37. Rising to Safety: Amanda Ashy's Trauma-Informed Path to Healing and Empowerment

37. Rising to Safety: Amanda Ashy's Trauma-Informed Path to Healing and Empowerment

In this episode of the Real Joy Recovery Podcast, Michele Waterman welcomes Amanda Ashy, a certified and trauma-trained mindfulness, emotional intelligence, and somatics coach. Amanda shares her journey of working with parents, children, and women to help them regulate their nervous systems and manage trauma. She offers a unique blend of clinical nutrition, mindfulness coaching, and myofascial energetic release bodywork, making her approach holistic and comprehensive.

Amanda's work with Unyte Integrated Listening and the Safe and Sound Protocol is highlighted as a key tool for nervous system regulation. The conversation dives into the challenges faced by neurodivergent children and their families, offering practical advice on emotional regulation and support. Amanda's dedication to helping families navigate autism, ADHD, and anxiety shines through as she shares her insights on creating a supportive environment for healing.

Michele and Amanda discuss the importance of trauma-informed care and the need for parents to be involved in their children's therapeutic processes. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to understand the complexities of trauma and find effective strategies for healing.