Dr. Nicole LePera was trained in clinical psychology at Cornell University and the New School for Social Research. She also studied at the Philadelphia School of Psychoanalysis. As a clinical psychologist in private practice, Dr. Nicole LePera often found herself frustrated by the limitations of traditional psychotherapy. Wanting more for her patients— and for self— she began a journey to develop a united philosophy of mental, physical, and spiritual health that equips people with the tools necessary to heal themselves. She is the creator of the #SelfHealers movement where people from around the world are joining together in community to take healing into their own hands. Her first book, How to Do the Work, is currently available and already a New York Times bestseller. We dive into trauma, relationships, betrayal, attachment styles and how we can really truly old patterns and change the world. Time Stamps 2:00 On Nicole’s new book 5:35 Nicole’s awakening 13:10 Our varying coping mechanisms with trauma 18:11 What “doing the work” really is about 21:30 Reparenting for the next generation 24:24 Self-betrayal, and how it shows up in our lives 29:02 Self-healing without reconnecting with the person that broke you 35:24 Dr. Nicole’s hopes for her readers 35:51 Mel’s 3 questions Want behind-the-scenes audio and video footage? Then be sure to join my monthly membership for your soul, The Goddess Collective. Goddess Collective members unlock access to extra “after the cut” content from each and every interview I host. During this segment of the podcast (which is recorded only for Collective members, and hosted inside the Collective website), questions that are submitted by the Goddesses are answered by podcast guests. The Goddess Collective also includes: A monthly workshop and workbook Fortnightly moonology readings A monthly Aphrodite Circle group coaching call hosted by yours truly Bonus interviews Interviews with guest experts An invitation into a members-only exclusive Facebook community, and Instant access to all the content that came before, and so much more… …all for $67. Click here to join, and access all my guest’s behind-the-scenes footage: http://melwells.com/collective Mentioned in this episode: How To Do The Work by Dr. Nicole LePera Dr. Nicole’s Instagram  SelfHealers Soundboard Dr. Nicole’s YouTube Dr. Nicole’s website