Inspire Saratoga
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Inspire Saratoga
S3, Ep 4 Dr. Ann Saffi Biasetti: The Body's Role in Mental Health
Welcome To Inspire Saratoga!
Dr. Ann Saffi Biasetti is a Somatic Therapist, Author, and Creator of the BeFriend Your Body program…and also one of the smartest, most passionate people I’ve ever met about the work she does.
In this conversation, Dr. Ann shares her journey from traditional psychotherapy to integrating somatic practices and yoga therapy into her work. She discusses the importance of the body in mental health, the evolution of psychotherapy, and the impact of modern culture on self-image and connection. Dr. Biasetti emphasizes the need for a holistic approach to therapy that includes body awareness and self-touch, and she offers practical tips for listeners to enhance their mind-body connection.
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
03:36 The Missing Link in Psychotherapy
06:12 The Evolution of Therapy Practices
09:26 Bridging Yoga and Psychotherapy
12:10 Understanding Somatic Psychotherapy
15:29 The Body as a Truth Serum
18:25 Common Struggles in Modern Therapy
21:25 The Impact of Technology on Mental Health
24:21 Body Image and Self-Worth in the Digital Age
27:08 Mind-Body Connection Practices
30:25 Quickfire Questions and Closing Thoughts