Insights & Tools for Healing

Trauma can feel like a shadow, lingering long after the event has passed. It affects how we see ourselves and the world

Death is one of the most human experiences we face—and one of the hardest to talk about. When we hear the word “death,” we often think of losing someone we love: a parent, a child, a spouse, a friend. And yes, that grief can feel all-consuming.

Trauma isn’t just about what happened—it’s about how it felt inside of you. It’s those moments that left you confused, overwhelmed, or...

There isn’t one perfect path to healing. Not for everyone. Not all the time. And when it comes to chronic pain or chronic illness, that truth feels especially important.

We come into the world knowing how to connect. That drive for connection is hardwired into us from the very beginning.

Trauma isn’t just about what happened—it’s about how it felt inside of you. It’s those moments when something hits you too hard or too...

Spirituality is often a quiet, sacred place where deep parts of our story and pain live—where trauma and loss meet hope and transformation. In my work with clients, I frequently sit with the complexity of their unique spiritual journeys, listening to how their stories and wounds shape their relationship with the sacred.

Shame has a special place in my heart. Strange thing to say, I know. But I spent two years training at the Center for Healing Shame—studying it, sitting with it, even learning to befriend it. I’ve come to see how shame touches nearly every area of life, especially our relationships—with ourselves, with others, and with the world.

When a client comes in struggling with anxious thoughts, physical tension, or chronic overwhelm, I let them know right away: we’re going to approach this gently, and together. I’ll offer tools and perspectives, but it’s their system that leads. That means we’ll pay attention to what actually feels helpful—not just what “should” work.

It’s no surprise that many of us struggle to feel truly safe, at ease, or at home in our own bodies. We might feel shame or confusion around our desires—or wonder if we’re even allowed to have any. We might shut down emotionally or physically. We might feel both hungry for intimacy and terrified of it. These are all deeply human responses.

Both PTSD and cPTSD can impact how you think, how you connect with others, how you trust, and how you feel in your body. Healing is possible, but it takes intentional work.

Grief is a deeply personal, often isolating experience. It deserves to be honored—not rushed, dismissed, or explained away.

Somatic exercises offer a unique invitation to listen deeply to our bodies and attune ourselves to the subtle narratives they weave....

I still remember the first time I realized my body was holding onto more than just physical tension.

If you’ve ever felt like your body has a mind of its own, you’re not alone. The Polyvagal Theory helps us understand why we feel that way

Somatic mindfulness involves bringing conscious awareness to the sensations within our bodies, allowing us to connect more deeply

Have you ever felt like you’re carrying the weight of your stress, past experiences, or unspoken emotions in your body?

Somatic tracking is a beautiful way of tuning into our bodies, to notice the sensations that arise and truly connect with them.

Experiencing early trauma can disrupt our ability to cultivate healthy, fulfilling relationships. We might struggle to trust others or...

Whether you realize it or not, you’re likely already familiar with the central tenet of IFS: parts. Ever felt like part of you wanted to...