Trauma therapy should incorporate bodyfocused techniques from "summary" of Body Remembers Casebook by Babette Rothschild
In trauma therapy, it is crucial to remember that the body plays a significant role in how trauma is stored and experienced. Traumatic events are not only remembered in the mind but are also held in the body. This means that addressing trauma solely through traditional talk therapy may not be enough to fully process and heal from the impact of trauma. Body-focused techniques are essential in trauma therapy because they allow individuals to access and release the traumatic memories and sensations stored in their bodies. Techniques such as grounding exercises, mindfulness, and somatic experiencing can help individuals reconnect with their bodies ...
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