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Climbing the Autonomic Ladder: A Nervous System Hierarchy
By understanding the autonomic ladder we can gain insight into where we might be stuck in the stress cycle or stuck in our trauma patterns. By gaining understanding we can heal trauma and use these nervous system states to our advantage instead of our detriment.
How Trauma Therapy Can Heal Depression and the Dorsal Vagal State
How can we get out of a state of depression? Is your depression actually your body reacting protectively to a traumatic event? Here are some tips to help you move out of feeling stuck on your own, or with the help of a trauma therapist.
The Impacts of Trauma: Why it’s Important to Heal the Sympathetic Nervous System State
There are so many important reasons to soothe your nervous system. This blog explains the sympathetic nervos system state, and why it’s important to take care of ourselves so we can take care of others.
How to Access the Ventral Vagal Autonomic Nervous System State for Optimal Functioning
By accessing the Ventral Vagal state of functioning, we can protect our health, create more focused and meaningful work, improve our relationships, and improve our immune system and overall health. Learn how to improve your flow state in this blog!
How Spending Time in Nature Bolsters Our Mental Health
How can nature improve our health and mental well-being? Hoe can nature therapy increase our ability to heal past wounds. Find out in the following blog.
How to Handle Stress After a Natural Disaster: Tips for Managing Mental Health
Here are some "Mental Health CPR" tips specifically tailored for dealing with the aftermath of a natural disaster…
Supporting Autistic Family Members and Friends: Practical Tips for Understanding and Empathy
How can you support your autistic family members and friends? Take a look a this blog to learn more.
How Can Trans-Cendence Intl. Support Trans-Identifying Texans?
Information about Trans-Cendence Intl. and how the organization can support Trans-identifying Texans.
Harnessing the Healing Power of Nature: How Nature Boosts Mental Health
How nature can help us heal our minds and spirit.
How do I Know if Someone I Love is Considering Suicide
What are the signs of suicidal ideation in loved ones, and what can we do to help if we are concerned? This article outlines warning signs and steps you can take to get help for a loved one experiencing depression.
Polyvagal Theory For Trauma
Polyvagal Theory offers insights into how our autonomic nervous system responds to stress and trauma, and it provides a foundation for developing coping strategies that promote self-regulation and emotional well-being. Here are some simple coping strategies derived from Polyvagal Theory…
Ways to Self-Regulate When Triggered
Self-regulation techniques can be valuable tools for individuals who have experienced trauma to manage triggers and distressing emotions. Here are some strategies…
Five Ways to Manage Anxiety
Ways I’ve worked through my anxiety lately as I’m feeling over-worked, overwhelmed and tired as a new mom, university professor and therapist
When Anxiety Keeps You Up at Night
When anxiety keeps you up at night, it can be challenging to get the rest you need. Here are some strategies to help manage anxiety and promote better sleep: