Somatic Experiencing
You've been carrying a heavy, invisible weight, and so far, nothing you've tried has lightened the burden. Maybe it started with a trauma you can pinpoint–a painful loss, a betrayal, a moment that shattered your sense of safety to the core. Or, perhaps, it's harder to name–a restless tension or a sense of unease that never quite leaves.
You've tried talking about it, but it doesn't help. You've tried to push through, but it lingers, keeping you stuck in a body that feels disconnected from the life you want. It's exhausting and isolating, and you're ready for something to change.
When you tap into the wisdom of your body, you can unlock a whole new level of healing
It's not about trying harder. It's about healing differently. Healing begins when you tune into your body and start listening to it.
Somatic Experiencing can help you move forward from the past
Trauma and chronic stress live in the body, not just the mind–and that's where Somatic Experiencing begins.
Unlike traditional talk therapy, Somatic Experiencing works directly with your nervous system--the part of you that holds onto trauma long after the moment has passed. By tuning into the body's natural rhythms and signals, Somatic Experiencing helps you release what's been stuck and helps to build a sense of safety from the inside out.
You don't have to stay trapped in the patterns of the past. Through Somatic Experiencing, you can reconnect with yourself and step into a life where you feel grounded, safe, and fully alive.
Somatic Experiencing may be a good fit for you if:
Trusting others and maintaining healthy relationships is a challenge
Stress or difficult experiences have left you feeling tense, anxious, or constantly on edge
You've tried traditional talk therapy but feel like something deeper is still unresolved
You feel overwhelmed by emotions that seem to come out of nowhere and spiral quickly
You carry physical tension or discomfort–tight shoulders, a knot in your belly–that is always there
You often feel disconnected from yourself, as if you're watching your life from the outside
You have a history of trauma and are looking for a gentle, body-oriented approach to healing
You feel stuck repeating the same behavior patterns, no matter how much to try to change
Healing through the wisdom of the body
Healing isn't about forcing yourself to "move on." It's about creating the conditions for your nervous system to find balance again. Through Somatic Experiencing, you can rediscover a sense of safety and ease in your body–releasing what's been holding you back and making space for a life that feels calmer, more connected, and fully your own.
Together, we can create a bridge between past pain and suffering and a future that is rebuilt with a sense of safety and trust in yourself, others, and the world.
Transform from Within
with Somatic Experiencing
Somatic Experiencing is a mind-body approach to healing trauma and stress related disorders. While understanding your story and processing thoughts and emotions through conversation is valuable, healing often requires more. Somatic Experiencing meets this need by addressing the body's stored tension, trauma, and stress--those deeper layers that words alone cannot fully reach.
By tapping into your body's innate wisdom, Somatic Experiencing opens up a path to deeper healing and transformation. It guides you beyond words to connect with your body, uncover hidden patterns, and access a profound sense of self-awareness and healing.
Trauma is not what happens to us, but what we hold inside in the absence of an empathetic witness
Peter Levine, PhD
DEVELOPER OF SOMATIC EXPERIENCING
Somatic Experiencing
Our work together will help you to…
Restore your nervous system's natural balance, reducing hypervigilance and tension
Gently process and let go of past experiences that your body is still carrying
Feel more present, grounded, and at ease in your daily life and relationships
Rediscover a sense of wholeness, ease, and vitality in your life
Release the tension and stress your body has been holding, creating space for healing
Reconnect with your body and develop a sense of safety and trust within yourself
Respond to stress and challenging emotions with greater calm and confidence
Build the capacity to navigate emotions and physical sensations without overwhelm
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Choosing a therapist is a deeply personal decision. To help with that choice, I offer a 20-minute complimentary phone or video call – a chance for us to connect, discuss what you're seeking, and determine if my approach aligns with your needs. If we're a good match, we can set up an initial session. If not, I'm happy to help guide you toward a therapist who may be a better fit.
CONSULTATION
Our first session will explore what led you to seek therapy, gather background information, and start to settle in together. We'll discuss your current struggles, how they're affecting your daily life, and what you hope to gain from the process. This helps us begin to build a foundation of safety and understanding, setting the stage for deeper work as we go.
FIRST SESSION
As our sessions unfold, we'll create a safe space for you to explore bodily sensations and emotions. We'll build the skills needed to stay grounded and present to release store stress and trauma held within the body. Little by little, you'll begin to notice shifts – a sense of ease, connection, and empowerment that grows session by session.
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How It Works
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's understandable to feel apprehensive about facing past trauma, especially when it's left a profound impact. Somatic Experiencing is all about pacing–It's not about diving headfirst into the most overwhelming parts of your experience. Our focus will be on establishing safety, both between you and me and within yourself, so that as you build new skills for emotional regulation, you feel increasingly capable of exploring deeper layers. The aim is to empower you, not overwhelm you.
No, you do not. This is one of the core distinctions of Somatic Experiencing. Healing isn't about recounting every painful memory or verbally processing what happened to you. Somatic Experiencing focuses on tuning into your body to facilitate the release of stored traumatic energy that may have become bound within you.
By attending to what you notice in your body–perhaps a tightening of your chest, a fluttering in your stomach–we can gently release stored stress and trauma without needing to delve into every facet of the story or event. It is about creating a sense of safety in the here and now, allowing for a release that words alone may not touch.
Yes, absolutely. Online therapy can be just as effective as in-person sessions, offering similar benefits. Being in your own space–a familiar and comfortable environment–can deepen feelings of safety, which is essential when exploring bodily sensations and emotional responses.
The key elements of Somatic Experiencing–presence, attunement, and connection–remain central whether we meet virtually or in person. Ultimately, it comes down to personal preference; somatic work can be deeply effective in the online format, as it provides the same tools and practices to support your healing process.
Somatic Experiencing differs from other approaches by focusing on the body's experience and the nervous system's response to overwhelming events and trauma.
While talk therapy often emphasizes intellectual understanding and processing of thoughts and emotions, Somatic Experiencing helps you connect with your body's sensations and work through trauma that is "stuck" in your system.
By engaging both body and mind, Somatic Experiencing can help release deeply held stress and trauma and foster a fuller, more integrated sense of healing.
If you've felt stuck despite previous therapy, it's possible that talking alone hasn't fully addressed the deeper layers of how your body has held onto past experiences.
Somatic Experiencing focuses on sensations, impulses, and patterns your body is holding–often unconsciously. By gently attending to these physical experiences, Somatic Experiencing allows for a release that words and insight alone may not reach.
It's a different doorway into the same room–a path to healing that integrates body and mind.
Ready to take the next step?
Let’s connect with a free, 20-minute phone consultation. I’ll answer any questions you may have so you can decide if therapy with me is a good fit. It’s the next step in healing from trauma.
