Podcasts about Sensorimotor psychotherapy

To watch the video of this podcast, please go to: https://youtu.be/Ml4dg2k-9Uc?si=HMzyPwgG4cNFCK_7   How do our early life experiences shape the way we form intimate relationships? What role does trauma play in our ability to connect with ourselves and others? Can we heal and develop true intimacy after experiencing betrayal or emotional wounds?   In this episode of Kaleidoscope of Possibilities – Alternative Perspectives on Mental Health, Dr. Adriana Popescu is joined by Gary Katz, psychotherapist and founder of the Center for Intimacy Recovery in New York. They explore the profound impact of trauma on intimacy, relationships, and self-connection. Gary shares how his work focuses on helping people develop intimacy with themselves before they can fully experience deep, authentic relationships with others. Drawing from both his background in education and his personal journey, he shows us how relational trauma, attachment styles, and childhood experiences shape our adult relationships. From betrayal trauma to sex addiction, avoidance patterns, and the role of psychedelics in healing, this conversation delves into the challenges and transformative possibilities of intimacy recovery.   In this episode: • The connection between childhood experiences and adult intimacy challenges • How trauma shapes our ability to connect with others • Common intimacy avoidance patterns and how they manifest • The impact of betrayal trauma and how to heal from it • The role of psychedelics in supporting emotional healing • Overcoming shame, secrecy, and barriers to authentic connection • How group therapy can foster vulnerability and relational healing   Resources mentioned in this episode: Center for Intimacy Recovery: www.intimacyrecovery.com Gary's email for consultations: garykatz@intimacyrecovery.com   About Gary: Gary Katz is a psychotherapist and founder of The Center for Intimacy Recovery in New York, focusing on intimacy and relationships. He believes self-intimacy is essential for genuine connection with others. Many develop protective strategies for their hearts that later hinder the intimacy they seek. The Center helps clients overcome these barriers and build deeper connections. To address healthy sexuality and issues like compulsive behaviors and betrayal trauma, Gary studied at the Modern Sex Therapy Institute, joined the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists, and became a Certified Sex Addiction and Partner Trauma Therapist through the International Institute of Trauma and Addiction Professionals. He has also trained in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy, and EMDR to address trauma stored in the body. Before his current practice, Gary spent over 20 years in education and as a rabbi.   “If I'm not willing to see the parts of myself I've been avoiding, I won't ever allow someone else to see them.” – Gary Katz   Would you like to continue this conversation and connect with other people who are interested in exploring these topics? Please join us on our Facebook group! (https://www.facebook.com/groups/kaleidoscopeofpossibilitiespodcast/)     About your host:   Dr. Adriana Popescu is a clinical psychologist, addiction and trauma specialist, author, speaker and empowerment coach who is based in San Francisco, California and practices worldwide. She is the author of the book, What If You're Not As F***d Up As You Think You Are? For more information on Dr. Adriana, her sessions and classes, please visit: https://adrianapopescu.org/ To find the book please visit: https://whatifyourenot.com/ To learn about her trauma treatment center Firebird Healing, please visit the website: https://www.firebird-healing.com/   You can also follow her on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrAdrianaPopescu/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dradrianapopescu/?hl=en LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adriana-popescu-ph-d-03793 Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/dradrianapopescu Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCflL0zScRAZI3mEnzb6viVA TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dradrianapopescu? Medium: https://medium.com/@dradrianapopescu   Disclaimer: This podcast represents the opinions of Dr. Adriana Popescu and her guests. The content expressed therein should not be taken as psychological or medical advice. The content here is for informational or entertainment purposes only. Please consult your healthcare professional for any medical or treatment questions. This website or podcast is not to be used in any legal capacity whatsoever, including but not limited to establishing “standard of care” in any legal sense or as a basis for legal proceedings or expert witness testimony. Listening, reading, emailing, or interacting on social media with our content in no way establishes a client-therapist relationship.

It might feel like terrible news that building our pack leadership involves going back into our own childhoods. It can feel scary to go back to the “belly of the beast”… after all, you survived your childhood. Who on this God's green earth would actually choose to look back when you're so focused on changing cycles and moving forward? When the patterns we're trying to break involve the often invisible trauma of emotional neglect, they can be extra tough to identify. Grownups raised by neglectful parents can feel like their experiences weren't “bad” enough to count, or that they should just feel lucky because other kids had it way worse. My guest this week is Ruth Cohn, an amazing therapist and author who writes about what she calls “the invisible trauma” of neglect. Why it can be hard to realize that neglect IS traumatic, how it affects the way we live, and how much we tend to blame ourselves for things that aren't in our control. If you're a parent who's trying to do better than the way you were raised, you have to hear her wisdom!As always, thanks for listening. Head over to Facebook, where you can join my free group Mastermind Parenting Community. We post tips and tools and do pop-up Live conversations where I do extra teaching and coaching to support you in helping your strong-willed children so that they can FEEL better and DO better. If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it!Get all the links, resources, and transcripts here: https://mastermindparenting.com/podcast-316About Randi RubensteinRandi Rubenstein coaches parents raising strong-willed kids. Randi searched endlessly to find the magical resource that would help her own highly sensitive, strong-willed child. (He's now 26, healthy and happy-ish:). She's been passionate about helping other “cycle-breaker” parents like herself for almost two decades.Randi's Web and Social LinksWebsite: https://mastermindparenting.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mastermindparentingInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mastermind_parenting/About Ruth Cohn:Ruth Cohn, MFT, is a psychotherapist living and practicing in the San Francisco Bay area. She has been specializing in work with survivors of trauma and neglect, their intimate partners, and families since 1988. She is a Certified Sex Therapist, certified in Neurofeedback, EMDR, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, and Imago Relationship Therapy. Ruth is also the author of numerous articles on sexuality, trauma, and neglect, and three books: Working With the Developmental Trauma of Childhood Neglect: Using Psychotherapy and Attachment Theory Techniques in Clinical Practice, Coming Home to Passion: Restoring Loving Sexuality in Couples With Histories of Childhood Trauma and Neglect, and Out of My Mind: Late Night Contemplations About Trauma and Neglect.Ruth Cohn's Web and Social LinksWebsite: https://ruthcohnmft.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RuthCohnMFT/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ruthcohnmft/?hl=en LinkedIn:

In this episode, I'm joined by Linda Thai — a mental health clinician, storyteller, and educator who has had her own lived experiences of individual, collective, historical and cultural traumatization...and healing. I've interviewed many fascinating individuals in the past seven years of running The Weekend University, but there was something different about Linda. It might have something to do with her getting off the grid and living in the wilderness in Alaska, or perhaps it's the eclectic self-education she has immersed herself in. Whatever it is, Linda brings to the table a unique and holistic perspective on attachment, that I think is years ahead of the conventional wisdom. Expect to learn: — The difference between psychology, trauma-informed psychology, culturally-informed psychology, and liberation informed psychology — Where traditional attachment theory falls short — Why we need to redefine the parameters of attachment and take an ecosystem view And more. You can learn more about Linda's work and trainings at https://www.linda-thai.com/. --- Linda Thai, LMSW ERYT-200 is a trauma therapist and educator who specializes in brain and body-based modalities for addressing complex developmental trauma. Linda has worked with thousands of people from all over the world to promote mindfulness, recover from trauma, and tend to grief as a means of self care. Linda's work centers on healing with a special focus on the experiences of adult children of refugees and immigrants. Her teaching is infused with empathy, storytelling, humor, research, practical tools, applied knowledge, and experiential wisdom. She has assisted internationally renowned psychiatrist and trauma expert, Dr. Bessel van der Kolk, with his private small group psychotherapy workshops aimed at healing attachment trauma. She has a Master of Social Work with an emphasis on the neurobiology of attachment and trauma. Linda has studied Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Somatic Experiencing, Brainspotting, Internal Family Systems, Trauma-Informed Stabilization Treatment, Havening Touch, Flash Technique, and structural dissociation of the personality, and offers the Safe and Sound Protocol, yoga, and meditation within her practice. Linda works on the traditional lands of the Tanana Athabascan people (Fairbanks, Alaska) with those recovering from addiction, trauma, and mental illness. She is passionate about breaking the cycle of historical and intergenerational trauma at the individual and community levels. --- Interview Links: Linda's website - https://www.linda-thai.com/

Deb Dana, LCSW, is a clinician, consultant, author, and international lecturer on polyvagal theory-informed work with trauma survivors and is the leading translator of this scientific work to the public and mental health professionals. A founding member of the Polyvagal Institute, Deb developed the signature Rhythm of Regulation® Clinical Training Series: The Science of Feeling Safe Enough To Fall in Love with Life and Take the Risks of Living.A clinician and consultant specializing in working with complex trauma, Deb Dana is widely credited with adapting Polyvagal Theory to trauma treatment. She is, a clinical advisor to Khiron Clinics and an advisor to Unyte-ILS. She is trained in Internal Family Systems, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, and Tapas Acupressure Technique, and she completed the Certificate Program in Traumatic Stress Studies at the Trauma Center. Deb's work shows how an understanding of Polyvagal Theory is applicable across the board to relationships, mental health, and trauma. She delves into the intricacies of how we can all use an understanding of the organizing principles of Polyvagal Theory to change the ways we navigate our daily lives. Deb is well known for translating PVT into a language and application that is both clear and accessible - and for her significant contribution, pioneering Rhythm of Regulation® methodology, tools, techniques and practices which continue to open up the power of PVT for professionals and curious people from diverse backgrounds and all walks of life.​Deb believes that we all benefit when we have a basic understanding of the ways the nervous system works and learn how to become active operators of this essential system. Following this passion has led her to offering workshops in partnership with groups and communities outside of the clinical arena - and bringing the Polyvagal perspective to the ordinary, and sometimes extraordinary, experiences of daily living.

