Balancing Authenticity and Attachment: Insights on Overcoming Entrapment with Allie Mackay (Ep 20)
In this episode of True Power, Cassandra Goodman speaks with Ally Mackay, a registered psychologist who specializes in Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). They discuss the challenges of authentic leadership and the importance of connecting to one's true self. Ally shares her journey of balancing multiple facets of her identity and offers insights into how embracing our multifaceted nature can lead to greater personal and professional fulfillment. They also explore the blend of IFS and EMDR modalities and their applications in trauma treatment and authentic leadership.
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction to True Power Podcast
00:52 Meet Ally Mackay: Empowering Through Psychology
01:48 Exploring Trauma and Self Fidelity
03:21 Mind-Body Connection and Chronic Pain
06:47 Internal Family Systems Therapy
12:49 Understanding EMDR and Its Benefits
18:27 The Journey to Authenticity
26:25 Balancing Multiple Facets of Self
43:42 Closing Thoughts and Resources
About the guest:
Allie Mackay is the founder of Due North Psychology, an AHPRA-registered psychologist, mindfulness facilitator, and EMDR accredited practitioner. She provides trauma-informed and neuro-diversity affirming services, utilising evidence-based approaches such as EMDR, Internal Family Systems, Compassion Focused Therapy, and Biofeedback. As an approved supervisor with the Psychology Board of Australia, Allie mentors psychology interns and clinical psychology registrars. An EMDR consultant-in-training, she also trains advanced EMDR therapists. A published author and active researcher, Allie is dedicated to advancing the field of psychology and supporting the next generation of psychologists in addressing global mental health challenges.
Links mentioned in this episode:
- Allie Mackay | LinkedIn
- Learn more about the wonderful work Allie does at alliemackaypsychology.com.au
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