What is trauma exactly? And how do we cope with it? In this episode of Uncomfortable, I chat with Joyous D. Williams, a mental health professional, art therapist, and coach. We discuss trauma, the different ways to cope, and dealing with family estrangement.    About Joyous Joyous D. Williams is a Mental Health Professional serving the greater Cleveland, Ohio area. She is a nationally board-certified Art Therapist, specializing in brain-based, trauma-informed care. She’s also a coach studied in “Transformative Presence” and has lived experience changing the very fabric of her own life. Personally, Joy is also a Growth-Oriented Mama of 1, a Life Partner, a Dog Mom to 3 unruly beasts and a voracious reader. Please note that there is some adult language in this episode so pop on those headphones!   If you enjoyed our conversation then feel free to leave a comment at the bottom of this page or rate us highly over on iTunes!   Resources You can follow Joyous over on her website + social media: everywomxn.com Joy’s mailing list/Free Coaching Download: coach.everywomxn.com  Instagram: @recreatingdawn and @traumaclearingbadass.   Other Resources: Article about ACEs – https://developingchild.harvard.edu/media-coverage/take-the-ace-quiz-and-learn-what-it-does-and-doesnt-mean/      CDC ACEs website – https://www.cdc.gov/violenceprevention/acestudy/about.html   Loveland Foundation – https://thelovelandfoundation.org/   Open Path Psychotherapy Collective – https://openpathcollective.org/   Coping Skill Printable Resource – http://www.indigodaya.com/resources/     If you are dealing with trauma and need help immediately then know that you can always call the Crisis Canada Hotline at 1.833.456.4566. They have amazing trained volunteers available 24/7. For more information visit their website www.crisisservicescanada.ca.   If you are having suicidal thoughts then please contact 1–800-SUICIDE.The LifeLine Canada Foundation also has a list of Canadian, USA and international crisis centres.   Click here for a list for a list of Suicide Crisis Hotlines in other countries.