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A Real Story of Self-Regulating out of Dorsal Vagal Shutdown: Macy's "Dancing"22 Oct 202400:18:29

Justin Sunseri shares an inspiring story from Macy to demonstrate effective self-regulation out of the Polyvagal state of shutdown. He explores Macy's experiences of navigating through states of immobilization—shutdown, freeze, and stillness—using music and movement to manage sympathetic activation. Justin also discusses why unexpected memories may pop into consciousness when practicing self-regulation.

00:00 Introduction to Self-Regulation Story

00:42 Macy's Experience with Shutdown and Freeze

01:11 Understanding Different States of Immobility

02:52 The Role of Safety in Self-Regulation

06:36 Macy's Journey to Mobilization

07:18 Welcoming Sympathetic Activation

08:41 Macy's Memory and Co-Regulation

09:11 Macy's Roundabout Memory

10:25 Understanding Self-Regulation

12:04 Present Moment Focus

14:52 Handling Sympathetic Activation

15:29 Upcoming Courses and Community

16:53 Invitation to Stucknaut Collective

18:05 Disclaimer

🔸Download the free SSIEC sheet by signing up for the email list resource - https://www.justinlmft.com/ssiec

🤩 Ready to go deeper? Explore resources at every price point—from free content to 1-on-1 coaching. Whether you're just beginning or ready for transformation, there's something designed for where you are right now. 👉 Visit https://www.stucknotbroken.com/how-i-can-help-you

😬 Need to catch up? Listen to the Polyvagal 101 audio series - https://player.captivate.fm/collection/cce134e7-1550-4d33-8e56-738d344c63b0

Crisis resources:

  1. National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255
  2. National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233
  3. LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386
  4. National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673
  5. Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741
  6. Call 911 for emergency

This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy.  Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship.  Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health symptoms.  Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.

Justin Sunseri is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist registered in the State of California (#99147).

Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast! When you do, you will immediately get the next episode as soon as it's available. What's better than having the next episode of SNB ready and waiting for you? (Nothing, that's what.)

Frustrated with Dorsal Vagal Shutdown? Here's Why and What to Do.16 Oct 202400:22:22

Are you transitioning from a shutdown state to sympathetic mobilization? I address the common emotions of frustration, irritation, and anger as positive indicators of moving up the Polyvagal ladder.

01:32 Teagan's Journey: From Shutdown to Stillness

02:03 The Importance of Permitting Defensive States

03:29 Imagery and Irritation: Teagan's Experience

04:39 The Role of Fight Activation in Self-Regulation

07:41 Movement and Sympathetic Activation

09:31 Validating and Normalizing Fight Activation

11:00 Embracing Self-Compassion

11:20 Understanding Defensive States

12:27 Navigating Shutdown and Activation

13:57 The Role of Stillness in Self-Regulation

15:11 Managing Frustration and Anxiety

16:29 Sustaining Energy and Mobility

19:16 Harnessing Frustration for Growth

20:46 Invitation to the Stucknaut Collective

21:58 Disclaimer and Final Thoughts

🤩 Ready to go deeper? Explore resources at every price point—from free content to 1-on-1 coaching. Whether you're just beginning or ready for transformation, there's something designed for where you are right now. 👉 Visit https://www.stucknotbroken.com/how-i-can-help-you

😬 Need to catch up? Listen to the Polyvagal 101 audio series - https://player.captivate.fm/collection/cce134e7-1550-4d33-8e56-738d344c63b0

Crisis resources:

  1. National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255
  2. National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233
  3. LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386
  4. National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673
  5. Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741
  6. Call 911 for emergency

This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy.  Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship.  Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health symptoms.  Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.

Justin Sunseri is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist registered in the State of California (#99147).

Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast! When you do, you will immediately get the next episode as soon as it's available. What's better than having the next episode of SNB ready and waiting for you? (Nothing, that's what.)

Self-Regulation: Should you challenge your safety state?11 Jun 202400:13:44

I answer questions about self-regulation and our safety state - should we challenge the capacity of our distress tolerance? Will this help strengthen our vagal brake?

🤩 Ready to go deeper? Explore resources at every price point—from free content to 1-on-1 coaching. Whether you're just beginning or ready for transformation, there's something designed for where you are right now. 👉 Visit https://www.stucknotbroken.com/how-i-can-help-you

😬 Need to catch up? Listen to the Polyvagal 101 audio series - https://player.captivate.fm/collection/cce134e7-1550-4d33-8e56-738d344c63b0

Crisis resources:

  1. National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255
  2. National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233
  3. LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386
  4. National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673
  5. Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741
  6. Call 911 for emergency

This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy.  Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship.  Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health symptoms.  Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.

Justin Sunseri is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist registered in the State of California (#99147).

Polyvagal Safety Cues and Swiss Design17 May 202200:20:45

Safety cues: what they are and what they have to do with my newfound love of Swiss design!

Polyvagal One-Pagers - https://www.justinlmft.com/fileshare 

Building Safety Anchors -https://www.justinlmft.com/bsa 

Polyvagal 101 Class - https://www.justinlmft.com/PVT101

Intro/Outro music & Transition Sounds by Benjo Beats - https://soundcloud.com/benjobeats

National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255 National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233 LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386 National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673 Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741 Call 911 for emergency This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx. Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.

Polyvagal Theory for Teens - Rehearsal Presentation19 Apr 202200:25:08

I recorded a dry run of a presentation I did for some high schoolers. I edited out the exercises I did with them as it wouldn't make sense in an audio only. You can watch the slides on YouTube and see the videos/music that I used. YouTube version - https://youtu.be/KhVRbPW5_6E 

Polyvagal 101 Virtual Class - https://www.justinlmft.com/pvt101 

Building Safety Anchors - https://www.justinlmft.com/bsa 

Website - https://www.justinlmft.com 

 

National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255

National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233

LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386

National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673

Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741

Call 911 for emergency

 

This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, webinars, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy.  Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship.  Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx. Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.

Justin Sunseri is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in California (#99147).

Shame, Time-Outs, Will Smith, Evolution & More - Open Office Hour12 Apr 202200:54:33

A discussion with a few of my BSA students that attend the monthly Open Office Hour. Take one of my courses to join the monthly Q&A and discussion.

Polyvagal 101 Virtual Class - https://www.justinlmft.com/pvt101

Building Safety Anchors - https://www.justinlmft.com/challenge-page/BSA

Website - https://www.justinlmft.com

National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255 National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233 LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386 National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673 Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741 Call 911 for emergency This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, webinars, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx. Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Justin Sunseri is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in California (#99147).

Why is a Trauma Survivor's Vagal Brake Compromised?05 Apr 202200:07:48

An answer to someone's question from my Building Safety Anchors discussion group.

Polyvagal 101 Virtual Class - https://www.justinlmft.com/pvt101

Building Safety Anchors - https://www.justinlmft.com/bsa 

Website - https://www.justinlmft.com

National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255 National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233 LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386 National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673 Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741 Call 911 for emergency

This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, webinars, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx. Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Justin Sunseri is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in California (#99147).

Factors in Why We Get Addicted to One Thing vs Another29 Mar 202200:08:39

Why do we get addicted to one thing vs another? An answer to a listener's question.

Polyvagal 101 Virtual Class - https://www.justinlmft.com/pvt101

Building Safety Anchors - https://www.justinlmft.com/bsa 

Website - https://www.justinlmft.com

National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255 National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233 LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386 National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673 Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741 Call 911 for emergency

This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, webinars, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx. Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Justin Sunseri is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in California (#99147).

Being Pulled in Different Directions22 Mar 202200:12:00

Answer to a listener's question.

Polyvagal 101 Virtual Class - https://www.justinlmft.com/pvt101

Building Safety Anchors - https://www.justinlmft.com/bsa 

Website - https://www.justinlmft.com

National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255 National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233 LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386 National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673 Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741 Call 911 for emergency This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, webinars, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx. Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Justin Sunseri is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in California (#99147).

Acting Out vs Acting In15 Mar 202200:06:01

What is the difference between acting out and acting in? An answer to a listener's question.

Polyvagal 101 Virtual Class - https://www.justinlmft.com/pvt101 

Building Safety Anchors - https://www.justinlmft.com/bsa 

Website - https://www.justinlmft.com

National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255 National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233 LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386 National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673 Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741 Call 911 for emergency This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, webinars, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx. Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Justin Sunseri is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in California (#99147).

3 Years of SNB & My Next Steps11 Feb 202200:11:36
A brief summary of this episode
I've Tried Everything & I am Still Numb!08 Feb 202200:24:05

This episode is for the person that has "tried everything" and is still stuck in a defensive state. This episode specifically goes into the Polyvagal shutdown state and numbness.

Polyvagal 101 Virtual Class - https://www.justinlmft.com/pvt101 

Building Safety Anchors -https://www.justinlmft.com/bsa

Website - https://www.justinlmft.com 

Intro/Outro music & Transition Sounds by Benjo Beats - https://soundcloud.com/benjobeats

 

National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255

National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233

LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386

National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673

Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741

Call 911 for emergency

 

This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy.  Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship.  Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx.  Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.

Justin Sunseri is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in California (#99147).

You're Thinking, Not Feeling25 Jan 202200:16:37

Something that is keeping you stuck is thinking and not feeling.

 

Polyvagal 101 Virtual Class - https://www.justinlmft.com/pvt101 

Building Safety Anchors - https://www.justinlmft.com/challenge-page/BSA 

Website - https://www.justinlmft.com 

Intro/Outro music & Transition Sounds by Benjo Beats - https://soundcloud.com/benjobeats

 

National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255

National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233

LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386

National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673

Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741

Call 911 for emergency

 

This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy.  Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship.  Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx.  Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.

Justin Sunseri is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in California (#99147).

Dorsal Vagal Shutdown Daily Life: Real People Share Real Experiences10 Jun 202400:25:13

Justin Sunseri continues his exploration of the Shutdown Experiences Survey, this time discussing the results of how dorsal vagal shutdown affects people on a daily basis. How effective do people feel they are coping? How do they alter their daily lives?

🤩 Ready to go deeper? Explore resources at every price point—from free content to 1-on-1 coaching. Whether you're just beginning or ready for transformation, there's something designed for where you are right now. 👉 Visit https://www.stucknotbroken.com/how-i-can-help-you

😬 Need to catch up? Listen to the Polyvagal 101 audio series - https://player.captivate.fm/collection/cce134e7-1550-4d33-8e56-738d344c63b0

Crisis resources:

  1. National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255
  2. National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233
  3. LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386
  4. National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673
  5. Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741
  6. Call 911 for emergency

This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy.  Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship.  Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health symptoms.  Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.

Justin Sunseri is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist registered in the State of California (#99147).

Doubt is a Normal Part of Change18 Jan 202200:20:26

Not only is it normal, but can be used to your advantage...

Building Safety Anchors -https://www.justinlmft.com/bsa 

Polyvagal 101 Class  - https://www.justinlmft.com/PVT101  

Become a $5 Patron - https://www.patreon.com/justinlmft 

Intro/Outro music & Transition Sounds by Benjo Beats - https://soundcloud.com/benjobeats

 

National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255

National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233

LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386

National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673

Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741

Call 911 for emergency

This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy.  Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship.  Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx.  Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.

Polyvagal Safety - Book Review17 Jan 202200:13:20

Do I think you should buy the newest book from Dr Porges, the creator of the Polyvagal Theory? It's called "Polyvagal Safety" - yeah and nah.

Amazon link - https://amzn.to/3FbVXbu Polyvagal 101 - https://www.justinlmft.com/pvt101

Building Safety Anchors - https://www.justinlmft.com/bsa

Intro/Outro music & Transition Sounds by Benjo Beats - https://soundcloud.com/benjobeats

Neurocardiology Through the Lens of the Polyvagal Theory - https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5c1d025fb27e390a78569537/t/5cb67958eef1a19d9940fb5d/1555462489535/Neurocardiology+final+Porges+Kolacz.pdf

Polyvagal Theory: A Biobehavioral Journey to Sociality - https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2666497621000436

Play as a Neural Exercise - https://olivebranchsa.com/portfolio-view/play-as-a-neural-exercise-insights-from-the-polyvagal-theory/

Vagal Pathways: Portals to Compassion - https://integratedlistening.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/porges_compassion-final-7.2016.pdf

Yoga Therapy and Polyvagal Theory - https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5835127/

Mindfulness-Based Movement - https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5482784/

Brain-Body Connection May Ease Autistic People’s Social Problems - https://www.spectrumnews.org/opinion/viewpoint/brain-body-connection-may-ease-autistic-peoples-social-problems/

Reducing Auditory Hypersensitivities in Autistic Spectrum Disorder - https://www.researchgate.net/publication/264902145_Reducing_Auditory_Hypersensitivities_in_Autistic_Spectrum_Disorder_Preliminary_Findings_Evaluating_the_Listening_Project_Protocol

The COVID-19 Pandemic is a Paradoxical Challenge - https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8629069/

National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255

National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233

LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386

National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673

Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741

Call 911 for emergency

This podcast is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx. Nothing in this podcast should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.

High Stress Jobs & the Vagal Brake11 Jan 202200:28:53

If you work in a high-stress, high-mobility job, you need to hav your safety pathways active.

FREE Polyvagal eBook - https://www.justinlmft.com/signup

Building Safety Anchors -https://www.justinlmft.com/bsa

Polyvagal 101 Class - https://www.justinlmft.com/PVT101

Intro/Outro music & Transition Sounds by Benjo Beats - https://soundcloud.com/benjobeats

  • National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255
  • National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233
  • LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386
  • National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673
  • Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741 Call 911 for emergency

This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx. Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.

Safety Cue Dependency?04 Jan 202200:23:22

Can we get dependent on safety cues? I don't think it works that way...

Polyvagal 101 Virtual Class - https://www.justinlmft.com/pvt101

Building Safety Anchors - https://www.justinlmft.com/challenge-page/BSA

Website - https://www.justinlmft.com National

Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255

National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233

LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386

National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673

Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741

Call 911 for emergency This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, webinars, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx. Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Justin Sunseri is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in California (#99147).

Why Therapy Has Ignored the Body28 Dec 202100:26:40

Therapy lags when it comes to the body because it means the profession is not as special. Everyone owns and applies the Polyvagal Theory.

Polyvagal 101 Virtual Class - https://www.justinlmft.com/pvt101 

Building Safety Anchors - https://www.justinlmft.com/challenge-page/BSA 

Website - https://www.justinlmft.com 

Intro/Outro music & Transition Sounds by Benjo Beats - https://soundcloud.com/benjobeats

 

National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255

National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233

LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386

National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673

Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741

Call 911 for emergency

 

This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy.  Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship.  Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx.  Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.

Justin Sunseri is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in California (#99147).

Why You Should Focus on Behavior, Not Toxicity21 Dec 202100:22:48
A brief summary of this episode
Intimacy After Childhood Sexual Abuse History14 Dec 202100:25:37

An answer to a Stucknaut's question about childhood sexual trauma and its impact on intimacy.

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCduAkQrvmvWq2oy8aJSNcEQ 

Building Safety Anchors -https://www.justinlmft.com/bsa 

Polyvagal 101 Class  - https://www.justinlmft.com/PVT101  

Intro/Outro music & Transition Sounds by Benjo Beats - https://soundcloud.com/benjobeats

 

National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255

National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233

LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386

National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673

Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741

Call 911 for emergency

 

This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy.  Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship.  Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx.  Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.

Isolation Keeps You Stuck07 Dec 202100:13:47

Building Safety Anchors -https://www.justinlmft.com/bsa 

Polyvagal 101 Class  - https://www.justinlmft.com/PVT101  

Intro/Outro music & Transition Sounds by Benjo Beats - https://soundcloud.com/benjobeats

National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255

National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233

LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386

National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673

Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741

Call 911 for emergency

 

This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy.  Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship.  Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx.  Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.

