Somatic Psychologists and Therapists in Seddon, VIC

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Emma Vasey
Psychotherapist, MA, ACA-L2
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Emma is a psychotherapist, couples counsellor, and sexologist dedicated to providing therapy that can be playful, cathartic, affirming, and enlightening all at once. She frequently sees clients in her office who are stuck in patterns of overthinking, emotional avoidance, and engaged with numbing tactics to cope. They seek a genuine version of themselves that they like, that connects with others, and feels inherently worthy of joy. They value themselves enough to hope for more. Emma is passionate about working with the neurodiverse, LGBTQIA+, and ENM community and the impacts of childhood neglect and trauma.
Emma is a psychotherapist, couples counsellor, and sexologist dedicated to providing therapy that can be playful, cathartic, affirming, and enlightening all at once. She frequently sees clients in her office who are stuck in patterns of overthinking, emotional avoidance, and engaged with numbing tactics to cope. They seek a genuine version of themselves that they like, that connects with others, and feels inherently worthy of joy. They value themselves enough to hope for more. Emma is passionate about working with the neurodiverse, LGBTQIA+, and ENM community and the impacts of childhood neglect and trauma.
(03) 7500 5637 View (03) 7500 5637
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Chrissie's Creative Therapies
Counsellor, MA, AThR
Serves Area
We start individual or group arts therapy sessions, with a short guided meditation or self-regulation practices to settle into the space and bring your self into that present moment, as a way of creating space for our somatic, arts therapy session.
During sessions, we explore what is present for you through the use of various materials provided, which includes instruments, visual arts, dance and role play props, collaging, writing materials, clay, crafts, recyclable materials and more. We engage with these materials as part of the therapeutic relationship and arts therapy process.
We start individual or group arts therapy sessions, with a short guided meditation or self-regulation practices to settle into the space and bring your self into that present moment, as a way of creating space for our somatic, arts therapy session.
During sessions, we explore what is present for you through the use of various materials provided, which includes instruments, visual arts, dance and role play props, collaging, writing materials, clay, crafts, recyclable materials and more. We engage with these materials as part of the therapeutic relationship and arts therapy process.
(03) 9007 2072 View (03) 9007 2072
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Cindy Melksham
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Serves Area
My work supports people experiencing anxiety, stress, trauma, and confidence challenges, integrating counselling with somatic techniques to support deeper and lasting change.
Clients often come to me feeling stuck in anxiety, self-doubt, or overwhelmed by past experiences. Many struggle with performance anxiety, social anxiety, or confidence issues that affect school, work, relationships, or public speaking. I work with people who are ready to go beyond talk therapy to overcome their challenges and create opportunities. Using a trauma-informed, brain-body approach, including techniques such as Brainspotting and EFT tapping, I help teens and adults regulate their nervous system, process underlying experiences, and build lasting confidence so they can move forward with greater ease.
My work supports people experiencing anxiety, stress, trauma, and confidence challenges, integrating counselling with somatic techniques to support deeper and lasting change.
Clients often come to me feeling stuck in anxiety, self-doubt, or overwhelmed by past experiences. Many struggle with performance anxiety, social anxiety, or confidence issues that affect school, work, relationships, or public speaking. I work with people who are ready to go beyond talk therapy to overcome their challenges and create opportunities. Using a trauma-informed, brain-body approach, including techniques such as Brainspotting and EFT tapping, I help teens and adults regulate their nervous system, process underlying experiences, and build lasting confidence so they can move forward with greater ease.
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RMB Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Online Only
I am a Level 3 Internal Family Systems Therapist, EMDR Consultant (in training), and a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (in training Advanced).
RMB Psychology not only brings the mind, but also invites the body into therapy thus delivering wholistic psychotherapy. Whilst it is only natural to avoid that which hurts us, wei titrate the therapeutic work to a pace that your nervous system tolerates, as we rewire your brain and heal your nervous system from the somatic memories it has carried.
