Trauma can leave deep imprints, not just in the mind, but in the body and nervous system. Sometimes those imprints are so intense that it becomes hard to move forward, even with therapy. You may feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unable to access certain memories or emotions. Deep Brain Reorienting offers a way to begin healing from the very first moments of trauma. At Collective Healing Solutions, I offer Deep Brain Reorienting to help adults process shock and trauma gently and safely.

Deep Brain Reorienting (DBR) is a specialized trauma therapy that works with the brain’s initial response to traumatic events. Unlike traditional methods that focus on memory or thought patterns, DBR helps the brain process the original shock that occurred before other trauma responses, such as fight, flight, or freeze. This approach supports deep healing by working at the root level of trauma, where many emotional and physical symptoms originate.

I offer trauma therapy with Deep Brain Reorienting in Burnsville MN, along with virtual sessions throughout Minnesota. Whether you’re seeking help for PTSD, anxiety, or emotional overwhelm, DBR can offer a powerful path to healing.

Deep Brain Reorienting is an innovative trauma therapy, which was developed by Dr. Frank Corrigan to address the earliest, often subconscious responses to trauma. When something distressing happens, our brainstem reacts instantly, even before we are fully aware of the event. This shock response occurs before the flight, fight or freeze responses and can block the body’s natural healing process.

In Deep Brain Reorienting therapy, we focus on helping the brain release this initial shock. This makes it easier to process the full traumatic experience without becoming overwhelmed. DBR is especially helpful for clients who have struggled with other types of trauma therapy or have found them to be too intense.
DBR therapy is gentle and does not require in-depth discussion of the traumatic event. Instead, we work with sensations and awareness, allowing the brain and body to do the healing they were not able to complete at the time of the trauma.

As a trauma therapist, I use DBR to help clients who may feel stuck in their healing process or are simply seeking a more gentle approach. DBR allows us to process trauma in layers, beginning with the brain stem and releasing shock to allow the body’s innate healing process.

Trauma can result from many different experiences, including:

• Car accidents or physical injuries
• Childhood abuse or neglect
• Natural disasters or life-threatening events
• Witnessing violence or sudden loss
• Emotional or psychological abuse
• Medical trauma or invasive procedures

What matters is not how “big” the trauma was, but how your system responded. Deep Brain Reorienting focuses on the shock response that occurs during traumatic experiences.

Many people experience trauma-related symptoms long after the event, including:

• Anxiety, fear, or constant tension
• Emotional numbness or disconnection
• Flashbacks or intrusive thoughts
• Sleep problems or nightmares
• Difficulty concentrating or feeling present
• Physical symptoms without medical explanation
• Avoidance of reminders or places
• A sense of being stuck in the past

These symptoms are often linked to traumatic experiences. Unlike other forms of trauma therapy, DBR therapy focuses on releasing traumatic shock to allow the body and mind to move toward balance.

You may benefit from Deep Brain Reorienting in Burnsville MN if you:

• Feel stuck in your trauma healing journey
• Have tried other therapies without success
• Experience strong emotional or physical reactions when thinking about trauma
• Have a history of early or developmental trauma
• Struggle with chronic anxiety, fear, or emotional pain
• Want a gentle, body-aware approach to trauma healing
• Feel disconnected from your body or emotions
• Seek a deeper understanding of your trauma responses

Deep Brain Reorienting is also helpful for recent trauma. Processing shock early can prevent long-term distress and support faster recovery. Whether your trauma is recent or from many years ago, DBR offers a way to heal that honors your experience and your pace.