Working through trauma can trigger many perceived threats for our clients. They might start to breath rapidly and find it hard to hold still, or perhaps they start to freeze up during the session. So what are some practical ways to calm the nervous system and keep a client grounded – especially when they begin […]
When a Client Is Stuck in the Freeze Response
What triggers the freeze response? We tend to think of traumatic events, but according to Peter Levine, PhD, that’s not always the case. Even a perceived threat can be enough for a client to get stuck in a frozen state. So how can we help clients who are stuck in the freeze response to move […]
Making a Nervous System “Menu” – a Tool for Your Clients
During the pandemic, your clients may be looking for answers to help them manage the uncertainty and stress of our “new normal.” And there’s no shortage of advice out there. The thing is, while some ideas are truly helpful, others may only heighten the discomfort. According to Deb Dana, LCSW, the key is to help […]
A Tool to Help Clients Calm the Nervous System
Uncertainty is hard to live with. And the stress and fear that often accompany it can be demanding . . . . . . especially when it comes to the nervous system. That’s why we reached out to Deb Dana, LCSW to get her perspective on how clients can calm the nervous system when they’re […]
How to Befriend Your Nervous System During Quarantine
How do we stay socially distant yet safely connected? Well, according to Deb Dana there’s no one-size-fits-all answer here . . . and it also depends on the “shape” of your nervous system. In the video below, she’ll share the 3 states of the nervous system and explain a simple exercise your clients can use […]