Somatic Therapists in Vancouver, BC
My work with clients utilizes a trauma-informed, somatic, attachment-based approach. While we explore what is happening in your life right now, we also explore what happened to you so we can heal from the ground up. By bringing the stored emotions of the body and our felt sense of those into our sessions, we are able to deepen our work and shift ingrained patterns, creating lasting change.
My work with clients utilizes a trauma-informed, somatic, attachment-based approach. While we explore what is happening in your life right now, we also explore what happened to you so we can heal from the ground up. By bringing the stored emotions of the body and our felt sense of those into our sessions, we are able to deepen our work and shift ingrained patterns, creating lasting change.
I am certified in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), as well as some somatic experiencing approaches, both targeting trauma and fostering healing.
Do you feel like you live in a world that can feel isolating, overwhelming, and damaging? Maybe you feel as if the past is haunting you, leaving you frightened, on guard, loss of control, shut down, confused, or ashamed. Perhaps you feel as if you are constantly spiralling in your mind around stress, identity confusion, and relationship difficulties. We can't control what happens around us, but we can control how we respond. If this is you, please know you are not alone; support is there to help.
I am certified in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), as well as some somatic experiencing approaches, both targeting trauma and fostering healing.
Do you feel like you live in a world that can feel isolating, overwhelming, and damaging? Maybe you feel as if the past is haunting you, leaving you frightened, on guard, loss of control, shut down, confused, or ashamed. Perhaps you feel as if you are constantly spiralling in your mind around stress, identity confusion, and relationship difficulties. We can't control what happens around us, but we can control how we respond. If this is you, please know you are not alone; support is there to help.
I also use Somatic EMDR therapy and LENS Neurofeedback in my practice which help with emotion regulation, stress management, dissociation, self-esteem, and much more.
Do you want to feel more connected and happier in your relationships? Do you sometimes feel overwhelmed by your feelings? Do you often feel sad, worried, or anxious? Many of my clients are professionals, parents, students, and creatives who appear to be functioning well on the outside, but inwardly are feeling anxious, inadequate, and disconnected. Whether you're dealing with something right now or want to understand your feelings better, I'm here to help and ready to support you.
I also use Somatic EMDR therapy and LENS Neurofeedback in my practice which help with emotion regulation, stress management, dissociation, self-esteem, and much more.
Do you want to feel more connected and happier in your relationships? Do you sometimes feel overwhelmed by your feelings? Do you often feel sad, worried, or anxious? Many of my clients are professionals, parents, students, and creatives who appear to be functioning well on the outside, but inwardly are feeling anxious, inadequate, and disconnected. Whether you're dealing with something right now or want to understand your feelings better, I'm here to help and ready to support you.
Brittany MacCartney
Counsellor, MCP, RCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Vancouver, BC V6Z
Waitlist for new clients
I ground my work in emotion-focused and trauma-informed somatic care that allows us to slow down and feel the emotions we often ignore in our fast-paced society.
I offer a de-stigmatizing and validating experience to help you feel supported while navigating the stickier and scarier parts of life. I seek to aid our innermost selves in feeling seen, understood, and unstuck. I support and normalise through psychoeducation and specialised training ranging from relationships, intimacy concerns, sex work, sexuality, sexual function, sexual desire discrepancy, pelvic floor pain, sexual health, fantasy/kink/fetish, sex/porn "addiction", undesirable content of porn and sexual content, life transitions, childhood trauma, sexual/religious/medical trauma, and panic/anxiety.
I ground my work in emotion-focused and trauma-informed somatic care that allows us to slow down and feel the emotions we often ignore in our fast-paced society.
I offer a de-stigmatizing and validating experience to help you feel supported while navigating the stickier and scarier parts of life. I seek to aid our innermost selves in feeling seen, understood, and unstuck. I support and normalise through psychoeducation and specialised training ranging from relationships, intimacy concerns, sex work, sexuality, sexual function, sexual desire discrepancy, pelvic floor pain, sexual health, fantasy/kink/fetish, sex/porn "addiction", undesirable content of porn and sexual content, life transitions, childhood trauma, sexual/religious/medical trauma, and panic/anxiety.
I have training and interest in several therapeutic modalities such as mindfulness-based and somatic approaches, cognitive and dialectical behavioral therapies, and emotion-focused therapies.
