Somatic Therapists in Burlington, ON
Kryzel Abalus
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA, MACP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Online Only
I am a holistic and person-centred therapist, pulling from somatic interventions, EFT tapping, psychodynamic methods, CBT, mindfulness, meditation, and polyvagal techniques.
Now accepting new clients - Carrying the burdens of the past? Feeling drained, scared, or helpless? I get it! I aim to help you work through your stressors to help you process, learn, and cope with the past and present. I typically work with folks struggling with anxiety, stress, trauma, depression, grief, relationships, boundary setting, career troubles, and more. I hold an inviting, validating, and supportive space that centres you as the expert in your experiences, acknowledging that your goals and your knowledge hold meaning and value.
I am a holistic and person-centred therapist, pulling from somatic interventions, EFT tapping, psychodynamic methods, CBT, mindfulness, meditation, and polyvagal techniques.
Now accepting new clients - Carrying the burdens of the past? Feeling drained, scared, or helpless? I get it! I aim to help you work through your stressors to help you process, learn, and cope with the past and present. I typically work with folks struggling with anxiety, stress, trauma, depression, grief, relationships, boundary setting, career troubles, and more. I hold an inviting, validating, and supportive space that centres you as the expert in your experiences, acknowledging that your goals and your knowledge hold meaning and value.
I take a person-centered, culturally inclusive, and trauma-informed approach, drawing on various evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT, ACT, IFS, attachment theory, emotion-focused therapy, somatic techniques, mindfulness, and Gottman methods.
Accepting new clients - Life can be overwhelming—trauma can leave you drained, anger can feel overwhelming, ADHD can feel paralyzing, relationship struggles can lead to loneliness, and anxiety can weigh heavily on you. I understand how exhausting these challenges can be. I work with individuals, couples, and families to navigate these difficulties and foster personal growth. My goal is to create a safe, collaborative environment where you can explore your concerns. Whether you need a space to talk, process your feelings, gain self-awareness, or acquire new coping skills, I’m here to support you.
I take a person-centered, culturally inclusive, and trauma-informed approach, drawing on various evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT, ACT, IFS, attachment theory, emotion-focused therapy, somatic techniques, mindfulness, and Gottman methods.
Accepting new clients - Life can be overwhelming—trauma can leave you drained, anger can feel overwhelming, ADHD can feel paralyzing, relationship struggles can lead to loneliness, and anxiety can weigh heavily on you. I understand how exhausting these challenges can be. I work with individuals, couples, and families to navigate these difficulties and foster personal growth. My goal is to create a safe, collaborative environment where you can explore your concerns. Whether you need a space to talk, process your feelings, gain self-awareness, or acquire new coping skills, I’m here to support you.
Nada Jarmakani
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, CTP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Burlington, ON L7N
I offer an integrative approach to our sessions, focusing on trauma healing through somatic practices.
Life can feel like an endless struggle when trauma, stress, anxiety, or relationship issues are part of your daily life. It’s important to have a space where you can pause, breathe, and be honest about your feelings—a place where your story is heard. In therapy, I’m here to support you as you process emotions and understand their roots. Together, we’ll focus on nurturing your self-worth, building trust in yourself, and developing emotional awareness. We will explore complex emotions like grief, shame, fear, and anger, as well as practical stress-reduction strategies to improve your overall emotional and mental health.
I offer an integrative approach to our sessions, focusing on trauma healing through somatic practices.
Life can feel like an endless struggle when trauma, stress, anxiety, or relationship issues are part of your daily life. It’s important to have a space where you can pause, breathe, and be honest about your feelings—a place where your story is heard. In therapy, I’m here to support you as you process emotions and understand their roots. Together, we’ll focus on nurturing your self-worth, building trust in yourself, and developing emotional awareness. We will explore complex emotions like grief, shame, fear, and anger, as well as practical stress-reduction strategies to improve your overall emotional and mental health.
Miranda Goode
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, BA, CPCA, CAPT, CRPO
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Burlington, ON L7L
Recently I have been training in Trauma Focused Modalities ( Somatic Experiencing, EMDR and IFS).
Many of us have forgotten how to let our emotions move through our bodies like pure energy forms - letting anger churn, hope to blossom, grief to contract, or sit with unmet longing. My approach is to simply be with what's true for you, moment to moment. I practice this through supportive listening and staying with whatever comes up in the present. I create a safe space to help unravel beliefs & emotions, and offer personalized, therapeutic techniques to support individuals to gain awareness and clarity about themselves, their patterns and the decisions they make in their life.
Recently I have been training in Trauma Focused Modalities ( Somatic Experiencing, EMDR and IFS).