I am a Level 3 Internal Family Systems Therapist, EMDR Consultant (in training), and a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (in training Advanced).
RMB Psychology not only brings the mind, but also invites the body into therapy thus delivering wholistic psychotherapy. Whilst it is only natural to avoid that which hurts us, wei titrate the therapeutic work to a pace that your nervous system tolerates, as we rewire your brain and heal your nervous system from the somatic memories it has carried.
(03) 8372 0563 View (03) 8372 0563

More Therapists Nearby

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Just Feel Psychology
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Essendon, VIC 3040
At Just Feel Psychology, we understand that life can sometimes feel overwhelming, confusing, or stuck. We provide a safe, supportive space for children, adolescents, and adults to explore their experiences and make sense of what’s happening. Many of the people we work with are managing anxiety, emotional ups and downs, burnout, relationship challenges, or navigating neurodivergence such as ADHD or autism. Parents and families also come to us for support with behavioural concerns, developmental differences, or the everyday stresses of family life.
At Just Feel Psychology, we understand that life can sometimes feel overwhelming, confusing, or stuck. We provide a safe, supportive space for children, adolescents, and adults to explore their experiences and make sense of what’s happening. Many of the people we work with are managing anxiety, emotional ups and downs, burnout, relationship challenges, or navigating neurodivergence such as ADHD or autism. Parents and families also come to us for support with behavioural concerns, developmental differences, or the everyday stresses of family life.
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Tracy Clark
Counsellor, PsychD, PACFA
Online Only
Hello, do you find yourself dwelling on negative thoughts or experiencing a major life transition with feelings of extreme sadness, hopelessness and or anxiety? For some people, especially the older person it can be a challenging time for you trying to move through change with those persistent thoughts and feelings. My role is to support and guide you through your anxiety, loss & grief, hopelessness or major life transition. Together we can overcome the obstacles you have by noticing whats going on for you . Holistically I can guide you to to think about life or a situation differently and explore what direction you want to go.
Hello, do you find yourself dwelling on negative thoughts or experiencing a major life transition with feelings of extreme sadness, hopelessness and or anxiety? For some people, especially the older person it can be a challenging time for you trying to move through change with those persistent thoughts and feelings. My role is to support and guide you through your anxiety, loss & grief, hopelessness or major life transition. Together we can overcome the obstacles you have by noticing whats going on for you . Holistically I can guide you to to think about life or a situation differently and explore what direction you want to go.
(03) 8400 0136 View (03) 8400 0136
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Sarah Dakhili
Counsellor, AMHSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Her approach is inclusive of Emotional Awareness and Expression Therapy, Pain Reprocessing Therapy, Meditation, Mindfulness, IFS Therapy, Inner Child Work, CBT, Somatic Body Therapy, Neuroplasticity, Compassionate Inquiry
Sarah is a Psychotherapist and Mental Health Social Worker. She has been working within the field of mind-body disorders (MBD) for over 14 years, specialising in Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT) chronic pain, trauma recovery and Tension Myositis Syndrome (TMS), including other challenges such as stress, anxiety, depression, Fibromyalgia and PTSD. Her motto is simple: “Supporting clients in creating authentic power within themselves and in turn being able to make what was once difficult, easier”.
Her approach is inclusive of Emotional Awareness and Expression Therapy, Pain Reprocessing Therapy, Meditation, Mindfulness, IFS Therapy, Inner Child Work, CBT, Somatic Body Therapy, Neuroplasticity, Compassionate Inquiry
Sarah is a Psychotherapist and Mental Health Social Worker. She has been working within the field of mind-body disorders (MBD) for over 14 years, specialising in Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT) chronic pain, trauma recovery and Tension Myositis Syndrome (TMS), including other challenges such as stress, anxiety, depression, Fibromyalgia and PTSD. Her motto is simple: “Supporting clients in creating authentic power within themselves and in turn being able to make what was once difficult, easier”.
