(Sam Roberts Band) or “something is missing” (how to find the real gold.) The above quote is taken from lyrics of the popular Sam Roberts Band. I hear this idea over and over in my private psychotherapy practice. Is this … Read More
Do you have many strange symptoms that no one knows how to help? do you have night terrors, nightmares, or insomnia? are you always “on guard”? sensitive to light and sound? do you have a hard time making bonds with … Read More
Many people do not realize the huge impact birth trauma has on babies. Most of the time, the baby is sent home with everyone, including the doctor, thinking the baby is healthy physically, and so there is no problem. Being … Read More
“High emotional arousal can also trigger the physical symptoms of anxiety and panic, such as muscle tension, heart palpitation, increased blood pressure, and difficulty breathing; in turn the autonomic dysregulation of the lungs and intestinal function may play in such … Read More
Dr. Peter Levine states: “the (trauma) feedback loop is broken by helping people uncouple fear from immobility” This is done by helping a person safely learn to “contain” his or her powerful sensations, emotions and impulses without becoming overwhelmed. “When … Read More