I am not My Past- Rising Above Trauma | Dr. Sugi Sugandika T. Subawickrama | TEDxElmPark

This talks follows there impact of lived traumatic experiences on our choices and decisions: the intentionality of rising above trauma so as to lead a life of satisfaction. Dr. Sugi (Sugandika T Subawickrama) is originally from a beautiful island called Sri Lanka. She is a licensed psychotherapist in New York (LMHC) and New Jersey (LPC), a certified substance abuse clinician (Master CASAC) in New York and internationally, and Dr. Sugi has worked in Behavior Health, Mental Health and Substance Abuse Counseling for over 20 years in various treatment settings.

[shaniBAli-hwus]

Dr. Sugi you are an inspiration to me. You are not just any academically qualified psychotherapist; You have lived it! Your life experiences enable you to empathize with those who have experienced trauma in their lives. If 70% of the US population is affected, it would be our collective responsibility to help heal each other and to overcome it. This should not be stigmatized, and like you said we just need to hear people out and give them genuine attention and care so that they may better learn to cope with their issues. Can’t wait to see more from you!👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[piyumimarian]

As a trauma survivor it’s a good speech to others how to rising above trauma..well done akka..keep it up..best wishes ♥️

[nuwanthimadu]

You are a great speaker...its great you use evidence based data as well...Respect

[thoxha]

Very interesting subject! Great speech!