Laura Schulz, LPC, MHSP

Laura Schulz, LPC, MHSP Counseling services for Individuals, couples and parents. Offering Tele therapy for all of Arizona

10/06/2025
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Your Body Remembers What Your Childhood Nervous System Felt
Researchers revealed a fascinating connection between our childhood experiences and our adult bodies. A new study shows that the patterns and signals formed by the nervous system in early life leave lasting imprints that continue to influence the way our bodies function decades later. These neural “memories” are not just in the brain—they are embedded in muscles, organs, and even immune responses, silently carrying the story of our earliest experiences.
The implications are profound. Childhood stress, trauma, or even nurturing environments can shape how we respond to stress, regulate emotions, and maintain physical health as adults. For instance, early exposure to chronic stress may affect heart rate, digestion, and immune resilience long after the triggering events have passed. Conversely, positive childhood experiences can strengthen neural pathways that support emotional stability, learning, and overall wellbeing.
This research challenges the long-held assumption that our adult bodies are entirely separate from our early experiences. Instead, it highlights a deeply interconnected system where mind and body continuously communicate, reminding us that healing and personal growth may involve more than just addressing the present, it may require understanding and nurturing the echoes of our past.
By recognising that our bodies carry the story of our childhood nervous system, we gain new tools for health, self-awareness, and emotional resilience. Every ache, tension, or reaction may hold a clue about the life we lived and the ways we can shape a healthier future.

And, I find the myth of the 5 stages of grief have bought more harm than good.
08/21/2025

And, I find the myth of the 5 stages of grief have bought more harm than good.

Parts work, Shadow work, EMDR - all work that strives to heal your core self.
08/16/2025

Parts work, Shadow work, EMDR - all work that strives to heal your core self.

You can't spoil an infant or a child by responding to their needs.
08/11/2025

You can't spoil an infant or a child by responding to their needs.

Responding to a baby’s cries or cues isn’t about creating dependence. It’s about building connection and emotional security.

Responsive caregiving supports healthy brain development and helps babies feel safe, seen, and loved.

Learn more about the science behind early attachment and get tips to support a baby's emotional growth: https://bit.ly/4fdW3Tz

My new, improved website! I hope you like it as much as I do!
06/09/2025

My new, improved website! I hope you like it as much as I do!

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05/21/2025

Many new parents are told that by responding too quickly or too warmly to an infant's cries, they risk "spoiling" them. The fear is that too much attention will create a child who is weak, demanding, or self-centered. But here’s the truth: you can't spoil an infant. Circle of Security Pare

05/11/2025

Happy Mother's Day to all the incomparable women who have worked hard in therapy to increase their self awareness and become better moms.

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