(07) 3130 0085 View (07) 3130 0085
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Alisoun Neville
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I work in a relational, body-based way, integrating creative and somatic processes to support exploration, awareness, and meaning-making.
I am registered as a Clinical Counsellor, hold a Masters in Therapeutic Arts Practice, and am a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (c). These approaches support exploration of experience when thoughts and feelings are difficult to communicate in words alone, and may include visual arts, play, exploring sensation, movement, music, or story-making.
I work in a relational, body-based way, integrating creative and somatic processes to support exploration, awareness, and meaning-making.
I am registered as a Clinical Counsellor, hold a Masters in Therapeutic Arts Practice, and am a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (c). These approaches support exploration of experience when thoughts and feelings are difficult to communicate in words alone, and may include visual arts, play, exploring sensation, movement, music, or story-making.
(03) 5614 8011 View (03) 5614 8011
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Christine Davies
Counsellor
Serves Area
Christine has qualifications in psychology, counselling, EMDR therapy, yoga (including mindfulness and meditation training) as well as somatic therapies.
EMDR Therapy - Nueroaffirming - Trauma-informed - LGBTQIA+ Safe Space. Christine (MCounsPsych) supports anxious, burnt-out professionals to understand and overcome their blocks to wellbeing. Christine works holistically to address root causes of your challenges by weaving together her grounding in psychological science and counselling with other modalities, thereby expanding treatment options & allowing them to be tailored to the individual. She creates a safe and compassionate space where clients feel they are a person beyond their symptoms.
Christine has qualifications in psychology, counselling, EMDR therapy, yoga (including mindfulness and meditation training) as well as somatic therapies.
EMDR Therapy - Nueroaffirming - Trauma-informed - LGBTQIA+ Safe Space. Christine (MCounsPsych) supports anxious, burnt-out professionals to understand and overcome their blocks to wellbeing. Christine works holistically to address root causes of your challenges by weaving together her grounding in psychological science and counselling with other modalities, thereby expanding treatment options & allowing them to be tailored to the individual. She creates a safe and compassionate space where clients feel they are a person beyond their symptoms.
(03) 4320 5110 View (03) 4320 5110
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Casey Anderson
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Parkville, VIC 3052
This way of working can be particularly helpful to work through unresolved feelings from the past and locate the hidden cause of symptoms; bringing relief from depression, anxiety, somatic disorders, and repetitive relationship issues.
As an experienced therapist, Casey has worked in a range of diverse settings with children, adolescents, adults, and couples. Through this experience, Casey has developed a deep understanding of what it means to be human, forming her view that we are unique and complex beings with a desire for connection with self and others, even if this feels difficult.
This way of working can be particularly helpful to work through unresolved feelings from the past and locate the hidden cause of symptoms; bringing relief from depression, anxiety, somatic disorders, and repetitive relationship issues.
As an experienced therapist, Casey has worked in a range of diverse settings with children, adolescents, adults, and couples. Through this experience, Casey has developed a deep understanding of what it means to be human, forming her view that we are unique and complex beings with a desire for connection with self and others, even if this feels difficult.
(03) 7003 2898 View (03) 7003 2898
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Melissa Thompson
Psychotherapist, MC, PACFA
Moorabbin, VIC 3189
Trying to find a therapist through an online site is a daunting task, but the fact that you're looking means that you're that much closer to feeling better. We all feel overwhelmed at times during our lives. There's no reason to feel alone. I'm here to sit beside you as we uncover and explore your inner resources together.
Trying to find a therapist through an online site is a daunting task, but the fact that you're looking means that you're that much closer to feeling better. We all feel overwhelmed at times during our lives. There's no reason to feel alone. I'm here to sit beside you as we uncover and explore your inner resources together.
