Trauma doesn’t just live in memories. It lives in nervous systems, in relationship patterns, in how we show up—or shut down—with the people we love. Trauma is passed down generation after generation. More than a personal wound, it becomes culture. Family legacy. Emotional DNA. For anyone with a trauma history, the story that follows may […]
Viruses don’t only affect the immune system, they also interact with the brain and nervous system. Research points to several overlapping mechanisms: • Neuroinflammation: The immune response to infection releases inflammatory signals that can temporarily alter brain circuits involved in mood, motivation, and emotional regulation (Dantzer et al., 2008; Miller et al., 2009). • Stress-system […]
Your nervous system is constantly scanning your environment for cues of safety or threat, and sound is one of the fastest ways it does that. This means the background noises in your home can quietly influence stress levels, mood, and sleep, even when you’re not consciously aware of them. White noise vs. low-frequency noise Not […]
When the Swallows Return on collective trauma, shared narratives, and the healing power of community “When our city was attacked, I fled to the hills with my little boy, and there my second baby was born,” she tells me, eyes like the sea behind her, hair long and blonde like mine. The lines etched into […]
A practical, evidence-based CPD day for counsellors and psychotherapists working with trauma. Explore the neurobiology of trauma and the Window of Tolerance, build a toolkit of safety and stabilisation strategies, from grounding and resourcing to somatic and parts-work approaches, before moving into how to safely support clients in directly processing traumatic material. Includes case studies, […]
When people think about trauma, they often picture major disasters, violent events, or life-threatening situations. While these experiences can certainly be traumatic, trauma is not defined solely by what happened. It is also shaped by how an experience affects a person’s emotional, psychological, and physical well-being. The same event can affect people in very different […]
Why Is It So Hard to Trust Yourself? Have you ever found yourself constantly second-guessing your decisions, asking other people for reassurance, or feeling disconnected from your own needs? You’re not alone. Self-trust isn’t something you’re born with. It’s something that develops when your thoughts, feelings, needs, and experiences are acknowledged and honored. Many people […]
How Christian Counseling Can Bring Back Hope and Change Your World Life can feel overwhelming at times. Whether it’s the weight of personal struggles, broken relationships, grief, or uncertainty about the future, it’s easy to lose sight of hope. In those moments, we often long for guidance that not only addresses our emotional and mental […]
Healing Beyond Words: Integrating Somatic Therapy, EMDR, ACT, and aspects of PRT for Trauma Recovery When it comes to healing from trauma, there’s no one-size-fits-all approach. Our minds and bodies hold onto experiences in unique ways, and the path to recovery often requires more than just talking about what happened. That’s where integrative therapy approaches—like Somatic […]
So, you’ve heard of Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and you’re wondering what the deal is with these two. Am I right? Don’t worry — I’ve been there. I’ve actually been on both sides of the couch with these therapies, so let me break it down for you. The […]
