Episode 17 - PMDD, Trauma and Identity: Finding the Root Cause with Lucia Petrusova

In this episode of Way Out of Childhood Trauma, I am joined by Lucia Petrusova, RTT Practitioner, Clinical Hypnotherapist, and transformational coach, to explore the often-overlooked connection between trauma, identity, and PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder).

Lucia shares her own journey of overcoming identity struggles, PMDD, migraines, and PTSD, and explains how unresolved emotional experiences and trauma can manifest through the body in powerful ways.

Together, we discuss:

• The connection between trauma and PMDD
• How childhood experiences shape our sense of identity
• The impact of unresolved emotional wounds on physical and emotional wellbeing
• Why symptoms are often messengers rather than the problem itself
• Rapid Transformational Therapy (RTT) and its role in recovery
• Moving from survival and symptom management toward lasting healing

Lucia also shares insights from her work helping clients uncover the root causes of their challenges and create meaningful transformation in their lives. You can explore more in her book Unapologetically Feminine

This conversation offers hope for anyone struggling with PMDD, trauma symptoms, identity issues, or feeling trapped in cycles they don't fully understand.

✨ Connection to The Ascendance Method™

This episode reflects a key principle of The Ascendance Method™: symptoms are often expressions of survival adaptations rather than evidence that something is wrong with us.

Through the lens of Ascendance™, PMDD and other chronic emotional or physical struggles can become invitations to deeper self-understanding. Recovery begins with Recognition and Awareness—understanding what our mind and body have been trying to communicate. From there, we can move toward Acceptance, Absolution, and ultimately Authenticity.

People are not broken. They adapted to survive. Healing is about restoring connection to Self.

🔗 Connect with Lucia Petrusova

Contact Lucia on https://www.luciapetrusova.com

Contact Barb on https://your-steps.co.uk