9 Ways Disney Movie Encanto Illustrates Intergenerational Trauma And Healing

Disney movie, Encanto, illustrates how intergenerational trauma shows up and heals within the family system, especially how our parent’s survival response of hyperfocus on how our success and accomplishments may cause burn out throughout the family.

Read on the slides below on ways the movie shows how just one member of the family’s hope for healing can lead to greater healing for the family and community.

There’s so much to unpack in the movie! My trauma informed, systems therapist heart was so full and my inner child felt so validated.

If you’re seeking guidance in gaining the clarity and understanding of how your family’s trauma is affecting you and how to heal and grow through it. I am currently taking online therapy clients for all of California. Click this link or call me at 909-500-4574 to schedule a free 20 minute consultation on how I can support you in breaking generational trauma cycles.