jen nigro || sep, e-ryt

founder, the joy project

somatic therapeutics. trauma education. movement. healing.

hi, i’m Jen.

i’m a C-PTSD survivor, and i get it. you’re not alone—and you can find relief.

trauma-informed care can help.

  • Disrupt Triggers

    Somatics are a body-based practice meant to get into the body + disrupt triggers. Somatics can help those with long-range trauma heal, especially if traditional therapies have plateaued.

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  • Reform Whole-Brain Cooperation

    By disrupting triggers + reconnecting our full brain, we reform neural pathways to rewire the brain from long-range trauma + allow ourselves to use healthy coping mechanisms instead of trauma responses.

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  • Engage Boundaries

    C-PTSD often affects our adult relationships due to trauma during our formative years. Somatics teaches us to set up 3-step boundaries which allow us to stay safe in our bodies, minds, + relationships.

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  • Create a Wellness Team

    Using therapeutic inquiries, Somatics can flush out the origin of our triggers. Working with traditional therapy or additional healing modalities like EMDR, somatic therapy can help us heal the original wound.

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the number one thing i tell survivors is:

“YOU ARE NOT ALONE.”

testimonials

  • "Took a Trauma training which was an informative experience. Not only was the space safe for all of us to share but we walked away with a new understanding about ourselves and others. Training was lead by Jen who created an informative, fun atmosphere for a bunch of strangers to dialogue together."

    Alex D.

  • “with Jen, i not only learned how to sequence + cue in a safe + smart manner, but my confidence soared! her modules strategically build for your needs, + she makes you think critically about your own practice to guide you forward. i feel so confident in front of a room now because of Jen’s guidance. thank you!!”

    Katie A.

  • "Jen's class touch on all aspects of yoga. In America, we tend to focus on postures (asana). Jen asks us to also pay attention to pranayama (breath), Yama (attitudes toward our environment), Niyama (attitudes toward ourselves)... It is a beautiful offering. I can't recommend it enough."

    ST

  • “Jen's teaching combines a knowledge of anatomy and physiology with a mastery of alignment and breath. Her private sessions are tuned to practicing yoga in your own unique body - there is no "one pose fits all" mindset with her. She is the type of teacher you want to make proud with your progress, and if her teaching is followed, the progress is phenomenal!”

    Jess G.

  • “With Jen, yoga transcends what I thought is possible from a mind-body practice. Since becoming her student, my yoga practice has transformed as I am continually challenged to develop new understandings of the capability and strength of my body. Jen’s classes flawlessly combine challenging asanas with grounding mindfulness, guided by her boundless grace and humor.”

    Andrea MC

  • "Jen’s class is my absolute favorite! She offers the most creative power flows, which are always so fun and challenging. She also creates such a friendly, approachable and welcoming space."

    Heidi B.

  • "Jen leads such an energetic, demanding class...it is an excellent workout!"

  • "Jen is incredible! She always manages to help me re-center and find my way back to the intention of yoga. I always leave her classes feeling rejuvenated and inspired."

    Joni S.

  • "Jen is the best! I love that she always reminds us to breathe and be kind. Thanks for the great class, as always!"

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