My approach is non-pathologizing, flexible, and collaborative. Clients come to me with a variety of concerns related to mood, anxiety and stress, relationship challenges and dissatisfaction. Therapy helps us to move past distractions, expectations, and assumptions to become clear about ourselves, our struggles, and the changes we need to make.
I have training and interest in several therapeutic modalities such as mindfulness-based and somatic approaches, cognitive and dialectical behavioral therapies, and emotion-focused therapies.
My approach is non-pathologizing, flexible, and collaborative. Clients come to me with a variety of concerns related to mood, anxiety and stress, relationship challenges and dissatisfaction. Therapy helps us to move past distractions, expectations, and assumptions to become clear about ourselves, our struggles, and the changes we need to make.
I use Somatic Attachment Psychotherapy as a body-oriented therapeutic tool used to treat trauma-related disorders including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) within the client/therapist relationship.
Is your life filled with strife due to compulsive sexual behavior's (sex, porn, and/or love addiction)? Or are you the partner of someone who struggles with these compulsive sexual behavior's? If so, Glenda will support you one step at a time. Support will include processing any traumas, managing crises, learning about intimacy disorders, identifying and communicating your feelings, reclaiming your sexuality, and deciding next steps.
I use Somatic Attachment Psychotherapy as a body-oriented therapeutic tool used to treat trauma-related disorders including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) within the client/therapist relationship.
Is your life filled with strife due to compulsive sexual behavior's (sex, porn, and/or love addiction)? Or are you the partner of someone who struggles with these compulsive sexual behavior's? If so, Glenda will support you one step at a time. Support will include processing any traumas, managing crises, learning about intimacy disorders, identifying and communicating your feelings, reclaiming your sexuality, and deciding next steps.
In practice, I use an eclectic and integrative experiential approach to therapy with specialized expertise in Neurotherapy, EMDR, OEI, Somatic TRE & IFS, which promotes healing at the root of the concern.
Are you struggling with Anxiety, Trust, Confidence, and a looming sense that the world around you is not always a safe or predictable place? Do you feel disconnected from your body and the emotional resources it holds, or has your body felt like a battleground of unpredictable symptoms? Have past experiences left you feeling stuck in patterns that are no longer serving you and are impacting your relationships? If this resonates with you, and other therapies just haven't seemed to get to the root of your concerns, I invite you to explore something different: An experiential brain-body approach to healing and lasting change.
In practice, I use an eclectic and integrative experiential approach to therapy with specialized expertise in Neurotherapy, EMDR, OEI, Somatic TRE & IFS, which promotes healing at the root of the concern.
Are you struggling with Anxiety, Trust, Confidence, and a looming sense that the world around you is not always a safe or predictable place? Do you feel disconnected from your body and the emotional resources it holds, or has your body felt like a battleground of unpredictable symptoms? Have past experiences left you feeling stuck in patterns that are no longer serving you and are impacting your relationships? If this resonates with you, and other therapies just haven't seemed to get to the root of your concerns, I invite you to explore something different: An experiential brain-body approach to healing and lasting change.
As an online Women's Alignment Coach, I use modalities like EFT, Somatic Therapy, Human Design, Mindfulness, Energy Clearing, CBT and many other intuitive and spiritual tools to help your unique needs.
I love working with women who are cycle breakers, resilient, sensitive and strong. They might feel like the black sheep of the family, ready to claim their voice, power and presence. However, at times we can hit a freeze, fawn, fight or flight response when trying to reach those goals, especially if they're bigger than anyone in our family has ever achcieved or if their is past traumas that are stopping you from achieving those next levels of success in love, life and business. If YOU are ready to embrace your YOU-ness fully, let's do this together!
As an online Women's Alignment Coach, I use modalities like EFT, Somatic Therapy, Human Design, Mindfulness, Energy Clearing, CBT and many other intuitive and spiritual tools to help your unique needs.
I love working with women who are cycle breakers, resilient, sensitive and strong. They might feel like the black sheep of the family, ready to claim their voice, power and presence. However, at times we can hit a freeze, fawn, fight or flight response when trying to reach those goals, especially if they're bigger than anyone in our family has ever achcieved or if their is past traumas that are stopping you from achieving those next levels of success in love, life and business. If YOU are ready to embrace your YOU-ness fully, let's do this together!
My approach integrates Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-Based therapies, and body-based Somatic Transformation therapy for trauma.
