The Hidden Strength: How Subtle Shifts and Connection Fuel Healing

Jessica Roux ON: Reclaiming Safety, Healing Trauma, and Embracing Subtle Shifts

In this episode, we explore the profound journey of healing from trauma with Jessica Roux, a licensed therapist and coach. Jessica specializes in helping individuals reconnect with their bodies, cultivate resilience, and navigate their emotional landscapes through a compassionate lens. She integrates trauma-focused techniques like EMDR and somatic practices with spirituality to empower her clients on their healing journeys.

Key Topics Covered:

• There are no "bad" parts of us—our protective mechanisms are simply responses that have developed to help us cope with past experiences. Understanding this allows us to embrace these parts with compassion, recognizing that they are doing their best to keep us safe. By honoring these protective mechanisms, we can begin to heal and integrate them into our journey toward wholeness.

• Integrating Somatic Practices with Spirituality: Discover how Jessica combines Somatic Experiencing and Internal Family Systems (IFS) to facilitate trauma recovery, helping clients reconnect with their bodies and emotions.
• Understanding Subtle Shifts: Jessica highlights the significance of recognizing and celebrating subtle changes in the healing process, explaining how even the smallest shifts can lead to profound transformations.
• Creating a Sense of Safety: Learn how Jessica helps clients develop emotional processing and a sense of safety when they feel disconnected from their bodies.
• The Power of Connection: Jessica emphasizes the vital role of connection—both with oneself and others—in the trauma recovery process, fostering a supportive environment for healing.

About Jessica Roux: Jessica Roux is a licensed therapist and coach dedicated to helping individuals heal from trauma and reconnect with their bodies. By integrating trauma-focused techniques such as EMDR and somatic practices with a spiritual approach, she guides clients in cultivating a sense of safety and emotional processing. Jessica advocates for a compassionate exploration of protective mechanisms, encouraging clients to reshape their belief systems and embrace their right to take up space.

Links:

• Follow Jessica on Instagram: @jessicarouxcoaching
• Jessica's website: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/jessica-roux-santa-monica-ca/1141448
• Follow Everyday Intimacy on Instagram: @theeverydayintimacy
• Visit SomaShift: www.somashift.org

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Stay compassionate, embrace your journey, and remember that healing is possible!