(03) 7500 5860 View (03) 7500 5860
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Josh Sasai - Wisdom Psychotherapy
Social Worker, AMHSW
Thornbury, VIC 3071
I use a wide range of therapeutic approaches, depending on the needs of individual clients, including EMDR, Somatic Approach, Mindfulness, Focusing, Clinical Hypnosis, Qigong, Havening Techniques and Meridian Tapping.
Hi, my name is Josh. I specialise in working with clients with trauma (C/PTSD), anxiety, depression and chronic conditions by facilitating Body-Mind Processing practices. I use Buddhist Psychotherapy as my therapeutic framework. Buddhist Psychotherapy is a non-religious, brain science-focused and compassion-oriented framework, which can combine evidence-based counselling methods with body-mind integrative practices for a restored sense of wellbeing. My practice focuses on the body’s innate wisdom to work out solutions to the presented issues, as well as working with emotions as the vehicles to connect body-and-mind.
I use a wide range of therapeutic approaches, depending on the needs of individual clients, including EMDR, Somatic Approach, Mindfulness, Focusing, Clinical Hypnosis, Qigong, Havening Techniques and Meridian Tapping.
Hi, my name is Josh. I specialise in working with clients with trauma (C/PTSD), anxiety, depression and chronic conditions by facilitating Body-Mind Processing practices. I use Buddhist Psychotherapy as my therapeutic framework. Buddhist Psychotherapy is a non-religious, brain science-focused and compassion-oriented framework, which can combine evidence-based counselling methods with body-mind integrative practices for a restored sense of wellbeing. My practice focuses on the body’s innate wisdom to work out solutions to the presented issues, as well as working with emotions as the vehicles to connect body-and-mind.
(03) 9010 5025 View (03) 9010 5025
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Jessica Cove Holistic Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Online Only
My holistic approach draws from evidence-based therapeutic frameworks as well as complimentary practices and theories including Internal Family Systems, Evidence Based Emotional Freedom Technique, somatic experiencing, polyvagal theory, meditation and restorative yoga.
Welcome— I’m Jessica, a holistic counsellor and meditation therapist. I specialise in supporting individuals facing challenges involving perfectionism, burnout, chronic illness, overwhelm and anxiety. In addition to nine years of private practice counselling, lived experience with chronic illness and decades spent as a classical ballet dancer inform my gentle, compassion-focused therapeutic work. I am passionate about creating meaningful change for individuals and their loved ones, and I am so grateful to be living my ikigai.
My holistic approach draws from evidence-based therapeutic frameworks as well as complimentary practices and theories including Internal Family Systems, Evidence Based Emotional Freedom Technique, somatic experiencing, polyvagal theory, meditation and restorative yoga.
Welcome— I’m Jessica, a holistic counsellor and meditation therapist. I specialise in supporting individuals facing challenges involving perfectionism, burnout, chronic illness, overwhelm and anxiety. In addition to nine years of private practice counselling, lived experience with chronic illness and decades spent as a classical ballet dancer inform my gentle, compassion-focused therapeutic work. I am passionate about creating meaningful change for individuals and their loved ones, and I am so grateful to be living my ikigai.
(07) 5240 9171 View (07) 5240 9171
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Dawn Vincent
Counsellor, AMHSW
Hawthorn East, VIC 3123
Are you experiencing low mood, finding it hard to stop worrying and feeling dissatisfied with the quality of your relationships or unhappy with your personal or working life? With the busyness of our lives and the pressures and demands we all face daily, our emotional wellbeing is an area which can be neglected. However, there comes a time when we know that it is time to stop and take some action to turn our life around. Counselling with me can help you with the skills and strategies you need to make changes and choices which will allow you to find the satisfaction you seek in the key areas of your life.
Are you experiencing low mood, finding it hard to stop worrying and feeling dissatisfied with the quality of your relationships or unhappy with your personal or working life? With the busyness of our lives and the pressures and demands we all face daily, our emotional wellbeing is an area which can be neglected. However, there comes a time when we know that it is time to stop and take some action to turn our life around. Counselling with me can help you with the skills and strategies you need to make changes and choices which will allow you to find the satisfaction you seek in the key areas of your life.
