“Transforming Touch® is the practice of becoming more aware, paying attention, holding intention, being more fully present for whatever is happening within the client while supporting being more responsive and authentic…in holding a safe space for our clients to rediscover their whole, true selves.” –Stephen Terrell, PsyD
Transforming the Experience-Based Brain (TEB) is a “Trauma-Informed” modality that implements Regulation-Focused Approach to the repair and healing of Developmental Trauma. The modality is based on the idea that when there are ruptures during early platform development, they continue to disrupt a person’s life. TEB incorporates presence, regulation, and relationship to repair these ruptures.
Transforming the Experience-Based Brain (TEB) creates a Safe Haven where the client can begin to experience a sense of trust between themselves and the therapist. Even though these changes may be subtle, they hold powerful consequences for our client.
Transforming the Experience-Based Brain (TEB) allows for a series of ruptures and repairs. This creates the opportunity to redesign those earlier platforms.
Transforming the Experience-Based Brain (TEB) supports the importance of presence and relationship. John Bowlby’s work showed us the importance of the Secure Base while growing and healing. This relationship supports the client’s transition from insecure attachment to earned secure attachment. This transition opens the way for the client to show increased vulnerability which increases the potential for healing.
Transforming the Experience-Based Brain (TEB) reflects the understandings of Developmental Trauma and relies on studies such as Adverse Childhood Experience Study. This study shows the importance of intervention in someone’s life who was exposed to Developmental Trauma. Intervention can and will prevent a lifetime of disease.
Stephen J. Terrell, PsyD, SEP is a recognized leader in Developmental Trauma. He trains healers, therapist and bodyworkers across the world on cutting edge treatment to stabilize autonomic nervous system and support clients in moving to a new normal. Terrell is the founder of Austin Attachment Counseling Center which treats those affected by Developmental Trauma.
Stephen Terrell and Kathy Kain co-wrote: Nurturing Resilience: Helping Clients Move Forward from Developmental Trauma–An Integrative Somatic Approach which is an innovative book in a growing field of neuroscience-informed, somatic approaches. that assists healers, therapists and bodyworkers to help clients stabilize their nervous system to heal developmental trauma.
Stephen J. Terrell, PsyD, SEP is a recognized leader in Developmental Trauma. He trains healers, therapist and bodyworkers across the world on cutting edge treatment to stabilize autonomic nervous system and support clients in moving to a new normal. Terrell is the founder of Austin Attachment Counseling Center which treats those affected by Developmental Trauma.
Kathy L. Kain,PhD has practiced and taught bodywork and trauma recovery skills for more than 42 years. She teaches in Europe, Australia, Canada, and throughout the United States. Kathy’s trainings cover various interwoven focus areas, including trauma recovery, somatic touch, self-regulation skills, and resilience. These focus areas ultimately weave together into a unified somatic approach to touch, awareness, and embodiment. Her educational approach encourages students to engage an ongoing practice that deepens their skills and expertise as they gradually embody the work and make it their own. Kathy is a senior trainer in the Somatic Experiencing training program, an adjunct faculty member of Sonoma State University, and was a senior trainer for 12 years in the Somatic Psychotherapy training program based in Sydney, Australia.