When fear overwhelms a client, it can knock the thinking brain offline . . . . . . and with the current pandemic there’s a lot of news that can trigger a fear response. So how can we help clients manage their fear even when the headlines are scary? Jud Brewer, PhD, has several ideas […]
A Tool to Help Clients Calm the Nervous System
Uncertainty is hard to live with. And the stress and fear that often accompany it can be demanding . . . . . . especially when it comes to the nervous system. That’s why we reached out to Deb Dana, LCSW to get her perspective on how clients can calm the nervous system when they’re […]
How to Befriend Your Nervous System During Quarantine
How do we stay socially distant yet safely connected? Well, according to Deb Dana there’s no one-size-fits-all answer here . . . and it also depends on the “shape” of your nervous system. In the video below, she’ll share the 3 states of the nervous system and explain a simple exercise your clients can use […]
Why Do We Sing Together During Quarantine?
Why are we all singing together during quarantine? Whether it’s balcony singing in Italy or Zoom “choirs” on YouTube, group singing has become extremely popular. So why might that be? Well, Bessel van der Kolk, MD has an idea. Have a listen. Click here for full transcript Dr. Vigil-Otero: How can we […]
An IFS Approach to Fear and Anxiety During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Worry, fear, anxiety. If we’re honest, they’re feelings that most of us would rather not experience. But right now, a lot of clients are finding them hard to avoid. So what’s one strategy to help clients face these difficult emotions in a healthy and self-compassionate way? Richard Schwartz, PhD, founder of Internal Family Systems (IFS), […]