Stuck Not Broken

By Justin Sunseri

Stuck Not Broken is the first podcast built on clearly teaching the Polyvagal Theory and applying it to your trauma recovery process. Justin Sunseri is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist that ... more

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Stuck Not Broken episodes:

October 17, 2023Ultimate Guide to Healing Dorsal Vagal Shutdown of the Polyvagal Theory
It's possible to live with more connection, energy, and hope in life. Yes, living without being in a dominant Polyvagal shutdown is possible. Life without depression is possible. I pull from my years of working as a therapist and my Polyvagal Theory knowledge to give you the major bullet points of recovering from a chronic shutdown.
Total Access Membership of trauma recovery courses and community - https://www.justinlmft.com/totalaccess
Free ebook, "Trauma & the Polyvagal Paradigm" when you sign up for my email list - https://www.justinlmft.com/books
Validation - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eG9Opx2QTpw
Normalization - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CnvH4REHF08
Give permission - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TW0xlROhQsQ
Polyvagal 101 podcast episodes - https://player.captivate.fm/collection/cce134e7-1550-4d33-8e56-738d344c63b0
Resources:
🔸 Wondering what to do next? https://bit.ly/4ozbppZ
🔸 Stuck Not Broken book series - https://www.justinlmft.com/books
🔸 Polyvagal 101 audio series - https://player.captivate.fm/collection/cce134e7-1550-4d33-8e56-738d344c63b0
Crisis resources:
National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255
National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233
LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386
National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673
Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741
Call 911 for emergency

This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health symptoms. Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.
Justin Sunseri is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist registered in the State of California (#99147).
Mentioned in this episode:
Learn more about working with me 1:1
I am currently accepting new clients for therapy or coaching.
👉 Learn more about my services - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/services
👉 Schedule a free 15-minute consultation - https://justinlmft.clientsecure.me
...more
26min
October 10, 2023the Stimulus Response Behavior Model is Missing Something: a Polyvagal Solution?
The traditional model of behavior as a result of a stimulus is missing a middle component. There is some algorithm that takes place in between the stimulus and the response. The Polyvagal Theory may provide some insight.
Read the Vagal Paradox - https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2666497623000346#:~:text=Convergent%20patterns%20of%20both%20positive,regulation%20of%20the%20heart%20and
Total Access Membership of trauma recovery courses and community - https://www.justinlmft.com/totalaccess
Free ebook, "Trauma & the Polyvagal Paradigm" when you sign up for my email list - https://www.justinlmft.com/books
Resources:
🔸 Wondering what to do next? https://bit.ly/4ozbppZ
🔸 Stuck Not Broken book series - https://www.justinlmft.com/books
🔸 Polyvagal 101 audio series - https://player.captivate.fm/collection/cce134e7-1550-4d33-8e56-738d344c63b0
Crisis resources:
National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255
National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233
LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386
National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673
Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741
Call 911 for emergency

This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health symptoms. Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.
Justin Sunseri is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist registered in the State of California (#99147).
Mentioned in this episode:
Learn more about working with me 1:1
I am currently accepting new clients for therapy or coaching.
👉 Learn more about my services - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/services
👉 Schedule a free 15-minute consultation - https://justinlmft.clientsecure.me
...more
20min
October 06, 2023Would you take a ventral vagal magic pill?
If there was a ventral vagal magic pill, would you take it? In this episode, I explore the ideas of objective measures and shortcuts and what they might mean for you in your trauma recovery journey.
Total Access Membership of trauma recovery courses and community - https://www.justinlmft.com/totalaccess
Free ebook, "Trauma & the Polyvagal Paradigm" when you sign up for my email list - https://www.justinlmft.com/books
Resources:
🔸 Wondering what to do next? https://bit.ly/4ozbppZ
🔸 Stuck Not Broken book series - https://www.justinlmft.com/books
🔸 Polyvagal 101 audio series - https://player.captivate.fm/collection/cce134e7-1550-4d33-8e56-738d344c63b0
Crisis resources:
National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255
National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233
LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386
National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673
Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741
Call 911 for emergency

