Body Release to Make Healing Come Radically Easy.

Body Release is my own concoction of modalities and intuition and it is built on the basis of energy healing and channeling WITH a foundation of somatic therapy (TVM) and embodiment work. Let me break down how & why I believe it works.

The Concept of Somatic Therapy and Psychology: A Synthesis of Leading Thinkers

Somatic therapy/psychology represents a transformative approach to healing that integrates the mind, body, and nervous system, rooted in the understanding that trauma, stress, and emotional wounds are not merely mental phenomena but deeply embodied experiences.

Pioneering this framework are the insights of Gabor Maté, Stephen Porges, Bessel van der Kolk, and Peter Levine, this framework redefines healing as a process of reconnection—both within the self and with others—through the body’s innate wisdom in order to heal in a bottom-up approach.

Conventional therapy and mindset work is top-down. Top down = using the mind to restructure how you feel and what you are able to execute on once you work up enough will. (Poor strategy because for 70% of the population, according to human design, does not have access to generating their own will power.

When you look at the colored pieces of the charts, notice how much variation there is, 70% of the population have the crown and ajna or the top two centers defined, which is what would be needed to be able to generate consistent MENTAL energy to power top-down processing. It’s no wonder it’s so easy to stagnate in traditional forms of therapy, while bottom up healing spurs radical transformation, quickly. From a mechanics perspective you simply have more power in the body (7 out of 9 centers, with a higher likelihood you will have 1+ defined).

Bottom-Up is healing the FOUNDATION before or in tandem with working with the mind. Bottom-up healing gives us more power to fix out system than top down give that a vast majority (95% of our experience is automatic, driven through our subconscious & stored in our tissues).

But… don’t you think you are in control? Let’s check out some of the simplest things that our consciousness automates to allow our mind to ponder, decide, and innovate with our neocortex. If we had to divert processing power to managing all this… we’d still be monkey’s swinging on trees or amoebas.

1. Homeostasis
2. Nervous System Regulation
3. Circulation
4. Respiration
5. Digestion
6. Automatic Protective responses
7. Senses
8. Cellular & Biochemical Processes

Just how much energy does this take?

Autonomic processing accounts for 50-60% of the body’s REE. body’s resting energy expenditure (REE), which makes up the majority of the body’s total energy budget.

Breakdown of Energy Use by Autonomic Functions

The resting energy expenditure (REE), which represents 60-70% of the body’s total daily energy use in most people, supports autonomic processes and vital functions. Within this, the following systems dominate:

Brain Activity (20-25% of Total Energy Use)

Cardiovascular System (10% of REE)

Respiratory System (5-10% of REE)

Digestive System (~10% of Total Energy Use After Eating)

Thermoregulation (~10% of REE)

Renal Function (~10% of REE)

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Core Concept: Trauma Lives in the Body, Not Just the Mind

Central to somatic therapy is the recognition that trauma isn’t stored solely as a memory in the brain—it is imprinted in the body’s physiology, manifesting as chronic tension, dysregulated nervous system patterns, and emotional stagnation. The body “remembers” what the mind forgets. This idea is echoed by:

• Bessel van der Kolk in The Body Keeps the Score: Trauma disrupts the body’s internal sense of safety and fragments the connection between mind and body. Healing involves re-establishing that connection, helping the body process stuck survival responses.
• Gabor Maté in When the Body Says No: Chronic stress, suppressed emotions, and unprocessed trauma lead to physical illnesses. The body acts as a barometer for unaddressed emotional pain.

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The Body as the Gateway to Healing

Somatic therapy uses the body as the primary entry point for healing, recognizing that:

1. Unresolved trauma is stored in the autonomic nervous system (Porges, Levine).
2. The body has an innate capacity to discharge survival energy and return to regulation when provided the right conditions (Levine).
3. Healing requires reclaiming the body’s ability to feel safe and connected (van der Kolk, Porges).

This approach invites clients to notice physical sensations, explore embodied emotions, and release tension through somatic practices, helping to resolve the imprint of trauma at its root.

Through this, holding space and helping facilitate somatic release in an informed and compassionate way while doing energetic reprogramming is able to shortcut healing by giving care and love to your whole being.

