140 | Body-First Healing: Get Unstuck and Recover from Trauma with Somatic Healing with Britt Piper

Healing from trauma isn’t just about talking through our past—it’s about reconnecting with our bodies. In this powerful episode of Gather in Growth, I sit down with Brittany Piper, internationally recognized speaker, Somatic Experiencing® Practitioner, and author of Body-First Healing: Get Unstuck and Recover from Trauma with Somatic Healing. Britt’s work is transforming the way we understand trauma recovery, shifting the focus from revisiting painful memories to healing through the nervous system.If you’ve ever felt stuck in your healing journey, experienced chronic stress, anxiety, or trauma-related symptoms, or wondered why traditional talk therapy hasn’t worked for you, this episode is for you. We dive into the science behind somatic healing, why trauma is stored in the body rather than the mind, and how you can release stored survival energy to regulate your nervous system.As someone who has been deeply inspired by Britt’s work, I couldn’t be more excited to share this conversation with you. Whether you’re on your own healing journey, supporting a loved one, or looking for somatic tools for trauma recovery, you’ll walk away with deep insights and tangible takeaways that can change the way you approach healing.In This Episode, We Cover:Why talk therapy isn’t always enough for trauma recovery – and how somatic healing takes a different approachThe science behind somatic experiencing and nervous system regulation – how trauma lives in the body, not just in the mindWhy trauma keeps us stuck in survival mode – and how to begin releasing stored survival energyThe difference between top-down (cognitive) healing and bottom-up (body-based) healingSomatic tools for trauma healing – including shaking, movement, breathwork, and sensory awarenessUnderstanding the vagus nerve and nervous system regulation – how 80% of signals travel from the body to the brain, not the other way aroundHow trauma affects relationships and emotional triggers – and why somatic healing is key to breaking intergenerational cyclesHow to discharge stress hormones and complete the body's trauma responseBe sure to hit subscribe so you never miss the latest episode!Connect with Britt:Grab Britt’s Book: Body-First Healing: Get Unstuck and Recover from Trauma with Somatic HealingWork with Britt: The Body-First Healing ProgramFollow Britt on Instagram: @healwithbritt |@bodyfirsthealingConnect with Emily:Follow on Instagram and FacebookJoin my email listCheck out my websiteConnect with me on LinkedInVisit my website for more resources, coaching, and podcast episodes: www.EmilyReuschel.comResources and Links:Gather in Growth Sponsorship Inquiry – Apply HereBook Me as a Speaker for Your Next Event – Email inquiries to [email protected] or schedule a call hereGather in Growth Podcast Production – Produced by Jill Carr Podcasting | Learn More