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Sep 2024
35m 22s

Understanding Overwhelm as a Trauma Resp...

MONIQUE KOVEN
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In this conversation, Monique Koven and Dr. Aimie Apigian discuss the topic of overwhelm and how it relates to trauma and our nervous system. They explore the concept of overwhelm as a trauma response and the ways in which our body tries to protect us from it. They also discuss the role of parts work in addressing overwhelm and how to work with the protector ... Show More
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