Many of us have forgotten how to let our emotions move through our bodies like pure energy forms - letting anger churn, hope to blossom, grief to contract, or sit with unmet longing. My approach is to simply be with what's true for you, moment to moment. I practice this through supportive listening and staying with whatever comes up in the present. I create a safe space to help unravel beliefs & emotions, and offer personalized, therapeutic techniques to support individuals to gain awareness and clarity about themselves, their patterns and the decisions they make in their life.
I am a Registered Professional Counsellor, VITA Certified Sex Coach and Certified Somatic Sex Educator, specialized in female pleasure.
Is there something missing from your sex life? Is it all you thought it would be? Do you want more intimacy? More pleasure? Passion? Desire? We are not born knowing how to have great sex or develop healthy relationships. Nothing could be further from the truth! Sex and romantic relationships are both an art and a skillset developed through experience, and also through support and guidance. In my practice, I aim to help you to learn and understand how to create a sex life filled with pleasure and intimacy rather than shame, fear, or performance anxiety.
I am a Registered Professional Counsellor, VITA Certified Sex Coach and Certified Somatic Sex Educator, specialized in female pleasure.
Is there something missing from your sex life? Is it all you thought it would be? Do you want more intimacy? More pleasure? Passion? Desire? We are not born knowing how to have great sex or develop healthy relationships. Nothing could be further from the truth! Sex and romantic relationships are both an art and a skillset developed through experience, and also through support and guidance. In my practice, I aim to help you to learn and understand how to create a sex life filled with pleasure and intimacy rather than shame, fear, or performance anxiety.
My counselling style is grounded in person-centred, IFS, and somatic approaches.
I work with women experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship conflicts, life transitions, and those feeling stuck and looking to get more out of life. I believe conversations about happiness, purpose, and fulfillment to be important ones and help those exploring 'who am I?', 'what do I want?', and 'why aren't I happy?'. Clients tell me I am warm, down to earth, and easy to talk to and express relief at having an objective person to speak with. While I hope you feel heard and validated in our sessions, I also hope you feel gently challenged to support therapeutic change.
My counselling style is grounded in person-centred, IFS, and somatic approaches.
I work with women experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship conflicts, life transitions, and those feeling stuck and looking to get more out of life. I believe conversations about happiness, purpose, and fulfillment to be important ones and help those exploring 'who am I?', 'what do I want?', and 'why aren't I happy?'. Clients tell me I am warm, down to earth, and easy to talk to and express relief at having an objective person to speak with. While I hope you feel heard and validated in our sessions, I also hope you feel gently challenged to support therapeutic change.
Stefani Kazakov
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Burlington, ON L7N
My approach integrates CBT, ACT, compassion-focused, client-centered, and somatic therapy to help you get to where you want to be in your life!.
Do you often find yourself worrying that you are not good enough or struggling to manage your anxiety? Emotions like anxiety, stress, shame, worthlessness, and low self-esteem can leave you feeling isolated and defeated, and cast a shadow over your daily life, work, education, and relationships. I’m here to offer a warm, non-judgmental space where you can express your true self. Together, we can explore your emotions, uncover patterns that hold you back, and harness your strengths to help you move toward a fulfilling future. Let's embark on this journey of growth and self-discovery together!
My approach integrates CBT, ACT, compassion-focused, client-centered, and somatic therapy to help you get to where you want to be in your life!.
Do you often find yourself worrying that you are not good enough or struggling to manage your anxiety? Emotions like anxiety, stress, shame, worthlessness, and low self-esteem can leave you feeling isolated and defeated, and cast a shadow over your daily life, work, education, and relationships. I’m here to offer a warm, non-judgmental space where you can express your true self. Together, we can explore your emotions, uncover patterns that hold you back, and harness your strengths to help you move toward a fulfilling future. Let's embark on this journey of growth and self-discovery together!
Mary Vuksanovic
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, BA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Burlington, ON L7N
My approach integrates talk therapy with CBT, ACT, IFS, and somatic therapy to help you improve your mental health and well-being!.
Are you having difficulty coping with stress, anxiety, depression, low self esteem, traumatic experiences or challenging life transitions? Do you feel like you are constantly in fight-or-flight mode? These challenges can leave you feeling overwhelmed, dysregulated and unmotivated, affecting your daily life, work, school and relationships. But don't worry, you're not alone. I'm here to help you find lasting relief and make a positive change. Get your life back by developing effective skills and tools to overcome these challenging experiences!
My approach integrates talk therapy with CBT, ACT, IFS, and somatic therapy to help you improve your mental health and well-being!.
