Gedaliah Aronson - Navigating Trauma and OCD with PolyVagal Theory (PVT)

In this conversation, musician and somatic practitioner Gedaliah Aronson discusses his personal journey with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and the importance of understanding the nervous system in relation to mental health. He emphasizes the role of exposure and response prevention (ERP) in treating OCD, while also exploring the impact of trauma and the need for connection and safety in healing. The discussion delves into the spectrum of emotional responses, the significance of body awareness, and the necessity of compassion towards oneself in the healing process.