(03) 9068 5948 View (03) 9068 5948
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Tracey Moroney
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Heathmont, VIC 3135
I am a trauma informed counsellor who respectfully builds connection using attachment theory as my foundation. My passion for helping people was established in my formative career as an oncology nurse. I assist people safely unpack aspects of themselves and their lives, in the hope that this process creates the ingredients for self-awareness, self-compassion and growth. With an attitude of curiosity, I aim to provide a safe, nonjudgmental, and empathic space for each person to reflect upon their unique lived experience. Together we help to build a repertoire of resources to draw upon, to foster greater joy and meaning in one’s life.
I am a trauma informed counsellor who respectfully builds connection using attachment theory as my foundation. My passion for helping people was established in my formative career as an oncology nurse. I assist people safely unpack aspects of themselves and their lives, in the hope that this process creates the ingredients for self-awareness, self-compassion and growth. With an attitude of curiosity, I aim to provide a safe, nonjudgmental, and empathic space for each person to reflect upon their unique lived experience. Together we help to build a repertoire of resources to draw upon, to foster greater joy and meaning in one’s life.
(03) 8203 5417 View (03) 8203 5417
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Mindful Sparrow Therapy & Holistic Coaching
Psychotherapist, MA, AMHSW
Online Only
My work uses evidence-based approaches with a somatic focus.
Megan Shea (AMHSW) · No waitlist · Medicare available · Accepting new clients I’m really glad you’re here. If you’ve been holding things together on the surface but something underneath isn’t working — in your relationships, your direction, or how you’re actually feeling — this is a place to actually work through it. If you’ve tried therapy before and felt like it didn’t go anywhere, you’re not alone. A lot of people come to me after feeling stuck in conversations that didn’t lead to change. My approach is active, practical, and focused on helping you understand what’s happening — and what to do next.
My work uses evidence-based approaches with a somatic focus.
Megan Shea (AMHSW) · No waitlist · Medicare available · Accepting new clients I’m really glad you’re here. If you’ve been holding things together on the surface but something underneath isn’t working — in your relationships, your direction, or how you’re actually feeling — this is a place to actually work through it. If you’ve tried therapy before and felt like it didn’t go anywhere, you’re not alone. A lot of people come to me after feeling stuck in conversations that didn’t lead to change. My approach is active, practical, and focused on helping you understand what’s happening — and what to do next.
(03) 7003 2678 View (03) 7003 2678
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Laura Solis
Psychotherapist, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Carlton, VIC 3053
I offer mindfulness and somatic
practices. I consider the different domains of life. The physical, psychological, social, cultural, philosophical, sexual and spiritual perspectives. Therapy offers an in depth exploration of your experience, allowing deeper understanding and insight. I see psychotherapy as a meaningful and creative process that can enrich your quality of life.
I offer mindfulness and somatic
practices. I consider the different domains of life. The physical, psychological, social, cultural, philosophical, sexual and spiritual perspectives. Therapy offers an in depth exploration of your experience, allowing deeper understanding and insight. I see psychotherapy as a meaningful and creative process that can enrich your quality of life.
(03) 7003 2501 View (03) 7003 2501
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Sara Louise Harris
Counsellor, ACA-L4
1 Endorsed
Armadale, VIC 3143
Specialising in relationships, trauma and anxiety. I work collaboratively with you to reach your mental health & wellbeing goals, working with individuals, couples, families & teens. People often present with anxiety, depression, health issues/challenges, trauma, anger issues, lack of self-worth/confidence, parenting challenges, relationship issues, family challenges, difficulty managing stress, grief/loss & more. Specialising also in women's health issues impacting mental health, including fertility, perinatal anxiety, menopause, PMS, endometriosis, PCOS, cancers, etc. Here to support you to enrich your life & your relationships.
