Transforming Touch® is a unique approach to hands-on healing developed by Stephen Terrell, PsyD, and author of Nurturing Resilience, which focuses on attachment and neuro-physiology. By utilizing touch, which is often the missing language of Developmental Trauma, this non-verbal method complements traditional psychological approaches to healing.

Transforming Touch is intended to help build resilience in the nervous system, particularly for those who have experienced early instability. The protocol is designed to down-regulate the physiology of hyper vigilance, using a progression of touch by a caring adult presence to nurture trust in oneself and others. This supports the emergence of a healthy sense of self.

Transforming Touch can offer relief for a range of issues including anxiety, stress, mood instability, sleep problems, low confidence and self-esteem, difficulties finding or maintaining relationships, addictive behaviors, and a desire for a happier and more fulfilling life.

I offer both in-person sessions in Durham, NC as well as virtual sessions via Zoom. When we do this work virtually, we call it Transforming Presence. It’s not exactly the same as receiving in-person touch (obviously), but it can still be very effective in helping to alleviate the symptoms of developmental trauma. This was the amazing discovery of the pandemic. Touch-work works virtually!!