Episode Details

If you’re in your 20s battling overthinking, self-doubt, anxiety, emotional pain, or ADHD, this episode of Conversations with Sekani is a game-changer. NYC psychotherapist Karen Dwyer-Tesoriero, LCSW, shares her 30+ years of expertise in complex PTSD and adult mental health. From her foster care roots to practical tools for reframing negative thoughts, building resilience, and finding true success through supportive relationships—get ready to undo limiting beliefs and step into your best self. Don’t let trauma hold you back—tune in for life-changing insights!

Key Highlights:

• Karen’s journey from foster care to psychotherapy expert.

• Complex PTSD vs. PTSD: Understanding repeated trauma’s impact.

• Breaking negative self-talk cycles from childhood.

• Overthinking as a symptom of anxiety—how to stop rumination.

• Building healthy relationships and self-compassion in your 20s.

• Redefining success: Supportive people over achievements.

Connect with Karen Dwyer-TesorieroWebsite:http://www.kdtesorierolcsw.net/

LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/karen-dwyer-tesoriero-lcsw-emdr-trained-

Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/kdtesorierolcsw/

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Chapters

0:00 - Intro & Welcome: Struggles in Your 20s

0:38 - Karen’s Background & Foster Care Experience

1:00 - What Led Karen to Psychotherapy

1:43 - Complex PTSD Explained: Repeated Trauma vs. Single Events

5:13 - Negative Self-Talk: Origins & Reframing Techniques

10:20 - Overthinking & Anxiety: Breaking the Rumination Cycle

12:55 - Advice for Building Healthy Relationships in Your 20s

15:30 - Self-Compassion & Turning Negatives into Positives

18:10 - Definition of Success: Supportive People Around You

19:35 - Closing Takeaways & Guest Contacts