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Feeling Safe and Confident

Trauma survivors often find bodily sensations and emotions overwhelming. They may numb themselves by ignoring these feelings or resorting to drugs/alcohol.  

Dr Bessel Van Der Kolk is a leading expert on treating abuse related trauma. In this video, he talks about how to feel safe in your body - a primary place to start healing. 


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