Eva Usadi has been a psychotherapist for 37 years with a specialty in traumatic stress. She holds a Master's Degrees in Existential Phenomenological Psychology (1987) and Clinical Social Work (1992). Eva is Certified in EMDR therapy, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, and Group Psychotherapy as well as having completed 500 hours of yoga teacher training at the Himalayan Institute and 17 years of certification as an Equine Assisted Psychotherapist. Eva is an EMDRIA-approved Consultant, a Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Consultant, a contract therapist for FDNY, a preferred provider for Doctors Without Borders and a member of CiC's (London) critical incident and trauma support team for war correspondents. Eva is the Clinical Consultant to the NYC Trauma Recovery network and coordinated work with Emergency Service Workers and Physicians, during the Covid-19 pandemic. In her private practice and as the Founder and Executive Director of Trauma and Resiliency Resources Eva specializes in working with first responders and military veterans as well as civilians, and provide advanced training in PTSD, Complex PTSD and Moral Injury. Eva has presented at well over 40 conferences and workshops in the United States, the United Kingdom and Europe and is the daughter of a WWII Veteran. Contact Eva Usadi: https://trrhelp.org/ Dr. Kimberley Linert Speaker, Author, Broadcaster, Mentor, Trainer, Behavioral Optometrist Event Planners- I am available to speak at your event. Here is my media kit: https://brucemerrinscelebrityspeakers.com/portfolio/dr-kimberley-linert/ To book Dr. Linert on your podcast, television show, conference, corporate training or as an expert guest please email her at incrediblelifepodcast@gmail.com or Contact Bruce Merrin at Bruce Merrin's Celebrity Speakers at merrinpr@gmail.com 702.256.9199 Host of the Podcast Series: Incredible Life Creator Podcast Available on... Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/incredible-life-creator-with-dr-kimberley-linert/id1472641267 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6DZE3EoHfhgcmSkxY1CvKf?si=ebe71549e7474663 and on 9 other podcast platforms Author of Book: "Visualizing Happiness in Every Area of Your Life" Get on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3srh6tZ Website: https://www.DrKimberleyLinert.com Please subscribe, share & LISTEN! Thanks. incrediblelifepodcast@gmail.com Social Media Links LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-kimberley-linert-incredible-life-creator/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kimberley.linert/ The Great Discovery eLearning Platform: https://thegreatdiscovery.com/kimberley

"Train people well enough so they can leave. Treat them well enough so they don't want to."-Sir Richard BransonDr. Damon Wood has held an interest in trauma focused therapies since his graduate education, and has completed trainings in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Internal Family Systems, and DBT.Since 2009, Dr. Wood has worked for the state of California in forensic institutions including Napa State Hospital and four California state prisons where he has provided treatment to the severely mentally ill, the severely behaviorally challenged, and the severely traumatized.In 2015 Dr. Wood was promoted to the mental health leadership team at Salinas Valley State Prison where he has led teams of clinicians to provide treatment in one of the state's most violent maximum security prisons. In this role and setting, Dr. Wood has championed trauma informed organizational support for the clinical staff that work in such a stressful and difficult environment.Damon has spoken on this podcast before about safety within the prison setting. Today, though, we're talking about what it means to work within the prison setting. What's involved? What's it like working with this particular population? What are the specific challenges, and also, what are the upsides and the rewards of doing this type of challenging and demanding work?In This EpisodeGames Criminals Play: How You Can Profit by Knowing Them, by Bud Allen, Diana BostaDamon's emailBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-trauma-therapist--5739761/support.

Original air date: May 24, 2022 In this special episode of Lessons from the Playroom, Lisa Dion welcomes the amazing Dr. Bonnie Goldstein, a faculty member at Pat Ogden's Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Institute. Dr. Goldstein has uniquely applied Sensorimotor Psychotherapy to children, making her a pioneer in this field. Hear the delightful story of how Bonnie and Lisa met at the Australian Childhood Foundation's trauma conference in Melbourne in 2019, instantly connecting over dinner and sparking a meaningful professional relationship. Join Bonnie and Lisa as they discuss how to integrate the body into therapy practice to empower child clients, covering: Utilizing your own sense of self in client work through embedded relational mindfulness techniques. Understanding how the body influences the mind and combining mindfulness and body awareness to shift a client's narrative. Incorporating collaborative curiosity in therapeutic work with children. Techniques for helping clients reconnect with their bodies after trauma, including the "choo-choo train" activity. Reading the client's story through the aliveness of the body. Attuning to your own body to better attune to your client's body, recognizing the therapist's body as the most important "toy" in the room. You'll also hear numerous client stories illustrating how to incorporate sensorimotor work into your practice and get introduced to Bonnie's unique co-therapist who assists in her sessions. About Dr. Bonnie Goldstein: Dr. Goldstein is dedicated to fostering and healing relationships through attachment theory, somatic and mindful awareness, and group psychotherapy. She is the founder/director of the Lifespan Psychological Center and a faculty member at the Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Institute. With several publications to her name, she is currently co-authoring a book on Sensorimotor Psychotherapy with Children with Pat Ogden, soon to be published by Norton Publishing. Tune in for an inspiring episode filled with practical insights and heartwarming stories that highlight the transformative power of sensorimotor psychotherapy in play therapy. Podcast Resources:  Synergetic Play Therapy Institute Synergetic Play Therapy Learning Website FREE Resources to support you on your play therapy journey  Aggression in Play Therapy: A Neurobiological Approach to Integrating Intensity * If you enjoy this podcast, please give us a five-star rating and review on Apple Podcast, subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts, and invite your friends/fellow colleagues to join us.

Jacquie has worked in the field of trauma and the Violence Against Women's Sector in Toronto for over 11 years, beginning her career in the Caribbean with women and children who experienced violence. She spent over five years as an art therapist at the YWCA Toronto's Breakthrough program and has worked at the Barbra Schlifer Commemorative Clinic for the past five years.At the clinic, she has held roles such as Therapist/Advocate, Manager, and Director of counseling services, where she led staff and developed innovative trauma programs. Jacquie teaches at the Toronto Art Therapy Institute and is a trainer with the Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Institute. She has a private practice focused on trauma recovery and is deeply passionate about social justice work. Jacquie believes a trauma-informed approach is essential for collaborative and meaningful relationships with teams and clients.Jacquie is a Registered Psychotherapist In private practice. She is a Registered Art Therapist, a Certified Advanced Practitioner in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, and a trainer in development with the Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Institute. Jacquie is an instructor and clinical supervisor at the Toronto Art Therapy Institute and facilitates a course on cultural humility and trauma-informed art therapy.In addition, Jacquie is a published poet, mother, and speaker. Over the past 15 years, she has developed a trauma-focused practice incorporating art-based, body-based, and talk-based therapy and currently resides in Toronto.In This EpisodeJacquie's websiteJacquie's email: jacquie@thegroundedheart.comJacquie's book---If you'd like to support The Trauma Therapist Podcast and the work I do you can do that here with a monthly donation of $5, $7, or $10: Donate to The Trauma Therapist Podcast.Click here to join my email list and receive podcast updates and other news.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-trauma-therapist--5739761/support.

Dr Pat Ogden is the creator of the Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Method, a pioneer in somatic psychology, an author, international lecturer and one of the leading voices revolutionising our approach to healing trauma. Her books include “Trauma and the Body”, “Sensorimotor Psychotherapy”, and “The Pocket Guide to Sensorimotor Psychotherapy in Context”, which advocates for an anti-racist perspective in psychotherapy practice. In this conversation, you'll learn: — What sensorimotor psychotherapy is, how it was developed and the foundational principles it is built upon. — Why the body is “a manifestation of the unconscious”, how each of our bodies tell a story and how to tune in to the story that your body might be telling you. — How relational misattunements in early life are stored somatically, and how the developing self is defined both by who our caregivers perceive us to be, and also who they deny us to be — The role our sociocultural context plays in our mental health and wellbeing. — The importance of taking an experiential approach to your therapeutic education. And more. You can learn more about Dr Ogden's work at: www.sensorimotorpsychotherapy.org. --- Pat Ogden, PhD, is a pioneer in somatic psychology, the creator of the Sensorimotor Psychotherapy method, and founder of the Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Institute.  Dr. Ogden is trained in a wide variety of somatic and psychotherapeutic approaches, and has over 45 years of experience working with individuals and groups.  She is co-founder of the Hakomi Institute, past faculty of Naropa University (1985-2005), a clinician, consultant, and sought after international lecturer. Dr. Ogden is the first author of two groundbreaking books in somatic psychology: Trauma and the Body: A Sensorimotor Approach to Psychotherapy  and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy: Interventions for Trauma and Attachment (2015) both published in the Interpersonal Neurobiology Series of W. W. Norton. Her third book in this series, The Pocket Guide to Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, published in 2021, and she is working on Sensorimotor Psychotherapy for Children, Adolescents and Families with Dr. Bonnie Goldstein. Her current interests include groups, couples, children, adolescents, and families; complex trauma; Embedded Relational Mindfulness; implicit bias, intersectionality and culture; the relational nature of shame; presence, consciousness, and the philosophical/spiritual principles that underlie Sensorimotor Psychotherapy. --- Interview Link: — The Pocket Guide to Sensorimotor Psychotherapy in Context: https://amzn.to/3yHyYnq 3 Books Dr Ogden Recommends Every Therapist Should Read: — The Pocket Guide to Sensorimotor Psychotherapy in Context - https://amzn.to/3EES0xB — The Body Keeps the Score - https://amzn.to/3GHsUkn — Sensorimotor Psychotherapy: Interventions for Trauma and Attachment - https://amzn.to/3guqET7

Learn more about Kristen here!   Clear Path Counseling and Wellness: https://www.clearpathmadison.com/   Mental Edge Racing: https://www.mentaledgeracing.com/   Kristen Radtke is a Licensed Professional Counselor, High Performance Coach, and competitive triathlete dedicated to holistic, body-centered psychotherapy and high performance for sport, work, and life. Kristen owns and directs two practices in Madison, Wisconsin: Clear Path Counseling and Wellness and Mental Edge Racing. In both practices, she focuses on helping people optimize their mind-body connection to promote healing and personal change. As a therapist at Clear Path, Kristen specializes in treating trauma, attachment disturbance, mood disorders, and relationship dynamic issues. In her work with endurance sport athletes at Mental Edge Racing, Kristen trains individuals, groups, and teams in psychophysical techniques to optimize performance. In both her clinical practice and her athletic coaching, Kristen frequently employs meditation and mindfulness techniques to help clients accept and skillfully work with whatever arises in their minds, bodies, and lives.   Trained in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Internal Family Systems Therapy, Zen Meditation, and Athletic Performance Enhancement, Kristen's passion lies in helping people develop insight into the complex interplay of their psychological, emotional, and physical systems. Kristen believes the development of embodied insight to be a crucial aspect of any discipline or craft.   Both Clear Path Counseling and Wellness and Mental Edge Racing frequently host workshops, training clinics and retreats in the United States and Europe.    In addition to private sessions for individuals, couples and families, Kristen offers therapeutic movement classes, group psychotherapy, and meditation retreats. She works with public and private organizations, community agencies, colleges, and universities to deliver customized wellness programs, and seminars. As a consultant for mental health providers, Kristen conducts supervision, intake evaluation research, level of care assessments, and program efficacy research. 

