https://www.bluepinescounseling.com/blog daily 0.75 2026-03-27 https://www.bluepinescounseling.com/blog/herbal-allies-for-nervous-system-health monthly 0.5 2026-02-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6107f23c3ce1c35e9fab4f9b/090a506c-b8ac-42fe-85d2-54908c070d5e/1.png Holistic Mental Health Blog - Herbal Allies For Nervous System Health - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6107f23c3ce1c35e9fab4f9b/598a0973-1cb4-489e-85ad-946246bf1d99/holy+basil Holistic Mental Health Blog - Herbal Allies For Nervous System Health From an herbal perspective, we might think of this as: The adrenals under sustained demand The heart-mind overstimulated The body struggling to complete the stress cycle From a nervous system lens, this can look like: Difficulty relaxing Shallow breathing Irritability or tearfulness Brain fog paired with restlessness Sleep that doesn’t feel restorative This pattern is increasingly common not because individuals are failing, but because modern life often outpaces biological rhythm. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6107f23c3ce1c35e9fab4f9b/1771440122570-0RS0B0AYOHVZ1FH60ISL/unsplash-image-r9VxidMj-iM.jpg Holistic Mental Health Blog - Herbal Allies For Nervous System Health - Milky Oats (Avena sativa) Fresh milky oat tops are considered one of the most deeply restorative nervines. Milky oats are often described as trophorestorative, helping rebuild nervous system resilience over time. They are not stimulating, nor are they sedating. Instead, they nourish and attune. They are harvested when oat tops are still green and produce a “milky” substance when squeezed. Energetic picture: Depletion after prolonged stress Burnout Emotional fragility Feeling “thin-skinned” Exhaustion that sleep doesn’t fix Best suited for: Long-term stress Post-illness recovery Students, caregivers, clinicians Those who feel both tired and easily overwhelmed Milky oats work slowly and gently. Think in terms of weeks, not days. They are often taken in tincture form as the alcohol preserves the “milky” potency of the oats best. However, a milky oat tea infusion can also be beneficial. Infusions are teas that are steeped for long periods of time (4-12 hours), before straining plant material. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6107f23c3ce1c35e9fab4f9b/1771440834660-TYHJ40YU5FTCK3CDSEIB/unsplash-image-whTrv7kvGJY.jpg Holistic Mental Health Blog - Herbal Allies For Nervous System Health - Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis) Bright, aromatic, and uplifting, lemon balm is a classic for stress that lives in the mind and gut. Lemon balm has mild calming properties while also being subtly mood-elevating. It is particularly helpful when anxiety and digestive discomfort are intertwined. Unlike heavier sedatives, lemon balm can often be used during the day without causing drowsiness. Energetic picture: Restlessness Tension with digestive upset Stress-related bloating Irritability Low mood with anxiety It shines for: Overthinking Stress headaches Emotional agitation Children and sensitive individuals Lemon Balm is found in many tea blends and can be enjoyed throughout the day. It can even be used as a culinary herb in salads, vinaigrettes, and cold fruit salads. It is described as a bright, mild, and refreshing blend of lemon zest and subtle mint, with a slight, sweet, herbal undertone. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6107f23c3ce1c35e9fab4f9b/1771461753951-EKKJCPJJOQMPEZG25FY6/unsplash-image-HQoXFZ9ddwE.jpg Holistic Mental Health Blog - Herbal Allies For Nervous System Health - Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla) Chamomile is a well known digestive and nervous system ally, particularly when stress shows up as irritability or gut discomfort. Chamomile is mildly sedative, anti-inflammatory, and antispasmodic. It relaxes smooth muscle tissue, which makes it especially helpful for stress-related digestive tightness. Energetic picture: Frustration or snappishness Tension in the belly Stress-related indigestion Difficulty settling children Mild insomnia It is often described as ideal for: The “overworked and overtired” Sensitive or emotionally reactive individuals Children (in appropriate preparations and doses) Chamomile is traditionally taken as a hot tea and carries a subtle bitter quality, supporting digestion while calming the mind, beautifully illustrating how the gut and nervous system are deeply intertwined. