Transforming Trauma through the Power of Mindfulness and Somatic Healing

Have you heard of fight, flight, freeze, submit, or collapse? These are some of the reactions any human or animal may take in response to fear, real or imagined. So, even if an event took place several years ago when the unprocessed memory comes up for you now, your body reacts like you’re right back in that place again. This could involve having a panic attack, sweating, crying, feeling sick, or other responses.

We’ll practice how to slow down, be present in the moment, and recognize how the body responds in different situations. Guided imagery, breathing techniques, and grounding exercises can help provide a relaxing and calming solution. Somatic refers to the body, and including this in therapy can help reduce anger, tension, and other physical symptoms.

During EMDR processing, it is best to be in the window of tolerance. If there is too much or too little activation in the body, then the process won’t be effective. You’ll learn how to do this in therapy with Robin.