Emma Simpson - Trauma-Informed Somatic Therapy

20/01/2026

Relationships can be one of the hardest parts of recovery.

Learning how to ask for what you need, say no without guilt, and stay regulated in difficult conversations can make a real difference — not just in relationships, but in staying well.

This 6-week DBT Interpersonal Effectiveness group is for people in addiction recovery who want practical, compassionate skills for navigating conflict, boundaries, and connection — without shame or pressure.

✨ Evidence-based DBT
✨ Trauma-informed & nervous-system aware
✨ Held in a supportive, non-judgemental group

🗓 Tuesdays | 6–9pm
📍 The Overcomers Place
💰 $300 for 6 weeks
📆 Starting this week

To enquire or register:
🔗 https://www.theovercomersplace.com.au/contact
📞 0417 663 539
✉️ info@theovercomersplace.com.au

Contact us.The Overcomers Place is happy to answer any questions that you may have about our exciting treatment program for any addiction.info@theovercomersplace.com.au Gladesville Centre: Level 3, 1 Jordan St Gladesville Bronte Centre: Lugar Brae Uniting Church Hall, Leichardt St, Bronte NSW 2024 ....

24/08/2025

🌿 Mindfulness for Everyday Life 🌿

Mindfulness is the simple practice of coming home to yourself — being present, on purpose, and with kindness.

It isn’t about “emptying your mind” or “getting it right.” It’s about noticing what’s here — your breath, your body, your surroundings — without judgment.

In DBT, mindfulness is a core skill because it helps calm the nervous system, reduce reactivity, and create space for choice. These same benefits can support anyone — whether you’re navigating stress, healing, or finding steadiness in recovery.

Try starting small:

✨ Mindful breathing – Follow your inhale and exhale, letting your shoulders soften.

✨ Deep listening – Let one sound around you anchor your attention.

✨ Mindful eating – Pause and truly savour each bite.

Each mindful moment is a way of telling your nervous system, “You’re safe.” Over time, these small practices create space for clarity, compassion, and a greater sense of balance. 🌱

22/08/2025

🛑 STOP is one of the simplest, most powerful DBT skills.
When emotions rise, STOP gives your brain and body a reset button.

S → Stop
Freeze. Don’t react on autopilot.

T → Take a Step Back
Breathe. Create space.

O → Observe
Notice your body and your surroundings.

P → Proceed Mindfully
Act with intention, not impulse.

A moment of pause can change everything.

✨ Reflection:
What situation this week could benefit from STOP? Share in the comments — you never know who your story might help. 💛

18/08/2025

🌿 Finding the Middle Path 🌿

In Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), we talk about three states of mind:

Reasonable Mind – logical, factual, structured.
Emotion Mind – reactive, passionate, feeling-driven.
Wise Mind – the balance, where heart and head meet.

Wise Mind is the middle path. It’s not about ignoring emotions or silencing reason—it’s about holding both and finding a deeper truth.

✨ The way to access Wise Mind is through mindfulness.

By practising the core skills - observe, describe, and participate—we create space to see clearly, respond wisely, and step forward with balance.

It’s not always easy (especially when shame, fear, or old patterns show up), but every time you pause, notice, and choose to engage mindfully, you are already in your Wise Mind.

💫 DBT skills aren’t just therapy tools- they’re life skills. They help us navigate recovery, relationships, and everyday choices with more compassion and clarity.

Today, may you find even a small moment to breathe, notice, and step into your own Wise Mind. 🌸

15/08/2025

✨ Two Paths to Reconnection & Renewal ✨

🌿 Somatic Counselling & Body-Based Healing

Where words meet the wisdom of the body. A gentle blend of talk therapy and somatic techniques to release tension, restore balance, and deepen your connection to yourself.

🤲 Somatic Bodywork

Mindful, hands-on work with the fascia, muscles, and nervous system. Slow down, tune in, and feel your body’s innate capacity for healing.

Whether you need emotional support, physical relief, or both, we’ll meet you exactly where you are.

📅 Book your session today and take the next step toward feeling grounded, connected, and restored.

11/08/2025

💛 A regulated nervous system really is a gift - for yourself, and for everyone you’re connected to.

When we can anchor into our own regulation, we can meet someone else’s dysregulation without being pulled into it.
Instead of reacting automatically, we get to respond - with presence, with kindness, with care.

This is what co-regulation is all about.
It’s how we build safety with each other.
It’s how healing becomes possible - together.

This perspective is inspired by the work of Deb Dana, LCSW, polyvagal therapist and co-founder of the Polyvagal Institute.

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25/10/2024

🌬️ “The mind is like the wind, and the body like the sand: if you want to know how the wind is blowing, you can look at the sand.” - Bonnie Bainbridge Cohen 🌾

Structural Integration (SI) and Somatic Experiencing® (SE™) both work with the idea that what’s happening physically often reflects our mental and emotional state. SI focuses on releasing tension in the fascia to realign the body, while SE™ helps us process trauma by paying attention to physical sensations.

Consider listening to your body if you’re feeling stuck, tense, or off-balance. It may be telling you more than you think. ✨💆‍♀️