Somatic Regulation in Clinical Practice: Addressing the Physiology of Trauma and Anxiety- 4 CEs August 15, 2026

Somatic Regulation in Clinical Practice: Addressing the Physiology of Trauma and Anxiety- 4 CEs August 15, 2026

$60.00

Course Description

Traditional talk therapies provide crucial cognitive insights, but traumatic stress and chronic anxiety frequently bypass the rational brain, locking clients into distressing physical states of hyperarousal or dissociation. To bridge the gap between mental insight and physical relief, clinicians must understand how to access and regulate the autonomic nervous system from the bottom up.

This training explores the neurobiology of the stress response system and equips mental health professionals with actionable, body-based interventions. Participants will look beyond cognitive symptoms to examine how trauma and anxiety manifest somatically. You will learn to track nervous system states, utilize structural grounding techniques, and implement practical somatic tools that help clients discharge survival energy, widen their window of tolerance, and restore a sustainable sense of internal safety.

Learning Objectives

By the conclusion of this training, participants will be able to:

  • Analyze the neurobiological mechanisms through which trauma and chronic anxiety alter autonomic nervous system functioning and physiological stress responses.

  • Identify and assess common somatic trauma responses in session, evaluating their direct impact on a client’s capacity for emotional regulation.

  • Formulate and Implement practical, evidence-informed somatic interventions within a therapeutic framework to support autonomic nervous system regulation and client stabilization.

CE Hours

Completion of the full course provides 4 NBCC approved CE hours.

Registration Requirements

Participants may register for this training directly on the Zoom Platform up until the date of the training. A link with join information is provided. You may use this link at any time to sign in to the training platform, which will provide you with reminders 1 week, 1 day, and 1 hour prior to the training.

Registration fees are paid by credit or debit card using Stripe credit card payment processing through PayPal. A PayPal account is not necessary to register.

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Course Description

Traditional talk therapies provide crucial cognitive insights, but traumatic stress and chronic anxiety frequently bypass the rational brain, locking clients into distressing physical states of hyperarousal or dissociation. To bridge the gap between mental insight and physical relief, clinicians must understand how to access and regulate the autonomic nervous system from the bottom up.

This training explores the neurobiology of the stress response system and equips mental health professionals with actionable, body-based interventions. Participants will look beyond cognitive symptoms to examine how trauma and anxiety manifest somatically. You will learn to track nervous system states, utilize structural grounding techniques, and implement practical somatic tools that help clients discharge survival energy, widen their window of tolerance, and restore a sustainable sense of internal safety.

By the conclusion of this training, participants will be able to:

  • Analyze the neurobiological mechanisms through which trauma and chronic anxiety alter autonomic nervous system functioning and physiological stress responses.

  • Identify and assess common somatic trauma responses in session, evaluating their direct impact on a client’s capacity for emotional regulation.

  • Formulate and Implement practical, evidence-informed somatic interventions within a therapeutic framework to support autonomic nervous system regulation and client stabilization.CE Hours

Completion of the full course provides 4 NBCC approved CE hours.

This virtual course begins at 10:00 am EST and ends at 2:00 pm EST.

Registration Requirements

Participants may register for this training directly on the Zoom Platform up until the date of the training. A link with join information is provided. You may use this link at any time to sign in to the training platform, which will provide you with reminders 1 week, 1 day, and 1 hour prior to the training.

Registration fees are paid by credit or debit card using Stripe credit card payment processing through PayPal. A PayPal account is not necessary to register.

Presenter Information

Lynell A. Howard, PhD, NCC, LPC-S, CPCS

Dr. Lynell Howard is a Licensed Professional Counselor, National Certified Counselor, and Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor who has been in practice over 25 years. Dr. Howard has earned a Master’s degree in clinical psychology and Doctorate in organizational psychology. She holds licenses as a professional counselor in Georgia, Louisiana, and Texas and has been a practicing consultant and clinician in various settings. Aside from her work as a mental health clinician, Dr. Howard provides professional training, counseling, and support for professional organizations across the US, Europe, and Asia.

Contact Information:

Howard Harris & Associates, LLC

2795 Main St. W Suite 19A

Snellville, GA 30078

678-775-8620

info@howardharrisassociates.com

www.howardharrisassociates.com

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