Vagal Toning: A Journey Home to Self

Embodied SpiritualityMany of us have been taught that our spirituality is something that exists outside of us and that it is disconnected from our bodies.What if those teachings had it backwards? What if your connection to your soul, to your … Continue reading

Therapeutic Yoga for Trauma Recovery Book

Applied Polyvagal Theory in YogaOrder NowTherapeutic Yoga for Trauma RecoveryTrauma recovery is as much about healing the body as it is the mind.Yet, so often, the focus of healing involves retelling the story of the past without addressing the physiological … Continue reading

Applied Polyvagal Theory in Yoga

A Sacred PilgrimageHealing from trauma invites you to befriend your body; and this needs to occur at a pace that honors your unique needs. Initially, this involves developing the resources to handle challenging emotions, disturbing symptoms, and distressing memories. The … Continue reading

The Vagus Nerve and your Health | Dr. Arielle Schwartz

Natural Vagus Nerve StimulationDid you know that activation of the vagus nerve keeps your immune system in check and releases an assortment of hormones and neurotransmitters such as acetylcholine and oxytocin. This results in reductions in inflammation, reduced allergies, relief … Continue reading

The Vagus Nerve in Trauma Recovery Dr. Arielle Schwartz

Many distressing symptoms of post-traumatic stress are felt in the bodyโ€”a tightness in the chest, a sinking feeling in the stomach, a familiar knot in the throat, or as a chronic feeling of exhaustion. We now recognize that we must … Continue reading

Connection and Co-Regulation in Psychotherapy-Dr. Arielle Schwartz

Discovering Self in Relationship Connection is at the core of all human experience. We all share the need to be seen and understood. We long to belong and to experience ourselves within the context of loving, nurturing relationships. Sadly, childhood … Continue reading

The Polyvagal Theory and Healing Complex PTSD-Dr. Arielle Schwartz

Illuminate a Path to Freedom If you have grown up with long-term, chronic trauma exposure you might find it difficult to accurately perceive whether people or places are safe or trustworthy. Sometimes, it can become difficult to tell differentiate between … Continue reading

Mind-Body Therapies for Vagus Nerve Disorders-Dr. Arielle Schwartz

Restore Health for Vagus Nerve Disorders A healthy vagus nerve supports your digestive system, helps to regulates your sleep patterns, and calms down your nerves. Learning to regulate vagal tone is associated with a reduction in inflammation and better prognosis … Continue reading