The Power of EMDR with Erin Hwasta, LMFT: Healing Trauma & Breaking Patterns

2025-03-21

In this powerful episode of Talk with Tara, I sit down with Erin Hwasta, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) with over 15 years of experience helping individuals and families heal from trauma, addiction, and toxic relationship patterns. We dive deep into the unseen emotional wounds that shape our relationships—especially when one or both partners carry unresolved trauma. Erin explains the science of EMDR therapy, how addiction and dissociation show up in marriage, what trauma bonding really means, and i...

In this powerful episode of Talk with Tara, I sit down with Erin Hwasta, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) with over 15 years of experience helping individuals and families heal from trauma, addiction, and toxic relationship patterns.

We dive deep into the unseen emotional wounds that shape our relationships—especially when one or both partners carry unresolved trauma. Erin explains the science of EMDR therapy, how addiction and dissociation show up in marriage, what trauma bonding really means, and if you can know when to stay, shift—or leave.

Whether you’ve experienced trauma, love someone who has, or feel stuck in a painful relational loop, this episode offers real insight, deep compassion, and hopeful paths forward.

“Trauma doesn’t have to define you—but it does need your attention.” – Erin Hwasta

Disclaimer: This episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute mental health advice. Please consult a qualified professional for support.

Connect with Erin Hwasta:

🌐 www.erinhwasta.com
📧 Erin@erinhwasta.com
Licensed in California, Florida, and Washington.

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📸 Instagram: @talkwithtarapodcast
📧 Email: talkwithtara@gmail.com

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