Parenting Without Models of Good Enough Parents01 Dec 202100:31:40

My thoughts on a fellow Stucknaut's question about parenting without having gotten good enough parenting as a kid.

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Intro/Outro music & Transition Sounds by Benjo Beats - https://soundcloud.com/benjobeats

 

National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255

National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233

LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386

National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673

Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741

Call 911 for emergency

This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy.  Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship.  Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx.  Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.

Your Stories Keep You Stuck29 Nov 202100:14:41

Changing your thoughts is often the focus of mental health, but it's not the core problem. The problem is the autonomic state that your thoughts are stemming from.

Polyvagal 101 Webinar - https://www.justinlmft.com/webinar Building Safety Anchors - https://www.justinlmft.com/challenge-page/BSA Become a $5 Patron - https://www.patreon.com/justinlmft Website - https://www.justinlmft.com National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255 National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233 LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386 National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673 Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741 Call 911 for emergency This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, webinars, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx. Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.

Finding Polyvagal Safety When "Neurodiverse"21 May 202400:09:09

Justin Sunseri addresses a question about neurodivergence, safety, and connection. What does safety look like for someone who is "neurodivergent"?

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00:00 Introduction: Meet Justin Sunseri

00:13 Taking a Break: Life Updates and Future Plans

00:38 Addressing Neurodivergence: Safety, Connection, and Community Q&A

01:19 Exploring Safety and Connection in Neurodivergence

02:57 Personalizing Safety: Beyond Social Norms

05:20 Embracing the Present: Safety, Connection, and Personal Growth

07:41 Conclusion and Invitation to Engage

08:36 Disclaimer and Resources

🤩 Ready to go deeper? Explore resources at every price point—from free content to 1-on-1 coaching. Whether you're just beginning or ready for transformation, there's something designed for where you are right now. 👉 Visit https://www.stucknotbroken.com/how-i-can-help-you

😬 Need to catch up? Listen to the Polyvagal 101 audio series - https://player.captivate.fm/collection/cce134e7-1550-4d33-8e56-738d344c63b0

Crisis resources:

  1. National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255
  2. National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233
  3. LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386
  4. National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673
  5. Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741
  6. Call 911 for emergency

This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy.  Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship.  Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health symptoms.  Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.

Justin Sunseri is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist registered in the State of California (#99147).

Bad Therapy - "Get Over It" and Absolutely Awful Advice23 Nov 202100:25:14

Heidi Rogers join Justin Sunseri to discuss more Bad Therapy examples. Listen to the prior episode for the entire 2 parter.

Our episode on her podcast - https://www.heidirogers.com.au/blog/justin-sunseri-polyvagal-theory/ Heidi's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/heidirogers_/ Building Safety Anchors -https://www.justinlmft.com/bsa Polyvagal 101 Class - https://www.justinlmft.com/PVT101 Become a $5 Patron - https://www.patreon.com/justinlmft Intro/Outro music & Transition Sounds by Benjo Beats - https://soundcloud.com/benjobeats National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255 National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233 LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386 National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673 Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741 Call 911 for emergency This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx. Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.

Bad Therapy: "I Really Needed Help!", Client Quote Book & more!16 Nov 202100:35:03
Part 1 of 2, talking with Heidi Rogers about some bad therapy!

Our episode on her podcast - https://www.heidirogers.com.au/blog/justin-sunseri-polyvagal-theory/ 

Heidi's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/heidirogers_/ 

Building Safety Anchors -https://www.justinlmft.com/bsa 

Polyvagal 101 Class  - https://www.justinlmft.com/PVT101  

Become a $5 Patron - https://www.patreon.com/justinlmft 

Intro/Outro music & Transition Sounds by Benjo Beats - https://soundcloud.com/benjobeats

 

National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255

National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233

LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386

National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673

Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741

Call 911 for emergency

 

This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy.  Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship.  Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx.  Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.

