The Trauma Nerd

Helen Billows
  • 5.0 (5)
  • MENTAL HEALTH

The Trauma Nerd is a space for anyone who wants to understand trauma and the nervous system without needing a psychology degree (or a dictionary).  Hosted by Helen Billows, psychologist, trauma therapist, EMDR consultant, and self-professed nerd, the show breaks down big concepts into warm, grounded, genuinely helpful conversations. Each episode is under 30 minutes and offers evidence-based insights, thoughtful reflections, and the occasional laugh. Whether you’re navigating your own trauma history, supporting someone you love, or you’re a clinician wanting digestible, well-informed discussions, this podcast is for you. You’ll hear about trauma, memory, attachment, EMDR, and the messy, very human parts of healing in a way that is digestible, practical and dare we say… funny.  This is clear, compassionate psychology -  from someone who seriously knows what she’s talking about. New episodes drop every fortnight. Come learn, laugh, and nerd-out about trauma.

Episodes

  1. 3 FEB

    WTF is EMDR?

    Episode 1: WTF Is EMDR? (And Why It Actually Works)  In the very first episode of The Trauma Nerd Podcast, psychologist and EMDR therapist Helen Billows breaks down one of the most misunderstood trauma therapies out there: EMDR. You’ve probably heard it described as “the eye movement thing,” or wondered whether someone just waves their fingers around and your trauma magically disappears. (Spoiler: it’s a bit more complex than that.)  Helen walks you through what EMDR actually is, how it works, and why it can be so effective for trauma, anxiety, and getting unstuck. She explains the Adaptive Information Processing model, the role of working memory, and the key phases of EMDR. If you’ve ever been curious about EMDR, are considering it yourself, or just want a clearer understanding of how trauma therapy works behind the scenes, this episode is your nerdy-but-approachable starting point.  Follow along for more trauma education, psychology made simple, and honest conversations about what really happens in the therapy room:  Instagram:  @thetraumanerd  @helenbillows New episodes fortnightly.

    26 min

  2. 6 JAN

    Welcome to The Trauma Nerd Podcast

    Some people knit. Helen reads trauma research for funsies. And now you get the good bits, without spending your nights googling. The Trauma Nerd podcast is where evidence-based psychology meets the real-world experience of trauma, EMDR, and what actually happens inside the therapy room. Hosted by psychologist and EMDR consultant Helen Billows, this show turns complex concepts into warm, clear, “finally-makes-sense” conversations. Expect episodes under 30 minutes, grounded in science but never boring. Just smart psychology made simple, with care, context, and a healthy sense of humour. If you’re craving trauma education that feels human, real, and actually enjoyable, hit follow and join us!

    1 min
  • 2 Episodes

Ratings & Reviews

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About

The Trauma Nerd is a space for anyone who wants to understand trauma and the nervous system without needing a psychology degree (or a dictionary).  Hosted by Helen Billows, psychologist, trauma therapist, EMDR consultant, and self-professed nerd, the show breaks down big concepts into warm, grounded, genuinely helpful conversations. Each episode is under 30 minutes and offers evidence-based insights, thoughtful reflections, and the occasional laugh. Whether you’re navigating your own trauma history, supporting someone you love, or you’re a clinician wanting digestible, well-informed discussions, this podcast is for you. You’ll hear about trauma, memory, attachment, EMDR, and the messy, very human parts of healing in a way that is digestible, practical and dare we say… funny.  This is clear, compassionate psychology -  from someone who seriously knows what she’s talking about. New episodes drop every fortnight. Come learn, laugh, and nerd-out about trauma.

Information

  • Creator
    Helen Billows
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    2
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Helen Billows
  • Show Website
    The Trauma Nerd