TCTSY is a form of yoga or “mindful movement” that is an evidenced-based treatment for PTSD and the enduring symptoms of complex trauma. It was created by David Emerson and Jenn Turner of the Center for Trauma & Embodiment.
How yoga can help you heal
For many survivors, living in their body in the aftermath of trauma is incredibly challenging for so many reasons
-Jenn Turner
TCTSY is a practice that allows you to begin to reconnect with your body, establish a trusting and safe enough relationship, and regain your own sense of agency. If interested, you can learn more about the practice here.
Do you feel disconnected from your body, or from yourself? In TCTSY, the emphasis is on how the yoga forms (and movements) feel in your body, rather than how they look on the outside. You are invited to notice your internal sensations, with the aim to slowly and safely reconnect.
Do you struggle to feel a sense of control over your life? TCTSY emphasizes choice-making and invitation to foster empowerment in your body and therefore your life. Increasing connection with your body can help you learn how to identify emotions and healthy ways to express them, set boundaries with others, care for yourself, and more.
“The body is a piece of our experience, of ourself, that was left out of the therapy room … this is a way to bring the body into the process”
-David Emerson
TCTSY Offerings
Group Sessions
*Upcoming group this November, 2024!
I offer a group TCTSY series that consists of 6-8 weekly sessions at a local yoga studio.
Sessions consist of a 30-45 minute TCTSY practice, followed by some verbal processing of the practice.
Individual Sessions
I also offer 1 on 1 TCTSY sessions. These can be done as part of a traditional talk therapy session or as a stand-alone offering.
We will work together to create a plan that fits your needs and treatment goals.
Intro to TCTSY Seminar
This Half Day Seminar provides an introduction to the core concepts of and applications of TCTSY. It is designed for mental health professionals, yoga teachers, educators, and other service providers to learn about and use the knowledge within their scope of practice.
Duration is 1.5 – 3 hours long, depending on the needs of your institution.