Are you or your loved one struggling with daily stress, anxiety or depression in this difficult time? You may be experiencing loneliness from isolation, loss of a loved one, physical health challenges and/or emotional pain, or relationship issues. Allow me the privilege to help support you in your time of need. I am a compassionate therapist who is committed to developing healthy individuals, families and communities. I work collaboratively with clients to instil hope; embracing their personal stories, strengths, multicultural and diverse backgrounds. Healing the body, mind and spirit to build healthy individuals.
My approach integrates Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-Based therapies, and body-based Somatic Transformation therapy for trauma.
Are you or your loved one struggling with daily stress, anxiety or depression in this difficult time? You may be experiencing loneliness from isolation, loss of a loved one, physical health challenges and/or emotional pain, or relationship issues. Allow me the privilege to help support you in your time of need. I am a compassionate therapist who is committed to developing healthy individuals, families and communities. I work collaboratively with clients to instil hope; embracing their personal stories, strengths, multicultural and diverse backgrounds. Healing the body, mind and spirit to build healthy individuals.
I have training in Narrative therapy, Mindful Self Compassion, Gottman Couples Therapy, EMDR and Somatic Experiencing.
Moments of struggle are inevitable. However, when we are at a crossroads, we can begin seeing ourselves more clearly. My practice, Liminal Space Counselling, is founded on the idea that the space between two points in our lives is a chance to reflect and begin again.
I also offer a group on Self Compassion.
>As of MAY 2025<
We will have an intern from Yorkville University, Ritu Verma, who will be accepting new clients for up to 12 sessions. They will have supervision from myself and Yorkville University. Sessions with Ritu will be $50.
I have training in Narrative therapy, Mindful Self Compassion, Gottman Couples Therapy, EMDR and Somatic Experiencing.
Moments of struggle are inevitable. However, when we are at a crossroads, we can begin seeing ourselves more clearly. My practice, Liminal Space Counselling, is founded on the idea that the space between two points in our lives is a chance to reflect and begin again.
I also offer a group on Self Compassion.
>As of MAY 2025<
We will have an intern from Yorkville University, Ritu Verma, who will be accepting new clients for up to 12 sessions. They will have supervision from myself and Yorkville University. Sessions with Ritu will be $50.
I primarily focus on Somatic Therapy, trauma education, and nervous system regulation.
My intention is to help create a very safe space for my clients to explore their authentic selves and allow for genuine discovery and growth. It is important to me to build trust and rapport with my clients, and connect with them using my skills, intuition and wisdom. Each session is unique and customized according to the client’s needs and current state. I have witnessed the growth capacity and resilience that people possess to resolve their issues. My role is to help support and provide guidance as you discover your purpose, liberation, and empowerment.
I primarily focus on Somatic Therapy, trauma education, and nervous system regulation.
My intention is to help create a very safe space for my clients to explore their authentic selves and allow for genuine discovery and growth. It is important to me to build trust and rapport with my clients, and connect with them using my skills, intuition and wisdom. Each session is unique and customized according to the client’s needs and current state. I have witnessed the growth capacity and resilience that people possess to resolve their issues. My role is to help support and provide guidance as you discover your purpose, liberation, and empowerment.
Meet Our Somatic Counsellors
I specialize in meditation, somatic psychotherapy, biofeedback, EMDR, emotional freedom techniques, integrative nutrition, and other methods to expand the potential of your mind and body.
Dr. Michele Kambolis is an acclaimed author, speaker, and holistic therapist with 25 years of experience in the field. She holds a PhD in Mind-Body Medicine. Her evidenced-based resources will set you on a path of self-healing, inner wisdom, and profound mind-body health. Her approach is fresh, empowering, and genuine. Michele is the owner and clinical director of Harbourside Family Counseling Centre, served as Vice Chair for the B.C. Mental Health Foundation, and was twice President of the B.C. Association For Play Therapy. She is also the author of two celebrated books: When Women Rise and Generation Stressed.
I specialize in meditation, somatic psychotherapy, biofeedback, EMDR, emotional freedom techniques, integrative nutrition, and other methods to expand the potential of your mind and body.
Dr. Michele Kambolis is an acclaimed author, speaker, and holistic therapist with 25 years of experience in the field. She holds a PhD in Mind-Body Medicine. Her evidenced-based resources will set you on a path of self-healing, inner wisdom, and profound mind-body health. Her approach is fresh, empowering, and genuine. Michele is the owner and clinical director of Harbourside Family Counseling Centre, served as Vice Chair for the B.C. Mental Health Foundation, and was twice President of the B.C. Association For Play Therapy. She is also the author of two celebrated books: When Women Rise and Generation Stressed.
