Have you ever wondered if there's more to healing from trauma than just talking about it?

 

Trauma recovery can be a complex and daunting process, especially if traditional talk therapy methods have left you feeling stuck or frustrated. If you've ever felt like you're not making progress despite knowing the root causes of your trauma, you're not alone.

 

Many individuals struggle with the misconception that trauma can be fully healed through verbal expression alone. However, the reality is that trauma often resides in the deeper parts of our brain and body, beyond the reach of words. This can leave you feeling like you're spinning your wheels without making real progress.

 

Today, we are joined by Lauren, a licensed clinical professional counselor with a focus on trauma-related modalities. Lauren is one of our esteemed speakers for the upcoming Concussion Nerds Virtual Summit this fall, and I am so excited to have her with us.She is the owner of Steadfast Counseling, a private practice specializing in comprehensive trauma care. Lauren is trained in EMDR and is a certified Brainspotting practitioner. Through these advanced modalities, she offers clients a holistic approach to healing, encompassing body, mind, and nervous system recovery, facilitating their journey beyond areas of stagnation towards profound liberation.

 

Before establishing her private practice, Lauren gained experience across diverse roles within mental health agencies. This journey granted her a comprehensive vantage point on the intricate impacts of trauma across various populations, age groups, developmental stages, and roles. Her background encompasses collaborative work with both offenders and victims, uniquely shaping her insight into the lived experience of trauma and its path to healing.

 

Lauren also has extensive experience conducting training sessions on critical subjects such as vicarious trauma and compassion fatigue. Her audience ranges from mental health practitioners and school personnel to law enforcement, military personnel, and medical staff. This breadth of experience underscores her commitment to empowering and equipping fellow professionals with the tools needed to address and mitigate the pervasive effects of trauma.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

👉 Why talk therapy alone might not be enough to heal trauma.

👉 The significance of engaging the whole brain and body in trauma recovery.

👉 How modalities like EMDR and brainspotting work on a neurological level.

👉 Practical steps to take if you're afraid of opening the door to trauma therapy.

 

Connect with Lauren:

Instagram: www.instagram.com/steadfastcounseling

 

Let’s connect!

 

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