Therapy in Los Angeles County
and Ventura County

Polyvagal Theory offers a powerful lens for understanding how the body and brain interact to shape emotional experience, social connection, and patterns of stress and trauma. In this post, we’ll break down: ✔ What Polyvagal Theory is ✔ How it’s used in therapy ✔ Conditions it’s most relevant for ✔ Real-world applications and exercises ✔ Scientific research and links you can explore

Joy is more than a feeling—it’s a healing force. This post explores the connection between joy and emotional regulation and how positive emotions help the nervous system bounce back from stress. Learn how therapy supports joy as a proactive coping tool, and get research-backed strategies for building resilience, even in hard times. Includes practical tools and recommended readings for emotional recovery.