Dr. Gabor Maté's approach to healing trauma emphasizes understanding the root causes of trauma and the impact of childhood experiences on adult life. He differentiates between "Big T" traumas, such as abuse, and "Little T" traumas, like emotional neglect, and explains their lasting effects on stress responses, relationships, and well-being. Maté encourages self-compassion and understanding trauma as an internal response to pain rather than a flaw. He advocates for compassiona