Linda Thai

Linda Thai, a trauma therapist with expertise in brain-and body-based modalities, dives deep into resilience and healing. She explains the complexities of the nervous system and its role in managing stress and trauma. Listeners discover practical tools for resetting their nervous systems and identifying signs of stress, burnout, and trauma. Thai emphasizes the significance of community connections and mindfulness, while sharing techniques like breathwork and movement for emotional well-being. Her insights redefine what it means to heal and nurture oneself.

Linda Thai, a trauma therapist specializing in intergenerational impacts of historical trauma, and Jungwon Kim, an award-winning writer focused on human rights, share profound insights into the effects of war and trauma on identity and communities. They discuss the psychological repercussions faced by descendants of trauma survivors, the role of culturally informed healing practices, and the importance of narrative justice. Highlighting the significance of community rituals and emotional expression, the conversation emphasizes pathways for communal healing and resilience.

In this engaging conversation, Linda Thai, a trauma-focused somatic therapist and educator, shares her insights into somatic healing. She discusses how disembodiment relates to historical trauma and cultural contexts, particularly for adult children of refugees. Linda introduces practical tools like gentle rocking and tracking Subjective Units of Nourishment (SUNs) to help clients regulate their nervous systems. She emphasizes the importance of expanding capacity for rest and integrating these practices ethically in therapy.