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6107f23c3ce1c35e9fab4f9b/1771463397763-AIKBEH6M8KUH408YIT72/unsplash-image-NrflUuJJK0I.jpg Holistic Mental Health Blog - Herbal Allies For Nervous System Health - Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) Lavender is often underestimated because it’s familiar. But familiarity does not diminish potency. Lavender has well-documented calming effects on the nervous system. Aromatic compounds in lavender interact with the limbic system, the emotional center of the brain, which helps explain why scent alone can shift mood and physiological stress responses. Lavender tends to calm without heaviness. It doesn’t “knock you out”, it gently cues safety. Energetic picture: Restlessness at bedtime Mental overactivity Stress headaches Irritability Sensory overstimulation It is especially helpful for: Sleep initiation Emotional agitation Situational anxiety Evening wind-down rituals Lavender can be taken as a tea and is found in many blends, a tincture, or aromatically as an essential oil (properly diluted for topical use). https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6107f23c3ce1c35e9fab4f9b/1771462181825-YKHGA6IWII9HDWGCR6JQ/unsplash-image-DrYqMhk53dY.jpg Holistic Mental Health Blog - Herbal Allies For Nervous System Health - Nettle Leaf (Urtica dioica) Chronic stress is not just emotional, it is also physiological and can deplete Magnesium, Iron, B vitamins and trace minerals. Nettle is rich in minerals and supports overall vitality nourishing the body in a way that can indirectly support nervous system resilience. While it won’t calm acute anxiety in the moment, it helps rebuild the soil in which the nervous system functions. No, it doesn’t sting! Nettle’s sting is lost both in the drying and steeping of the leaves. It tastes very “green” and after my first few infusions, I noticed my body started to crave it and I started to enjoy its flavor! Energetic picture: Fatigue with weakness Stress combined with nutrient depletion Heavy menstrual cycles contributing to low iron Seasonal allergies with nervous irritability Burnout layered with inflammation Nettle works best as an infusion. An infusion again is a “tea” that is steeped for a long period of time (4-12 hours) before straining the plant matter. It can also be used as a food ingredient in soups, pestos, salads, dips and more! Nettle leaf is generally very safe for most people. Use caution if: You are taking diuretics You have kidney conditions You are managing iron-related disorders You are pregnant (consult a practitioner) https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6107f23c3ce1c35e9fab4f9b/4b45a705-5120-4b9c-96d0-6ac189582f30/alice-pasqual-xdD-x2Y2SPI-unsplash.jpg Holistic Mental Health Blog - Herbal Allies For Nervous System Health - Trauma therapy When someone is engaged in trauma therapy, the nervous system is often learning how to revisit difficult material without becoming overwhelmed. This process can temporarily increase activation: Restlessness after sessions Emotional waves Fatigue Irritability Vivid dreams In these moments, herbs are not “treating trauma.” They are supporting the physiology of regulation. A cup of chamomile after a session. Milky oats taken consistently over months. Lavender before sleep when processing feels tender. These small supports can help the body metabolize emotional work more sustainably. Herbs become companions to the process. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6107f23c3ce1c35e9fab4f9b/1771465946249-E4DJJ99TNFY8ZJGZYJYB/unsplash-image-JvMt4fFgta4.jpg Holistic Mental Health Blog - Herbal Allies For Nervous System Health - Ritual as Co-Regulation There is something powerful about repetition. The act of boiling water. The scent rising from a mug. The warmth in your hands. Over time, these cues can become sensory signals of safety. From a regulation lens, ritual functions as co-regulation, even when alone. Making tea regularly can become a safety cue for the nervous system. The predictability of the practice communicates: “You are not in danger right now.” ”You are allowed to soften.” When paired with therapy, ritual deepens integration. It creates a bridge between the therapy room and daily life. