Trauma Therapy Pacing: The Nervous System Sets the Speed

Honoring the pace of healing: In trauma therapy with complex trauma, we cannot go faster than the nervous system of the client.
This guide explores the critical importance of attuning our therapeutic approach to our clients' physiological capacity—recognizing that rushed processing can reinforce trauma patterns rather than resolve them.

As practitioners, we must respect the body's wisdom and create conditions where sustainable healing becomes possible. The path to recovery isn't about speed—it's about safety, connection, and honoring each nervous system's unique timeline.