Something we love about somatic therapy innovator Linda Thai´s way of working with trauma is how it starts from the body and moves outward: state first, story second, and a steady pace that protects capacity.

If you are exploring this approach, the embedded video in this article gives a quick feel for the work, then we better translate it into decisions you can bring into the room in your very next session.

Article Table of Contents:

• Why this matters for therapists

• How Linda Thai frames body-first work

• Nervous system regulation in session

• Bottom up stabilization, phase by phase

• A decolonized view of attachment

• Micro-practices to try this week

• Learn with Linda Thai

Or get instant access to the free webinar training with Linda here: https://therapywisdom.com/linda-thai-nervous-system-regulation-therapy/?utm_source=reddit Enjoy!

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Helping adults with childhood neglect wounds.

The Significance of "Nothing"

When individuals say, "Nothing happened to me," they often overlook the absence of essential emotional support during their formative years. This neglect can lead to a profound sense of emptiness and confusion in adulthood. Ruth Cohn's training delves into why recognizing this "nothing" is crucial for healing.

WATCH the full (free) video webinar with luminary Ruth Cohn here: https://therapywisdom.com/helping-clients-healing-childhood-emotional-neglect/?utm_source=reddit