On this week's episode of Trauma, Tea, and Tangents, we sit down with Sami Leyde — a professional dancer, performer, and passionate advocate for POTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome) and EDS (Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome). Sami shares her deeply personal journey of living with chronic illness, and how for years, her symptoms were dismissed, misdiagnosed, or misunderstood by the medical system.

We explore the powerful intersection between trauma and the body — how unresolved emotional wounds and long-term stress can manifest physically, sometimes leading to or worsening chronic illness. This episode is a raw, validating conversation for anyone who's ever felt unseen in their health struggles or questioned the mind-body connection.

Episode’s out now! Grab your tea and hit play.

You can follow Sami and learn more about her advocacy work and creative journey on Instagram: @ze.brave

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This week on Trauma, Tea, and Tangents, we’re pouring a strong cup and diving headfirst into one of the most avoided yet deeply important conversations: sex and sexual trauma. Sex is often cloaked in silence—especially when trauma is involved—but we’re here to unpack the many faces of sexual trauma, how it shows up in our lives, and most importantly, how we can begin to heal from it.

Joining us for this raw and real convo is Esme Valette, licensed sex therapist and fierce advocate for trauma-informed sex education. Esme opens up about her experience working with survivors, the practical tactics she uses with clients, and how to reclaim intimacy at your own pace. Expect wisdom, vulnerability, and a few healing tangents along the way.

✨ Want more of Esme? Follow her on IG & TikTok: @therapy_with_esme

💛 Looking for trauma therapy in Pennsylvania? Hannah and her team at Revive Therapy Services are here to support you. Learn more at revivetherapyservices.com or follow along on IG & TikTok: @revivetherapyservices

This week on Trauma, Tea, and Tangents, we’re diving into the often-ignored reality of adoption trauma—because being “chosen” doesn’t cancel out birth trauma, identity confusion, or attachment wounds. Tisheila Justice, LCSW, joins us to unpack how early childhood development, attachment theory, and the loss of cultural identity deeply impact our ability to feel safe, connected, and emotionally regulated as adults.

We’re calling out the “resilient kid” myth, breaking down what real healing looks like, and getting honest about what adoptees actually need to thrive. If you've ever felt like something was missing but couldn’t name it—this one's for you.

Episode’s out now! Grab your tea and hit play.

Learn more about Tisheila and her work at growthandwellnessmhc.com Follow her on IG and TikTok: @tisheilajustice

Wanna work with Hannah and her trauma therapy team? You gotta be a PA resident—check us out at revivetherapyservices.com or follow along on TikTok & IG @revivetherapyservices.