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6107f23c3ce1c35e9fab4f9b/38248335-0506-4342-84f3-a012ae78a50d/sustainable_herb_farm.jpg Holistic Mental Health Blog - Herbal Allies For Nervous System Health - Sacred Blossom Farm | Mondovi, WI When selecting teas and herbs, I encourage prioritizing organic, regional, and sustainable sources when possible. Plants are sensitive to their environments and reflect the conditions in which they’re grown. When cultivated ethically, without the heavy chemical inputs of industrial farming, they’re able to offer their fullest support. Choosing consciously grown herbs is a way of honoring both the plant, the planet, and ourselves. Enjoy 10% off your first order at Sacred Blossom Farm with code HEALTHY10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6107f23c3ce1c35e9fab4f9b/ef256e20-e7e4-48da-801b-a43977cf9723/Tiernee+Schatz.jpg Holistic Mental Health Blog - Herbal Allies For Nervous System Health - Tiernee Schatz, ATR-BC, LPC, NCC, CCTP is a counselor and art therapist at Blue Pines Counseling, Holistic Arts Studio in Cedarburg, Wisconsin. She is a board certified art therapist, nationally certified licensed professional counselor with advanced training in nutritional psychiatry, and is a certified clinical trauma professional. Tiernee is currently a training herbalist at the Chestnut School of Herbal Medicine, focusing on herbs for the nervous system. https://www.bluepinescounseling.com/blog/our-bodies-notice-how-national-trauma-impacts-mental-health monthly 0.5 2025-11-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6107f23c3ce1c35e9fab4f9b/17c4f88a-1fd2-4436-ac4f-fffd09bfcb67/nationaltrauma1.jpg Holistic Mental Health Blog - Our Bodies Notice: How National Trauma Impacts Emotional Health - Make it stand out Adobe Stock Generative AI Image https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6107f23c3ce1c35e9fab4f9b/1762799389889-ZYOCGLUVEZWCA7HT70MB/Picture1.jpg Holistic Mental Health Blog - Our Bodies Notice: How National Trauma Impacts Emotional Health https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6107f23c3ce1c35e9fab4f9b/1762799389917-UH3IVO8HOSLAWLUN7VHE/Picture2.jpg Holistic Mental Health Blog - Our Bodies Notice: How National Trauma Impacts Emotional Health https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6107f23c3ce1c35e9fab4f9b/1762799390815-4QHKOK0OZAYIA7A2A6TQ/Picture3.jpg Holistic Mental Health Blog - Our Bodies Notice: How National Trauma Impacts Emotional Health https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6107f23c3ce1c35e9fab4f9b/e243c40d-d032-4169-a2b3-87e2fc1a05ed/Picture4.jpg Holistic Mental Health Blog - Our Bodies Notice: How National Trauma Impacts Emotional Health - A Collective Exhale We’re living in a time when the world feels unsteady, and that takes a toll on everyone’s mental health. But just as trauma is collective, so is healing. When one person chooses to regulate, to create, to connect, it ripples outward. So today, notice your breath. Feel your feet on the ground. Let your body exhale. Healing the nervous system isn’t just personal work, it’s community work. And together, one regulated moment at a time, we can begin to restore a sense of safety, compassion, and hope. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6107f23c3ce1c35e9fab4f9b/181553c9-6e7e-4ef3-a3ac-d7642b1483c1/Deanna_Becker_BluePinesCounseling_03.png Holistic Mental Health Blog - Our Bodies Notice: How National Trauma Impacts Emotional Health - Deanna Becker, ATR, LPC, CCTP is a therapist at Blue Pines Counseling, Holistic Arts Studio in Cedarburg, Wisconsin. She is a registered art therapist, licensed professional counselor, and clinically certified trauma professional. If you are interested in learning more about Deanna and her approach feel free to visit her Bio page. https://www.bluepinescounseling.com/blog/parts-of-you-meeting-your-protectors-and-creating-balance-within monthly 0.5 2025-09-23 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6107f23c3ce1c35e9fab4f9b/8c7cd0e2-61cb-4274-885f-bada06aea0e8/Parts_AutumnHorn_ArtTherapist.jpg Holistic Mental Health Blog - Parts of You: Meeting Your Protectors & Creating Balance Within - Make it stand out Autumn Horn, Parts. Collage https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6107f23c3ce1c35e9fab4f9b/f1f0d3e8-86fc-4523-b7db-16db0bd07607/Managers_InternalFamilySystems_AutumnHorn Holistic Mental Health Blog - Parts of You: Meeting Your Protectors & Creating Balance Within - Managers: The Day-to-Day Controllers Managers can be described as controlling, demanding, and disciplined. They are usually anticipating and checking the outside world for ways to minimize the chances of exiles being triggered. They monitor our routines. They seek and maintain control. They interpret the world for us and create the narratives we live by (Schwartz, 2023). In some ways it is great for managers to have control because it can give us a sense of sense and comfort. However, when they can try to control too much causing ourselves to be rigid and less flexible. They can try to dictate our “appearance, performance, emotions, and thoughts” (Schwartz, 2023, p. 107). Common manager roles include Inner Critic - Sets high expectations and judges harshly when they aren’t met. Approval Seeker - Constantly scans how others perceive us to ensure we fit in with society, culture, or family network. Caregiver - Prioritizes others’ needs while neglecting our own. Pessimist - Negative voice inside our head that says “I told you so” when something goes wrong. Managers tend to believe that without their constant control, the internal system will fall apart, emotions will spiral, and the Self will be damaged. Many managers have “sacrificed their enjoyment of life to protect the rest of our system” (Schwartz, 2023, p. 118). Managers in their less healthy roles can be controlling and rigid. However, as they build trust in Self-Leadership, they can become calm, compassionate leaders who organize effectively and act as allies. