In this first-ever video episode of Safe Space, Laura tackles a powerful listener question: Can yoga heal trauma? Drawing from her expertise as a trauma-informed therapist, she breaks down what healing actually means—and why no single practice (not even yoga) can do it alone.

Laura shares her personal story of healing after trauma, and how movement-based practices like running and yoga helped her regulate her nervous system and process unspoken pain. Using concepts from EMDR, neuroscience, and somatic therapy, she explains how trauma gets stored in the body and what it takes to release it safely. This episode sheds light on the role of nervous system regulation, the power of daily habits, and why healing must be viewed as a whole-life approach—not a one-and-done solution.

Whether you’ve felt overwhelmed by traditional talk therapy, or you’re just beginning your healing journey, this episode will help you explore the connection between body and mind in a deeper, more grounded way.

Timestamps

00:00 – 01:00 | Welcome to the first YouTube edition of Safe Space

01:00 – 01:44 | Can yoga heal trauma? Defining what healing actually means

01:44 – 02:44 | Why healing isn’t about moving on—it’s about moving with

02:44 – 03:37 | How running helped Laura process trauma through movement

03:37 – 05:25 | What EMDR does and how bilateral movement rewires the brain

05:25 – 06:23 | Trauma, REM sleep, and memory gaps

06:23 – 07:35 | Yoga as part of healing: somatic tools for nervous system regulation

07:35 – 08:42 | Why healing is a lifestyle shift—not a single modality

Key Takeaways

• Trauma can’t be healed in isolation—yoga is powerful, but it’s not a silver bullet.

• True healing happens when we regulate our nervous system consistently.

• EMDR, movement, rest, talk therapy, and social support all play a role.

• Recovery is a lifestyle shift—just like building physical strength, emotional healing requires variety, intention, and practice.

Stay Connected

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Safe Space with Laura – Ep. 14

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