Trauma, Tea, and Tangents
Trauma, Tea, and Tangents
Podcast Description
For when therapy didn’t click...or just straight-up sucked.
Trauma, Tea, & Tangents is your weekly dose of unfiltered, unapologetic, and unexpectedly healing conversation. Hosted by Hannah Guy, LCSW—a trauma therapist who knows firsthand that healing isn’t linear, self-growth is messy, and sometimes you just need to laugh at the chaos—this podcast dives into all things trauma, nervous system, and the wild ride of being human.
Expect a blend of real talk, solid science, and compassionate hot takes, sprinkled with plenty of tangents (because who actually stays on track when they’re talking about trauma?). So grab your tea, get comfy, and let’s spill, sip, and sort through it all—one tangent at a time.
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Content Themes
The podcast explores themes surrounding trauma, nervous systems, and human experiences with a focus on topics such as dating challenges, relationship dynamics, and self-growth, featuring episodes like 'Dating Without Losing Your Mind' that unpack loneliness, reframing relationship experiences, and managing anxiety in dating scenarios.
For when therapy didn’t click…or just straight-up sucked.
Trauma, Tea, & Tangents is your weekly dose of unfiltered, unapologetic, and unexpectedly healing conversation. Hosted by Hannah Guy, LCSW—a trauma therapist who knows firsthand that healing isn’t linear, self-growth is messy, and sometimes you just need to laugh at the chaos—this podcast dives into all things trauma, nervous system, and the wild ride of being human.
Expect a blend of real talk, solid science, and compassionate hot takes, sprinkled with plenty of tangents (because who actually stays on track when they’re talking about trauma?). So grab your tea, get comfy, and let’s spill, sip, and sort through it all—one tangent at a time.
What is hyper-independence in relationships — and why does it make vulnerability feel so uncomfortable?
In this episode of Trauma, Tea, and Tangents, Hannah Guy is joined by guest Kelsey Wood, marriage and family therapist and coach, to explore how hyper-independence affects romantic relationships, dating patterns, emotional health, and long-term partnership dynamics.
If you’ve ever wondered:
Why do I struggle to be vulnerable in relationships?
Why do I feel like I can’t rely on my partner?
Why do I try to control outcomes in dating?
Why do I have such rigid expectations in romantic partnerships?
This conversation breaks down how hyper-independence develops, how it shows up in dating and romantic relationships, and why building inner self-trust is essential for healthy emotional intimacy.
Hyper-independence often creates a deep need for control, reinforces scarcity mindset in dating, and strengthens rigid expectations that block authentic connection. True intimacy requires releasing control, shifting beliefs about vulnerability, and learning to trust yourself from the inside out.
Chapters:
00:00 – Understanding Hyper-independence in Relationships
07:00 – The Struggle for Vulnerability
11:38 – Navigating Control and Trust
15:10 – Dating Rules and Expectations
20:22 – The Impact of Mindset on Relationships
✨ Want more of Kelsey Wood?
Find her here:
https://www.kelseywoodtherapyandcoaching.com/
Instagram: @teatimetherapist
Substack: https://substack.com/@teatimetherapist
✨ Want to work with Hannah and the trauma therapy team at Revive Therapy Services?
You’ve gotta be a PA resident—check us out at revivetherapyservices.com
And don’t forget to follow along on TikTok & IG: @revivetherapyservices
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