Here’s the deal: since when we’re in a trauma response, it’s nearly impossible to accurately describe what we’re feeling, (what’s hurting, what’s just been triggered, etc) Somatic approaches to getting our needs met allow us to get the help we need without struggling to say why. Did you know that in nature, primates cross their […]

Therapy Tips: Sensory and Somatic Self-Soothing

Something we’ve been talking about a lot in sessions is worrying about things before they happen. I feel like this is especially relevant during this season, so I wanted to share a couple thoughts. If I’m going to be really honest, this is something I totally struggle with, and it makes it hard to stay […]

Pre-Worrying: Please Excuse My Great Aunt Sue