A Husband's Defensive State or Autism?27 Oct 202100:32:36
I tackle a question from a listener about her husband and his defensive state... or is it autism? Building Safety Anchors  - https://www.justinlmft.com/bsa 

Become a $5 Patron - https://www.patreon.com/justinlmft

Intro/Outro music & Transition Sounds by Benjo Beats - https://soundcloud.com/benjobeats

Porges article - https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5c1d025fb27e390a78569537/t/5ccdfed0652deaddf2de9c8d/1557003986618/Vagus-autism-Bauman-Kemper.pdf

Link referenced - https://www.autismspeaks.org/what-are-symptoms-autism

National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255 National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233 LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386 National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673 Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741 Call 911 for emergency This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx. Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.

Can I Co-Regulate With Someone That Traumatized Me?19 Oct 202100:31:37

This is originally an answer to a Patron on my Patreon.

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Intro/Outro music & Transition Sounds by Benjo Beats - https://soundcloud.com/benjobeats

 

National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255

National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233

LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386

National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673

Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741

Call 911 for emergency

 

This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy.  Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship.  Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx.  Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.

What It's Like to be a Therapist in Government Jobs13 Oct 202100:40:52
It's a unique experience...

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Intro/Outro music & Transition Sounds by Benjo Beats - https://soundcloud.com/benjobeats

 

National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255

National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233

LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386

National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673

Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741

Call 911 for emergency

 

This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy.  Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship.  Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx.  Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.

Definition05 Oct 202100:22:21
The "Grammer Trilogy" wraps up with an episode on the importance of having accurate definitions and shared vocabulary in the process of getting unstuck.

Polyvagal 101 Webinar - https://www.justinlmft.com/webinar 

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Website - https://www.justinlmft.com 

National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255

National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233

LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386

National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673

Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741

Call 911 for emergency

This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, webinars, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy.  Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship.  Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx. Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.

Behavior vs Biology / Polyvagal Misconceptions 3of301 Oct 202100:02:55

I have a Polyvagal101 course coming up! Sign up here - https://www.justinlmft.com/webinar 

If you like what I'm doing here on the podcast, I think you'll really enjoy the webinar.

Simile28 Sep 202100:23:07

The role of similes in getting unstuck, noticing what's happening within you and communicating it to the self or someone else. (I recommend you listen to last week's episode before listening to this one.)

Building Safety Anchors -https://www.justinlmft.com/bsa 

Polyvagal 101 Webinar - https://www.justinlmft.com/webinar 

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Intro/Outro music & Transition Sounds by Benjo Beats - https://soundcloud.com/benjobeats

 

National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255

National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233

LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386

National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673

Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741

Call 911 for emergency

 

This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy.  Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship.  Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx.  Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.

Co-Regulation is not Just Support / Polyvagal Misconceptions 2of324 Sep 202100:02:13

I have a Polyvagal101 course coming up! Sign up here - https://www.justinlmft.com/webinar 

If you like what I'm doing here on the podcast, I think you'll really enjoy the webinar.

Metaphor21 Sep 202100:25:06

Metaphors absolutely have a place in therapy, but they can also be a hinderance.

Building Safety Anchors -https://www.justinlmft.com/bsa 

Polyvagal 101 Webinar - https://www.justinlmft.com/webinar 

Become a $5 Patron - https://www.patreon.com/justinlmft 

Intro/Outro music & Transition Sounds by Benjo Beats - https://soundcloud.com/benjobeats

 

National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255

National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233

LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386

National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673

Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741

Call 911 for emergency

 

This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy.  Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship.  Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx.  Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.

How Long Does Shutdown last Real People Answer (SNB 227)07 May 202400:21:59

I share the second round of results from my Shutdown Experiences Survey, including how far away safety feels and how long people live in shutdown. Gain new language for your experiences, plus lots of validation and normalization.

00:00 Introduction to episode 227

01:32 How far away does safety feel?

06:56 How long have you been in shutdown?

10:16 How long do acute shutdown experiences last?

