Somatic therapy is one effective tool that can be a game changer in this unfair war with the annoying chronic anxiety and scary panic attacks
Grounding exercises are powerful strategies you can draw upon to re-orient you to the present, particularly for those times when you are becoming overwhelmed with panic, distressing memories, difficult thoughts and feelings. These techniques may help distract you from what you’re experiencing and refocus on what’s happening in the present moment. Specifically, grounding exercises help you anchor yourself in the here-and-now by using your senses (sight, sound, smell, taste, touch) and/or your co
The impact the hips had on the whole body never occurred to me until I saw the effect of tight hip flexors had on the health and well-being of my wife after she gave birth. We’re not just talking…
Discover how to use myofascial release, pressure point stimulation, and massage and percussive therapy to help loosen and release negative emotions and traumatic memories, which can becomes stored in the hips (and the body more generally) by way of nervous system activation and the stress response.
Anger is my least favorite anxiety symptom, and it's very difficult to try to manage. Here's 5 ways to cope with anxiety and anger issues.
Trauma release exercises (TRE) incorporate stretching techniques to release pent-up stress and trauma stored in muscles that can interfere with automatic nervous system functioning and regulation.1,2,3,4 Trauma survivors and those living with anxiety disorders can benefit from associated reduced tension and physical pain.
Do you have emotional trauma? If you struggle with chronic pain, anxiety, depression, and other issues, take this free emotional trauma test:
If you want to learn how to calm your nervous system, this article will teach you to feel calmer every day with several effective tips!
30 simple yet effective therapeutic activities for children to teach healthy anger management, improve self-control, increase empowerment, and manage fear, anxiety, and depression while also building proper problem-solving skills.
Tackling trauma can be scary, but therapy techniques such as eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), can be highly effective. Myths and misconceptions regarding the dangers of EMDR therapy, as well as potential side effects, may initially deter some from trying this technique, but when provided by a licensed and trained therapist, EMDR is both
Anxiety is a mental and physical reaction to perceived threats. In small doses, anxiety is helpful. It protects us from danger, and focuses our attention...
Release stored trauma in your shoulders with simple techniques and yoga poses to ease your symptoms!
Life, in all its complexity, can often present us with deeply impactful experiences – some that uplift us, and others that leave lasting scars. For many of us, particularly women, it's the harrowing ordeals like
This article goes over instructions for 11 breathing exercises for stress, anxiety and PTSD and includes a printable PDF handout with instructions for 10 breathing exercises all on one page.
This collection of play therapy techniques for autism includes super fun therapy toys and games to help you connect and engage with your child!
The most common reason OCD symptoms get worse is if they are left untreated. Stress and other mental health symptoms, like trauma, anxiety, and themes of perfectionism, can also aggravate OCD.1 Sometimes, symptoms may worsen dramatically and suddenly, but it’s more likely for them to escalate gradually over time. Thankfully, OCD is treatable, often
30 simple yet effective therapeutic activities for children to teach healthy anger management, improve self-control, increase empowerment, and manage fear, anxiety, and depression while also building proper problem-solving skills.
Discover somatic healing exercises and therapy: learn how your body and mind connect to heal trauma with simple exercises you can try at home.
Not familiar with the Somatic Therapy yet? Somatic healing is amazing tool for releasing those pent-up emotions that are stored in your body
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5 school counseling activities using string to focus on growth mindset, anxiety, trauma, coping skills, and impulse control.
Discover the fascinating relationship between trauma, the nervous system, and the psoas as well as the role of the psoas in danger responses.
How do you deal with separation anxiety in babies? Very carefully. Learn these gentle strategies to build confidence and reduce trauma in your infant.
If you want to learn somatic therapy exercises for kids to teach them how to manage stress and build their awareness, this is for you!
30 simple yet effective therapeutic activities for children to teach healthy anger management, improve self-control, increase empowerment, and manage fear, anxiety, and depression while also building proper problem-solving skills.
This collection of play therapy techniques for autism includes super fun therapy toys and games to help you connect and engage with your child!
Discover how to use myofascial release, pressure point stimulation, and massage and percussive therapy to help loosen and release negative emotions and traumatic memories, which can becomes stored in the hips (and the body more generally) by way of nervous system activation and the stress response.
School attendance difficulties are a huge concern that is widely misunderstood, how can we start to change that narrative to help the learner long-term, and ease the stress of everyone involved?
Have difficulty dealing with trauma, anxiety, or demands of life. Learn to recognize your window of tolerance and self-regulate with these simple steps.
There are a lot of things out there that can make your anxiety much worse. Learn about the 10 things you should stop doing if you have anxiety.
Can't face work due to anxiety? Here's how to calm anxiety at work. This post includes the causes of workplace stress and anxiety and 5 tips to teach you how to deal with stress and anxiety at work.
Learn the surprising classroom trauma triggers that me be affecting your students. Plus find out what you can do to avoid them.
Discover how to use myofascial release, pressure point stimulation, and massage and percussive therapy to help loosen and release negative emotions and traumatic memories, which can becomes stored in the hips (and the body more generally) by way of nervous system activation and the stress response.
Self love journey: what self-love is and what self-love isn't, and how to practice self-love... Self-love is a realistic, appreciative opinion of oneself. Self-love is about making space and prioritizing yourself. It allows you to embrace your life completely and wholeheartedly.
Here is a collection of articles I have formatted for printing - like mini books. There are also some one page printable resources (lists or exercises condensed to one page). These downloadable PDFs can be printed out easily on your own printer (no images falling off the pages etc.). Note that the articles on this page have more content than the articles on the site because I know more now so when I'm formatting them I add content and make other improvements.