapy
In this episode of The Healing Childhood Trauma Podcast , we explore how early experiences form deep core beliefs and narratives around self-worth, identity, and relationships - often without us even realising it. This episode will help you understand where those narratives came from - and more importantly, how to begin changing them. You’ll learn how to: Recognise the hidden story driving your thoughts and behaviours Separate your past experiences from your identity Gently question long-held beliefs that feel like facts Start creating new, healthier ways of seeing yourself Take practical steps to break free from old trauma patterns This episode is for anyone looking to heal childhood trauma, improve self-worth, and stop being controlled by old emotional patterns. Because the story you’re living in… isn’t the only one available to you. _________________________________ If today's episode resonated with you, start here: 💌 Join the mailing list , where each week we dig deep into a topic not covered here and you’ll have first access to everything new. 🌐 Visit my website for info about working with me one-to-one or in groups: www.alecwilliamstherapy.co.uk ✉️ Get in touch: Contact - Alec Williams Therapy
In this episode of the Healing Childhood Trauma Podcast , we explore 4 common misunderstandings and myths about childhood trauma that can quietly block healing. By the end of this episode you'll have a deeper understanding of why: You don’t need clear memories for trauma to affect you “Good parents” doesn’t always mean you won't be carrying wounds And why you might still feel stuck, even years later If you’ve ever found yourself thinking “it wasn’t that bad”, ' I don't remember it so it can't really have impacted me' or “I should be over it by now” , this episode will help you better understand how childhood trauma shows up in adulthood , from anxiety and relationship patterns to self-worth and emotional regulation. You’ll come away with a clearer understanding of trauma - and a simple, practical step you can begin using to support your own healing journey. _________________________________ If today's episode resonated with you, start here: 💌 Join the mailing list , where each week we dig deep into a topic not covered here and you’ll have first access to everything new. 🌐 Visit my website for info about working with me one-to-one or in groups: www.alecwilliamstherapy.co.uk ✉️ Get in touch: Contact - Alec Williams Therapy
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