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The basics of trauma and your nervous system in healing - taught by an actual psychotherapist. Practical tools, real psycho-education.
Your nervous system doesn't know the difference between "that was years ago" and "that's happening right now." This session is here to help explain why - and what to do about it.
Led by a qualified psychotherapist with specialism in Trauma, Poly-Vagal Theory and body-informed approaches, this is an hour spent making sense of the basics of trauma and the nervous system without the clinical jargon or the vague "just breathe" advice you've probably already heard. You'll leave with a real understanding of what's going on in your body when you're triggered, shut down, or stuck in fight-or-flight - and practical tools you can use, tailored to modern life.
What we'll cover (45 minutes):
• What trauma actually is (and isn't) - and why it lives in the body, not just the mind
• The basics of your nervous system: fight, flight, freeze, and fawn explained simply
• Why you can't "think" your way out of a trauma response
• Signs your nervous system is dysregulated (even when things look fine on the surface)
• Practical, evidence-informed tools to help you regulate in the moment and build long-term resilience
Q&A (15 minutes):
The last 15 minutes are yours. Bring your questions - whether that's about something raised in the session, your own experience, or how this applies to your specific situation. Nothing's too basic to ask.
Things to know:
• This is psycho-educational, not group therapy - it's a space to learn, not to process personal material in depth
• All are welcome, no prior knowledge needed
• Delivered online, 1 hour total
• A safe, non-judgemental space - come as you are
More info: https://nielsentherapy.co.uk
Estorick Collection of Modern Italian Art, 39a Canonbury Square, London N1 2AN
Estorick Collection traces six decades of Emilio Isgrò’s verbo-visual practice, centred on his Cancellatura technique of obscuring printed text to reveal new meanings and visual rhythms. On view until Sunday 6 September. Open Wednesday–Saturday 11:00–18:00 and Sunday 12:00–17:00; last admission is 30 minutes before closing. Adult £9.50; concessions £7.50; students £4; Universal Credit £1; free for under-18s, carers and members.
A free, informal writing group meeting on alternating Wednesday evenings at The Snooty Fox. The sessions are designed for focused work and community building: 90 minutes of dedicated individual writing time followed by a social period to connect with other local writers and discuss projects. Bring whatever you're working on—no experience needed!
Sadler’s Wells Theatre, Rosebery Avenue, London EC1R 4TN
Sadler’s Wells Theatre Culture Club offers Friday talks and workshops exploring creativity, wellbeing, dance and the theatre’s programme. Sessions are open to anyone aged 18 or over, with any level of ability or experience.
Ten one-hour sessions run from 11 September to 4 December, each starting at 14:00. Tickets are £0, with a stated £4 transaction fee, and are released on the last Friday of each month at 10:00. Limited same-day tickets are first-come, first-served, so the venue recommends arriving early.
Free fortnightly mindfulness meditation sessions open to all levels, held on Mondays from 1:00pm to 1:30pm. Scheduled dates listed are April 13 & 27, May 4 & 18, and June 1 & 15 (April 27 and May 4 are consecutive weeks). Organised in association with Newington Green Meeting House Revolutionary Ideas and New-Unity. Contact mindfulsingerl@gmail.com for more info.
