A strong learning experience about trauma, healing, and promoting alignment.
Peter Levine, who created Somatic Experiencing, highlights that people often hold back their natural reactions to trauma because of social pressure, self-awareness, or fear of seeming weak. Instead of letting the body process these experiences, we tend to freeze, overanalyze, or stay in a constant state of stress. This suppression results in various symptoms.
This 3-hour continuing education session combines guided discussions and hands-on work with horses to help trauma-focused therapists understand how mammal brains heal. Horses respond to human emotions, providing valuable insights into our behaviors. Working with them allows us to identify patterns, manage emotions, and strengthen our connections.
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Are you ready to dive deeper into healing?
What you’ll learn
An application of Affective Neuroscience and 7 core emotions.
Using Polyvagal Theory to help client understand the power of sensory integration.
Systems Theory and the power of the heard for congruence.
Who should attend
This session is for clinical professionals experienced in Somatic Experiencing Therapy who want to deepen their knowledge of Affect Regulation Theory and Polyvagal Theory. Participants will work with horses on a ranch, so a desire to connect with nature and animals is necessary.
What you’ll walk away with
Understanding how trauma affects relationships.
How trauma impacts sensory processing for clients.
Recognizing connection and disconnection.
Insights into how mammal brains aid emotional healing.
New research-based tools for building resilience and promoting healing.
Practical strategies to use right away.
Experiential HANDS-ON CEU Opprotunity
Using equine therapy, we will discuss and learn how to assess and manage emotions. We'll see how our brains seek connection and healing and how they react to changes in feelings and senses. This will include group lectures, discussions, and practical experiences with horses. Please wear appropriate clothing, including boots, sunscreen, and bug spray. This class is only for Licensed Clinicians. Cost: $150 per person.