Justin Sunseri LMFT

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Justin Sunseri LMFT

Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist 99147 in CA, obsessed with .

02/14/2025

Validation is about acknowledging what’s true in your internal experience without judgment. It’s not about fixing or changing feelings but simply recognizing them—whether it’s “I feel sad,” “I feel stuck,” or even “I feel hopeful.” This honest recognition helps soften defensive states and fosters self-compassion. Validation creates the safety needed for healing and emotional growth.

02/12/2025

Crying can be a natural part of healing, but it’s not something you need to force. If tears come, they’re a sign your body feels safe enough to release emotion—but healing can happen in many ways. Trust your process and let it unfold naturally.

02/10/2025

Pets play a powerful role in co-regulation by providing consistent cues of safety and comfort. Their calming presence can help soothe our nervous system, making it easier to shift out of stress and into a state of connection. Simply being near a pet can foster feelings of safety, calm, and emotional balance. This natural co-regulation strengthens our ability to manage emotions and build resilience. Listen to the podcast episode: Breaking the Cycle: How to Access Safety When You're Always in Defense (SNB 234)

02/07/2025

Ruptures in relationships are natural, but repair is intentional. By recognizing our defensive states and responding with care and responsibility, we can rebuild trust and connection. Emotional safety makes space for healing and growth. Through consistent repair, relationships can become even stronger and more resilient than before. Listen to the podcast episode "I've hurt people: Relationship repair or move on?"

02/05/2025

True connection with other people begins with feeling safe in your own body. When our nervous system is regulated, we can engage with others from a place of trust and openness. Building this internal safety allows for stronger, healthier relationships. "Stuck Not Broken: Book 2 – Building Safety" is available now on Amazon.

02/03/2025

Prioritizing mental wellness begins with understanding your options. Start with the basics—nourish your body with sleep, food, and movement. From there, explore coping mechanisms to manage immediate challenges, but recognize that true healing comes from building safety within and allowing yourself to feel emotions at a manageable pace. Each step lays the foundation for deeper emotional resilience and growth.

01/31/2025

Self-regulation is how we guide ourselves back to calm and connection when emotions run high. By tuning into our body’s signals and using supportive practices, we can shift from reactive to responsive. This skill fosters emotional balance and strengthens our ability to connect with others.

01/29/2025

Trauma doesn’t just live in the mind—it shapes how we relate to others. Defensive states can cause withdrawal, conflict, or fear of vulnerability. Strengthening the safety state within the body helps rebuild trust and connection in relationships. "Stuck Not Broken: Book 1 – Trauma & the Polyvagal Paradigm" is available now on Amazon.

01/27/2025

Have you ever sensed danger or safety without knowing why? Neuroception is your nervous system’s ability to detect safety or threats without conscious thought. This automatic process shapes how we react, influencing our emotions, behaviors, and thoughts. Strengthening your safety state can help guide your neuroception toward calm and connection. Find out more about neuroception and other Polyvagal Theory fundamentals in the Stuck Not Broken podcast. Start at episode 101 for a deep dive.

01/24/2025

Ever wonder why your thoughts feel heavier when you're stressed? According to , "Story Follows State." Your nervous system shapes the stories you tell yourself. In a calm, safe state, your thoughts are more positive and hopeful—but in a defensive state, they can turn negative and fearful. Shift into safety, and your story can change, too. "Stuck Not Broken: Book 1 – Trauma & the Polyvagal Paradigm" is available now on Amazon.

01/22/2025

Curiosity opens the door to healing by allowing us to explore emotions without judgment. When we feel safe enough to be curious, growth and change naturally follow. "Stuck Not Broken: Book 2 – Building Safety" is now available on Amazon for $20.

01/20/2025

Coping strategies help us get through the moment, but they often suppress our discomfort rather than heal it. Safety anchoring, rooted in Polyvagal Theory, goes deeper—building a foundation for lasting safety in the nervous system. It’s not about escaping discomfort but creating true emotional regulation and healing conditions. "Stuck Not Broken: Book 2 – Building Safety" is available now on Amazon.

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