Meet Jefa: Andrea Bayon - Mar Y Sol Therapy & Wellness

Tell us what you think about the episode!!As we journey through life, we often come across challenges that lead us to seek healing and understanding. On the path to wellness, we are thrilled to welcome Andrea Bayon, a Latin somatic trauma therapist from Mar y Sol Wellness. She's an advocate for holistic healing through body-centered practice, a journey that has been deeply influenced by her Mexican heritage. We'll explore Andrea’s world of body, mind, and spiritual integration for a balanced approach to healing.In this riveting conversation, we delve into the intricate relationship between trauma and our connection to our bodies. Andrea shares her own experience with an autoimmune disorder and provides tangible advice for the healing process. Highlighting body awareness and the release of stress, she sheds light on the power of grounding, reconnecting, and simply noticing what is already within. This episode is a testament to the human resilience and our innate ability to heal and seek balance. In an ever-busy world, the importance of community support and holistic wellness cannot be overstated. Andrea, through her work at Mar y Sol Wellness, provides insights into the role of rest and the resetting of the body. With her, we learn about the body-nervous system connection and how we can harness this knowledge to enhance our well-being. Join us on this enlightening journey of exploration, understanding, and community growth. This conversation is an invitation to connect deeper with yourself and your community through the lens of holistic wellness.Meet Jefa: Andrea Bayon - Mar Y Sol Therapy & WellnessAndrea (she/her/ella) is a Latine somatic trauma therapist who offers resources and support to those in search of holistic healing through body-centered practice. In a therapeutic setting, Andrea utilizes a variety of somatic (body-centered) approaches tailored to meet the unique needs of the individual or group. Specialties include those who are experiencing anxiety, panic, depression, grief & loss, chronic illness, OCD, PTSD, physical, emotional, psychological, spiritual abuse or neglect, experiences of immigration, and identity work. Andrea also specializes in working with those who identify as Latine/x, LGBTQIA+, BIPOC, parents/caregivers of young children, sex workers, and survivors of complex trauma.Outside of therapy, Andrea seeks to disrupt oppressive systems by supporting the innate healing and well-being of other healing practitioners, and their communities. Areas of expertise and passion include: - Nervous System Restoration- Ritual & Ceremony- Burn-out to Radiance- Integration Beyond Decolonizing- Intersection of Science & Mystery- Somatic Work Andrea is in relationship with her partner, 2 children, 3 pet ducks, Mamita Tierra & the life within, wisdom in Ancient Mexica medicine, and support in both human & ancestral form.She loves singing, movement, spending time in garden dirt or beach sand, and enjoying the beauty & depth of intimacy in relationship Learn more about Andrea's work:www.marysolwellness.comwww.marysolwellness.com/linkswww.instagram.com/mar_sol_wellnesswww.linkedin.com/in/andrea-baySupport the show☕️ Visit the Cafecito Con Jefas Website☕️ Join the Cafecito Con Jefas Community☕️ Support the show