On my last podcast episode, Heidi Andersen and I had a fantastic discussion about embodiment and how vital it is to be in your body in order to heal your relationship with it.  (If you didn't listen to it yet, check it out here!)   After Heidi and I recorded that episode, I told her she had an open invitation to come back onto the show and expand on anything that we had just discussed. This invitation turned into the idea of her walking me through some embodiment exercises on the show that you could do as well. We immediately scheduled another recording and voila!  This week's episode was done! Just a reminder about Heidi and why she's the perfect person to be talking about this topic.  Heidi is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor, Certified Body Trust® Specialist, Certified Safe and Sound Protocol Provider, Registered Yoga Teacher and Embodiment Specialist. She currently supports clients with Reclaiming Beauty, an outpatient group practice of body-centered psychotherapists specializing in weight inclusive treatment for the intersection of trauma, attachment wounds, and eating disorders through a body liberation lens and somatic approach. Heidi believes embodiment heals and combines her studies of Somatic Internal Family Systems, Embodied Recovery for Eating Disorders, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy and the Center for Body Trust® in her support of her clients. She is also the author of the Reclaiming Beauty Journal and Wisdom Deck, a resource created to support women in building a self-compassionate relationship with their body. As we discussed in last week's episode, Heidi defines embodiment as:   The ability to land safely in our body in the present moment, just how we are. For many of us, this takes some practice, patience, and guidance.  And this is where Heidi comes in.  When we discussed this episode, Heidi told me that she had a "million" embodiment exercises.  In the interest of time, she chose to do three. We start the episode with talking about why it's so important to work toward embodiment.  Some of the many reasons for this are: Noticing how your body can be a resource (this might be news to your parts!) Learning how your body can help you regulate your nervous system Helping to shift the "violent" thoughts we tend to send toward our bodies  Feeling comfortable with no longer avoiding your body Heidi then walks me through three different exercises, checking in with my parts as we go along.  It was an insightful experience for me, and I know it will be for you too! Again, connecting with your body is a necessary part of healing your relationship with it, and I hope that these exercises help you to either begin that journey or further the work you're already doing.  Take a listen!

Rivky sits down with Mindy Blumenfeld, LCSW, a therapist and writer,  to discuss her newest book based on her experiences having a son in the hospital with brain cancer. She shares why she loves hospitals, why it was important to her not to keep her son's illness a secret, and why it's improtant to say brain tumor explicitly. Mindy Blumenfeld, a trauma therapist, is a licensed clinical social worker in private practice. She is certified in EMDR, Somatic Experiencing as well as trained in IFS and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy. She works through a lens of attachment and how early experiences impact human development. Her other passions are speaking and writing, using both to educate her audiences about therapy, meaningful living, and relationships. She is a columnist for Binah Magazine and author of Therapy Shmerapy and her new children's picture book, Hillel and the Paper Menschies. She also loves rollerblading, yoga, and her grandchildren (yeah, she's that old). To contact her for speaking engagements, workshops, or just to say hi, visit her website at www.mindyblumenfeld.com. Click here to order Hillel and the Paper Menschies on Amazon Click here to see the Impact Fashion collection of dresses. Click here to get an Impact Fashion Gift Card Click here to get the Am Yisrael Chai crewneck. Click here to join the Impact Fashion Whatsapp Status Click here to take a short survey about this podcast and get a 10% off coupon code as my thanks

Our guest today is Kim Bevans LMHC, BC-DMT; Kim is a licensed mental health counselor and a board certified dance movement therapist. She is also an EMDR trained therapist that has been in private practice for over 10 years. Kim enjoys integrating somatic and embodied work into individual, couples, and group counseling. In this episode, Kim not only talks us through the basics, she also shares ideas about getting started with the process of using somatics in session, and does a live demonstration in this episode. Resources:Kim's latest freebie: kimbevans.comThe American Dance Therapy Association  https://www.adta.org/ADTA video on Dance/Movement Therapy and Anxiety  Dance/Movement Therapy and AnxietyADTA video on Kinesthetic Empathy The Keystone of Dance/Movement Therapy Kinesthetic Empathy: The Keystone of Dance/Movement TherapyHakomi Institute https://hakomiinstitute.com/Sensorimotor Psychotherapy https://sensorimotorpsychotherapy.org/about/#missionSomatic Experiencing https://www.somaticexperiencing.com/somatic-experiencingAmber Gray, polyvagal informed movement therapies: https://ambergray.com/Connect with the Beachfront Therapist: Get all of our latest news, be the first to know about new episodes and events, and stay connected through Instagram and Facebook. Also, checkout our free, interactive clinician community and our Facebook group for all things EMDR.

Welcome to another episode! Today we're speaking with Maureen Clancy, a licensed clinical social worker and group practice owner who specializes in working with women, queer, and nonbinary individuals who have suffered childhood trauma.  Maureen shares how alternative healing modalities can support both your patients and clients and your business.  Challenging Conventional Therapy: Encouragement for therapists to question their hesitations about alternative healing methods. The impact of institutional pressures, white supremacy, and licensing board concerns on therapeutic practices. Licensing and Insurance Constraints: How these factors influence therapists' approach to treatment. The importance of ethical and legal considerations in adopting alternative payment methods. Acceptance of Alternative Healing Modalities: Discussion around the lack of mainstream acceptance for practices like mindfulness and Reiki. The role of informed consent when integrating these practices into therapy. Therapists' Resistance vs. Client Demand: Recognizing the conflict between clinicians' concerns over licensure and clients' preferences for integrative approaches. Building trust through the inclusion of alternative healing methods. Integrating Services for Practice Growth: Sharing positive experiences and insights on combining therapy with services like Reiki. Suggestions for therapists to package alternative healing with traditional therapy for revenue enhancement. Non-Linear Healing and Comprehensive Packages: Considering the non-linear nature of healing, especially for trauma survivors. Healing and the LGBTQ Community: Acknowledging the growing support for the LGBTQ community in the US. The belief that individuals who have healed can better support others in their healing journey. Remember to subscribe and tune in for more discussions on the intersection of traditional and alternative healing in the world of therapy. Maureen's Bio: Maureen Clancy is a licensed therapist and trauma expert with 20 years of experience, specializing in helping women navigate significant life changes and childhood trauma. She is the creator of the Gate Passages Framework, a structured, bottom-up approach to trauma healing and life transitions. Certified in EMDR and trained in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Internal Family Systems, and AEDP, Maureen integrates Reiki, Tarot, and flower essences into her therapeutic practice for a holistic approach to healing. Find Maureen: Website Facebook Instagram TikTok LinkedIn Connect With Us: Be a Guest on the Show Thriving Practice Community Schedule Strategy Session with Tracy Tracy's LinkedIn Business LinkedIn Page Thriving Practice Community Instagram

On this week's episode, I'm speaking with Certified Body Trust® Specialist Heidi Andersen about the topic of embodiment, something that she sees as vital to the healing of food and body issues.  And in case you're not quite sure how to define embodiment, Heidi describes it as: The ability to land safely in our body in the present moment, just how we are. How lovely is that??  Can you image how your food and body issues would just melt away if you experienced this? Let me back up here for a minute and introduce Heidi to you. Heidi Andersen is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor, Certified Body Trust® Specialist, Certified Safe and Sound Protocol Provider, Registered Yoga Teacher and Embodiment Specialist. During her therapist career, she has worked as a therapist in residential, PHP, IOP and outpatient levels of care with people struggling with eating disorders. Heidi currently supports clients with Reclaiming Beauty, an outpatient group practice of body-centered psychotherapists specializing in weight inclusive treatment for the intersection of trauma, attachment wounds, and eating disorders through a body liberation lens and somatic approach. Heidi also provides consultation, mentorship and consult groups for professionals, as well as trainings, workshops and retreats. Heidi believes embodiment heals and combines her studies of Somatic Internal Family Systems, Embodied Recovery for Eating Disorders, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy and the Center for Body Trust® in her support of her clients. She is also the author of the Reclaiming Beauty Journal and Wisdom Deck, a resource created to support women in building a self-compassionate relationship with their body. As you can see, she really knows what she's talking about! Heidi and I cover a lot of ground in this episode, but the key takeaway is this:   you must heal your relationship with your body in order to heal your relationship with food.  I'll let Heidi say it herself: “You can't really heal what's happening in the body unless you really bring the body to the forefront.” Heidi discusses how previous (and unfortunately current) eating disorder treatment models don't involve the body at all--they're merely focused on the mind.  This makes absolutely no sense, since eating disorders are very often a result of body shame and/or a disconnection from the body.  Therefore, working on being in your body is a giant piece of the work. On this episode, Heidi and I also talk about:  How to talk about size and weight with clients Why anger can help us heal the shame that we've internalized The fact that diet culture is a reflection white supremacy culture, colonization, and racism  How embodiment is the antidote to body image issues Why it's wrong to say that body image is the last part of the process of healing from an eating disorder How to start becoming more embodied We also talk about the three categories of protectors that Heidi tends to see disconnecting us from our bodies.  Those are: Self-Objectifying parts (those who have learned that you're an object, not a subject) Parts who are invested in diet culture as an attachment figure Parts who use disembodiment to avoid pain that the body is carrying related to past trauma As you can see, we covered a lot!  Take a listen! Where to find Heidi: https://www.reclaimingbeauty.com/ Other links we mentioned: Center for Body Trust https://centerforbodytrust.com/   Embodied Recovery for Eating Disorders https://embodiedrecovery.org/   Somatic IFS https://www.embodiedself.net/   IFS Viewpoint on Dieting and Cultural Harm https://ifs-institute.com/resources/articles/ifss-viewpoint-dieting-and-cultural-harm   Diet Culture as an Attachment Figure https://www.reclaimingbeauty.com/blog/satisfaction-may-not-be-your-until-you-break-it-off-with-diet-culture   Killing Us Softly, Then and Now https://youtu.be/MQ3ESVKighs?si=DQP25QWm5Etca2Es   Where to Find Me: drkimdaniels.com Instagram TikTok  

Mindy Blumenfeld, a trauma therapist, is a licensed clinical social worker in private practice. She is certified in EMDR, Somatic Experiencing as well as trained in IFS and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy. She works through a lens of attachment and how early experiences impact human development. Her other passions are speaking and writing, using both to educate her audiences about therapy, meaningful living, and relationships. She is columnist for Binah Magazine and does many teleconferences and motivational speaking. She also loves rollerblading, yoga, and her grandchildren (yeah, she's that old). To contact her for speaking engagements or just to say hi, you can email at mindy.blumenfeld@gmail.com.  www.mindyblumenfeld.com Mindy Blumenfeld on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/mindy-blumenfeld-lcsw-a8067583/ https://www.amazon.com/Hillel-Paper-Menschies-Mindy-Blumenfeld/dp/B0CZPN2CDV/ref=sr_1_1?cridhttps://vimeo.com/marclumerproductions/hillel?share=copy _____________________________________________________________________ Sponsor the JOWMA Podcast! Email digitalcontent@jowma.org Become a JOWMA Member! www.jowma.org  Follow us on Instagram! www.instagram.com/JOWMA_org  Follow us on Twitter! www.twitter.com/JOWMA_med  Follow us on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/JOWMAorg/ Stay up-to-date with JOWMA news! Sign up for the JOWMA newsletter! https://jowma.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=9b4e9beb287874f9dc7f80289&id=ea3ef44644&mc_cid=dfb442d2a7&mc_eid=e9eee6e41e

