In this episode of The Poly Tantra Kink Podcast, Laurie Ellington sits down with psychologist and somatic practitioner Dr. Stacy Ellis for a rich conversation about trauma, embodiment, nervous system regulation, and what it takes to create real, lasting change.

Together, they explore how healing happens beyond talk therapy, why working with the body is essential for transformation, and how alternative relationship structures, sexuality, and conscious practices intersect with trauma-informed care. Dr. Ellis shares insights from her clinical work, group facilitation, and immersive workshops that help people move out of old patterns and into embodied presence.

This episode is an invitation to slow down, reconnect with the body, and approach healing as an integrated, whole-person experience.

• Why embodiment is essential for trauma healing

• Moving beyond talk therapy into somatic change

• Nervous system regulation and childhood conditioning

• Integrating psychology with body-based practices

• Supporting authentic expression and relational health

• Creating sustainable change through immersive work

• Healing as a present-moment, embodied process

Dr. Stacy Ellis is a Doctor of Psychology, somatic practitioner, and international facilitator devoted to supporting deep personal transformation. With over fifteen years of clinical experience and a decade of leading ongoing groups, her work weaves together psychology, nervous system regulation, and embodied practices.

Dr. Ellis is trauma-informed and trained in modalities including EMDR, IFS, TRE, EFT, NLP, somatic therapies, breathwork, and sound healing. She specializes in trauma, inner child work, LGBTQIA+ care, addiction medicine, alternative relationship styles, and cultivating a healthy nervous system. Her workshops and immersive experiences support people in moving out of old conditioning and into authentic, embodied living.

• Liberation Workshops: https://liberationworkshops.com/

• Website: https://drstacyellis.com/

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