Mastering the Autonomic Nervous System (ANS) Living Free 6 subscribers
Regulation is half the battle in trauma recovery. By mastering the nervous system — our body’s internal thermostat — we create safety, stability, and space to heal.
Recognising Trauma: The Six Symptomatic Domains
Trauma speaks through the body and mind, in avoidance, arousal, intrusive thoughts, negative beliefs, and somatic symptoms. When we know the signs, we can start to listen.
The Three Pathways to Trauma: A Conversation with Reshie & Katrina
Katrina defines trauma as a wound shaped by how experiences are internalised, not just what happened. Reshie’s analogy explains acute trauma, vulnerability, and the effects of repeated minor wounds.
Why the Body Leads the Mind: A Conversation with Reshie & Katrina
Reshie explains that physical distress drives mental distress—“where the body goes, the mind will follow.” Katrina reflects on her personal journey from stress to retraining as a school teacher.
A Discussion with Living Free’s Reshie Joseph and Emma Donlevy
In this discussion our Clinical Director, Reshie Joseph introduces team member and Psychotherapist and Registered Counsellor, Emma Donlevy and they discuss her journey to the trauma therapy space and the Living Free Program.