"Wounds of the psyche are held in the body.
And it is not until we can experience these wounds in a very physical, embodied way that we can untangle them completely."
~ Tara Brach
And it is not until we can experience these wounds in a very physical, embodied way that we can untangle them completely."
~ Tara Brach
But what is trauma?
At its most basic it is overwhelm of the nervous system that we have not been able to resolve and so we are still living as if the traumatic events are still occuring. Somatic Experiencing® works to help the body and mind to integrate the experience so that you can live in the here and now without your body still responding as if the trauma were still occuring.
Trauma - as it has been described here - can come from shocks (accidents, surgeries, losses), but it can also come about from chronic stress. You may benefit from Somatic Experiencing® trauma therapy if you suffer from:
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Insomnia
- High stress levels resulting in sleep issues, burnout, overwhelm (work, caring for someone, parenting, general life!)
- Chronic illnesses such as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Fibromyalgia, autoimmune disorders
- Chronic pain
- Recent surgery or ongoing issues from surgery
- Pre and peri-natal trauma (for example: premature birth, born with cord around neck, stressful pregnancy/birth, trouble feeding)
- Or have other known traumatic experiences, including childhood trauma, emotional abuse, sexual trauma, car accidents, asssaults.
This work is suitable for adults, parents and children, and couples.
This work can be done through talking and through bodywork. Neither is better than the other, it is simply what suits you. Sometimes it does not feel safe to work with touch, at other times it is the best way. That can be decided by you or worked out together.
Want to find out more?
The document below has more detailed information about trauma healing, Somatic Experiencing® trauma therapy, and working with your therapist.
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You can also find more information about Somatic Experiencing® bodywork by following the link.
The Resources page has links to trauma supports and more information about Somatic Experiencing®.
For more information about qualifications and influences go to the About page.
To ask a question or book an appointment go to the Contact page or email chantal.innerstrength@gmail.com
The Resources page has links to trauma supports and more information about Somatic Experiencing®.
For more information about qualifications and influences go to the About page.
To ask a question or book an appointment go to the Contact page or email chantal.innerstrength@gmail.com
