Neuroanatomy

Neuroanatomy Many people trying to heal from trauma are incredibly hard on themselves regarding their suffering. Contrary to popular belief, trauma responses are neither cognitive or emotional responses (we cannot *think* ourselves out of our trauma reactivity). Trauma resides in our bodies*. Our bodies possess a knowingness that alerts us to what is safe and […]

Why Mindfulness?

Why Mindfulness? You probably have heard people talk about the benefits of mindfulness.  What many people don’t realize that mindfulness is much more than a fad or “new age-y” spiritual practice, it is also a key component to healing the symptoms of trauma, and there is LOADS of research in neuroscience to back this up. […]

ANXIETY: Turning towards pain

ANXIETY: Turning towards pain What if the next time you felt anxious, you chose to accept it?  We give a whole lot of energy towards the things we fear.  Research shows that anxiety decreases the more one accepts and increases the less one accepts it.  Sound difficult to “accept” something that causes you distress? Try […]