Lightstream Technique
Phase 2 Resource Development - Somatic Regulation
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Client: ________________
Purpose
The Lightstream Technique helps reduce uncomfortable body sensations and somatic distress. It works with the body's natural healing capacity by using imagery of healing light to process and release tension held in the body.
T Teenager Script (Ages 13+)
"This is a technique to help reduce uncomfortable feelings or sensations in your body. First, I'd like you to scan your body and notice if there's anywhere you feel tension, discomfort, or unpleasant sensations. Take a moment... Where do you notice it?"
[Wait for response - note the location]
"Now, if that sensation had a shape, what shape would it be?"
"What size is it?"
"What color is it?"
"Does it have a temperature - warm or cold?"
"If it had a texture, what would it be like?"
"Now, I'd like you to imagine a healing light above your head. What color is this light - a color that feels healing, soothing, and positive to you?"
[Wait for their answer]
"Good. Imagine this [color] light beginning to flow down into the top of your head, like a gentle stream. Feel it flowing down through your head... your neck... your shoulders... flowing through your whole body..."
"As this light reaches the area where you noticed that [shape/color], let it flow around it and through it. The light begins to resonate with the disturbance, vibrating it, loosening it. Allow the light to carry away any tension or discomfort, letting it drain out through your fingertips and toes..."
[Add slow bilateral stimulation throughout]
"Let the light continue to flow until your whole body feels filled with this healing, soothing energy. Take your time... When you're ready, open your eyes."
Session Documentation
Body Location:
Shape/Size:
Color:
Healing Light Color:
Post-Exercise Sensations:
Lightstream Technique
Phase 2 Resource Development - Somatic Regulation
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Date: ________________
C Child-Friendly Script (Ages 6-12)
"Let's do something magical! First, I want you to think about your body. Is there anywhere that feels a little yucky, tight, or uncomfortable? Maybe your tummy, your chest, your head? Take a moment to check..."
[Wait for response]
"If that yucky feeling was a shape, like a cloud or a blob, what would it look like?"
"What color is it?"
"Is it big or little?"
"Now, imagine way up above your head, there's a beautiful, magical light - like sunshine or starlight. What color is your magical light? Pick a color that makes you feel happy and calm!"
[Wait for their answer]
"Perfect! Now imagine that [color] light starting to pour down onto the top of your head, like a gentle waterfall of light. Feel it going down through your head... making it feel warm and tingly in a good way..."
"The light keeps flowing down through your neck... your shoulders... your arms... all the way down through your whole body like magic..."
"When the light gets to that yucky feeling, watch what happens! The light shines on it and starts to make it smaller and lighter. Maybe it's changing color too... The light is washing it away, like water washing away dirt..."
[Add butterfly hugs throughout]
"Keep letting the light flow until your whole body feels warm and calm and full of beautiful [color] light. Take as long as you need... When you're ready, you can open your eyes."
Session Notes
Yucky Feeling Location/Shape:
Magic Light Color/Response:
When to Use Lightstream
- - Client reports body tension, pain, or discomfort related to distress
- - During Phase 4-6 when client is stuck with somatic symptoms
- - At session end if residual body sensations remain
- - As standalone resource when processing is contraindicated
- - For clients who respond better to body-focused interventions
Clinical Tips
- - Use slow bilateral stimulation throughout (4-6 slow passes per section)
- - Pace the script to match client's breathing and processing speed
- - If sensation intensifies initially, reassure this is normal and continue
- - Client chooses the healing light color - their choice often has meaning
- - Can repeat if needed - check sensation attributes again after first pass
- - Combine with safe place if client becomes distressed