Nancy Phung-Smith from SOULFLO Therapy in San Diego, California on EMDR , IFS, DBT skills, and BPD

In this episode, I sit down with Nancy Phung-Smith from SoulFlo Therapy to talk about trauma therapy, EMDR, IFS, and what it’s really like being a therapist with ADHD.
Nancy is a trauma-focused therapist specializing in complex trauma, emotional dysregulation, and diagnoses like BPD and ADHD. Her work integrates EMDR, somatic therapy, and Internal Family Systems (IFS) to go beyond symptom management and help clients understand the root of their pain.

We cover:
What EMDR therapy actually looks like in real sessions
How Internal Family Systems (IFS) helps clients work with “parts”
The truth about treating Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)
Being a therapist with ADHD (and how it impacts clinical work)
Career advice for new therapists (what actually matters vs. what doesn’t)
How trauma shows up in the body and relationships

This episode is perfect for:
Therapists and counseling students
NCE, NCMHCE, MFT, and LCSW exam prep
Anyone interested in trauma therapy, EMDR, or IFS
Therapists navigating ADHD or burnout

🎯 KEY TAKEAWAYS
Trauma work is not just about symptoms... it’s about understanding “what happened to you”
EMDR helps the brain reprocess trauma so it no longer feels like it’s happening in the present
IFS views the mind as a system of parts that can be understood and healed
Effective therapy integrates both skills (DBT/CBT) and deep trauma work (EMDR/IFS)

👇 CONNECT WITH NANCY
🌐 Website: https://www.soulflotherapy.com

Видео Nancy Phung-Smith from SOULFLO Therapy in San Diego, California on EMDR , IFS, DBT skills, and BPD канала Becoming a Therapist