April 11, 2024
Almost all of us have been there, tossing and turning in frustration, fighting off anxious thoughts, pacing back and...
Read MoreHigh levels of stress and anxiety can impact your overall health and well-being. But what if we told you it didn’t always have to be this way? At The Sanctuary, we utilize the HeartMath biofeedback system to target the heart-brain connection in your body and bring harmony to daily living.
What Is Biofeedback?
Biofeedback is a therapy that takes control over seemingly involuntary processes in your body, including pain control and general relaxation. A biofeedback method uses sensors to measure the levels of your body’s functions, helping you learn various techniques to improve the mind-body connection.
When an anxious situation arises, your heart rate and blood pressure will increase, sending you into a fight-or-flight response. These responses are important to keep us safe, but they can lead to several unhealthy behaviors when they persist. Gaining control of involuntary stress responses is a primary goal of biofeedback therapy.
What Is HeartMath?
HeartMath is a type of biofeedback therapy that focuses on the heart for a breathing meditation session. These breathing techniques assist the body in coordinating your physical, emotional and mental systems. This way, you can learn to live in the “now” and live each moment of life from the heart.
This therapy includes training on guided techniques, practices and personalization to find the best approach for your needs. At the first session, we will meet with you to discuss your personal goals and understand your environment — like your current stressors. HeartMath can be used as a standalone therapy or with other psychotherapies.
Benefits of HeartMath Biofeedback
Through HeartMath biofeedback therapy, you can begin to grow and create a better life for yourself and others. Learn more about the significant benefits that come along with HeartMath biofeedback therapy:
- Reduced Stress: As life continues to move at a rapid pace, it can become overwhelming. Stress can damage our health if it is not dealt with, but we should do more than tolerate it. HeartMath can teach you the needed skills and approaches to combat daily stressors — especially those that potentially lead back to harmful behaviors.
- Greater Resilience: Success in overcoming hardships requires resilience. Through biofeedback therapy, you can target obstacles that are getting in the way of your recovery and learn to overcome them to become stronger.
- Improved Well-Being: Overall, caring for yourself and being involved in your health are important. With HeartMath, you can develop training strategies to promote better health and life fulfillment. Regarding past research, this therapy has shown a 60% drop in depression as it teaches individuals to take charge of their body, emotions and mind.
Holistic HeartMath Biofeedback Therapy at The Sanctuary
At the Sanctuary, we are passionate about providing a holistic approach to therapy. We consider the whole person in our practice — mind, body and spirit — not just the conditions that ail them.
We have several therapies available. With us, you can learn the skills to become one step closer to your health goals and a fulfilling life. Contact The Sanctuary at Sedona today.
