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

Change is what most people come to therapy for—so why does it feel so hard to actually embrace? This blog post explores the psychology behind resistance and the fear of change in therapy. Learn how your brain, body, and past experiences shape your reactions to growth, and how therapy helps you move forward gently and effectively. Includes tools, research, and guidance for navigating emotional resistance with compassion and clarity.