Reflexology for Trauma & Addiction: Level II

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Reflexology for Trauma & Addiction: Level II

Chantel C Lucier, chantellucier@gmail.com

CEUs: 14

This 2-day workshop provides 14 ARCB & NCBTMB CEUs. In addition to deepening our understanding of Level I components, techniques, and methodology, students will learn the following: 1. Somatosensory system anatomy and what that looks like in our bodies as we hold space for self and others; including, attunement and limbic resonance with exercises to integrate synchronous movement with clients; 2. Understanding what may be affected by traumatic stress and the areas of the brain responsible for filtering, self-awareness, inhibition, judgment/discernment, emotional regulation, timing and context. Intermediate anatomy and physiology for specific brain structures affected by trauma and addiction, including the differentiation between certain cortices. 3. An examination of survival response and recovery in animals and humans; 4. Understanding cross addiction, dual diagnosis, and comorbidity of early chronic trauma; 5. History of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE’s) and the Diagnostic & Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM); 6. Synthesizing visual, auditory, and behavioral information in clients while cultivating awareness of practitioner state; 7. Subtle rotations and techniques in hand reflexology sessions; 8. New foot reflexology methods, techniques, and "subtle holds" for a detailed and integrative session.