Regulation Isn’t Only Calming Down… It’s Completing the Stress Response
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Regulation Isn’t Only Calming Down… It’s Completing the Stress Response

When regulation feels elusive, the question often isn’t “What’s wrong with me?” but rather “What does my nervous system need to complete?”

If you’re noticing that traditional coping strategies aren’t working — or that your body feels stuck in activation despite your best efforts — you don’t have to navigate that alone. My work is grounded in relational, trauma-informed, and somatic approaches that support both activation and settling in ways that feel sustainable.

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Combining Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) with Other Therapies: Enhancing Healing with Brainspotting

Combining Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) with Other Therapies: Enhancing Healing with Brainspotting

When it comes to therapeutic interventions, combining different approaches can often lead to enhanced outcomes and deeper healing. One powerful combination I use in my own practice is the Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) paired with Brainspotting. Learn more in this blog, and request a consult for therapy in Dallas, TX.

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