— Carl Rogers, psychologist wrote in 1959 his view on human nature, that when people are placed in meaningful therapeutic conditions, they will naturally change in a positive direction. Carl Rogers and William Miller (psychologist) have separately shared that this tendency toward reaching your true inner self “it is as natural as a plant's growth upward toward the light when given adequate soil, water, and sunshine. It is as if each person has a natural mature end-state or purpose (Telos, in Greek) toward which he or she will grow given optimal conditions.” They say that the Telos of an acorn is to become an oak tree; to reach its true purpose. Each action we take as humans is directed towards some Telos (i.e. purpose) and real change involves identifying concrete steps needed to attain Telos. Telos has many terms that describes it in philosophy; goal, completion, or fulfillment; this translates into all walks of life. Valeria interviews Marissa Harris — She is a compassionate therapist dedicated to guiding individuals on a transformative journey toward holistic well-being through sensorimotor psychotherapy.  She is a licensed independent clinical social worker, national board certified clinical social work diplomate, certified substance abuse provider, and certified in mindfulness-based relapse prevention, and a mindfulness-based relapse prevention group facilitator. She has specialized training in trauma informed approaches in Level 2 Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Trauma Informed Stabilization Treatment, EMDR, Motivational Interviewing, and Internal Family Systems approaches. She is also trained in the Institute of Functional Medicine where she explores ways to highlight the intricate link between our emotional experiences and bodily responses. She is currently the owner of Telos Health and Wellness Services, a private practice where she offers individual therapy as well as consultation. Throughout her 25 years in the field, she has served as a steadfast advocate and mentor, guiding and empowering a team of dedicated trauma, medical, and forensic professionals. She shares the honor and privilege of supporting individuals navigating life circumstances that have led to symptoms consistent with PTSD or dissociative disorders. Her focus remains centered on the person and understanding the unique challenges someone could face as a result of their experiences or environment. Exploring a holistic approach, she believes in the power of the body to hold and release emotional pain, trauma, and stress. Through gentle exploration and mindfulness, she helps people reconnect with the innate wisdom of their body at a pace that works for the person she is supporting. She feels the body tells a story and she utilizes a way of listening, honoring, and understanding its language. To learn more about Marissa Harris and her work, please visit: https://www.teloshealthandwellnessservices.com

In this enlightening episode, we sit down with Red Beard team member Aleksandra Bazinska, a seasoned therapist from Tucson, Arizona, specializing in Somatic Experiencing, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and developmental trauma therapy. Aleksandra shares her compelling journey from growing up in Poland amidst a community deeply affected by PTSD, to discovering her passion for healing through various somatic practices. She emphasizes the effectiveness of therapies that focus on bodily sensations and movements, drawing from her extensive background in physical therapy, yoga, qigong, and numerous other modalities. Her approach is grounded in the belief that therapy can be both impactful and enjoyable, moving away from the pain-centric narrative often associated with trauma recovery.Throughout the conversation, Aleksandra and Alex delve into the nuances of developmental trauma, differentiating it from shock traumas and highlighting its profound long-term effects on individuals' lives. They explore innovative therapeutic methods that cater to the body's memory and the nervous system's capacity for healing. The discussion illuminates the transformative power of somatic therapies like SensoriMotor Psychotherapy and the DARe (Dynamic Attachment Repatterning Experience) method, underscoring the importance of safety, connection, and the re-education of the nervous system towards positive experiences.For those intrigued by the therapeutic journey and the somatic approaches to healing trauma, this episode is a treasure trove of insights and methodologies that promise a path to recovery filled with compassion, understanding, and newfound strength. Don't miss out on this deep dive into the heart of somatic therapy and the potential for personal transformation.Key Highlights:00:00 Intro01:24 Developmental trauma explained03:17 Origin of Aleksandra's journey04:29 Family's trauma history05:27 Healing through touch06:40 Diverse modalities explored07:12 Transition to somatic therapy10:21 Shift in psychotherapy14:29 Somatic approaches efficacy17:51 Developmental trauma dynamics23:10 Importance of safety27:24 Internal Family Systems benefitsLinks and Resources:  Book an online consultation with Aleksandra: https://www.redbeardsomatictherapy.com/team/aleksandra-bazinska The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der KolkNurturing Resilience by Kathy L. Kain and Stephen J. Terrell

Whilst we are consumed with our trauma, we miss our potential. Listen in as therapist Anneke points us towards hope, the future and healing. Profound and empowering.Here's a bit about Anneke Vinke from her website:" I studied orthopedagogy in Nijmegen, specializing in educational and behavioral problems in young children. I then worked as a scientific researcher at Utrecht University. I received my PhD there in 1999 with a dissertation on adoption. I am a Certified Advanced Practitioner Sensorimotor Psychotherapy ®   and Consultant -internal  for Sensorimotor Psychotherapy ®, trained and certified in the use of the Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics (NMT™️)   Orthopedagogue (NVO), Registered Psychologist and supervisor Child & Youth (NIP) and Body-oriented Working Psychologist (NIP). In addition, I am  included in the government's BIG register as a GZ psychologist and Orthopedagogue Generalist . I am a member of the following trade and professional associations:  NIP , NVO , ESTD , SPIPA-NL .My first real contact with adoption was during my internship in a child psychiatric clinic in the 1980s. After graduating in 1991, I had the opportunity to study adoption scientifically through a PhD research project. This resulted in a dissertation on adoptive parenting and ultimately in Adoption Practice in 2006. In addition to (intercountry) adoption, I am involved in foster care, trauma, attachment and youth protection (including child abuse, diagnostics and risk assessment). A portrait can be found on Project Adopted.In the period after my graduation until the establishment of the Adoption Practice, I explored and carried out the full breadth of youth protection work. I have worked as a care provider, as a researcher, as a teacher/trainer and supervisor (university & HBO), as a behavioral scientist in youth protection (BJZ) and as a senior (policy) advisor/researcher at a commercial consultancy firm (youth care). In 2006 I decided to return to clinical practice and founded Adoption Practice Vinke. More information about education and experience can be found on  Linkedin ."https://www.facebook.com/anneke.vinkehttps://twitter.com/Adoptiepraktijkhttps://www.adoptiepraktijk.nl/wie-ben-ik/

In this episode, Laurel speaks with Karen Helfrich, LCSW-C about healing our relationships with money! Karen walks Laurel through the process of understanding financial wellness through narrative, trauma-informed, and systemic lenses - and addresses how we get to the roots of growing our financial health in sustainable ways, especially for women+.Karen helps women reclaim themselves from self-abandonment and find peace in alignment with self, clear interpersonal boundaries, and effective communication. Trained in somatic psychotherapies, including Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Embodied Recovery, and the Safe and Sound Protocol, she sees our human experience through a lens that starts in the body and weaves its way throughout our emotions, thoughts, beliefs, and habits.Where to find Karen:https://www.avalonhealers.comSign up for Karen's FREE course: https://www.avalonhealers.com/freeclassregistration/Instagram: @avalon_healersGet in touch: https://www.academyimh.comTake a course: learn.academyimh.comSupport the showPlease share your voice with us! We would love to hear from you! Record a voice message here. Send us a comment here.Apply to be a guest on this podcast here. Would you like to share your work with the Conscious Mental Health Community ? We offer both paid and free sponsorship opportunities. To apply click here.

FEATURED GUESTS: Maureen Clancy is a licensed therapist and trauma expert for over 20 years helping women go through enormous life changes who've also experienced childhood trauma. She's the creator of the Gate Passages Framework, a structured, bottom-up approach to healing trauma and going through major life changes. She's certified in EMDR and trained in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy (certification in progress), Internal Family Systems, and AEDP. She combines therapy with Reiki, Tarot, and flower essences. She's a certified NASW clinical supervisor for social workers seeking advanced clinical certification and runs supervision groups for newer therapists looking to gain skills in treating trauma. She's presented on trauma and self-care at Rutgers University Graduate School of Social Work and Limerick Institute of Technology School of Social Care (County Clare, Ireland). She's a certified yoga teacher (200-hour), 20-year meditator, self-taught artist and potter. She is based in the NY metro area. She loves to garden, play pickleball, and feed people.LISTEN & LEARN:  Learn more about two alternative healing methods: Bauch Flower Remedies and Rekki Develop a better understanding of the origins of Rekki How you can use Rekki to self regulate  How these methods can support clients in their healing RESOURCES MENTIONED ON THE SHOW: Connect and learn more about Maureen Clancy at maureen-clancy.com email Maureen Clancy at media@maureen-clancy.com Check out Maureen Clancy's FREE Trauma Class Why You Can't DIY Healing from Trauma Class: Ready to finally get to the root of healing from trauma? Inside the class, you'll learn: How your automatic survival responses keep you from thinking clearly while you're experiencing trauma. Why these automatic survival responses get stuck in your body and keep showing up … even years later. Why regular talk therapy can't help with this. How DIY and doing it yourself will only get you so far. Check out more about Bauch Flower Remedies here  Imagine 2024 being THE YEAR YOU Build the Creative Arts Practice of Your Dreams! Receive all the information and support you need to confidently grow on your journey to becoming the owner of a successful therapist owned business.  -Sign up for the 2024 Mastermind Group with Reina Lombardi here  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reina-lombardi5/support

Ever questioned the quality of care provided to women during childbirth? Part 2 of Leigh's story unfolds the raw realities of childbirth, spotlighting severe tears and their impact on women's lives. Leigh opens up about her experience with an unsupportive healthcare system and wrestling with the aftermath of a third degree tear. We shed light on the dire need for quality repair for women grappling with severe trauma and the significant statistics associated with childbirth-related injuries. We discuss the existing lack of standard care, scrutinize the role of a surgeon's skill or technique, and explore the influence of birth circumstances on the injury outcome and quality of life.Leigh tells her personal story of journeying through sphincter surgery, the risks linked to vaginal delivery, and the higher rates of anal sphincter tears compared to cesarean sections. We touch on the vital importance of giving women the space to navigate their fears, the necessity for better knowledge and support in challenging situations, and the power of advocacy. This episode wraps up by offering valuable resources and providing a safe platform for candid discussions on childbirth complications.This is Part 2 of 2. See below for Leigh's recommended resources. Resources After a Severe Tear or Pelvic Floor Injury:New US Nonprofit forming for support and awareness for severe lacerations: SOLACE - solaceforwomen.org4th degree tear support group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1538075199800995/Severe birth tear support group (3rd & 4th degree tears) on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/birthtearsupportRestore Your Core – postpartum core and pelvic floor recovery program - https://restoreyourcore.com/Dr. Dionysios Veronikis & Dr. Sara Wood, my repair surgeon team based in St. Louis at Mercy Hospital – https://gynecologicsurgery.com/meet-dr-veronikis/Dr. Roger Goldberg, Urogynecologist, website - https://womenspelvicsurgeryspecialists.com/doctors/dr-roger-goldberg/mSource for prevalence of FI after anal sphincter injuries: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0002937820308796 Different types of trauma therapy (body-based):EMDR & EMDR-IA - https://www.emdr.com/Sensorimotor Psychotherapy - https://sensorimotorpsychotherapy.org/Somatic Experiencing - https://traumahealing.org/Lifespan Integration - https://lifespanintegration.com/IFS (Internal Family Systems Therapy) – https://ifs-institute.com/Join our Facebook group community here!To sign up for our newsletter visit our website and blog: www.goldenhourbirthpodcast.comFollow Liz on Instagram here and Natalie hereFollow us on Facebook here.

