Resources
From Compassion Fatigue to Workplace Resilience: Trauma-Informed Strategies for Veterinary Professionals
Presentation By: Allison Patch & Reannon Katabian at AVMA Conference 2026
Square breathing is a practical grounding strategy that helps calm the nervous system during moments of stress or overwhelm. By intentionally slowing the breath, it supports emotional regulation and helps restore access to clear thinking.
The Four Elements is a grounding practice that uses simple sensory and body-based techniques to help regulate the nervous system during moments of stress or overwhelm. By reconnecting with the present moment through the body and environment, it promotes emotional regulation, reduces distress, and supports clearer thinking.