Nov 4, 2025 | nervous system, psychotherapy, transpersonal counseling
by Harmony Kwiker, MA, LPC, Founder of The Awakened Therapist Approach The Hidden Wisdom in Rupture In many authentic therapeutic relationships, there are moments when connection feels uncertain or strained. A client might pull back, go silent, or express frustration;...
Oct 29, 2025 | nervous system, psychotherapy, somatic therapy, spirituality
by Harmony Kwiker, MA, LPC, Founder of the Institute for Spiritual Alignment Why Polyvagal Theory Matters in Trauma Healing In somatic trauma therapy, understanding the nervous system is essential to creating safety and transformation. Polyvagal Theory, developed by...
Oct 28, 2025 | gestalt therapy, nervous system, psychotherapy, somatic therapy, spirituality
by Harmony Kwiker, MA, LPC, Founder of the Institute for Spiritual Alignment The Body as a Gateway to Consciousness Mindfulness has become a cornerstone of modern psychotherapy—and for good reason. The ability to witness our inner experience with awareness and...
Oct 15, 2025 | nervous system, somatic therapy
by Harmony Kwiker Your nervous system is the living bridge between body and spirit—the place where biology, energy, and consciousness meet. It is the instrument through which you experience connection, safety, and aliveness. When this system is regulated, your...
Aug 23, 2025 | emotional attunement, nervous system, psychotherapy
by Harmony Kwiker When we think of trauma, we often imagine memories, stories, or psychological imprints. Yet trauma is not only held in the mind—it lives in the body. Every contraction, every pattern of tension, every instinct to withdraw or brace is the body’s way...
Mar 20, 2025 | emotional attunement, nervous system, psychotherapy, transformation, transpersonal counseling
When a client is incongruent, there is a mismatch between their ideal self and their authentic experience, leading to feelings of discomfort or anxiety. Trying to be something that they are not, a client simultaneously expresses and perpetuates their patterns of...
