About Trauma Gates™
Trauma Gates™ is the missing piece to heal from your past trauma. The word somatic means "the body as separate from the mind." While conventional therapies can be highly beneficial, they focus on the mind and cognitive reasoning. Your body has a story of its own to tell, separate from your cognitive understanding. With Trauma Gates™, your body will unpack trauma buried within the cellular memory and bring it into the light in a safe, non-retraumatizing manner. Trauma Gates™ is performed in a series of ten sessions, once weekly for ten weeks. Some clients may require more sessions depending on their level of trauma. The client remains fully clothed and has complete control of the process through choice, perception of safety, and boundary awareness.​
Your reactions are your responsibility.
Peace is available!
Meet Anna
Founder + Certified Trauma Gates™ Coach
Trauma Gates™ reflects my healing journey and ultimate desire to see everyone healed and set free! I write this curriculum from a simple perspective, realizing God has been preparing me for this my entire life! He has had it from its conception to release into this Renaissance era to strengthen the body of Christ. I consider it an honor to join you as you move toward your goals of excellent health within your triune self, body, mind, and Spirit.
I began my journey toward good health in 1995. I had struggled through a lifetime of trauma, addiction, abuse, and failed marriage; my life was broken. In my mid-30s, I received Jesus as my Lord and Savior; nothing has been the same since! Encountering the Lord has given me clarity, understanding, and strength for my purpose and future. God indeed gives beauty for ashes (Isaiah 61:3) and works ALL things for the good of those who love Him, who have been called according to His purpose (Romans 8:28).
I graduated from the New Mexico School of Healing Arts in 1996 and received my National Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork Certification. I started a private practice and went on to advanced training at the Colorado School of Healing Arts and The Center of Mind Body Medicine, pursuing somatic trauma training and certification. I completed an associate's degree in Christian Leadership from the International School of Ministry in 2013 and Leadership MetaFormation as a Certified Encounter Coach in 2019.
Whatever the Lord Jesus has brought you through is what you have to give away; has been my revelation for purpose in life. I have worked in ministry with struggling families, single moms, and exploited individuals, including SRA, trafficking, and deliverance. I have walked with hurting people through the rough valleys of life and trust God for the outcome. Nothing equals our God and encountering His presence in a personal relationship. Serving humanity with this inspired process I call Trauma Gates™ is a gift I am now sharing with you. Enjoy the journey!
*I am operating as a coach for all online training purposes. The title coach eliminates certain licensing requirements working across state lines.
My coach was focused and not distracted from the process by conversation. She always brought me back to the purpose and intent of the session. She expressed empathy but didn't get entangled with my stuff. She was able to connect and keep me on task, never being judgmental or assuming. She always felt the same and was supportive.
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I am now much more aware when dissociating from my body and environment and can generally reintegrate with myself. I have become more vocal about uncomfortable situations and can establish boundaries.
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I am better at extending grace toward myself and staying present when processing uncomfortable thoughts and feelings.
- Donna D.
Philosphy
As awareness of the effects of trauma increases in our ever-fragmented world, we can step into hurting lives with a compassionate solution. Our objective is to train somatic trauma coaches in the body of Christ to exercise their identity and authority to bring an experience of God's love and peace to suffering individuals. Through the Trauma Gates™ process, trauma stuck in the cellular memory of the body can be released, and the integrative connection of the triune self, body, mind, and Spirit restored. With integration, people can function in a greater capacity in relationships, families, and society, bringing forth their contribution. We do not proselytize.
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Psalm 147:3 – He heals up the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.
Research has shown that unhealed trauma leads to mental health and physical health issues. Providing an alternative to healing beyond traditional medicine gives people an opportunity to resolve root issues (trauma) and not mask symptoms with pharmaceuticals. We do not diagnose. We work congruently with other healthcare providers our clients may be working with.
What to Expect
Many trauma symptoms cause dysfunction in our lives and bodies, including PTSD. The Trauma Gates™ process unwinds the nervous system by using a series of proven self-regulation and resiliency techniques. This unwinding allows the body to gently release trauma from the cellular memory and complete the trauma cycle that has been stuck and incomplete. As the trauma surfaces, it can now be dealt with in the present moment in a protected and safe manner without re-traumatization. Together, we will develop a new understanding of trauma while creatively exploring identity, boundaries, resiliency, and self-regulation techniques.
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The first appointment is to build connection, safety, and relationship. You will connect with your Trauma Gates™ Practitioner and complete a comprehensive intake form. The clients comfort levels are established, and agreements are made regarding moving forward.
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Next, 10 weekly sessions* are scheduled and performed with the client fully clothed. The client will be asked to connect to their somatic (body) responses through sensations: "What sensations are you experiencing in your body?" Is it okay to touch?" Their response leads each session. Gateways to incomplete trauma cycles from the past will surface and be given a place to release, thus completing the trauma cycle. Release often happens with accompanying movement and/or emotions while keeping the process within the client's control, where they feel safe and always have a choice.
Trauma overwhelms the Autonomic Nervous System and its ability to regulate. Throughout the Trauma Gates™ process, the client is empowered with relevant tools and body awareness, which leads to a new sense of self, identity, and connectedness. The focus is on the body's somatic response, the sensations, not the cognitive memory and emotions of the trauma story. New neural pathways are developed, and integration takes place within a gentle, nurturing environment.
*Additional sessions may be needed depending on the severity of the trauma.
Note: It is suggested that clients are connected to a trauma-informed therapist or coach if need to verbally process past trauma arises.