In this episode, David sits down with Bri Liu, a Licensed Professional Counsellor offering mental health services through the YWCA and her own private practice, with a focus on immigrant trauma, and somatic healing. They discuss Bri's early struggles with her racial identity as a Chinese immigrant in small town Texas, what drew her to become a mental health professional, what she learned working with the unhoused communities in Austin, trauma conscious yoga, practicing unconditional positive regard, and much more! Bri brings wonderful energy and insights to this episode, and its one you won't want to miss! Bri is a Licensed Professional Counselor who is passionate about social justice, providing accessible trauma informed care, and offering people a different lens than the dominant culture to make sense of their experiences. Bri has experience working with folks of all ages and backgrounds, in a variety of settings.She is currently one of the lead therapists at YWCA Greater Austin and also owns a small private practice. Prior to becoming fully licensed, she worked in community mental health, providing services to unhoused individuals with complex physical and mental health needs. She also has experience with working with college students and providing school based counseling services to grade school children and teens. As a daughter of Chinese immigrants herself, Bri is particularly drawn to working with other children of FirstGeneration immigrants and those who identify as BIPOC. She is passionate about working with people who have been most impacted by oppressive systems in the US, examining how individual and collective well-being impact one another, and exploring what liberation for all can look like, all while acknowledging that ancient wisdom and teachings often has the answers we are seeking. Bri has training in various trauma processing and somatic modalities, including Somatic Experiencing, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Body Mind Psychotherapy, and the Trauma Conscious Yoga Method. The heart of her work is people centered, connection focused, and influenced by Relational Cultural Theory and Liberation Psychologies. She is also a Trauma Informed and Inclusive Registered Yoga Teacher and loves to incorporate play, movement, and the body into her work, when possible.  https://www.briliulpc.com/

We're back for Season 3! We start this season off by speaking with body-centered psychotherapist Heidi Andersen about why trauma healing has to happen in the body, not just the mind. Heidi Andersen is the founder of Reclaiming Beauty.  "I believe embodiment heals. I'm here to support you in healing your relationship with food and your body so you can free yourself from destructive thoughts and behaviors and discover the inner peace and freedom you deserve.As a Body-centered psychotherapist, I have 15 years of experience supporting clients in addressing trauma and attachment wounds that have led to a challenging relationship with food and body. I use an integrated approach drawing on my training in Embodied Recovery for Eating Disorders, Internal Family Systems, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Expressive Arts and Yoga. I am thrilled to have completed my certification process as a Certified Body Trust® Specialist."IG: @reclaimingbeautyFollow us on Instagram.Check out our bonus YouTube content.Latchkey Urchins & Friends website.Audio mastering by Josh Collins.Song "One Cloud is Lonely" by Próxima Parada.Cover art by Claire Dierksen.

I am delighted to have the opportunity to talk with Raina Lagrand for this episode.  Raina LaGrand (she/her) is a somatic therapist, yoga teacher, speaker and facilitator specializing in racial identity, trauma, relationships and embodiment. In her practice, Root to Rise Somatics, she primarily helps mixed race adults and interracial couples build relationships where they feel emotionally connected, and she also works with people of all identities when her schedule allows. Outside of clinical work, Raina provides embodiment-based workshops and trainings for companies invested in anti-racism and social justice. Raina lives with her dog on occupied Anishinaabe land (Ypsilanti, Michigan, USA). I hope you will enjoy our coverage of sensorimotor psychotherapy and how it helps us become more aware of our experience, following activation in the body, and becoming more embodied even if we have been through trauma. We talk through how it feels to navigate spaces when we are "outsiders" in a group, not belonging necessarily to a particular group in a way. We need to understand broader context, and how some of our trauma is actually subconsious and and preverbal. Healing these identities and having connections through family or learning aspects of our identity, beyond racial and cultural aspects. What do we value? How do we spend our time? What do we like to do? These all make up aspects of our value.  Sometimes we need to understand how our origin stories play into the become we have become. We also make choices about how we situate ourselves.  We speak about rejection sensitivity and how this plays a part not just in conditions like ADHD. Our mixed identities can sometimes lead to certain types of unknown rejection, and this can make us more sensitive to this process.  We explore the notion of being part of a "mixed" identity and how we need to serve as elders in a way, that this will be something we can created that we didn't have.  Raina explores her "Somatic Skills for Anxiety" class which available for purchase on her website.  To some extent, all of us struggle with interacting in groups. Loneliness is a big part of major health risk, and is at epidemic proportions according the Surgeon General.  Raina shares a practice called "the U turn" when she is working with couples, and things we can implement when we are working in relationship.  She offers a practice toward the end of our conversation to help ground ourselves.  *** Check out Raina's offerings at Root to Rise Somatics.  Her Instagram is also Root to Rise Somatics.  *** Support for this podcast comes from readers of Unleash, Unlearn, and Enliven, from clients, and from listeners like you. To support my work, you can purchase the audio version of my book here.  For more resources, subscribe to my the Somatic Wisdom Substack newsletter, where additional content can be found in essay form. To get in contact or look into being a guest, please message me via LinkedIn. For potential guests, we love it when you listen to at least 2-3 episodes and leave a positive review. It lets us know you've done your homework to see if you are a fit for the show. Many thanks! ;-)  *** Music credit: https://www.melodyloops.com/composers/ihsandincer/ Cover art credit: https://www.natalyakolosowsky.com/ *** SPECIAL OFFER FROM INSTACART: $30 OFF YOUR FIRST ORDER (AND I GET $10 TOWARD MY NEXT ORDER) OFFER CODE: CDELACRUZ12D49 https://www.instacart.com/store *** To show your gratitude for this show, you can make a one-time gift to support Somatic Wisdom with this link. To become a Sustaining Honor Roll contributor to help us keep bringing you conversations and content that support Your Somatic Wisdom please use this link. Thank you! Your generosity is greatly appreciated!

#trauma #neglect #ruthkohn #neurofeedback #talktherapy #neurofeedbacktherapy Psychotherapist Ruth Cohn Joins Author of iMinds Dr Mari Swingle and Pete Jansons on the NeuroNoodle Neurofeedback Podcast to discuss Trauma, neglect and how Neurofeedback and Talk Therapy work best hand in hand Key Moments: 0:00 1:58 Pre Show 2:00 what is a Psychotherapist? 5:35 You don't have to say anything in Neurofeedback if you don't want to 6:23 Neglect Trauma Nothing Happens to me 7:33 How do you speak to absence? 8:00 Infancy neglect 8:50 The way a chold develops sense of self and value 9:29 Blank/Still Face 9:40 Dysregulation/Regulation 13:26 Alan Schore 14:10 Bermuda Triangle emotions resentment grief and guilt 15:30 neurofeedback you don't have to figure it out like talk therapy 16:18 Dilemma without solution 16:58 Freeze response 18:48 Combining Psychotherapy and Neurofeedback 19:00 Bessel Van Der Kolk 23:07 Sebern Fisher 23:44 Need to do both talk therapy and neurofeedback 26:43 what's going on with neurofeedback in your talk therapy? 27:49 FP02 training under right eye 29:45 Right versus left amygdala 32:30 Inion Ridge Protocol 36:40 Stress responses go away with a quiet brain 37:44 Neglect versus trauma? Gender Infant response to blank face? 38:00 Age range where blank face more susce 39:10 Neglect Trauma neglect Inform 40:02 Neglect is Trauma 40:16 Attachment is a survival need 41:40 Silent treatment is most hurtful 42:17 Phone and absent parent 42:40 Botox 46:43 Attachment Shock 47:46 Cerebellum Cradling child 48:13 Boys Girls Blank Faces 52:40 what are the ages to pay attention to when young for neglect 53:50 0-3 Very attached, 3-7 Present emotional learning 7-9 Fine tuning 55:19 Gold standard is to pay attention to kids 305 of time 57:56 Playing Peek A Boo 59:12 Difference in children first born or last born of big family? 1:01:02 Envy Jealousy Large familieshttps://ruthcohnmft.com/ https://ruthcohnmft.com/podcasts/ https://ruthcohnmft.com/blog/https://ruthcohnmft.com/book-working-with-the-developmental-trauma-of-childhood-neglect/ Ruth Cohn is a psychotherapist living and practicing in the San Francisco Bay Area. She has been specializing in work with survivors of trauma and neglect, their intimate partners and families since 1988. She is a Certified Sex Therapist, certified in Neurofeedback, EMDR, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy and Imago Relationship Therapy. Ruth is also the author of numerous articles on sexuality, trauma and neglect and three books: Ruth came of age as a therapist in the early 1980's when the recent Women's Liberation Movement had just brought violence against women and children squarely into the public eye. Particularly sexual violence, a long taboo was finally becoming exposed. Obviously, it has gone in and out of the shadows since then, but that was an important “outing” that rapidly determined the direction of her work as a therapist. Working With the Developmental Trauma of Childhood Neglect: Using Psychotherapy and Attachment Theory Techniques in Clinical Practice Coming Home to Passion: Restoring Loving Sexuality in Couples With Histories of Childhood Trauma and Neglect Out of My Mind: Late Night Contemplations About Trauma and Neglect --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neuronoodle/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neuronoodle/support

Katherine Weed holds a Bachelor's degree from Queen's University and a Master's degree in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University. She's completed a diploma in Transpersonal Counselling Psychology from Clearmind International Institute, as well as training in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, a body-oriented approach to working with symptoms of trauma which reside in the nervous system.Website: https://www.katherineweedtherapy.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamkatweed/This Episode is sponsored by iris Dating. Iris Dating is a revolutionary online dating platform that leverages the power of artificial intelligence to help you find your perfect match. We all know that finding true love is challenging. And a lot of us are sick of constantly swiping with no results. For the first time in history, a dating app exists that uses an algorithm like Netflix, YouTube, and Pandora and it scientifically improves your chances of finding that elusive mutual attraction. Sign up today and start your journey toward finding your ideal match. Use link https://irislnk.com/Claire to get started. Support the Show.https://www.instagram.com/momforgottotellyou/ on Instagramhttps://linktr.ee/momforgottotellyou

Rachel Lewis-Marlow is the director and co-founder of the Embodied Recovery Institute which provides Embodied Recovery for Eating Disorders (ERED) training for eating disorders providers. ERED is a trauma-informed, relationally oriented and somatically integrative approach to eating disorders treatment.   Rachel has extensive experience as a teacher and presenter, focusing on accessing the body's unique capacity to give voice to the subconscious and to lay the foundation for healing and maintaining psychological and physical health. She authored a chapter on the application of ERED and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy to Eating disorders treatment in the recently published book, Trauma-Informed Approaches to Eating Disorders. Rachel is a somatically integrative psychotherapist, dually licensed as a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Massage and Bodywork Therapist, a Certified Advanced Practitioner in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy and has advanced training and 30 + years of experience in diverse somatic therapies. In her private practice, Rachel specializes in working with people recovering from trauma, eating disorders, and dissociative disorders.   In this episode: The power of the body and nervous system regulation Polyvagal theory Embodiment Vera role plays with Rachel And so much more!!   Follow Rachel: Website: https://embodiedrecovery.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/embodiedrecoveryinstitute Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/embodiedrecovery/   The content of our show is educational only. It does not supplement or supersede your healthcare provider's professional relationship and direction. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified mental health providers with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition, substance use disorder, or mental health concern.