This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health symptoms. Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.
Justin Sunseri is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist registered in the State of California (#99147).
Mentioned in this episode:
Learn more about working with me 1:1
I am currently accepting new clients for therapy or coaching.
👉 Learn more about my services - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/services
👉 Schedule a free 15-minute consultation - https://justinlmft.clientsecure.me
...more
14min
October 03, 2023What is Vagal Efficiency? (and how to get more of it)
If you've never heard of "vagal efficiency" in your Polyvagal Theory readings, you're not alone. In this episode, I'll discuss vagal efficiency and how it relates to the safety state and the vagal brake, plus what this may mean for the future.
Total Access Membership of trauma recovery courses and community - https://www.justinlmft.com/totalaccess
Free ebook, "Trauma & the Polyvagal Paradigm" when you sign up for my email list - https://www.justinlmft.com/books
Resources:
🔸 Wondering what to do next? https://bit.ly/4ozbppZ
🔸 Stuck Not Broken book series - https://www.justinlmft.com/books
🔸 Polyvagal 101 audio series - https://player.captivate.fm/collection/cce134e7-1550-4d33-8e56-738d344c63b0
Crisis resources:
National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255
National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233
LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386
National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673
Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741
Call 911 for emergency

This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health symptoms. Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.
Justin Sunseri is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist registered in the State of California (#99147).
Mentioned in this episode:
Learn more about working with me 1:1
I am currently accepting new clients for therapy or coaching.
👉 Learn more about my services - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/services
👉 Schedule a free 15-minute consultation - https://justinlmft.clientsecure.me
...more
16min
September 26, 2023Intimacy: Another Polyvagal Mixed State?
Intimacy, fawn, and appeasement were added to the Polyvagal Theory as mixed states. But are they? Should we take the context more into account before calling intimacy a mixed state? What happens to the states when they involve being alone or being with someone?
Our Polyvagal World Amazon Affiliate link - https://amzn.to/3RHq1p8 (I get a portion of the sale at no extra cost to you)
Resources:
🔸 Wondering what to do next? https://bit.ly/4ozbppZ
🔸 Stuck Not Broken book series - https://www.justinlmft.com/books
🔸 Polyvagal 101 audio series - https://player.captivate.fm/collection/cce134e7-1550-4d33-8e56-738d344c63b0
Crisis resources:
National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255
National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233
LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386
National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673
Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741
Call 911 for emergency

This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health symptoms. Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.
Justin Sunseri is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist registered in the State of California (#99147).
Mentioned in this episode:
Learn more about working with me 1:1
I am currently accepting new clients for therapy or coaching.
👉 Learn more about my services - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/services
👉 Schedule a free 15-minute consultation - https://justinlmft.clientsecure.me
...more
11min
September 21, 2023 Is "Our Polyvagal World" Worth Buying? - a Book Review
Our Polyvagal World is overall worth owning, especially at $14 from Amazon.
Buy the book here (portion of sale goes to me at no extra cost to you) - https://amzn.to/3rr9YBa
Total Access Membership of trauma recovery courses and community - https://www.justinlmft.com/totalaccess
Free ebook, "Trauma & the Polyvagal Paradigm" when you sign up for my email list - https://www.justinlmft.com/books
National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255
National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233
LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386
National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673
Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741
Call 911 for emergency
This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health symptoms. Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.
Justin Sunseri is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist registered in the State of California (99147).
#polyvagaltheory #ourpolyvagalworld #stephenporges
Mentioned in this episode:
Learn more about working with me 1:1
I am currently accepting new clients for therapy or coaching.
👉 Learn more about my services - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/services
👉 Schedule a free 15-minute consultation - https://justinlmft.clientsecure.me
...more
12min
September 19, 2023Fawn and Appeasement: Actual Mixed States or Something Else?
Are the new Polyvagal Theory mixed states of fawn and appeasement better understood as mixed states or behavioral adaptations?
Trauma recovery System of courses and community - https://www.justinlmft.com/totallaccess
Free ebook, "Trauma & the Polyvagal Paradigm" when you sign up for my email list - https://www.justinlmft.com/books
Resources:
🔸 Wondering what to do next? https://bit.ly/4ozbppZ
🔸 Stuck Not Broken book series - https://www.justinlmft.com/books
🔸 Polyvagal 101 audio series - https://player.captivate.fm/collection/cce134e7-1550-4d33-8e56-738d344c63b0
Crisis resources:
National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255
National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233
LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386
National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673
Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741
Call 911 for emergency

This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health symptoms. Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.
Justin Sunseri is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist registered in the State of California (#99147).
Mentioned in this episode:
Learn more about working with me 1:1
I am currently accepting new clients for therapy or coaching.
👉 Learn more about my services - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/services
👉 Schedule a free 15-minute consultation - https://justinlmft.clientsecure.me
...more
22min
September 11, 2023Comply to Survive: Fawn and the Polyvagal Theory
Fawn has officially been added to the growing list of Polyvagal Theory mixed states. I’ll explain fawning and how the theory interprets it to deepen your understanding of the Polyvagal Theory.
Trauma recovery System of courses and community - https://www.justinlmft.com/totalaccess
Order Dr Porges’ NEW book - Our Polyvagal World - through this Amazon affiliate link. I get a portion of the sale at no extra cost to you - https://amzn.to/47UIxjV
Free ebook, "Trauma & the Polyvagal Paradigm" when you sign up for my email list - https://www.justinlmft.com/books
Resources:
🔸 Wondering what to do next? https://bit.ly/4ozbppZ
🔸 Stuck Not Broken book series - https://www.justinlmft.com/books
🔸 Polyvagal 101 audio series - https://player.captivate.fm/collection/cce134e7-1550-4d33-8e56-738d344c63b0
Crisis resources:
National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255
National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233
LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386
National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673
Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741
Call 911 for emergency