13:10 Personal Shutdown Stories: Voices from the Survey

20:13 Support and Resources for Navigating Shutdown

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🔸Shutdown playlist - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0wCusCOxhNV0uWZIPt3bDvYNNh5kwnDX

🔹I'd love your feedback! - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeZhfJa5_AWDN1D4zDO1nDMqs7gl0UrKpmuCqRYLmA5et08zg/viewform?usp=sf_link

🤩 Ready to go deeper? Explore resources at every price point—from free content to 1-on-1 coaching. Whether you're just beginning or ready for transformation, there's something designed for where you are right now. 👉 Visit https://www.stucknotbroken.com/how-i-can-help-you

😬 Need to catch up? Listen to the Polyvagal 101 audio series - https://player.captivate.fm/collection/cce134e7-1550-4d33-8e56-738d344c63b0

Crisis resources:

  1. National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255
  2. National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233
  3. LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386
  4. National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673
  5. Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741
  6. Call 911 for emergency

This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy.  Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship.  Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health symptoms.  Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.

Justin Sunseri is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist registered in the State of California (#99147).

Freeze & Shutdown are Not the Same Thing / Polyvagal Misconceptions 1of317 Sep 202100:02:19

I have a Polyvagal101 course coming up! Sign up here - https://www.justinlmft.com/webinar 

If you like what I'm doing here on the podcast, I think you'll really enjoy the webinar.

Fierce Compassion from Parents14 Sep 202100:30:05

My thoughts on a Patron's/listener's question about their adult grandchild living in the home.

Building Safety Anchors - https://www.justinlmft.com/challenge-page/BSA 

Become a $5 Patron - https://www.patreon.com/justinlmft 

Intro/Outro music & Transition Sounds by Benjo Beats - https://soundcloud.com/benjobeats

National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255

National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233

LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386

National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673

Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741

Call 911 for emergency

 

This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy.  Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship.  Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx.  Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.

MaleSurvivor.org Webinar07 Sep 202100:57:41

https://malesurvivor.org/

Building Safety Anchors - https://www.justinlmft.com/challenge-page/BSA 

Become a $5 Patron - https://www.patreon.com/justinlmft 

Website - https://www.justinlmft.com 

Intro/Outro music & Transition Sounds by Benjo Beats - https://soundcloud.com/benjobeats

 

National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255

National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233

LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386

National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673

Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741

Call 911 for emergency

 

This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy.  Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship.  Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx.  Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.

Don't Get Lost in the Biology31 Aug 202100:15:43

A segment from a long, long chat I did with Kola Adetu. Don't get lost in the biology! Learning this stuff is fun, but you're a real person with a real present moment experience. You're not just a meat robot.

Full interview with Kola Adetu - https://www.instagram.com/tv/CS_S7uoqqoK/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link 

Building Safety Anchors - https://www.justinlmft.com/challenge-page/BSA 

Become a $5 Patron - https://www.patreon.com/justinlmft 

YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCduAkQrvmvWq2oy8aJSNcEQ 

Intro/Outro music & Transition Sounds by Benjo Beats - https://soundcloud.com/benjobeats

National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255

National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233

LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386

National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673

Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741

Call 911 for emergency

This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy.  Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship.  Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx.  Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.

the Equipment of a Stucknaut25 Aug 202100:23:06

Part 3 of 3 of my Stucknaut series.  Listen to the first two to catch up!

Building Safety Anchors - https://www.justinlmft.com/challenge-page/5180d0d1-fa0d-4833-8a96-b41546791435/

Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/justinlmft

Intro/Outro music & Transition Sounds by Benjo Beats - https://soundcloud.com/benjobeats

National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255

National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233

LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386

National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673

Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741

Call 911 for emergency

This podcast is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx. Nothing in this podcast should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.

the Adventures & the Treasure of a Stucknaut17 Aug 202100:31:48

Building on last week's episode - what are the adventures and the treasure of a Stucknaut?

"Trauma and Memory" book - https://amzn.to/3jGI64h (link takes you to Amazon where I get a portion of the sale at no extra cost to you)

Building Safety Anchors - https://www.justinlmft.com/challenge-page/5180d0d1-fa0d-4833-8a96-b41546791435/

This week’s Patreon episode - https://www.patreon.com/justinlmft 

Intro/Outro music & Transition Sounds by Benjo Beats - https://soundcloud.com/benjobeats

National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255

National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233

LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386

National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673

Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741

Call 911 for emergency

This podcast is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy.  Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship.  Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx.  Nothing in this podcast should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.

the Beliefs of a Stucknaut10 Aug 202100:22:45

Welcome fellow Stucknaut!  Listen to find out what the heck that is and what some core beliefs are of a Stucknaut.

