Generational Trauma With Gina Birkemeier

In this episode of the Healing Trauma Podcast, Monique Koven speaks with trauma therapist Gina Birkemeier about her book 'Generations Deep,' which explores the impact of generational trauma and the importance of healing. They discuss how family patterns shape our beliefs and behaviors, the significance of corrective experiences in healing, and the role of curiosity in breaking cycles of dysfunction. Gina shares her personal journey of recognizing and addressing inherited trauma, emphasizing the need for supportive relationships and the importance of not navigating this journey alone. takeaways The title of the book is 'Generations Deep, Unmasking Inherited Trauma and Dysfunction to Rewrite Our Stories.' Family patterns can carry significant weight and influence our lives. Healing is a non-linear process that involves ups and downs. Curiosity can help combat shame and rigidity in our lives. Corrective experiences are essential for emotional healing. Breaking cycles of trauma starts with individual healing. It's important to recognize and address inherited beliefs and behaviors. Supportive relationships can provide a foundation for healing. Self-reflection is crucial in understanding our childhood needs. Do not navigate the healing journey alone; seek support. Find Gina here : Gina Birkemeier, LPC, NCC Gina's Book : Generations Deep: Unmasking Inherited Dysfunction and Trauma to Rewrite Our Stories Through Faith and Therapy Generations Workbook: Generations Deep Journal: Write Your Healing Story Find a list of trauma recovery books + resources for the healing trauma journey. SUPPORT this podcast for the cost of a coffee. Your support is appreciated! When you buy me a coffee, your support goes towards keeping the podcast running. HERE:

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Generational Trauma With Gina Birkemeier is an episode from The Healing Trauma Podcast by Monique Koven .

This episode is 32:43 long.

This episode was published on Nov 3, 2025.

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