What is TVM? (Triple Vagal Method)

TVM™ is an applied modality based on the polyvagal theory as developed by Stephen Porges. The body stores different types of trauma in different parts of the nervous system, soft tissue and organs which has the ability to be released through physical stimulation of the vagus nerve – rapidly switching from sympathetic (threat or survival mechanism) to the parasympathetic system (rest and digest). By doing this, the body is stimulated to liberate unresolved trauma safely, effectively and rapidly.

TVM™ safely and actively engages the nervous system in each session, to trigger oxytocin release in a calculated approach to rebuild vagal tone over time facilitating neuroplasticity and reprograming releasing trauma responses in the body. 

The Role of Polyvagal Theory in Trauma Healing and Resolving Stagnant Emotions

Polyvagal Theory, developed by Dr. Stephen Porges, provides a revolutionary framework for understanding the connection between our autonomic nervous system and trauma. At its core, the theory explores how the vagus nerve—a central player in the autonomic nervous system—shapes our emotional and physiological responses to safety, danger, and life-threatening experiences. By revealing the interplay between survival mechanisms and our capacity for connection, Polyvagal Theory offers profound insights into the roots of trauma and the ways it can impact our patterns and programming.

The theory identifies three hierarchical states of the autonomic nervous system: ventral vagal (safety and social engagement), sympathetic (fight-or-flight), and dorsal vagal (shutdown or freeze). Trauma disrupts our ability to fluidly navigate these states, trapping individuals in cycles of hyperarousal (sympathetic) or hypoarousal (dorsal vagal). These survival responses, while adaptive during a traumatic event, become maladaptive over time, leading to chronic states of emotional or physical dysregulation.

When emotions and sensations tied to trauma are not processed, they often become “stuck” in the body, manifesting as tension, chronic pain, or a sense of emotional numbness. Polyvagal Theory explains this stagnation through the lens of nervous system dysregulation—where the body remains locked in defensive patterns, unable to return to the ventral vagal state of safety and connection.

By understanding the polyvagal hierarchy and recognizing signs of nervous system activation, individuals can work to resolve stagnant emotions and reintegrate fragmented experiences. Polyvagal Theory reframes trauma not as a mental or emotional flaw but as a physiological response that can be healed by restoring the body’s innate capacity for safety, connection, and emotional flow.

Through this lens, trauma healing becomes a journey of nervous system regulation, where the body is both the container of trauma and the gateway to liberation.

Why Oxytocin Reconciles Trauma

Oxytocin: The “Love Hormone”

Oxytocin, often referred to as the “love hormone,” is a neuropeptide known for its role in social bonding, trust, and attachment. Traditionally associated with labor and lactation, oxytocin is now recognized for its involvement in a broader range of physiological and psychological functions. Oxytocin influences social behaviors, empathy, stress regulation, wound healing and behaves as a natural pain killer for both physical and emotional trauma and distress.

Fascia: The Body’s Connective Tissue Network

Fascia, a pervasive and intricate web of connective tissue, is present throughout the body, enveloping muscles, organs, and nerves. Previously thought of as a passive support structure, fascia is now understood to be a dynamic and highly responsive system. It provides structural integrity, transmits forces, and plays a crucial role in movement, coordination, and proprioception.

The Vagus Nerve: The Body’s Information Superhighway

The vagus nerve, one of the longest cranial nerves, plays a vital role in regulating many aspects of our physiology, including heart rate, digestion, respiration, and emotional responses. Often referred to as the “wandering nerve,” it connects the brain to numerous organs and tissues, (which are all connected in the tissue network of the fascia) serving as a two-way communication channel between the brain and the body. The vagus nerve acts a major component of the parasympathetic nervous system, promoting rest, relaxation, and recovery.

How Oxytocin Connects Fascia and the Vagus Nerve

Studies suggest that oxytocin receptors are present in fascial tissues throughout the body, indicating a direct interaction between oxytocin and the fascial network. Oxytocin has been shown to influence fascial tension and elasticity, potentially affecting movement patterns, posture, and overall body awareness.

Additionally, oxytocin has been found to modulate the vagus nerve’s activity, stimulating the release of acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter that promotes relaxation and a sense of well-being. This interaction highlights the potential role of oxytocin in regulating the vagus nerve’s response to stress, inflammation, and emotional states, ultimately impacting overall physical and emotional health.

The connection between oxytocin, fascia, and the vagus nerve presents a captivating area of study within the realm of human physiology, underscoring the intricate interplay between neurochemistry, connective tissues, and the autonomic nervous system.