TRAUMA INTERVENTIONS

SENSORIMOTOR PSYCHOTHERAPY

Sensorimotor Psychotherapy (SP) uses the body as a powerful source of information to guide resourcing and the accessing and processing of challenging, traumatic and developmental experiences.  The SP approach includes somatic, emotional, and cognitive processing and integration.

For more information please visit: sensorimotorpsychotherapy.org

EYE MOVEMENT DESENSITIZATION AND REPROCESSING (EMDR)

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy is an evidence based psychotherapy aimed at helping people recover from trauma by focusing on changing the emotions, thoughts and behaviors associated with a distressing situation or event.  This process allows the brain to resume the natural healing processes that are often disrupted after a traumatic event.

For more information please visit: emdria.org

DEEP BRAIN REORIENTING (DBR)

Deep Brain Reorienting (DBR) aims to access the core of the traumatic experience in a way which tracks the original physiological sequence in the brainstem, the part of the brain which is rapidly online in situations of danger or attachment disruption.  This intervention can feel safer and more gentle than some other trauma focused interventions as it accessing and processing the shock stored in the body does NOT require memory work or focus on the re-telling of the narrative of the experience. There is a strong focus on accessing the body's innate wisdom in processing and releasing stored shock energy.

For more information please visit: https://deepbrainreorienting.com 

NEUROFEEDBACK

Neurofeedback is a type of training that allows the brain to improve its natural ability to self-regulate.

Using a computer set-up and sensors attached to the head, brainwave activity is measured hundreds of times per section to provide real-time feedback on the brain’s state. As the brain reacts to this stimuli and associated rewards, neural pathways can be created or strengthened. The process is entirely non-invasive. Neurofeedback is also helpful in managing anxiety, depression, ADHD, and sleep issues in addition to trauma symptoms.

For more information, please visit: http://eeger.com

YOGA FOR TRAUMA

Yoga for trauma in the context of psychotherapy is a powerful tool for helping individuals feel safe in their bodies again. By incorporating yoga as an adjunct above treatment interventions, individuals can begin to reconnect with their bodies in a gentle and supportive way. Through mindful movement, breath work, and meditation, yoga can help individuals release stored trauma and tension, allowing for a sense of grounding and safety to be restored. This can be especially beneficial for those who have experienced trauma, as it can help them reclaim a sense of control and empowerment over their bodies and emotions.