Are you having difficulty coping with stress, anxiety, depression, low self esteem, traumatic experiences or challenging life transitions? Do you feel like you are constantly in fight-or-flight mode? These challenges can leave you feeling overwhelmed, dysregulated and unmotivated, affecting your daily life, work, school and relationships. But don't worry, you're not alone. I'm here to help you find lasting relief and make a positive change. Get your life back by developing effective skills and tools to overcome these challenging experiences!
I combine therapist such as CBT, ERP, IFS, ECT with experiential therapies ( Somatic) to create a holistic and individualized treatment plan.
If you're struggling with fear, anger, irritability, guilt, or shame due to your experiences or find yourself avoiding certain thoughts, feelings, or situations, you are not alone. The weight of constant hypervigilance or persistent negative thoughts can feel overwhelming. Traumatic and difficult experiences can leave you feeling disconnected from others and the person you once were. Together we can rebalance your nervous system and transform your pain into wisdom and resilience to help you reclaim your inner strength and guide you on a path toward a more empowered version of yourself!
I combine therapist such as CBT, ERP, IFS, ECT with experiential therapies ( Somatic) to create a holistic and individualized treatment plan.
If you're struggling with fear, anger, irritability, guilt, or shame due to your experiences or find yourself avoiding certain thoughts, feelings, or situations, you are not alone. The weight of constant hypervigilance or persistent negative thoughts can feel overwhelming. Traumatic and difficult experiences can leave you feeling disconnected from others and the person you once were. Together we can rebalance your nervous system and transform your pain into wisdom and resilience to help you reclaim your inner strength and guide you on a path toward a more empowered version of yourself!
Nicole Belina
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, SEP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Burlington, ON L7L
Integrating Somatic Experiencing with parts work and DBT, I will support you to understand your trauma symptoms and learn new coping strategies for self-regulation.
Have you tried therapy before for your trauma (PTSD) symptoms and found you hit a plateau, as if something was missing? Are you looking for a different approach? Do you suspect your trauma experience(s) may be impacting your sexual expression - like having low desire, dissociating during intimacy, or struggling to enjoy pleasure? Have you been diagnosed with things like anxiety or panic disorder, or BPD, but believe these are a result of your trauma experience? Or, perhaps you are feeling as though watching porn or seeking sex has gotten out of control and you are looking for someone to talk to about it who isn't going to shame you.
Integrating Somatic Experiencing with parts work and DBT, I will support you to understand your trauma symptoms and learn new coping strategies for self-regulation.
Have you tried therapy before for your trauma (PTSD) symptoms and found you hit a plateau, as if something was missing? Are you looking for a different approach? Do you suspect your trauma experience(s) may be impacting your sexual expression - like having low desire, dissociating during intimacy, or struggling to enjoy pleasure? Have you been diagnosed with things like anxiety or panic disorder, or BPD, but believe these are a result of your trauma experience? Or, perhaps you are feeling as though watching porn or seeking sex has gotten out of control and you are looking for someone to talk to about it who isn't going to shame you.
Reaching out for support in navigating your deepest concerns takes courage. Whether you are experiencing stress, anxiety, or overwhelm from the heaviness of life’s challenges, searching for connection, or hoping to gain personal insight, I recognize how important it is to feel heard and understood. My style is warm, welcoming, and relaxed, and I will work alongside you with compassion and nonjudgment as we move through your healing journey. I implement a trauma-informed perspective and incorporate somatic practices into the therapeutic space as well.
Reaching out for support in navigating your deepest concerns takes courage. Whether you are experiencing stress, anxiety, or overwhelm from the heaviness of life’s challenges, searching for connection, or hoping to gain personal insight, I recognize how important it is to feel heard and understood. My style is warm, welcoming, and relaxed, and I will work alongside you with compassion and nonjudgment as we move through your healing journey. I implement a trauma-informed perspective and incorporate somatic practices into the therapeutic space as well.
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Some of the approaches & modalities used in my work are: Cognitive behavioral therapy, meeting the inner child, mindfulness & meditation, transactional analysis, sub-personality work, body psychotherapy & somatic inquiry, Gottman method, chakra work & emotional cording, gestalt therapy & psychodrama, internal family systems, psychospiritual.
I work with clients who are looking to heal and understand themselves more deeply. I help guide clients down their own intuitive path of emotional healing. I do this by helping clients reconnect to their authentic selves and inner knowing. As a general psychotherapy practitioner, there's a wide variety issues and concerns that I work with including stress management, relationships, depression, anxiety, feeling lost, anger, break-ups, burnout, childhood abuse, codependence, grief/ loss, self-esteem, self-harm, sexual abuse, trauma, parental wounds & spiritual crisis.
