The Holistic Trauma Coach™ Podcast

Jessa Hooley | The Holistic Trauma Coach™
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Tired of feeling stuck in the patterns created by a painful childhood? The Holistic Trauma Coach, Jessa Hooley, unpacks common experiences of people with painful childhoods and how to thrive despite it.

  1. JAN 19

    When Compulsive Exercise Isn't About Fitness – A Nervous System Perspective | Ep 13

    If skipping a workout feels impossible, this episode is for you. We’re unpacking why compulsive or obsessive exercise isn’t always about discipline, vanity, or health… and how it can actually be an adaptive response from a nervous system trying to survive. In this episode, we explore exercise through a nervous system lens; looking at how chronic stress, survival energy, and shutdown avoidance can turn movement into a non-negotiable. Not because you want to push your body, but because your body doesn’t feel safe slowing down. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why obsessive exercise can be a survival strategy, not a personal flaw How sympathetic survival energy and shutdown avoidance drive “I can’t stop moving” patterns What it might mean if rest days feel anxiety-provoking or unsafe How to approach exercise habits with curiosity instead of shame This isn’t about telling you to stop moving or forcing rest before your body is ready. It’s about understanding why your nervous system relies on movement — and how safety, recovery, and regulation might be missing underneath the pattern. 💛 Ready to start healing? Download my free trauma-informed somatic program at theholistictraumacoach.com/free

    17 min

  2. 08/04/2025

    Why is it so hard for me to feel...anything? | Ep 12

    If you’ve been stuck in numbness — not sad, not angry, not even happy — just… nothing… this episode is going to hit home. We’re unpacking why emotional disconnection is so common for trauma survivors, how your nervous system learned to shut down, and what to do when “just feel your feelings” advice makes you want to scream. In this episode, you’ll learn: The real, biological reason you feel flat or emotionally distant Why feeling nothing isn’t a failure — it’s protection 3 practical, somatic steps to gently reconnect with your emotions What safety actually feels like (and how to find it again) This isn’t about forcing tears or pushing yourself to process everything at once. It’s about learning to listen to your body — quietly, safely, in the smallest moments. 💛 Ready to start healing? Download my free trauma-informed somatic program at theholistictraumacoach.com/free

    27 min

  3. 07/28/2025

    Why do I get overwhelmed by normal stress? | Ep 11

    Visit https://www.theholistictraumacoach.com/free to join the free online healing program 🥰 If you’ve ever found yourself crying over a lukewarm sandwich or spiraling after one minor inconvenience, this episode is for you. Today, we’re unpacking why things that seem small can feel so massive — and why it has nothing to do with you being “too sensitive,” “lazy,” or “bad at handling stress.” We’re talking nervous system states, survival mode, the myth of “normal” stress, and what actually needs to happen for your body to feel safe enough to respond with presence — not panic. Spoiler alert: it’s not about getting tougher. It’s about tending to your baseline. I’ll walk you through: what your nervous system is really doing when it “overreacts” why overwhelm might be the most appropriate reaction to your current conditions and how to stop gaslighting yourself for the very real signals your body is sending This one’s tender. Honest. And very needed. Let’s talk about it. ✨ Plus: I’ll share a free grounding practice mid-episode to help your system settle as you listen.

    38 min

  4. 07/21/2025

    Why does my stomach hurt all the time? | Ep 10

    If you’ve tried every diet, supplement, and gut-health hack under the sun — and your digestion still feels off — this episode is for you. In this conversation, Jessa unpacks why chronic stress and trauma could be at the root of your digestive struggles, even if no one has ever helped you make that connection before. You’ll learn: 💛 Why your nervous system literally runs your digestion — and what happens when it’s stuck in survival mode 💛 How chronic tension patterns and restricted breathing physically impact your gut 💛 Why trauma disconnects you from hunger, fullness, and craving cues (and how that shows up in real life) 💛 Why this isn’t a failure of discipline or self-control — it’s a nervous system experience Plus: Jessa invites you into a grounding pause to help you stay present with your body as you listen. ✨ Feeling seen for the first time? Explore Jessa’s Free Online Healing Program to start gently reconnecting with your body and nervous system at ⁠theholistictraumacoach.com/free⁠.

    36 min

  5. 07/14/2025

    Why the hell is relaxation so damn hard for me? | Ep 9

    Join my free online healing program at https://theholistictraumacoach.com/free Why can’t you relax even when everything’s fine? Like — you should be enjoying that quiet weekend, but instead you’re restless, anxious, scrolling endlessly, or totally collapsed… and then Monday hits and you feel like you didn’t enjoy a second of it. In this episode, we unpack why that happens. I’ll walk you through three common scenarios: maybe you grew up in a home where rest was basically punished, or you had a stressed-out parent who couldn’t tolerate stillness, or your nervous system just learned that being on high alert is “normal.” And honestly — none of that means you’re broken. We’ll talk about what your nervous system is actually doing, why this experience is way more common than people realize, and most importantly… what to do about it. I’ll share some simple, body-first practices you can try this weekend — starting with tuning into your felt sense and learning how to pendulate gently between activity and rest so your body can re-learn that stillness is safe. So if you’ve ever wondered “why can’t I relax when I want to?” — this one’s for you. Discussing things like: why can’t I relax, trauma and relaxation, nervous system healing, felt sense, pendulation, somatic practices

    16 min

  6. 07/08/2025

    Why do I panic when I even just *think* someone's mad at me? | Ep 8

    Why do you spiral when someone seems even a little mad at you? This podcast episode explores the nervous system’s response to social threat, how panic can show up in subtle ways, and why your reaction isn’t over-the-top—it’s protective. If you’ve ever reread a text 10 times or written an apology no one asked for, this is for you. Join the free online healing program at: https://theholistictraumacoach.com/free

    17 min

  7. 05/13/2025

    Befriending Your Dissociation | Ep 7

    Join the free online healing program at https://www.theholistictraumacoach.com. Summary In this episode, Jessa Hooley explores the concept of dissociation, particularly in the context of trauma. She emphasizes the importance of understanding and befriending dissociation as a natural part of the nervous system rather than viewing it as a failure. The conversation covers various forms of dissociation, including depersonalization, derealization, emotional numbing, and time loss, and highlights the cultural stigmas surrounding these experiences. Jessa advocates for a compassionate approach to dissociation, encouraging listeners to recognize its protective role and to integrate it into their healing journey. Keywords dissociation, trauma, nervous system, emotional numbing, mental health, healing, self-care, trauma recovery, mindfulness, psychological safety

    18 min

  8. 04/29/2025

    A Body-Based Pleasure Practice | Ep 6

    Enjoy this practical and powerful somatic (body-based) exercise for connecting with your healing pleasure! Based on an exercise found in Call of the Wild by Kimberly Ann Johnson. JOIN THE FREE START PROGRAM HERE: https://www.alwaysvibin.com/free-healing-program

    24 min
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Tired of feeling stuck in the patterns created by a painful childhood? The Holistic Trauma Coach, Jessa Hooley, unpacks common experiences of people with painful childhoods and how to thrive despite it.

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    Jessa Hooley | The Holistic Trauma Coach™
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    13
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    Explicit
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