Building Safety Anchors - https://www.justinlmft.com/challenge-page/5180d0d1-fa0d-4833-8a96-b41546791435/

This week’s Patreon episode - https://www.patreon.com/justinlmft 

Intro/Outro music & Transition Sounds by Benjo Beats - https://soundcloud.com/benjobeats

National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255

National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233

LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386

National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673

Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741

Call 911 for emergency

This podcast is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy.  Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship.  Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx.  Nothing in this podcast should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.

A Moment That Changed Me as a Therapist03 Aug 202100:10:17

Originally from my Patreon exclusive podcast - https://www.patreon.com/justinlmft

I discuss a time when I learned a valuable lesson about having healthy boundaries and positive expectations for therapy clients.

Bad Therapy - Vulgar Comment, Diabetes and Mentorship Offering27 Jul 202100:29:18
Mercedes Corona joins me to break down three short bad therapy stories.  One dealing with a vulgar piece of advice from a therapist, one dealing with maybe too much focus on diabetes and one dealing with an offering of mentorship.

Interested in working with Justin as your therapist?  Find out more information here - https://www.justinlmft.com/therapy

Building Safety Anchors - https://www.justinlmft.com/challenge-page/5180d0d1-fa0d-4833-8a96-b41546791435/

This week’s Patreon episode - "Mindfulness & the Polyvagal Theory" - https://www.patreon.com/justinlmft 

Intro/Outro music & Transition Sounds by Benjo Beats - https://soundcloud.com/benjobeats

National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255

National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233

LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386

National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673

Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741

Call 911 for emergency

 

This podcast is not theray, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy.  Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship.  Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx.  Nothing in this podcast should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.

Unfocused Rambling & Dismissing Trauma - Feedback Friday23 Jul 202100:34:17

A handful of entries for this FF.  I'd love to get your feedback on the podcast - what's going well and what needs work? Email justinlmft@gmail.com or send me an audio message through Instagram.

website & BSA course - www.justinlmft.com

Instagram - www.instagram.com/justinlmft

National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255

National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233

LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386

National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673

Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741

Call 911 for emergency

This podcast is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy.  Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship.  Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx.  Nothing in this podcast should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.

Real People Share Real Shutdown Experiences30 Apr 202400:26:00

Justin shares the felt experience results of his "Shutdown Experiences Survey." Real people in dorsal vagal shutdown share about their emotions, thoughts, and more. You will get more validation and normalization from this episode. Learn language for your shutdown experiences and ideas on what to do about it.

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0:00 Real People Share Real Experiences of Dorsal Vagal Shutdown (SNB 227)

01:00 the Shutdown Experiences Survey

02:43 Emotions of Shutdown

08:09 Thinking from Shutdown

11:30 Sensations of Shutdown

14:34 Impulses of Shutdown

18:06 What is it like to be in shutdown?

20:09 What's the Solution to Shutdown?

23:14 Outro

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This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy.  Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship.  Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health symptoms.  Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.

Justin Sunseri is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist registered in the State of California (#99147).

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Mercedes joins me in discussing the #1 song on the Billboard top 100 currently - "Butter" by BTS.

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National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255

National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233

LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386

National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673

Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741

Call 911 for emergency

This podcast is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy.  Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship.  Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx.  Nothing in this podcast should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.

"Trauma Through a Child's Eyes" Book Review16 Jul 202100:18:09

Is it worth buying? Absolutely. This is a great reference book to own physically. Lots of large ideas and specific interventions for parents, therapists, school personnel and more.

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Justin answers a questions from a Patron about the difficulties in coming out of shutdown, including some pieces that might be helpful.

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Intro/Outro music & Transition Sounds by Benjo Beats - https://soundcloud.com/benjobeats

 

National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255

National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233

LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386

National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673

Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741

Call 911 for emergency

This podcast is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy.  Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship.  Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx.  Nothing in this podcast should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.

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