WELLNESS, COMMUNITY & COUNSELLING
Somatic Therapy
How do emotions get stored in the body?
Emotions can become stored in the body through a process often referred to as somatic experiencing. When we experience intense emotions, particularly those associated with trauma or stress, our bodies react in various ways. For example, we might tense our muscles, clench our jaw, or experience rapid heartbeat and shallow breathing. If these emotions are not fully processed or expressed, they can become "trapped" or stored in the body. This can lead to physical sensations or discomfort in certain areas, such as tightness in the chest or knots in the stomach. Over time, these stored emotions can contribute to chronic pain, tension, or other physical symptoms. Somatic therapy aims to address these stored emotions by reconnecting individuals with their bodily sensations and facilitating the release of trapped energy through techniques such as mindfulness, breathwork, and gentle movement.
Narrative Therapy
Narrative therapy is a form of psychotherapy that can help clients adjust and tell alternative stories about their lives so they better match who and what they want to be. Narrative therapy is non-pathologizing, non-blaming, and sees clients as experts in their own lives. It can allow people to get some distance from the difficulties they face, helping to see how their struggle might actually be helping or protecting them, more than it may be hurting them. It's a collaborative process where counsellor and client work together to create positive change.
CBT
(Cognitive Behavioural Therapy)
CBT focuses on the connection between thoughts, emotions, and behaviours. It's highly effective for various mental health issues, focusing on present, empowering and practical solutions. CBT can teach us new skills to challenge our core beliefs and thoughts that may be hurting us in the long run. Research shows CBT's benefits can foster long-lasting, positive changes.