Therapists aren’t supposed to carry every story home, yet the body often tells on us—tight jaws, creeping headaches, short tempers after a stacked day of sessions. We open up about the small, repeatable habits that keep us steady while doing deep trauma work, and why modeling regulation is as therapeutic as any technique. From two‑minute breath resets to stepping outside for a quick hit of sun, we share the simple practices that restore presence between clients.

We dig into the science‑meets‑practice sweet spot: walking as natural bilateral stimulation that helps the brain file what’s heavy and surface adaptive associations. You’ll hear how a therapy dog can become a co‑regulator, why a warm cup of tea or a shoulder stretch matters more than it seems, and how a humble notepad keeps working memory clear when to‑dos flood in. We also talk candidly about red flags—nighttime teeth grinding, tension headaches, and emotional spillover at home—and how to respond before burnout sets in with movement, boundaries, and selective rest.

Community is the safety net. Supervision and peer consultation stop the echo chamber of self‑doubt and offer grounded strategies for stubborn EMDR targets. We make the case that vulnerability is a clinician’s superpower: name what isn’t working, get perspective, and protect your craft with scheduled consults that you don’t skip. Whether you’re new to EMDR or a seasoned therapist, you’ll leave with a clear pre‑session ritual, a reset plan between clients, and a shift from fixing to witnessing so you can stay effective without absorbing the load.

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