Join us for an enlightening and insightful conversation on the podcast as we dive into the realm of instinctual trauma response with Pamela Bonilla, a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor and Certified Instinctual Trauma Response Therapist. With a Masters' of Science in Professional Counseling and a specialization in Child and Adolescent Disorders, Pam brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to help individuals navigate the profound impact of instinctual trauma response.In this thought-provoking interview, Pam Bonilla shares her deep understanding of trauma and its effects on emotional and physical well-being. As a Certified Instinctual Trauma Response Therapist and a practitioner of Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Pam explores the intricate workings of our innate survival mechanisms and how they shape our responses to traumatic experiences.Listeners will gain valuable insights into the fight, flight, freeze, or fawn responses that arise in the face of distressing situations. Pam offers practical strategies rooted in her training as a licensed AutPlay Therapist, which focuses on play therapy for children with autism, and her certification in EMDR for ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder). Additionally, her expertise in the Neurosequential Model of Therapy provides a comprehensive understanding of the neurodevelopmental impact of trauma.Throughout the episode, Pam Bonilla shares compelling real-life stories and case studies, showcasing the transformative power of addressing instinctual trauma response. Her certifications and extensive training in various modalities ensure a compassionate and effective approach to trauma therapy.Whether you are a survivor of trauma, a mental health professional, or simply curious about the complexities of trauma and its treatment, this podcast episode will provide you with profound insights and practical tools. Join us as we unravel the mysteries of instinctual trauma response and embark on a journey of healing with Pamela Bonilla, a highly skilled counselor and advocate for transforming trauma into triumph.Don't miss this captivating interview with Pamela Bonilla, a trailblazer in the field of instinctual trauma response. Tune in to our podcast today and discover the power of healing from within.https://www.compassionateheartcc.com/#home Go check out all of our episodes on our website: https://womeninthearena.net/If you are ready to tell your story or want to refer someone, please email me at audra@womeninthearena.net ***Last thing- I'd love to interview the following women: Joan Jett Dolly Parton Viola Davis Ina Garten Maybe you can help me get there****Thank you all for supporting this show and all of the Women in the Arena!!

Claire Hudson-McAuley is  a mental health registered nurse,  as well as a psychotherapist with credentials in Gestalt and Somatic Psychotherapy,  Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, and a PACT Therapist. Today we catch up with Claire to talk about mental health nursing.  You can find out more about Claire and her work at https://the-growing-heart.com/  Thanks for listening! Support us by becoming a subscriber to The Science of Psychotherapy Academy! Or you can simply buy us a cup of coffee! Please leave a review! (Reviews are fabulously important to us! On your podcast player you should find an option to review at the bottom of the main page for the podcast - after the list of available episodes) - Here's a link for iTunes. And please subscribe to our show!  You can also find our podcast at: The Science of Psychotherapy Podcast Homepage Or check us out on YouTube If you want more great science of Psychotherapy please visit our website thescienceofpsychotherapy.com Grab a copy of our latest book! The Practitioner's Guide to the Science of Psychotherapy

A continuation of last week's amazing episode, join Tanya and Myra today as they talk about the last four phases of EMDR.Myra approaches therapy with great empathy as she journeys with clients in their healing process. Creating a safe environment where trust is built, she journeys with clients as they work at mending pieces back together through psychotherapy and soul level healing. She specializes in treating trauma and believes strongly in the mind, body, soul connection of healing and wholeness. If a client chooses, Myra offers to serve clients from a faith based perspective while meeting each client right where they are at with their individual differences, cultural backgrounds, beliefs and experiences. She works with adolescents, adults and families.Myra received her undergraduate degree from Arizona State University in Family Studies with an emphasis in Child Psychology and then earned her Masters of Professional Counseling at Grand Canyon University. Myra supervises, consults and facilitates training of other clinicians. She is a Certified EMDR therapist and EMDRIA Approved Consultant and offers consultation and supervision for clinicians. She is also trained in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Level 1 & 2, Play Therapy, and Sand Tray Therapy.Myra has a heart for integrative care. Along with her sister, she opened up The Integrative Healing Center of AZ in Gilbert in 2020. The center is a collaborative space for integrative care. In her work with clients Myra has witnessed the physiological impact of trauma and unmanaged stress on the body. The center provides a space for holistic care, if clients choose, with a Family Nurse Practitioner, a Nutritionist, a Massage Therapist and an Esthetician. For more information you can visit www.integrativehealingcenteraz.com.When Myra is not in the office with clients or managing the center, you will likely find her on the ball field with her family cheering on one of her four active children!Contact Myra at myra@healingheartsccaz.comFollow Tanya Here:InstagramFacebookTikTokYouTubeLinkedInTwitter

Myra approaches therapy with great empathy as she journeys with clients in their healing process. Creating a safe environment where trust is built, she journeys with clients as they work at mending pieces back together through psychotherapy and soul level healing. She specializes in treating trauma and believes strongly in the mind, body, soul connection of healing and wholeness. If a client chooses, Myra offers to serve clients from a faith based perspective while meeting each client right where they are at with their individual differences, cultural backgrounds, beliefs and experiences. She works with adolescents, adults and families.Myra received her undergraduate degree from Arizona State University in Family Studies with an emphasis in Child Psychology and then earned her Masters of Professional Counseling at Grand Canyon University. Myra supervises, consults and facilitates training of other clinicians. She is a Certified EMDR therapist and EMDRIA Approved Consultant and offers consultation and supervision for clinicians. She is also trained in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Level 1 & 2, Play Therapy, and Sand Tray Therapy.Myra has a heart for integrative care. Along with her sister, she opened up The Integrative Healing Center of AZ in Gilbert in 2020. The center is a collaborative space for integrative care. In her work with clients Myra has witnessed the physiological impact of trauma and unmanaged stress on the body. The center provides a space for holistic care, if clients choose, with a Family Nurse Practitioner, a Nutritionist, a Massage Therapist and an Esthetician. For more information you can visit www.integrativehealingcenteraz.com.When Myra is not in the office with clients or managing the center, you will likely find her on the ball field with her family cheering on one of her four active children!Contact Myra at myra@healingheartsccaz.comVisit: https://healingheartsccaz.comFollow Tanya Here:InstagramFacebookTikTokYouTubeLinkedInTwitter

Jacquie Compton is joining me for an amazing conversation about intuition through the wisdom of our Bodies. We're talking about Creativity & The BodyTrauma & The Body Feeling into Thinking VS Thinking into FeelingThis is really fun episode with a really beautiful soul. Enjoy!More about Jacquie:Jacquie is an art and somatic-based therapist. She is a Registered Psychotherapist, a Registered Art Therapist and a Certified Advanced Practitioner in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy. Jacquie identifies as a bi-racial black woman. She was born in Toronto but spent her formative years growing up on the island of St. Lucia. Jacquie is an instructor and clinical supervisor at the Toronto Art Therapy Institute and facilitates a course on cultural humility and trauma-informed art therapy. In addition, Jacquie is a published poet, mother, consultant, advocate and speaker. Over the past 15 years, she has been developing a trauma-focused practice that uniquely incorporates art-based, body-based and talk-based therapy. Her approach is deeply rooted in art and creative psychotherapy, somatic therapies and neuroscience. Jacquie works from an anti-oppressive, anti-racist, feminist, trauma-informed approach and specializes in the healing of trauma and how it shows up in one's life. Book: A Body of Wisdom : https://www.thegroundedheart.com/abodyofwisdomCurrent Offerings: Upcoming Offerings Spring 2023: Restorative Acts of Self-Care- A trauma-informed somatic and creative based consultation program for therapists and coaches.: https://www.thegroundedheart.com/restorativeactsofselfcareWebsite: https://www.thegroundedheart.com/ Find Jacquie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacquiecompton/Where to find Alicia: Instagram: @alicia.rose.wood Tik Tok: @alicia.rose.wood Join Hina's Success Circle: CLICK HERE Book a Complimentary Clarity Call: CLICK HERE Audio Editing & Music provided by: Jordan Wood: www.instagram.com/jordan.m.wood

Jan's journey with healing began with chronic physical issues that wouldn't resolve by means of modern medicine. Exploring alternatives led her to discover the connection between psychological stress and physiological issues and inspired her to become a psychotherapist.Beginning her practice in 1993, Jan was also the co-director of a Toronto school of Tai Chi Chuan from 1988 – 2018, where she taught hundreds of bodies how to live and move in a harmonious and integrated way. In 2005, Jan began her studies in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, which offered a way to bring the richness of her somatic experience into the therapy space, leading to her specialty in trauma and dissociative disorders and the creation of WellSpace Trauma Therapy Clinic.Since 2018, Jan has been a Consultant for the Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Institute and the Clinical Director of WellSpace Trauma Therapy Clinic, offering Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Neurofeedback, Neurostimulation and Group Therapy.In This EpisodeWellSpace websiteJan's email---What's new with The Trauma Therapist Project!The Trauma 5: gold nuggets from my 600+ interviewsThe Therapists Teach Workshop: a workshop for therapists who want to create their first online course.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5739761/advertisement

Are you ready to feast on some juicyness. Here's another take on happiness, and some deceptively simple ways to find it within that you may not have thought about. Liz is a wealth of knowledge, the science and the woo.  In this convo, elaborating on happiness you'll discover how to:- Tap into the innate knowing that you have within Choose to do things based on how you want to feel Be happy before you're successful (and what success actually is) Break the cycle of shame Notice societal pressure and it's subconscious effect Be patient - when you know better, you do better Find the things you love to do Feel joy in your body Go to a place in yourself, where can find feel safety “Run faster than your self doubt” Karly NimmoLiz McComish is an Integrated Trauma Healing Practitioner, Somatic Therapist and Yoga Teacher who has additional training in Counselling, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Fascia & Emotions, Somatic Interventions for Chronic Pain & Syndromes.   Liz is well known for her ability to translate complex nervous system science into a practical felt-sense experience, which is attainable by all. Her passion for working with people to help them uncover and harness their deep worth and potential was borne out of her own life struggles. Understanding, first hand, how deeply challenging life can be yet at the same time how eternally phenomenal it is on the other side of healing. Her in-person therapy, online offerings, courses, workshops and retreats are life changing.    Follow Liz Website: https://www.embodime.com.au/  Instagram: @lizmccomish_somatic_therapy   Bounce Out of Bed hosted by Amanda Ewin, Lifestyle Coach.   Follow Amanda: Website: amandaewin.com Instagram: @amandaewin  

