Blog by Lisa Becerra, RA, CA

As Advent begins, simple vagus nerve resets help calm the body, ease anxiety, and make space for God’s peace. This gentle practice invites survivors to settle their nervous system, reconnect with safety, and prepare their hearts to welcome Christ.

In Phase 13 we offered a Release Practice where women held heavy chains symbolizing their burdens, then laid them at the cross. Some released quickly, others slowly—but each moment was sacred. Release isn’t forgetting; it’s trusting Jesus to carry what once crushed us.

Phase 13 is about courage, redemption, and release — resolving trauma with those who caused or ignored it, not by reopening wounds, but by honoring what God has transformed. We reclaim our peace, set boundaries, and step forward in faith, allowing His redemption to outweigh our pain.

Phasing Out of Trauma isn’t a 12-Step program—it’s an 18-phase, Christ-centered journey for women healing from trauma. Our model honors both faith and psychology, offering safe, structured spaces for restoration through groups, cohorts, and mentorship.

We’re launching Phase 12 at Newbreak: a time to grieve what trauma has stolen and invite Jesus, our Wounded Healer, into our pain. Join us Mondays 6:30–8 PM, Suite B – Tierrasanta. Interested in hosting Phasing Out of Trauma? Email PhasingOOT@gmail.com or call (619) 847-0159.