Healing Trauma Through Somatic Experiencing with Lillie Cortes
Episode Overview
Somatic Experiencing helps process and release unresolved trauma stored in the body. The SIBAM model (Sensations, Images, Behaviours, Affect, and Meaning) guides clients through trauma. Understanding body signals is crucial for effective trauma recovery. SE can be integrated with other therapeutic approaches for comprehensive treatment. Personal anecdotes and success stories highlight the transformative power of SE.
Once you know, you can't unknow.
In this episode of Facing Addiction, Lillie Cortes dives into the practice of Somatic Experiencing (SE) and its impact on trauma recovery. With a wealth of experience, Lillie shares her journey from working in public sectors to becoming a specialist in SE. She explains how this body-focused approach helps individuals process and release unresolved trauma stored in their bodies.
Lillie discusses the principles of SE, including the SIBAM model (Sensations, Images, Behaviours, Affect, and Meaning), which guides clients through their trauma in a manageable way. Reflecting on her own experiences and those of her clients, Lillie emphasises the importance of understanding the body's signals and responses to trauma. She also highlights the role of SE in treating various conditions and its integration with other therapeutic approaches.
By sharing her personal anecdotes and success stories, Lillie provides valuable insights into the transformative power of Somatic Experiencing. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in trauma recovery and the connection between mind and body.