I use somatic methods, EMDR, and emotion-focused therapy to facilitate a process in which the body can point each client to their unique ‘antidote
Welcome to my practice. I am based in Vancouver and work with individuals, couples, and families experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and parenting challenges. In collaboration with clients, I aim to foster an increasing awareness of what has happened till now to bring you to this point; to normalize feelings and experiences, especially those relating to trauma; and to facilitate a connection to your inner knowing. I believe that in the uncomfortable parts of life, the challenges and the chaos, we can learn to maintain healthy connections within ourselves and with our loved ones and community.
I use somatic methods, EMDR, and emotion-focused therapy to facilitate a process in which the body can point each client to their unique ‘antidote
Welcome to my practice. I am based in Vancouver and work with individuals, couples, and families experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and parenting challenges. In collaboration with clients, I aim to foster an increasing awareness of what has happened till now to bring you to this point; to normalize feelings and experiences, especially those relating to trauma; and to facilitate a connection to your inner knowing. I believe that in the uncomfortable parts of life, the challenges and the chaos, we can learn to maintain healthy connections within ourselves and with our loved ones and community.
Through a series of evidence-based interventions such as CBT and DBT coupled with somatic and mindfulness techniques, we will work together to regain your connection with reality and develop a set of tools to better manage life’s ups and downs.
Are you struggling with a life transition or finding purpose and meaning in your life? Are you currently feeling overwhelmed by anxiety or stuck in depression? Are you interested in exploring thoughts or feelings that you’ve been curious to better understand? My approach begins with an assessment of what has made your life experience unique. Understanding how we connect with others and how our lived experiences have shaped us can help connect many dots. Our focus will then turn to the present, looking at your relationship with mindfulness and your surrounding world.
Through a series of evidence-based interventions such as CBT and DBT coupled with somatic and mindfulness techniques, we will work together to regain your connection with reality and develop a set of tools to better manage life’s ups and downs.
Are you struggling with a life transition or finding purpose and meaning in your life? Are you currently feeling overwhelmed by anxiety or stuck in depression? Are you interested in exploring thoughts or feelings that you’ve been curious to better understand? My approach begins with an assessment of what has made your life experience unique. Understanding how we connect with others and how our lived experiences have shaped us can help connect many dots. Our focus will then turn to the present, looking at your relationship with mindfulness and your surrounding world.
My expertise spans music therapy, somatic therapy, hypnotherapy, counselling, parts therapy, and psychedelic-assisted therapy, enhanced by the NeuroVizr device.
For the brave souls (individuals or couples) seeking transformative therapy, life's complexities can be overwhelming. You've likely felt the exhaustion, questioning, "Can I catch a break?" I've been there too, understanding that inner stories may surface as anxiety, depression, or feeling stuck. Together, we navigate this journey. My nurturing, collaborative approach merges quantum-inspired therapy with harm-reduction plant medicine, aiming for deep self-understanding, reconnecting you with yourself, others, and the vast universe. It's time to reclaim your narrative.
My expertise spans music therapy, somatic therapy, hypnotherapy, counselling, parts therapy, and psychedelic-assisted therapy, enhanced by the NeuroVizr device.
For the brave souls (individuals or couples) seeking transformative therapy, life's complexities can be overwhelming. You've likely felt the exhaustion, questioning, "Can I catch a break?" I've been there too, understanding that inner stories may surface as anxiety, depression, or feeling stuck. Together, we navigate this journey. My nurturing, collaborative approach merges quantum-inspired therapy with harm-reduction plant medicine, aiming for deep self-understanding, reconnecting you with yourself, others, and the vast universe. It's time to reclaim your narrative.
I offer somatic coaching.
I excel at helping people get "unstuck," and get meaningful and sustainable results from therapy. I help people identify, and break, cycles. Clients may struggle with routine, relationships, mood disorders, focus, getting started, a creative rut, or trauma triggers. I specialize in adult ASD & ADHD, but welcome clients from all backgrounds to work with me.
I offer somatic coaching.
I excel at helping people get "unstuck," and get meaningful and sustainable results from therapy. I help people identify, and break, cycles. Clients may struggle with routine, relationships, mood disorders, focus, getting started, a creative rut, or trauma triggers. I specialize in adult ASD & ADHD, but welcome clients from all backgrounds to work with me.
