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Somatic Experiencing (SE) is a body-oriented therapy that taps into the body’s own innate capacity to heal itself. It is primarily used for the resolution of post-traumatic stress responses. SE assists the body in regaining the resources lost in trauma such as resiliency, the ability to be grounded and centered, to self-soothe, and to have boundaries.
Click here for an introduction to and basic skills in somatic experiencing>>
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We begin the process of releasing stress and trauma from the body by finding internal and external resources. This helps us to feel safe, stabilize and develop the capacity to work through activating experience. Resources also create movement and flow where there has been stuckness. Trauma tends to create a fixated focus on what feels bad. But, no matter how awful we feel inside, there are almost always places that feel at least slightly less bad.
Click here for a free list of internal and external somatic resources>>
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There are mans simple, but powerful, practices you can do to regulate your autonomic nervous system by activating the parasympathetic branch of the vagal nerve. If done daily and consistently over time, these practices will help to regulate a nervous system that is stuck in chronic stress arousal. If any of these practices activate you, do the practices that do not activate, unless you are able to stay present with it.
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The Polyvagal Theory, developed by Dr. Stephen Porges, identified a biological order of human response that is active in all human experience. This handout explores and explains Polyvagal Theory in user friendly language.
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These are common problems that arise from autonomic nervous system dysfunction that occurs when there is chronic sympathetic activation or shut-down, freeze. All of the problems in this list can be addressed by reinstating normal function of the ventral vagal branch (parasympathetic) and the nerves required for social engagement.
Click here to learn about the common problems that stem from ventral vagal dysfunction>>
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Humming comes with wonderful benefits for our nervous sytem and general health.
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The Havening Technique uses touch, eye movements, and other sensory inputs to reduce stress, anxiety, and discomfort.
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The Buteyko Method is a form of complementary therapy that uses breathing exercises as a treatment for hyperventilation.