Description

Somatic Experiencing (SE) is a body-centered approach to treating PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) that, rather than focusing only on thoughts or emotions associated with a traumatic event, expands to include the natural bodily (somatic) responses. It was first conceptualized by trauma therapist Dr. Peter Levine in the 1970s and in the years since it has come to be considered a leading-edge therapy for PTSD. SE builds awareness, coherence, and self-regulation. The result is a deeper understanding of the body/mind connection with an improved ability to release and regulate emotions. It also helps manage stress, resolve issues related to trauma, heal from and navigate life transitions, and relationships, and build resilience.

Upon completion of this training, the participant will be able to: 

• Define the Core Concepts of “The Body As Healer”
• Understand the Mystery of Trauma and the Body’s Retention of Trauma
• Identify Core Traumatic Reaction Arousal
• Explain How Biology of Trauma Becomes Pathology – Fear & Immobility

This course qualifies for 1.5 CE hours of Clinical, Trauma, Evidence-Based Practices, and General Skill Building training.

Course Instructor: Dreya Blume, LCSW