Polyvagal Theory and the Long-Term Effects of Trauma
Ohio therapist, Amy Stenger-Sullivan, explores the Polyvagal Theory and the long-term effects of trauma in her latest blog.
Turning Toward Our Bodies
Cincinnati therapist, Mimi Richmond, shares her love of music and the importance of moving, and loving, our bodies.
Applied Polyvagal Theory in Therapeutic Yoga: Part Four
Cincinnati therapist, Megan Kopack, shares the relationship between Polyvagal Theory and Therapeutic Yoga in Part 4 of her blog series: Applied Polyvagal Theory in Therapeutic Yoga.
What My Dog is Teaching Me About Trauma
Cincinnati therapist in training, Kimber Andrews, shares what her dog has taught her about trauma and the journey they have shared together.
Mindful Walking
Cincinnati therapist in training, Keri Perdrix, shares some tips for practicing mindfulness while walking in the Springtime.
Spring Resilience: Contemplating the Supportive Power of Plants
Cincinnati therapist, Julie Koloc, explores the inspiring influence of plants.
A Big No Thank You to the Use of “Big T” and “Little T” Trauma
Cincinnati therapist, Amy Stenger-Sullivan, discusses the impact the terms “Big” and “Little” Trauma may have on client interactions.
COVID Grief and Collective Healing
Cincinnati counselor in training, Jen Kroell, reflects on the past three years of the pandemic.
Cincinnati Therapist Explores How Different Perspectives Influence Social Interaction and Mood
Cincinnati therapist Brenda Puckett Explores How Different Perspectives Influence Social Interaction and Mood.
Cincinnati Counselor in Training Shares How He Uses Dialectical Thinking to Bring About Hope and Movement
Cincinnati therapist in training, Brandon Mueller, discusses how he uses dialectical thinking to bring about hope and movement.
Parenting Through the Polyvagal Lens
Cincinnati therapist, Amy Stenger-Sullivan, discusses parenting through the Polyvagal lens.
Cincinnati Therapist Explores Safe Connection for the Holidays and New Year
Cincinnati therapist, Julie Koloc, discusses how she explores safe connections for the holidays and New Year.
Cincinnati Counselor in Training Explores Using Mindfulness to Overcome Imposter Syndrome
Cincinnati counselor in training, Brandon Mueller, discusses how he uses Mindfulness to overcome Imposter Syndrome.
Finding Balance in Therapy with "The Three Gunas": Part Three in the series About Applied Polyvagal Theory in Therapeutic Yoga
Cincinnati therapist, Megan Kopack, discusses how she implements yogic concepts into her practice with clients.
Cincinnati Therapist Finds Comfort in the Winter Months and Other Challenging Times
Cincinnati therapist, Kimber Andrews, discusses ways she finds comfort during the winter months, and other challenging times.
Cincinnati Therapist Explores How to Process Grief Following the Loss of a Loved One
May this blog bring you a measure of comfort, especially as we enter this Autumn Season with the start of the holidays where our sense of loss is often felt more intensely. Please honor your love and your grief by taking care of you day by day, in the moments, surrounding yourself with all that you find supportive.
The Polyvagal and “Everything” Series: Part II, The Beginning
The blog will be a place where I share stories to help explain how this new theory impacts understanding of nervous system functioning and what it looks like in everyday life.
The Polyvagal and “Everything” Series
The blog will be a place where I share stories to help explain how this new theory impacts understanding of nervous system functioning and what it looks like in everyday life.
Ever Wonder Why Dogs are Present in Therapy? Counselor Trainee Shares How Her Therapy Dog and the Polyvagal Theory Help Her Students
As a counselor in schools, I’ve spent years reading about classroom management strategies, interventions and relationship building activities to increase feelings of connectedness and safety in our students in order to help support their availability for learning.
Cincinnati Therapist Explains How Our Nervous System is Constantly Looking for Safety: Part Two in the Series About Applied Polyvagal Theory in Therapeutic Yoga
In my mind, as a therapist and Polyvagal Theory enthusiast, I often compare neuroception to a home security system within our bodies. If our home security system is set and there are no intruders, there is no reason to be alerted, thus, we can feel safe and protected.