Your body remembers trauma, not just your mind

Psychology
Your body remembers trauma, not just your mind

Sensorimotor psychotherapy treats trauma by engaging the body's physical sensations and movements, offering a unique path to healing beyond traditional talk therapy.

Sensorimotor psychotherapy helps heal trauma by focusing on the body's physical sensations. Developed by Pat Ogden, this approach guides individuals to notice subtle bodily cues like tension or tingling that arise with trauma memories. By mindfully tracking and regulating these sensations, people can release stored trauma energy without being overwhelmed.

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