This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health symptoms. Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.
Justin Sunseri is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist registered in the State of California (#99147).
Mentioned in this episode:
Learn more about working with me 1:1
I am currently accepting new clients for therapy or coaching.
👉 Learn more about my services - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/services
👉 Schedule a free 15-minute consultation - https://justinlmft.clientsecure.me
...more
17min
September 05, 2023Connect to Survive: Appeasement Replaces Stockholm Syndrome via Polyvagal Theory
Appeasement has replaced the outdated understanding of "Stockholm Syndrome," as described by the Polyvagal Theory. Learn what appeasement is and how it acts as a survival mechanism when one is under life threat.
Order Dr Porges’ NEW book - Our Polyvagal World - through this Amazon affiliate link. I get a portion of the sale at no extra cost to you - https://amzn.to/47UIxjV
Appeasement: Replacing Stockholm Syndrome - https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9858395/
When Agreement is Not Consent - https://medium.com/rae-x-nkem/when-agreement-is-not-consent-118e8d2f279e
SNB: Total Access - https://www.justinlmft.com/totalaccess
Become a free site member - https://www.justinlmft.com/members
Polyvagal Insitute on Criticisms: The Vagal Paradox: a Polyvagal Solution - https://authors.elsevier.com/sd/article/S2666-4976(23)00034-6
Cleveland Clinic - https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/22387-stockholm-syndrome
Resources:
🔸 Wondering what to do next? https://bit.ly/4ozbppZ
🔸 Stuck Not Broken book series - https://www.justinlmft.com/books
🔸 Polyvagal 101 audio series - https://player.captivate.fm/collection/cce134e7-1550-4d33-8e56-738d344c63b0
Crisis resources:
National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255
National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233
LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386
National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673
Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741
Call 911 for emergency

This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health symptoms. Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.
Justin Sunseri is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist registered in the State of California (#99147).
When Agreement is Not Consent
The Vagal Paradox: a Polyvagal Solution
Appeasement: replacing Stockholm syndrome as a definition of a survival strategy - PMC

Mentioned in this episode:
Learn more about working with me 1:1
I am currently accepting new clients for therapy or coaching.
👉 Learn more about my services - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/services
👉 Schedule a free 15-minute consultation - https://justinlmft.clientsecure.me
...more
19min
August 22, 2023Dr Stephen Porges: Polyvagal Theory Updates & Critiques (2023)
Dr. Stephen Porges addresses critiques of the Polyvagal Theory, new mixed states (fawn, appease, intimacy), and "stimulating the vagus nerve." He also discusses his new book, Our Polyvagal World, and his newest academic paper, the Vagal Paradox: a Polyvagal Solution.
Order Dr Porges’ NEW book - Our Polyvagal World - through this Amazon affiliate link. I get a portion of the sale at no extra cost to you - https://amzn.to/47UIxjV
SNB: Total Access - https://www.justinlmft.com/totalaccess
Polyvagal Trauma Relief System - https://www.justinlmft.com/traumarelief
Trauma and the Polyvagal Paradigm ebook - https://www.justinlmft.com/books
The Vagal Paradox: a Polyvagal Solution - https://authors.elsevier.com/sd/article/S2666-4976(23)00034-6
Resources:
🔸 Wondering what to do next? https://bit.ly/4ozbppZ
🔸 Stuck Not Broken book series - https://www.justinlmft.com/books
🔸 Polyvagal 101 audio series - https://player.captivate.fm/collection/cce134e7-1550-4d33-8e56-738d344c63b0
Crisis resources:
National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255
National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233
LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386
National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673
Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741
Call 911 for emergency

This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health symptoms. Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.
Justin Sunseri is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist registered in the State of California (#99147).
Mentioned in this episode:
Learn more about working with me 1:1
I am currently accepting new clients for therapy or coaching.
👉 Learn more about my services - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/services
👉 Schedule a free 15-minute consultation - https://justinlmft.clientsecure.me
...more
1h 21min

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How many episodes does Stuck Not Broken have?

The podcast currently has 329 episodes available.

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