Specialising in relationships, trauma and anxiety. I work collaboratively with you to reach your mental health & wellbeing goals, working with individuals, couples, families & teens. People often present with anxiety, depression, health issues/challenges, trauma, anger issues, lack of self-worth/confidence, parenting challenges, relationship issues, family challenges, difficulty managing stress, grief/loss & more. Specialising also in women's health issues impacting mental health, including fertility, perinatal anxiety, menopause, PMS, endometriosis, PCOS, cancers, etc. Here to support you to enrich your life & your relationships.
(03) 7003 2963 View (03) 7003 2963
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Virgil Therapy
Psychotherapist, MA, AThR
Serves Area
As an arts-based therapist, my practice integrates art materials and somatic inquiry, alongside conversation, to support clients through complex emotional experiences, identity exploration, and meaning-making.
Arts therapy is particularly helpful to clients who struggle to put words to their experience, or would benefit from a more trauma-informed, embodied approach. I offer an attuned, compassionate container for clients to engage with inner complexity and emerge with greater clarity and resilience. My practice is affirming and person-centered, always.
As an arts-based therapist, my practice integrates art materials and somatic inquiry, alongside conversation, to support clients through complex emotional experiences, identity exploration, and meaning-making.
Arts therapy is particularly helpful to clients who struggle to put words to their experience, or would benefit from a more trauma-informed, embodied approach. I offer an attuned, compassionate container for clients to engage with inner complexity and emerge with greater clarity and resilience. My practice is affirming and person-centered, always.
(02) 9538 7381 View (02) 9538 7381
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Lisa Jacques
Social Worker, AMHSW
Camberwell, VIC 3124
Hi there, I'm Lisa from Mindful Psychotherapy. I am a Clinical Social Worker and Psychotherapist with over 27 years experience providing therapy to adults, young people, couples and families. I'm passionate about assisting people to work through life's challenges, improve their mental health and wellbeing, grow their self-compassion, live life by their most cherished values and build better relationships. I know it takes courage to come to therapy and I believe it is a privilege to walk alongside you for part of your journey. I am deeply committed to working respectfully and collaboratively with you on what is important to you.
Hi there, I'm Lisa from Mindful Psychotherapy. I am a Clinical Social Worker and Psychotherapist with over 27 years experience providing therapy to adults, young people, couples and families. I'm passionate about assisting people to work through life's challenges, improve their mental health and wellbeing, grow their self-compassion, live life by their most cherished values and build better relationships. I know it takes courage to come to therapy and I believe it is a privilege to walk alongside you for part of your journey. I am deeply committed to working respectfully and collaboratively with you on what is important to you.
(03) 7003 2649 View (03) 7003 2649
Somatic Therapists
How does somatic therapy work?
Somatic therapy is a form of treatment that focuses on how the body and mind are interconnected. In this approach, physical symptoms are addressed because they may in fact signal emotional distress. Somatic therapists combine mindfulness, talk therapy, breathwork, yoga, dance, and physical manipulations of the body to help patients become more attuned to what their body is telling them.

Is EMDR a somatic therapy?
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a form of somatic therapy, as it incorporates mental and physical principles. EMDR involves remembering a traumatic experience while allowing one’s eyes to track a side-to-side visual stimulus from a therapist. This lateral eye movement is believed to diminish the painful power of the memory so that it can be discussed with a therapist.

Is somatic therapy evidence-based?
Somatic therapy has been researched and studied, and some forms of somatic therapy are found to be effective in treating a wide range of conditions. Because somatic therapy encompasses many techniques, some, such as EMDR and meditation, have been studied more than others.

What is somatic trauma therapy?
Somatic trauma therapy is based on the idea that when people experience trauma, they can become stuck in the “freeze” part of a “fight, flight, or freeze” response. In this state, trauma can manifest itself both mentally and physically—through tension in the muscles, anxiety, and stress. Popular forms of somatic trauma therapy include EMDR, sensorimotor therapy, and somatic experiencing.