“We do not perform to our capabilities, we perform to our beliefs. If we think we are less than we are, we will be.” – Dr Melanie Salmon[1]  It might sound complicated, but Quantum Energy Coaching (QEC) is actually quite a simple approach to healing. Fundamental to QEC is the belief that our bodies and minds have the natural ability to self-heal. This ability is unfortunately inhibited by our life experiences, particularly in the case of trauma. QEC can offer relief from a wide range of issues, ranging from mental health difficulties and feeling of low self-esteem and self-worth to relati ..read more

‘Sound therapy stimulates the capacity of the human body to heal itself.’[1] Music and sound have been an important part of both culture and healing practices since ancient times, spanning the Greeks, the Egyptians, and the Australian Aboriginals, to name just a few. The use of sound in a therapeutic setting has been found to aid the treatment of a range of trauma-related issues, such as PTSD, physical pain, depression, anxiety, sleep problems, and even addictions.[2] In sound healing therapy, practitioners use a variety of instruments to create vibrations and tones that promote rest and relax ..read more

BodyTalk System and Body Stress Release are safe, non-invasive healing modalities that can be used by anyone. These approaches to healing can be used to support those in trauma recovery, as an adjunct to other forms of therapy. The main focus of these approaches is to improve the body’s communication with itself, which can be broken down or inhibited following stressful and traumatic life events. What is the BodyTalk System? BodyTalk System is a holistic approach to trauma therapy that can be used as a complementary healing modality alongside evidence-based treatments, such as psychotherapy an ..read more

Sometimes we meet people in life for the first time that we feel like we’ve known for years. That was exactly what it felt like when I met my guest, Lou Lebentz, a few years ago through the PSA (Professional Speaking Association) She is a well-known UK psychotherapist, EMDR specialist, trauma clinician and Founder of “Trauma Thrivers” a hugely popular trauma informed Facebook community for those in recovery from trauma and addiction. Previously, Lou worked in rehab at the Priory Hospital Roehampton, and before that, in both the Rag Trade and the Radio Industry. The change in career choice mad ..read more

Alongside millions of other citizens across the world, I sit in abject horror with tears running down my face as I witness such cruel forces brutalising our neighbours in front of my very own eyes; it’s simply barbaric. We are seeing societal, cultural, and what will be long-term intergenerational trauma play out on a massive scale in front of us. What’s worse, I’m sure, is that many of us feel unable to do anything, which leaves us feeling powerless, helpless, and in a trauma freeze response. I know many of us probably wish we could do more than just donate. I personally feel if we could all ..read more

Healing from trauma doesn’t have to exclusively take place within the walls of a therapist’s office. There are many approaches that can be taken by those who are suffering from the adverse effects of trauma that don’t require psychotherapy or any form of psychoanalysis. Of course, professional therapy is an important aspect of the healing journey, but there are tools, techniques, and general modes of relaxation that help clients reduce their levels of stress and tension, ultimately improving one’s quality of life. In this blog, I am going to explore a number of ways in which trauma survivors ..read more

What is Polyvagal Theory? Polyvagal Theory is a theory of the nervous system and its threat response that was developed by Dr. Stephen Porges in the mid 1990’s. Before Porges developed his theory, much of our understanding about stress and trauma was based on the fight/flight response – that we face a threat, and our reaction will be either to fight it or to flee from it. Porges discovered that our threat response was a bit more nuanced than this basic understanding. He identified a third response not previously considered in neuroscience and trauma work – the ‘freeze’ response.[1] In order to ..read more

Havening is a type of psychosensory therapy first developed by author and physician Ronald Ruden. It was brought to mainstream attention by British hypnotist Paul McKenna. It is an approach to healing that focuses on deactivating the fear we feel in response to trauma, phobias, and anxiety.[1] In therapy, patients are supported as they recall their traumatic memories – memories of emotionally overwhelming and disturbing events and experiences. Recalling these memories can seem daunting, but the problem is that they come up anyway, whether or not the person is in therapy. Havening aims to reduc ..read more

Transformational and Holotropic Breathwork  We often take our breath for granted – we breathe automatically and move through our days without giving it so much as a second thought. However, when we begin to notice our breath by bringing our conscious awareness to it, we can achieve significant benefits to both our physical and mental health.[1] Transformational Breath and Holotropic Breathwork are approaches to healing and overall health promotion developed in the second half of the 20th century, but are based on ancient concepts. Transformational Breathwork  Transformational Breathw ..read more