Transcending Relational Trauma - Frank Anderson’s New Book

In this episode of IFS Talks, Dr. Frank Anderson discusses his upcoming book, "Transcending Trauma, Healing Complex PTSD with Internal Family Systems," which he describes as the culmination of his life's work in the field of trauma. He shares his personal motivations for focusing on trauma, stemming from a family member's mental illness and his own healing journey. Dr. Anderson emphasizes the book's aim to help therapists navigate the complexities of trauma treatment, integrating neuroscience, psychiatry, and IFS in a practical way. He also discusses the importance of differentiating between types of trauma, particularly complex PTSD, and introduces his concept of "trauma blocks love, love heals trauma," which serves as a core message of the book. Furthermore, he details how the book expands the IFS model to address the specific needs of complex trauma, including different types of wounds and unburdening processes, and explores the intersection of neuroscience and therapeutic decision-making.