Polyvagal Freeze, Obsessions, Scattered Thinking, & Other Cognitions

Stuck Not Broken

Why do you get obsessive, ruminating, or scattered thinking? Justin Sunseri answers this question through the lens of the Polyvagal Theory. He explains freeze and then describes how that results in cognitive shifts.

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Crisis resources:

• National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 [phone]
• National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 [phone]
• LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 [phone]
• National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 [phone]
• 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 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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Shutdown to Stillness Cohort 3

I can't wait to see you in Shutdown to Stillness cohort #3! To sign up, become a Total Access Member through the link below. https://www.justinlmft.com/totalaccess These are the dates and times for Cohort 3: - Wednesday, October 30, 3-4:30pm PST - Wednesday, November 6, 3-4:30pm PST - Wednesday, November 13, 3-4:30pm PST - Wednesday, November 20, 3-4:30pm PST