Get early access to our latest psychology lectures: http://bit.ly/new-talks5 This session will provide an accessible introduction to this groundbreaking somatic-cognitive approach to PTSD and attachment disturbances treatment. Dr. Ogden will introduce the core principles of Sensorimotor Psychotherapy (SP), and then explore how a sensorimotor ‘lens' can provide practitioners with a deeper sensitivity to issues of marginalization, racial injustice, and oppression. You'll discover how SP can be applied to effectively work with a wide range of issues, including trauma, dissociation, dysregulation, and early attachment injuries. The talk will expand upon the current conception of Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, demonstrating its utility as a truly holistic and contextual form of therapy; one that takes both the whole person and broader socio-cultural considerations into account. --- Dr. Pat Ogden, PhD, is a pioneer in somatic psychology, the creator of the Sensorimotor Psychotherapy method, and the founder of the Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Institute. Dr. Ogden is a clinician, consultant, international lecturer, and the first author of two groundbreaking books in somatic psychology: Trauma and the Body: A Sensorimotor Approach to Psychotherapy and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy: Interventions for Trauma and Attachment (2015). Her third book, The Pocket Guide to Sensorimotor Psychotherapy in Context, advocates for an anti-racist perspective in psychotherapy practice. Her current interests include couple therapy, child and family therapy, social justice, diversity, inclusion, consciousness, and the philosophical/spiritual principles that underlie her work. You can learn more about her work if you go to www.sensorimotorpsychotherapy.org Links: - Get our latest psychology lectures emailed to your inbox: http://bit.ly/new-talks5 - Check out our next event: http://theweekenduniversity.com/events/ - Dr Ogden's website: www.sensorimotorpsychotherapy.org - Dr Ogden's book: https://amzn.to/3PgzmAD --- For the past 10 months, we've been working on our biggest project yet: The Holistic Psychotherapy Summit. This is a free online event which aims to provide mental health professionals with the most essential ideas for practising effective psychotherapy in the coming decade, and, as the name suggests, it will cover mind, brain, body, and spiritual approaches to healing. It features exclusive interviews with 30 of the world's leading clinical psychologists, professors, and psychotherapists giving you insights into their best practices and the frameworks they use with clients. You'll be learning directly from the likes of Stephen Porges, Dan Siegel, Janina Fisher, Paul Gilbert, Pat Ogden, Steven Hayes, Lisa Feldman Barrett, Richard Schwartz, Mick Cooper, and 29 others. The best bit is - it's completely FREE to attend live, and you can register today by going to: bit.ly/pod-summit Hope to see you there!

My guest this episode is Jacquie Compton, an art and somatic-based therapist. Jacquie is a Registered Psychotherapist, a Registered Art Therapist and a Certified Advanced Practitioner in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy. Jacquie is an instructor and clinical supervisor at the Toronto Art Therapy Institute where she facilitates a course on cultural humility and trauma-informed art therapy. In addition, she is a published poet, mother, consultant, and speaker. Over the past 15 years, Jacquie has been developing a trauma-focused practice that uniquely incorporates art-based, body-based and talk-based therapy. Her approach is deeply rooted in art and creative psychotherapy, somatic therapies and neuroscience. In this episode, Jacquie and I discuss the wisdom of intuition; why becoming ourselves takes courage; how she sees grief as the most powerful emotion; the relationship between transformation and grief; and why trying to protect ourselves from it actually keeps us stuck.And of course, we talk about her newly released book of poetry called a Body of Wisdom which I have linked in the show notes for purchase.LinksJacquie's Book of Poetry: A Body of Wisdom Learn more about Jacquie and her offerings at her website: https://www.thegroundedheart.com/Connect with her on Instagram: @jacquiecompton Mentioned in this episode: Love and Rage: The Path of Liberation Through Anger, by Lama Rod Owens

Today my guest is Cristina Mardirossian, the Founder and Director of Pasadena Trauma Therapy, Inc. Cristina is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist as well as a Certified EMDR therapist in Pasadena, CA. She works predominately with adult trauma survivors/Complex PTSD (sexual abuse, emotional abuse, neglect, physical abuse, dissociation, incest, cult survivors, etc). Her main approach in working with trauma truly lies in doing Parts Work using the Internal Family Systems (IFS) lens, however, she also uses the following modalities in her practice: Brainspotting, somatic therapies ( such as Trauma Resiliency Module, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy), and The Havening Techniques. Cristina also offers consultation to therapists and to clients for PTSD/Complex Trauma and Dissociative Disorders/OSDD/DID. She can be found at www.pasadenatraumatherapy.com Instagram: pasadena_trauma_therapy

Dr. Michael Baly is a licensed clinical psychologist practicing in Northern Virginia. His work focuses on helping individuals address the effects of complex trauma, attachment wounds, and ongoing relational stress. He is a Certified Sensorimotor Psychotherapist, and a consultant and trainer in development with the Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Institute. He has particular interests in working with teenagers and emerging adults, new parents, and individuals struggling with compulsive, self-injurious, and addictive behaviors. He is also passionate about integrating Sensorimotor Psychotherapy with alternative disciplines – such as neurofeedback and psychedelic-assisted therapy.Currently, Dr. Baly is a partner and Clinical Director at Ekoe, an integrative practice focused on creating safe, anti-oppressive spaces focused on embodied and collective trauma healing. Previously, Dr. Baly taught at Johns Hopkins University; was a founding partner and Clinical Director of Encore Outpatient Services, an intensive outpatient program treating co-occurring trauma and substance use disorders; and was a supervising psychologist overseeing a postdoctoral training program at the Kennedy Krieger Institute.Dr. Baly currently lives in Washington, DC with his wife, 6-month-old son, dog and cat.In This EpisodeEkoedrbaly@ekoehealing.com---The Trauma Membership is coming. A monthly subscription offering you gold nuggets from 600+ interviews. Get access to each of my 3 online courses. The Master Class Video Series. And a subscription to The Trauma Therapist Newsletter. Learn more here: http://thetraumamembership.com/This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5739761/advertisement

Jacquie is a Registered Psychotherapist In private practice. She is a Registered Art Therapist, a Certified Advanced Practitioner in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, and a trainer in development with the Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Institute. Jacquie is an instructor and clinical supervisor at the Toronto Art Therapy Institute and facilitates a course on cultural humility and trauma-informed art therapy.In addition, Jacquie is a published poet, mother, and speaker. Over the past 15 years, she has developed a trauma-focused practice incorporating art-based, body-based, and talk-based therapy and currently resides in Toronto.In This EpisodeJacquie's websiteJacquie's email: jacquie@thegroundedheart.comJacquie's bookThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5739761/advertisement

Dr. Justine Grosso is a Licensed Psychologist, media contributor, and wellness speaker. She specializes in the intersection of the mind-body connection, trauma, and relationships, in particular helping women overcome people-pleasing and get what they want in their life and relationships. She is passionate about increasing access to cutting-edge research and education on somatic trauma psychology. Justine received her undergraduate degree at Rutgers University and a doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from Baylor University. She has specialized training in women's trauma and mental health from Duke Academic Medical Center and completed multiple years of training in mind- body approaches including Sensorimotor Psychotherapy and MindBody Centering Yoga. Justine has conducted research and presented on topics related to emerging adults and millennials, mind-body approaches for PTSD, yoga for transforming trauma, and predictors of psychological resilience at universities, conferences, and academic journals across the U.S. She is the creator of @heydrjustine and has been featured in dozens of publications including Vogue, Newsweek, MindBodyGreen, Bustle, and Elle. Sign up below for early bird pricing for the online course "Self-Soothing Insecure Attachment Styles & Rewiring the Anxious-Avoidant Dance in Dating/Relationships". https://mailchi.mp/ea22e3067a9e/attachment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Peg Hurley Dawson, Ph.D., LMHC, CSTS, RSP is certified in Sex therapy, IFS, EMDR, Clinical Hypnosis, trained in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Relational Life Therapy, Sandtray, Sandplay, Polyvagal Theory, is a Sex Therapy Supervisor and Registered Sandplay Practitioner. She specializes in treating individuals, couples, LGBTQ, Out of Control Sexual Behavior/"sex addiction", complex trauma, PTSD, sex and relationship issues, and gender identity.  Working with adults she utilizes Deepening IFS using Sandtray with Miniatures to help them heal through visual representations of their parts. While utilizing and combining techniques from many psychological modalities and working with Sandtray and Miniatures for over 15 years she has helped clients with a variety of health care issues which she deals with in an informed and compassionate way. Peg offers an unique multifaceted approach to help her clients.  www.peghurleydawson.com www.ifssandtray.com www.integratedsandtherapy.com  

Join Jessica Warpula Schultz, LMFT, and Kristen Radtke, LPC, as they discuss society's obsession with high performers and why we can't stop watching them.  They explore the choices people make to reach this level of success and the potential loneliness felt on top.  Kristen asks her clients, and the listener, "When you're on your deathbed, looking back, will you be happy that you cranked the dial on performance? Or will it involve so much sacrifice that you're going to be in a lot of emotional pain?" Kristen believes the development of embodied insight to be a crucial step in the process of self-transformation.  "I want to liberate people to be able to crank that dial up if they want to and crank it down, if they want to, according to their stage of life and circumstances...my goal is always to help people move in the direction that is most authentic to their inner majority, with a full understanding that that can change over time."Kristen trains individuals, groups, and teams in psychophysical techniques to optimize performance. In both her clinical practice and in her athletic coaching, Kristen frequently employs meditation and mindfulness techniques to help clients accept and skillfully work with whatever arises in their minds, bodies, and lives.Continue LearningKristen Radtke, LPCClear Path Counseling & WellnessMental Edge Racing Produced by Jessica Warpula SchultzMusic by Jason A. SchultzInsight Counseling and Wellness, LLC