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6107f23c3ce1c35e9fab4f9b/92a370bc-eb06-4e6e-9422-a5276409c6df/Firefighters_InternalFamilySystems_AutumnHorn Holistic Mental Health Blog - Parts of You: Meeting Your Protectors & Creating Balance Within - Firefighters: The Reactive Responder Sometimes, no matter how hard a manager might work, exiles and their emotional pain become exposed. That's where firefighters come into the inner system. Firefighters are impulsive and reactive. They do whatever it takes to calm down the exiles and allow the managers to take back over the internal system. Firefighters tend to act in “more drastic and less acceptable” ways than managers do (Schwartz, 2023, p.119). These actions might include: Big reactions: Rage, self-harm, suicidal thoughts or behaviors Escapes: alcohol, drugs, dissociation, binge-watching, sleeping excessively Numbing/Distraction: Anger, confusion, compulsive behaviors While their methods feel chaotic and may impact others, their purpose and intentions are still to protect the Self. Just like managers, firefighters can transform. Their roles can change to become full of passion, motivation, and drive. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6107f23c3ce1c35e9fab4f9b/6cc8c695-bf98-41ac-b8aa-ad9dc6ea464c/Self_AutumnHorn_ArtTherapist.jpg Holistic Mental Health Blog - Parts of You: Meeting Your Protectors & Creating Balance Within - Listening & Understanding Protectors IFS is a way to explore our inner worlds, bring a voice to our protectors (and exiles too), rebuild trust, and allow them to take on healthier roles within the internal system. Through therapy, artmaking, and self-reflection, the Self can witness the stories of these protectors. By making space for the protectors to share their stories, they can share their thoughts, feelings, and challenges of their burdened role. As protectors begin to trust the Self’s leadership again, they can take a step back and allow the Self to lead with its innate qualities of calmness, clarity, compassion, and courage (Schwartz, 2023). Our protectors, managers and firefighters alike, are devoted parts in our internal system, even if their methods sometimes create struggle or disconnection. When we meet them with curiosity and love, we open the door to change and invite every part of us to work together in harmony. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6107f23c3ce1c35e9fab4f9b/28a12e97-a2d4-4bfc-9a72-1d958dc741e4/AutumnHorn_ArtTherapist.jpg Holistic Mental Health Blog - Parts of You: Meeting Your Protectors & Creating Balance Within Curious about how art therapy can support your parts work and help you on your journey to Self-Leadership? Autumn offers a complimentary 15-minute consultation where you can explore your goals and discover how her approach can guide you toward healing and growth. https://www.bluepinescounseling.com/blog/nourishing-your-mind-through-the-gut-brain-axis monthly 0.5 2025-08-27 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6107f23c3ce1c35e9fab4f9b/0c720f64-7f46-479f-9619-132ac89a2a9c/unsplash-image-uI8jddU44AY.jpg Holistic Mental Health Blog - Nourishing Your Mind Through the Gut–Brain Axis: The power of fermented foods - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6107f23c3ce1c35e9fab4f9b/1756302652013-ODI267QLEU4A4PG1L51J/unsplash-image-wg2xU_UNiVc.jpg Holistic Mental Health Blog - Nourishing Your Mind Through the Gut–Brain Axis: The power of fermented foods - Fermented Foods: Probiotic Powerhouses Drew Ramsey, MD emphasizes in Eat Complete (and his follow‑up books) that fermented foods such as kefir, yogurt, kimchi, kombucha, and sauerkraut introduce live beneficial microbes (probiotics) into the gut. A Stanford-led 17-week study found that increasing fermented food intake to 6 servings per day: Increased microbiome diversity Reduced inflammatory markers (CRP, IL‑6) Improved immune profiles, changes not seen in a high‑fiber group alone This suggests that probiotic intake directly helps calm systemic inflammation, a known trigger for anxiety and depression. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6107f23c3ce1c35e9fab4f9b/1756303460648-5ZHRQW3VNV2PDVIUSSOT/unsplash-image-XhJsHDEn5Xo.jpg Holistic Mental Health Blog - Nourishing Your Mind Through the Gut–Brain Axis: The power of fermented foods https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6107f23c3ce1c35e9fab4f9b/1756303353643-D5T25UYLKNIOQWKS2DCT/unsplash-image-MaqdFCtH8Oo.jpg Holistic Mental Health Blog - Nourishing Your Mind Through the Gut–Brain Axis: The power of fermented foods https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6107f23c3ce1c35e9fab4f9b/1756303534464-VUZ406QOHUWJIS4ZFKSC/unsplash-image-wZxpOw84QTU.jpg Holistic Mental Health Blog - Nourishing Your Mind Through the Gut–Brain Axis: The power of fermented foods https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6107f23c3ce1c35e9fab4f9b/1756304720409-FXBCQ93U4P8D5NBJB88Q/unsplash-image-JzY97tKL_oM.jpg Holistic Mental Health Blog - Nourishing Your Mind Through the Gut–Brain Axis: The power of fermented foods https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6107f23c3ce1c35e9fab4f9b/1756302612450-WNBU4VSRJEGT26J6BY70/unsplash-image-jUPOXXRNdcA.jpg Holistic Mental Health Blog - Nourishing Your Mind Through the Gut–Brain Axis: The power of fermented foods - Cultivating a Mood-Friendly Diet Photo by Skyler Ewing via Pexels https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6107f23c3ce1c35e9fab4f9b/356fbe10-b3e6-430e-a58e-4c6dbcd08264/Tiernee+Schatz.jpg Holistic Mental Health Blog - Nourishing Your Mind Through the Gut–Brain Axis: The power of fermented foods Tiernee Schatz, ATR-BC, LPC, NCC, CCTP is a counselor and art therapist at Blue Pines Counseling, Holistic Arts Studio in Cedarburg, Wisconsin. She is a board certified art therapist, nationally certified licensed professional counselor with advanced training in nutritional psychiatry, and is a certified clinical trauma professional. https://www.bluepinescounseling.com/blog/exploring-the-mind-body-connection monthly 0.5 2026-01-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6107f23c3ce1c35e9fab4f9b/cf9fd44b-c776-4195-8c75-8914e904d1e3/Picture1.jpg Holistic Mental Health Blog - Exploring the Mind Body Connection: Felt Sense - Make it stand out Adobe Stock Generative AI Image https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6107f23c3ce1c35e9fab4f9b/1754662026021-OEQO6XQ1Y6ROTHYXTAZN/bluepinesarttherapy.jpg Holistic Mental Health Blog - Exploring the Mind Body Connection: Felt Sense - The felt sense is especially relevant in art therapy because it bridges inner experience and creative expression, allowing for a deeper, embodied process of self-understanding. The felt sense connects what’s inside the body to what’s outside on the page, creating a powerful space for healing that’s somatic, expressive, and integrative. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6107f23c3ce1c35e9fab4f9b/a4e96cf3-459a-43b1-b97e-d68da53f1fe8/Abstract1.jpg Holistic Mental Health Blog - Exploring the Mind Body Connection: Felt Sense - It enhances self-awareness and insight When an individual creates from their felt sense and reflects on the artwork, they often gain clarity or language for experiences they didn’t understand before. A vague discomfort in the stomach might become an image of a tangled rope and later revealed to symbolize confusion, grief, or anxiety. Through this process, they learn to name, make sense of, and care for their emotional states. This is especially powerful in trauma-informed work, where accessing and processing stored emotion often requires a safe, body-aware pathway. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6107f23c3ce1c35e9fab4f9b/289cd4f9-816a-416b-b379-8ef4335bb346/Artmaterials.jpg Holistic Mental Health Blog - Exploring the Mind Body Connection: Felt Sense - You can start to build this skill on your own by tuning into your body’s inner experience and expressing it visually, even if you can’t fully name it yet. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6107f23c3ce1c35e9fab4f9b/a3a14270-708d-49d1-b92c-228479327d08/feltsensearttherapy.jpg Holistic Mental Health Blog - Exploring the Mind Body Connection: Felt Sense https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6107f23c3ce1c35e9fab4f9b/181553c9-6e7e-4ef3-a3ac-d7642b1483c1/Deanna_Becker_BluePinesCounseling_03.png Holistic Mental Health Blog - Exploring the Mind Body Connection: Felt Sense - Deanna Becker, ATR-P, LPC, CCTP is a therapist at Blue Pines Counseling, Holistic Arts Studio in Cedarburg, Wisconsin. She is a registered art therapist, licensed professional counselor, and clinically certified trauma professional. If you are interested in learning more about Deanna and her approach feel free to visit her Bio page. https://www.bluepinescounseling.com/blog/continued-evidence-inflammation-impacts-mental-health monthly 0.5 2025-09-23 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6107f23c3ce1c35e9fab4f9b/70ba1013-c8cf-44f6-bd78-eaa97e6c368f/Screenshot+2025-04-29+at+4.16.57%E2%80%AFPM.jpg Holistic Mental Health Blog - Continued Evidence: Inflammation Impacts Mental Health - Make it stand out Adobe Stock Generative AI Image https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6107f23c3ce1c35e9fab4f9b/e71941f4-0bce-4f68-8fa1-a2ad9f187cc0/unsplash-image-dFBhXJHKNeo.jpg Holistic Mental Health Blog - Continued Evidence: Inflammation Impacts Mental Health - Most common DEA or DEA-related ingredients: Cocamide MEA DEA-Cetyl Phosphate DEA Oleth-3 Phosphate Lauramide DEA Linoleamide MEA Myristamide DEA Oleamide DEA Stearamide MEA TEA-Lauryl Sulfate Triethanolamine https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6107f23c3ce1c35e9fab4f9b/30b30a3e-6a34-4ec8-a76d-6bb722581d7f/unsplash-image-o2vx3hOPbUM.jpg Holistic Mental Health Blog - Continued Evidence: Inflammation Impacts Mental Health - Make it stand out Photo by Skyler Ewing via Pexels https://www.bluepinescounseling.com/blog/parts-of-you-an-introduction-to-internal-family-systems-z9aty monthly 0.5 2025-09-23 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6107f23c3ce1c35e9fab4f9b/a0e380ae-1eb7-4f9b-9027-958e7b1078c9/dove+hands.jpg Holistic Mental Health Blog - Parts of You: The Self & The Core of Who You Are - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6107f23c3ce1c35e9fab4f9b/d3198a0a-0632-40dc-a9a2-8abb090b1c70/walking+on+hand.jpg Holistic Mental Health Blog - Parts of You: The Self & The Core of Who You Are The Eight C’s allow the Self to be a compassionate witness and active leader, guiding parts toward healing and integration rather than taking over or suppressing emotions. We often catch glimpses of our Self in moments of peace, clarity, and connection, yet our protective parts quickly take over again. As Schwartz (2023) illustrates through metaphor, being Self-led is like recognizing the vastness of the ocean rather than focusing only on the waves crashing on the shore. With this broader perspective, we can listen to our parts with compassion and create a welcoming inner space where they feel seen, heard, and supported. By accessing the Eight C’s of the Self, we strengthen Self-leadership, deepening our sense of connection, authenticity, and fulfillment in life. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6107f23c3ce1c35e9fab4f9b/3bbd93a8-177b-46bd-939d-1c7198b00a8a/Autumn_Horn_Parts_of_You.jpg Holistic Mental Health Blog - Parts of You: The Self & The Core of Who You Are - Make it stand out "Self" by Autumn Horn https://www.bluepinescounseling.com/blog/art-therapy-and-trauma-recovery monthly 0.5 2026-03-27 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6107f23c3ce1c35e9fab4f9b/a84b66a4-50aa-4e48-b49b-e137760c7750/art_trauma_recovery.jpg Holistic Mental Health Blog - Art Therapy for Trauma Recovery: A Gentle, Effective Approach - Make it stand out Collage by Tiernee Schatz https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6107f23c3ce1c35e9fab4f9b/5b0b91e3-00ce-4c91-a884-3371192ec6a0/trauma_art_witness.jpg Holistic Mental Health Blog - Art Therapy for Trauma Recovery: A Gentle, Effective Approach - The Healing Power of Being Seen In my experience working with trauma, I often find that a big part of the healing process involves validation and resolving of the painful emotions associated with traumatic memories. Sometimes finding the right words and expressing empathy is enough, but more often, it is not. This makes sense considering research demonstrates traumatic memories are stored and activated in areas of the brain associated with emotional processing (the amygdala). Creating artwork and imagery that represents the emotional toll trauma takes, has a powerful cathartic effect, as well as a powerful witnessing effect. To witness, in terms of art therapy, is to be seen. To be truly understood and validated. To be believed, without question or doubt. Art created with the intent to process and express emotions associated with traumatic memories, has the capacity to truly transform and integrate trauma experiences in a healing and lasting way. For once we are seen, we are no longer seeking or hiding from resolution. Art allows for expression beyond words, helping integrate painful experiences into a more complete and compassionate understanding of yourself. 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