by Danni | Feb 8, 2026 | Thoughts
Somatic experiencing is a body-based therapy that focuses on how trauma lives in the nervous system. Rather than only talking through painful memories, it helps bring attention to the physical responses our bodies hold onto, tight shoulders, a clenched jaw, a held...
by Danni | Feb 1, 2026 | Thoughts
When we talk about trauma recovery, especially for gay men who haven’t always felt safe being fully seen, the conversation has to include support that works beyond words. EMDR is one type of therapy that brings the body and mind into the process, not by talking...
by Danni | Jan 25, 2026 | Thoughts
When emotional pain doesn’t get a chance to move through the body, it often doesn’t just go away. It sticks. And sometimes, it stays stuck for years or even decades. Many gay men carry this kind of weight from early life experiences, times when it wasn’t...
by Danni | Jan 18, 2026 | Thoughts
Flashbacks can hit suddenly. One moment you’re fine, the next you’re stuck in an experience that feels nothing like the present. For many gay men living with unresolved trauma, these flashbacks don’t just resurface mentally. They pull at the body, the...
by Danni | Jan 11, 2026 | Thoughts
Starting a yoga practice can stir up more than just tight hamstrings. For many gay men in San Francisco, trauma changes how the body feels and how safe it is to show up in a group setting. Past experiences, whether recent or long buried, can shape expectations and...
by Danni | Jan 4, 2026 | Thoughts
When things feel off or distant, many of us forget to check in with our body. It’s easy to stay stuck in our head, especially during winter when everything slows down. For gay men, reconnecting with the body can feel layered. Past experiences, pressures, or...
