Rooted Musing Newsletter

Alison believes that Somatic Experiencing and healing through the lens of the nervous system relies on the rhythm of the therapeutic connection between client and therapist, just as it relies on the connection between self and the nervous system. She is there to be present with you as you unlock stress stuck in your system, and lead you to a more rhythmic way of being.

Keri approaches therapy through the lens of polyvagal theory and attachment-based neuroscience. In addition to her work with individuals, she supports couples, parents, and families in healing relationships impacted by disconnection, conflict, or long-standing patterns of hurt.

Anger is often the messenger, not the root issue. It can be a mask for fear, sadness, or shame. When children (or adults) haven’t developed the tools to recognize and express those more vulnerable emotions, anger steps in as a protector.

Kara is committed to walking with you on your unique journey, no two are the same and that’s what makes it so exciting!

If you feel your system is confusing the bear with a dropped bowl of cheerios, or you want to try to prevent that confusion from happening, try some small moments of metabolization and release.

Given the increased need for mental health support in all areas of our lives, Rooted Compassion Counseling and Consulting has stepped forward to support businesses and employees in healing and growth. Each human deserves to have a meaningful and fulfilling purpose to live and fulfill. Businesses only benefit from partnering with employees to accomplish shared goals.

ART combines various techniques, drawing from methods such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), psychodynamic therapy, gestalt therapy, and guided visualization. The aim of ART is to help individuals reframe traumatic experiences, reduce emotional intensity, and ultimately find empowerment and peace.

With a background in holistic health and wellness coaching, Nicole looks at each situation with the understanding that the mental, physical, and emotional are interconnected.

Cincinnati Therapist, Keri Perdrix, LPC discusses how the holidays are joyful but can overwhelm kids. Big gatherings and routine changes often lead to sensory overload, making it hard for little ones to stay calm. In this post, we’ll explore how their nervous systems react, why quiet withdrawal often leads to wild energy, and simple ways to help them stay balanced. With these tips, you can create a magical, manageable holiday for everyone.

For those of you who have lost a beloved pet, their loss brings immense grief and intense pain and sorrow. Know that I recognize and hold you and your loved one’s special and irreplaceable bond in my heart. In this blog, I want to share with you all an exercise that has helped me to actively celebrate his life and tap into a powerful source of ventral vagal energy.

Cincinnati Therapist, Keri Perdrix Discusses 'Finding yourself' is actually returning to yourself. An unlearning, an excavation, a remembering who you were before the world got its hands on you.”

Cincinnati Therapist, Nicole Kreutzer, LPC, Discusses Dancing to the Rhythm of Relationships: Syncing Through Polyvagal and Emotion-Focused Therapy

Cincinnati counselor in training, Kimber Andrews, explores why finding self-compassion is difficult for many, and describes her own journey through finding and learning self-compassion.

Cincinnati therapist, Keri Perdrix, explores the importance of providing a safe and nurturing therapy space for clients.

Julie and Amy explore transitions and share memories, as Julie moves on from Rooted Compassion and begins a new adventure.

Cincinnati therapist, Brenda Puckett, LPC, explores how to explore natural beauty while calming the nervous system.

Cincinnati Counselor in Training, Brandon Mueller, discusses the importance of intentional distraction for self-regulation while relating to DBT practices.

Ohio therapist, Amy Stenger-Sullivan, explores the Polyvagal Theory and the long-term effects of trauma in her latest blog.

Cincinnati therapist, Mimi Richmond, shares her love of music and the importance of moving, and loving, our bodies.

Cincinnati therapist in training, Kimber Andrews, shares what her dog has taught her about trauma and the journey they have shared together.

Cincinnati therapist in training, Keri Perdrix, shares some tips for practicing mindfulness while walking in the Springtime.

Cincinnati therapist, Julie Koloc, explores the inspiring influence of plants.

Cincinnati therapist, Amy Stenger-Sullivan, discusses the impact the terms “Big” and “Little” Trauma may have on client interactions.

Cincinnati therapist Brenda Puckett Explores How Different Perspectives Influence Social Interaction and Mood.

Cincinnati therapist in training, Brandon Mueller, discusses how he uses dialectical thinking to bring about hope and movement.

Cincinnati therapist, Amy Stenger-Sullivan, discusses parenting through the Polyvagal lens.

Cincinnati counselor in training, Brandon Mueller, discusses how he uses Mindfulness to overcome Imposter Syndrome.

Brenda explores how to process grief after the loss of a loved one in this personal, touching, blog.

Amy continues to create a space where she shares stories to help explain how this new theory impacts understanding of nervous system functioning and what it looks like in everyday life.

Amy creates a space where she shares stories to help explain how this theory impacts our understanding of nervous system functioning and what it looks like in everyday life.

Mimi navigates the up’s and down’s of life and ways to process feeling “stuck”, while introducing the development of mental health “sea legs”.

Julie explores ways to balance our inner and outer reach for safety.

Learning how to let go in yoga, therapy, and in life. Kimber discusses how relaxing your nervous system will reap major mental health benefits.

Pausing is so powerful and might be one of the most under-used practices in our world today. May you be encouraged to incorporate the power of the pause into your regular rhythms.

Read about Applied Polyvagal Theory in Therapeutic Yoga and how it may be able to help you and your mental health.

Julie dives into how we can embrace difficult times by attending to our nervous system and how to do that.

Read how one of our staff members has learned from working with professional counselors.

Read all about how your nervous system, the principles of the Polyvagal Theory and how being aware of both can help you in your daily life.

Eric Stone, LPCC LCDC III, explored five ways to improve the way we take care of ourselves, especially when it comes to our mental health in our latest blog post. Read more about it in this edition of our newsletter.

Understanding your grief and the process of grieving can help to provide a sense of peace while in some of your darkest moments.

The excitement and fanfare surrounding this nerve has been BIG lately and we get it. Read the newsletter to find out more about the vagus nerve and how it affects you.

Announcing that we now offer the Safe and Sound Protocol along with mental health therapy.

The idea that therapy is only for the weak-minded or mentally ill person could not be farther from the truth.

The story behind the name.

We reflect on the foundation of Rooted Compassion Counseling, The Polyvagal Theory.

We discuss the how and why we connect with others and the importance behind that connection to our overall well-being.

We dive a little deeper into the Safe and Sound Protocol in this edition of Rooted Musings: what it is, how it can help, and how to learn more.

We recognize that the holiday season does not always bring everyone merriment and joy.

Read more about techniques used to walk through grief in this newsletter.

Learn all about Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) in this edition of Rooted Musings.

In this edition of Rooted Musings, we focus on EMDR Therapy and how it can guide those on their own path to mental health healing.

Meet the individuals who make up the Rooted Compassion team and how they can help.

Check out this newsletter outlining the trainings Amy offered this past fall and stay tuned for more information on future trainings!

Read all about Rooted Compassion Counseling and what we are all about. This edition of Rooted Musings also paints a picture of what to expect from our newsletter.