My therapeutic lens is somatic- and mindfulness-based, holistic, and trauma-informed.
Welcome! I am Tiela and I provide compassionate care. I work with clients from all walks of life with an emphasis on easing life transitions, people pleasing tendencies, unpacking trauma, and coming back to who you are, or were. Do you have a hard time making sense of your feelings or turn off your emotions when something big happens? Do you have a hard time addressing issues with others, or do you find yourself unhappy when others get their needs met? Do you put your emotions in a box and put it on a shelf? I can help you retrieve that box and unpack it.
My therapeutic lens is somatic- and mindfulness-based, holistic, and trauma-informed.
Welcome! I am Tiela and I provide compassionate care. I work with clients from all walks of life with an emphasis on easing life transitions, people pleasing tendencies, unpacking trauma, and coming back to who you are, or were. Do you have a hard time making sense of your feelings or turn off your emotions when something big happens? Do you have a hard time addressing issues with others, or do you find yourself unhappy when others get their needs met? Do you put your emotions in a box and put it on a shelf? I can help you retrieve that box and unpack it.
I am trained in Gottman Method, Emotional Focused Therapy (EFT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy (SFT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and utilize Mindfulness and Somatic approaches in my work.
At E-Talk Wellness, we believe you are the expert of your own story and that true healing is relational. Our integrative, holistic approach combines the latest evidence-based therapies to support your individual, relational, and sexual well-being. Break free from negative thought patterns and unlock your inner strengths. Find inner calm and clarity, gaining a deeper understanding of yourself and your emotions. Strengthen and rejuvenate your relationships by uncovering hidden patterns, enhancing communication, and forging deeper connections. Explore your sexual identity, address performance issues, and reignite passion and intimacy.
I am trained in Gottman Method, Emotional Focused Therapy (EFT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy (SFT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and utilize Mindfulness and Somatic approaches in my work.
At E-Talk Wellness, we believe you are the expert of your own story and that true healing is relational. Our integrative, holistic approach combines the latest evidence-based therapies to support your individual, relational, and sexual well-being. Break free from negative thought patterns and unlock your inner strengths. Find inner calm and clarity, gaining a deeper understanding of yourself and your emotions. Strengthen and rejuvenate your relationships by uncovering hidden patterns, enhancing communication, and forging deeper connections. Explore your sexual identity, address performance issues, and reignite passion and intimacy.
Caleb Shearer
Registered Social Worker, MSW
Verified Verified
Vancouver, BC V6A
Waitlist for new clients
Using narrative and somatic approaches I support individuals and families facing PTSD, anxiety, depression and addiction.
Caleb has worked with trauma and addiction for over 20 years. His battle began with the confrontation of trauma and addiction in his own family, and then within himself. Since committing himself to trauma recovery, Caleb has worked in virtually every aspect of addiction and mental health care and treatment from frontline to government and NGO policy.
Using narrative and somatic approaches I support individuals and families facing PTSD, anxiety, depression and addiction.
Caleb has worked with trauma and addiction for over 20 years. His battle began with the confrontation of trauma and addiction in his own family, and then within himself. Since committing himself to trauma recovery, Caleb has worked in virtually every aspect of addiction and mental health care and treatment from frontline to government and NGO policy.
Joss Martinez | Ifs | Somatic | Eft
Counsellor, MA, RCC, CCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Vancouver, BC V6H
Through evidence-based methods like IFS, somatic therapy, and mindfulness, clients explore emotions and develop coping strategies.
If you're on a journey to discover more about yourself, grow personally, find emotional balance, gain mental clarity, heal from past experiences, form meaningful connections, or navigate through a life transition I'm here to walk alongside you and provide my support through Internal Family Systems (IFS), narrative therapy, and solution-focused approaches. Life's journey can be a labyrinth of emotions, especially during challenging times. But you don't have to navigate it alone.
Through evidence-based methods like IFS, somatic therapy, and mindfulness, clients explore emotions and develop coping strategies.
If you're on a journey to discover more about yourself, grow personally, find emotional balance, gain mental clarity, heal from past experiences, form meaningful connections, or navigate through a life transition I'm here to walk alongside you and provide my support through Internal Family Systems (IFS), narrative therapy, and solution-focused approaches. Life's journey can be a labyrinth of emotions, especially during challenging times. But you don't have to navigate it alone.
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Somatic Counsellors
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.