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The past has a way of gripping people, making it feel like they’re stuck in the same patterns no matter how much they want to change. Old wounds, addictions, and self-doubt can turn into a loop that’s hard to break, shaping how someone sees themselves and the world around them. It’s frustrating—knowing what needs to change but feeling powerless to do it. Still, the past isn’t a life sentence, and even the deepest struggles don’t have to define the future. Dr. Nancy Irwin, a licensed clinical psychologist and therapeutic hypnotist, specializes in trauma resolution, addiction treatment, and performance enhancement. Featured on Dr. Drew, Megan Kelly, and Bravo, she’s also the author of You-Turn: Changing Direction in Midlife, which shares stories of personal transformation. Her work focuses on helping clients heal past wounds and create lasting change. Today, she explores the connection between trauma and addiction, explaining how unresolved psychological wounds fuel destructive behaviors. Stay tuned! Resources Psychology Today: Health, Help, Happiness + Find a Therapist Dr. Nancy Irwin: Clinical Psychologist (License # 30292) and Certified Hypnotherapist in Los Angeles, CA Follow Dr. Nancy Irwin on Facebook Connect with Dr. Nancy Irwin on LinkedIn Breaking Through!: Stories of Hope and Recovery (co-authored with Dr. Nancy Irwin) on Amazon