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[Infographic] How to Differentiate Between the Freeze and Shutdown Trauma Responses

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How to tell the difference between a freeze and shutdown trauma response

The freeze and shutdown responses to trauma can resemble each other . . . . . . but they are very different in terms of what’s happening in your client’s brain, body, and nervous system. And that means they require different grounding strategies as well. In this infographic, we lay out some key cues to […]

[Infographic] Working with Structural Dissociation

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Treating Trauma Structural Dissociation Model Infographic

One challenge of working with trauma is when a patient’s dissociated “parts” are operating independently . . . . . . or worse, they’re at odds with each other. This can be very distressing for the patient (and lead to a dysregulated nervous system). But the Structural Dissociation Model developed by Kathy Steele, MN, CS, […]

How to Keep Relationships Strong While Social Distancing

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What can help clients keep their relationships strong even when they can’t get together with people they care about? Bill O’Hanlon, LMFT has several strategies for fending off loneliness and building relationships during the pandemic. Have a listen.      Click here for full transcript Mr. O’Hanlon: So, how do we connect with people […]

Why Do We Sing Together During Quarantine?

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Why are we all singing together during quarantine? Whether it’s balcony singing in Italy or Zoom “choirs” on YouTube, group singing has become extremely popular. So why might that be? Well, Bessel van der Kolk, MD has an idea. Have a listen.      Click here for full transcript Dr. Vigil-Otero: How can we […]

When the COVID-19 Pandemic Leaves Us Feeling Helpless

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For most patients, the COVID-19 crisis has created a “new normal.” They may be stuck at home, unable to work, or feeling isolated from dear friends and family. This all can leave people feeling helpless. So what can we do to help patients regain a sense of agency during the pandemic? Bessel van der Kolk, […]

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