Somatic Therapy

What is Somatic Therapy?

This therapeutic method recognizes that our bodies often hold onto stress, trauma, and unresolved emotions, which can contribute to ongoing physical symptoms. By gently guiding clients to tune into bodily sensations and release tension, somatic therapy addresses both emotional and physical pain. This approach not only helps to relieve symptoms but also fosters a deeper understanding of how past experiences affect the body, empowering clients to develop new ways to cope and feel more at ease in their everyday lives.

What does a typical session look like?

In a typical somatic therapy session we start with conversation, where we explore a current issue you’re experiencing—whether it’s something showing up in your body, mind, or life. This discussion helps us get a clear sense of what’s most relevant for you to work on. From there, we’ll try one or more somatic techniques designed to shift how you experience the issue, working together to find what feels supportive. Toward the end, we wrap up with a final discussion to deepen your insights and ground the experience. Each session is client-led, meaning you have complete freedom to choose what we focus on, and every tool or technique is offered invitationally—nothing is required. My goal is to create a space that’s safe, flexible, and centered on what feels right for you.

What tools and techniques do you typically utilize?

I often pull tools from:

• Sensorimotor Psychotherapy

• Somatic Experiencing

• Hakomi Body Centered Psychotherapy

• Yoga Therapy

• Mindfulness Techniques

• Guided Visualization

Do you take insurance?

I do not take insurance at this time. I would be happy to provide superbills upon request, which can help with reimbursement for some insurance plans.