In the midst of Self-Care Month this September, many are reflecting on their wellness routines, yet for some, the same emotional and behavioral patterns persist. Judith A. Swack, Ph.D., a biochemist, immunologist, and originator of the Healing from the Body Level Up (HBLU™) methodology, suggests that the root cause may lie beyond common stress management techniques. Her new book, "Clear Trauma Now: The Powerful Solution for Getting Unstuck," recently named the 2026 Silver Medal Winner for Grief Books by the Coalition of Visionary Resources (COVR), offers a deeper explanation.
Dr. Swack explains that unconscious trauma-related patterns can influence how individuals think, feel, and respond, even when they consciously understand their situation and desire change. "Until trauma is cleared at the body level, it keeps repeating and you keep reacting," she states. "That's why you can understand your trauma, and still feel stuck in it." This insight challenges conventional wisdom that insight alone can lead to transformation.
According to Dr. Swack, past trauma imprints in the body, not just the mind, is structured in layers that most approaches fail to address, and cannot be released by cognitive understanding alone. Her research into the neuroscience of trauma has led to the development of HBLU™, a comprehensive system designed to clear trauma at the conscious, unconscious, body, and soul levels. This methodology combines scientific research with decades of clinical experience, aiming to resolve trauma, anxiety, and chronic conditions, often in just a few sessions.
The implications of this work are significant for individuals who have tried meditation, exercise, and understanding their triggers yet continue to feel stuck. Dr. Swack's approach suggests that deeper self-care involves addressing the physiological and energetic imprints of trauma. This can lead to improved emotional regulation, reduced self-sabotage, and a greater ability to respond rather than react in triggering situations.
To help others experience this healing, Dr. Swack will present a "Clear Trauma Now Live Healing" webinar on Thursday evenings in September: Sept. 3 from 7 to 9 p.m. and Sept. 10, 17, and 24 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. EDT. Participants can witness real-time trauma healing and learn techniques to apply themselves. More details are available at hblu.org/live-healing-experience.
For those interested in learning more about Dr. Swack's work and the neuroscience behind trauma, her original research can be explored at HBLU.org. This information is particularly relevant for individuals who have not found success with traditional therapeutic approaches, as well as professionals seeking to expand their toolkit. By addressing the body-level components of trauma, Dr. Swack's method offers a potential path forward for those who feel stuck, emphasizing that true self-care may require going beyond surface-level strategies.
