Healing doesn’t only happen in thoughts — it happens in the body. Understanding the nervous system is key for overall healing. Our nervous system stores not just sensations, but memories, stress responses, and patterns of safety or threat. When you come into therapy, part of what we explore together is how your body responds to stress and connection, not just what you think about it.

The Polyvagal Theory

The Polyvagal Theory helps explain why you might feel stuck in fight, flight, or shutdown even when your situation is safe — it’s your nervous system trying to protect you based on past experiences. Recognizing how your body signals safety versus danger is a key step toward calming anxiety, connecting more fully with others, and feeling at home in your body again.
Holistic Psychotherapy with Jenna uses gentle tools like breathwork, somatic awareness, psychoeducation, and paced interventions alongside talk therapy to help the nervous system learn new patterns of safety. This isn’t about quick fixes — it’s about creating lasting regulation that supports you in daily life. If you’re looking to learn more about how understanding the nervous system can help you reach out to Jenna, our lead therapist at Holistic Psychotherapy with Jenna.