Rethinking Polyvagal Theory, Part 1: Nuance, Neurodivergence, and Questioning the Western Model
A somatic practitioner's honest, nuanced take on the Polyvagal Theory discourse — including what the standard model misses for neurodivergent folks and why western scientific rigor isn't the whole picture.
Is an SSP Group Right for You? You Might Recognize Yourself in This.
Wondering if an SSP Group is right for you? Here are the themes I hear most often from people who find their way to this work — you might recognize yourself in this.
Should I Do the SSP in a Group or Individually?
Should I do the SSP in a group or individually?" I get this question a lot. Here are 5 signs an SSP group might be a beautiful fit for your nervous system — and 1 sign it might not be.
5 Ways the SSP is Trauma-Informed
When you do the SSP with me, it’s trauma-informed. And that goes beyond a buzzword into tangible actions and practices. So if you’re wondering how LAND is trauma-informed, that’s so valid, and I want you to know these things before you begin. You deserve the kind of trauma-informed care that meets your needs and honors your nervous system and lived experience. Read on to find out a bit more about my approach.
When a coach or healer says they are ethical or trauma-informed, it doesn't always mean they are ethical or trauma-informed. So what now?
When a coach or healer says they are ethical or trauma-informed (and soooo many are saying it right now; have you noticed that, too?), it doesn't always mean they are ethical or trauma-informed. As potential clients and customers, it's important to use our discernment. And herein lies the challenge.
Are you leading body scans in a trauma-informed way?
Body scans can be a supportive tool. That said . . . When we lead someone through a body scan, we could be forgetting that there are places in their body that might not feel accessible.