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Julie Phelan PhD, LAC
Social Psychologist & Licensed Associate Counselor
Somatic Resources
An ever-expanding list of somatic techniques that seem to help shift nervous system state and improve well-being.
Activating the Vagus Nerve
A variety of ways to activate the vagus nerve and shift out of fight or flight towards a calmer state of being.
The Biology of Trauma
A helpful model for understanding the biology of the trauma response.
Visualizations
Descriptions of visualization techniques that seem to work well for many of my clients.
The Physiological Response to Trauma and its Implications for Counseling
A very nerdy summary of the neurobiology of trauma and how it impacts counseling.
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