It is challenging to truly capture the essence of the method for resolving traumatic stress, primarily because it is “experiential” in nature, and a sophisticated and multifaceted approach. Neither brief nor long descriptions do the work justice until one has experienced the process whereby feelings and meaning emerge.
The method is sometimes referred to as a psycho-physiological approach, or a body/mind therapy. It draws on the latest cutting edge-scientific research coming from fields of traumatology, neurophysiology and somatic psychology.
David actively utilizes touch in coordination with dialogue while monitoring bodily sensations. While touch is one form of obtaining information; some clients prefer support without physical contact. David enlists numerous skills to inform and support a healing environment.
“Several researchers report how touch enhances therapeutic alliance…Therapists congruent, invited, and appropriate non-sexual touch is likely to increase a sense of empathy, sympathy, safety, calm, and comfort for clientsIt can also significantly enhance clients sense of being heard, seen, understood and acknowledged by their therapists.” —(Dr. Ofer Zur)
Clients remain fully clothed during sessions.