The world doesn't seem to be letting up in the level of craziness we're all experiencing. In the spirit of providing at least a tiny bit of relief and hope this week I'm republishing this series I did with these amazing guests on the topic of “Managing in The Midst of The Pandemic.We continue the series, Managing in The Midst of The Current Outbreak, with none other than Pat Ogden, PhD, a pioneer in somatic psychology and both Founder and Education Director of Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Institute®, an internationally recognized school specializing in somatic–cognitive approaches for the treatment of posttraumatic stress disorder and attachment disturbances.In this interview Pat shares her thoughts on how this pandemic, and the trauma associated with it, is impacting us not only on an individual level, but on a global scale, as well. She shares her thoughts 0n the importance of recognizing our body's responses and reactions as a means of regulating our nervous system, when we find ourselves in the center of anxiety.First, a huge-thank you to my sponsors for making this podcast happen:CPTSD FoundationCPTSD Foundation provides live, daily, peer-led, interactive group calls, in a safe atmosphere for survivors of complex trauma, equipping them with skills and information they can use every single day in their healing journey.Receive 50% off the first month when you join at: http://bit.ly/2MEbBqcSensorimotor Psychotherapy InstituteDo you struggle to help numb, disconnected clients who can't feel emotion or explore inner experience?Learn a comprehensive approach to conceptualize your clients' concerns. Sensorimotor Psychotherapy uniquely includes the body in therapy as both a source of information and target for intervention…because words are not enough.Go beyond theories and gain practical ways to open a new dimension for effective therapy.Visit Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Institute online at sensorimotor.org todayPat  is co-founder of the Hakomi Institute, a clinician, consultant, international lecturer and trainer, and first author of Trauma and the Body: A Sensorimotor Approach to Psychotherapy.  Her second book, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy: Interventions for Trauma and Attachment (2015) is a practical guide to integrate Sensorimotor Psychotherapy® into the treatment of trauma and attachment issues.  Dr. Ogden is currently developing Sensorimotor Psychotherapy® for children, adolescents and families with colleagues.In This EpisodeSensorimotor PsychotherapySPI COVID resource pageDeb Dana, LCSWThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5739761/advertisement

The world doesn't seem to be letting up in the level of craziness we're all experiencing. In the spirit of providing at least a tiny bit of relief and hope this week I'm republishing this series I did with these amazing guests on the topic of “Managing in The Midst of The Pandemic.Cathy Malchiodi, PhD, LPAT, LPCC, ATR-BC, REAT is a leading international expert, writer, and educator in the fields of art therapy, expressive arts therapy, trauma and arts in healthcare.In this interview Cathy brings to our current situation of shelter-in-place and quarantine, a breath of fresh air in the form of authenticity and the suggestion that this experience has presented us with the fact that this is an opportunity for us to learn of different ways to cope.A giant thank-you to my sponsors:Sensorimotor Psychotherapy InstituteDo you struggle to help numb, disconnected clients who can't feel emotion or explore inner experience?/Learn a comprehensive approach to conceptualize your clients' concerns. Sensorimotor Psychotherapy uniquely includes the body in therapy as both a source of information and target for intervention…because words are not enough./Go beyond theories and gain practical ways to open a new dimension for effective therapy.Visit Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Institute online today at: http://sensorimotor.orgCPTSD Foundation CPTSD Foundation provides live, daily, peer-led, interactive group calls, in a safe atmosphere for survivors of complex trauma, equipping them with skills and information they can use every single day in their healing journey.Receive 50% off the first month when you join at: https://cptsdfoundation.org/traumatherapistpodcast/Cathy is a psychologist, a Board Certified and Licensed Professional Art Therapist, Registered Expressive Arts Therapist, and Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, and has had over 30 years of experience and education in trauma intervention and disaster relief and integrative approaches to health.She is the founder, director and lead faculty member of the Trauma-Informed Practices and Expressive Arts Therapy Institute, and her most recent book is titled, Trauma and Expressive Arts Therapy: Brain, Body, and Imagination in the Healing Process.In This EpisodeCathy's WebsiteCathy on YoutubeThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5739761/advertisement

Christine Forner (B.A., B.S.W., M.S.W., Registered Social Worker) Began her career early starting as a volunteer at the age of 16 at a crisis line for Teens. She has worked at The Calgary Sexual Assault Centre, Wheatland Crisis Shelter for survivors of domestic violence and in 1998 Christine started her clinical experience at The Calgary Women's Health Collective.Since 2011, Christine has worked in her own private practice which specializes in complex trauma and dissociative disorders. She has over twenty years experience working with individuals with Trauma, Post Traumatic Stress Disorders, Traumatic Dissociation, Developmental Trauma and Dissociative Disorders, with specialized training in EMDR, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Psychotherapeutic Meditation techniques, Neurofeedback and Havening.Christine is the current clinical supervisor at Waypoints Sexual Assault Centre in Fort McMurry, Alberta and teaches locally and at an international level on the issue of dissociation, complex trauma, and the intersection of dissociation and mindfulness.Christine was the treasurer of the International Society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation (2011-2012) and was the President of the ISSTD in 2019.As well as being a board member she is also a member of the Conference Committee and for the International Society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation. Christine has spent the last 15 years working on methods of meditation that are affective for persons who have Complex Posttraumatic Disorder and Dissociative Disorders. She is the author of Dissociation, Mindfulness and Creative Meditations: Trauma informed practices to facilitate growth (Routledge, 2017).In This EpisodeChristine's WebsiteDissociation, Mindfulness, and Creative MeditationsContact Dr. LeslieThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5739761/advertisement

The world doesn't seem to be letting up in the level of craziness we're all experiencing. In the spirit of providing at least a tiny bit of relief and hope this week I'm republishing this series I did with these amazing guests on the topic of “Managing in The Midst of The Pandemic.Today, we continue with the series Managing in The Midst of The Outbreak, with Sharon Salzberg, New York Times Best selling author and teacher of Buddhist meditation practices in the West.In 1974, Sharon co-founded the Insight Meditation Society at Barre, Massachusetts with Jack Kornfield and Joseph Goldstein.First a giant thank-you to my sponsors:Sensorimotor Psychotherapy InstituteDo you struggle to help numb, disconnected clients who can't feel emotion or explore inner experience?/Learn a comprehensive approach to conceptualize your clients' concerns. Sensorimotor Psychotherapy uniquely includes the body in therapy as both a source of information and target for intervention…because words are not enough./Go beyond theories and gain practical ways to open a new dimension for effective therapy.Visit Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Institute online today at: http://sensorimotor.orgCPTSD FoundationCPTSD Foundation provides live, daily, peer-led, interactive group calls, in a safe atmosphere for survivors of complex trauma, equipping them with skills and information they can use every single day in their healing journey.Receive 50% off the first month when you join at: https://cptsdfoundation.org/traumatherapistpodcast/Sharon's emphasis is on vipassanā (insight) and mettā (loving-kindness) methods, and she's been leading meditation retreats around the world for over three decades. Her books includeLovingkindness: The Revolutionary Art of Happiness, andReal Happiness: The Power of Meditation: A 28-Day Program.In This EpisodeSharon's WebsiteSharon's booksThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5739761/advertisement

Another amazing guest is joining Lisa Dion for this Lessons from the Playroom episode - Dr. Bonnie Goldstein. As a faculty member at Pat Ogden's Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Institute, she's taken Sensorimotor Psychotherapy and applied it to children* …. Fun story - Bonnie and Lisa had a random (but not random

How do you incorporate embodied healing into eating disorder treatment? Why is it important to have a bottom-up approach for body-to-brain communication in recovery? What is the role of the provider's embodiment in eating disorder recovery? MEET RACHEL LEWIS-MARLOWRachel Lewis-Marlow is a somatically integrative psychotherapist, dually licensed as a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Massage and Bodywork Therapist. She is also a Certified Advanced Practitioner in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy and has advanced training and 30 + years of experience in diverse somatic therapies. Rachel is also the co-founder of the https://embodiedrecovery.org/ (Embodied Recovery Institute), which provides training in a trauma-informed, relationally oriented, and somatically integrative model for eating disorders treatment. Recently, she authored a chapter on the application of Sensorimotor Psychotherapy to eating disorders treatment in the book, https://www.amazon.com/Trauma-Informed-Approaches-Eating-Disorders-Seubert/dp/0826172644/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3TF25XZMWUQKD&keywords=Trauma-Informed+Approaches+to+Eating+Disorders&qid=1647446980&sprefix=%2Caps%2C480&sr=8-1 (Trauma-Informed Approaches to Eating Disorders). Visit the https://embodiedrecovery.org/ (Embodied Recovery Institute) and connect with them on https://www.facebook.com/embodiedrecoveryinstitute (Facebook) and https://www.instagram.com/embodiedrecovery/ (Instagram). IN THIS PODCAST:Reconnecting the mind and body - (06:11) Why somatic approaches help treat eating disorders - (07:10) Embodied recovery for eating disorders - (10:00) The role of the provider's embodiment in eating disorder recovery - (22:15) Reconnecting the mind and body[Stitching is about] how we allow that new felt-sense experience to build cognition, and how do we allow [our minds] to make meaning from that present moment, new somatic experience to build the belief about who we are and what the world is like for us to be in. (Rachel Lewis-Marlow) The concept of stitching is about reconnecting the mind and the body in a bottom-up approach, where someone is encouraged to make sense of an experience through what they feel and what they are presently feeling. This contrasts with the standard top-down approach, where people often rely on their minds to understand what they are experiencing instead of sticking with and feeling the experience itself. This way of stitching, of linking our felt-sense experience to our emotional experience and our cognitive meaning-making [processes], is how we do that. (Rachel Lewis-Marlow)Why somatic approaches help treat eating disordersEmbodied work is a missing piece in many standard treatment plans of eating disorders. It is essential because information about the world travels from the experiences of the body to the mind, and people experience the world as children long before they have the language to decode and organize everything. Those [body-to-mind] foundations are there, and if we do not provide people with experiences to have a new somatic organization through new somatic experiences, then what we're asking people to do is to constantly swim against the foundational current of what their body is telling their brain. (Rachel Lewis-Marlow) Encouraging somatic experiences to reconnect the body-to-brain circuit is what helps people to communicate better with their body and understand what their body needs. Therefore, people will no longer distrust their bodies and work against them, but instead learn to communicate with and trust their physical experiences again, which is a cornerstone to recovering from eating disorders. Embodied recovery for eating disordersIt is a weaving together of many different theoretical and therapeutic maps to help us understand how eating disordered behaviors are an expression of neurological dysregulation, and what is impacting [the] body's capacity to co-regulate … and self-[regulate]. (Rachel Lewis-Marlow) It is a way of...

Linda is an adjunct faculty member in the Social Work Department at the University of Alaska Fairbanks and specializes in trauma-informed care and compassion fatigue resilience skills; She assists internationally renowned psychiatrist and trauma expert, Dr. Bessel van der Kolk, with his private small group psychotherapy workshops aimed at healing attachment trauma. In her work at Fairbanks Memorial Hospital, she is responsible for training clinicians in all departments, including psychology, nursing and medicine. She has a Master of Social Work with an emphasis on the neurobiology of attachment and trauma.Linda has studied Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Brainspotting, Havening, Internal Family Systems, and structural dissociation of the personality. Linda has worked in Fairbanks, AK with those recovering from addiction, trauma, and mental illness. She is passionate about yoga, meditation, and mindfulness and bringing those gifts to her community. In This EpisodeLinda's WebsiteSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-trauma-therapist-podcast-with-guy-macpherson-phd-inspiring-interviews-with-thought-leaders-in-the-field-of-trauma/exclusive-contentThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5739761/advertisement