Some of the approaches & modalities used in my work are: Cognitive behavioral therapy, meeting the inner child, mindfulness & meditation, transactional analysis, sub-personality work, body psychotherapy & somatic inquiry, Gottman method, chakra work & emotional cording, gestalt therapy & psychodrama, internal family systems, psychospiritual.
I work with clients who are looking to heal and understand themselves more deeply. I help guide clients down their own intuitive path of emotional healing. I do this by helping clients reconnect to their authentic selves and inner knowing. As a general psychotherapy practitioner, there's a wide variety issues and concerns that I work with including stress management, relationships, depression, anxiety, feeling lost, anger, break-ups, burnout, childhood abuse, codependence, grief/ loss, self-esteem, self-harm, sexual abuse, trauma, parental wounds & spiritual crisis.
My approach integrates parts work, mindfulness, and somatic awareness to deepen the body-mind connection.
Begin your journey to self-embodiment and healing with therapy that deeply connects you to your true self. My practice is dedicated to supporting those navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions and those who are searching for greater fulfillment and peace within their life. I create a safe and non-judgmental therapeutic space where individuals find healing through a deep connection to self and body. I offer sessions for individuals, couples, families, teens, and children, with a focus on women’s mental health.
My approach integrates parts work, mindfulness, and somatic awareness to deepen the body-mind connection.
Begin your journey to self-embodiment and healing with therapy that deeply connects you to your true self. My practice is dedicated to supporting those navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions and those who are searching for greater fulfillment and peace within their life. I create a safe and non-judgmental therapeutic space where individuals find healing through a deep connection to self and body. I offer sessions for individuals, couples, families, teens, and children, with a focus on women’s mental health.
I am creative in sessions and intuitive, even playful, using mindfulness- and somatic-based explorations, expressive arts therapy, inner imagery, Focusing-Oriented Therapy, Hakomi and Internal Family Systems; approaches that engage your physicality and imagination.
Are you feeling stuck? Anxious? Are you inclined towards mindful and body-centred practices like yoga? Perhaps you've tried cognitive behavioural groups but don't feel that you are getting to the underlying root? I work with adults who are dealing with anxiety, depression, grief/loss, life transitions (e.g. separation and divorce), relationship issues, trauma, pregnancy and post-partum. I work collaboratively helping you to make sense of your experience, heal any pieces getting in the way, build new skills, so you ultimately can become more alive, aligned and peaceful.
I am creative in sessions and intuitive, even playful, using mindfulness- and somatic-based explorations, expressive arts therapy, inner imagery, Focusing-Oriented Therapy, Hakomi and Internal Family Systems; approaches that engage your physicality and imagination.
Are you feeling stuck? Anxious? Are you inclined towards mindful and body-centred practices like yoga? Perhaps you've tried cognitive behavioural groups but don't feel that you are getting to the underlying root? I work with adults who are dealing with anxiety, depression, grief/loss, life transitions (e.g. separation and divorce), relationship issues, trauma, pregnancy and post-partum. I work collaboratively helping you to make sense of your experience, heal any pieces getting in the way, build new skills, so you ultimately can become more alive, aligned and peaceful.
With training in various somatic, cognitive, and behavioural approaches, my role is to help you understand your past and develop agency for creating new pathways forward.
My clients want to talk about relationships (with themselves and others) and various types of trauma and stress. They feel stuck in old patterns that no longer work for them despite "knowing better" and later ruminating and falling into self-blame. Some of my clients have tried to self-medicate and/or escape into dissociation and distraction-based dopamine highs because they are drowning in emotions, and their nervous systems are buzzing on high alert.
With training in various somatic, cognitive, and behavioural approaches, my role is to help you understand your past and develop agency for creating new pathways forward.
My clients want to talk about relationships (with themselves and others) and various types of trauma and stress. They feel stuck in old patterns that no longer work for them despite "knowing better" and later ruminating and falling into self-blame. Some of my clients have tried to self-medicate and/or escape into dissociation and distraction-based dopamine highs because they are drowning in emotions, and their nervous systems are buzzing on high alert.
We provide Psychodynamic therapy, Certified Trauma therapy, EMDR, Systemic- Familiy Therapy, TF-CBT, Mindfulness CBT, Somatic Therapy.
At Attunement Psychotherapy Centre, we are a dedicated team of Registered Psychotherapists, offering outstanding psychotherapy, and mental health counselling for children, adults, couples, and families. Our team brings extensive knowledge and expertise to the Halton Region community. We strive to provide timely, personalized, and inclusive services to our diverse clients, both in-person and virtually.
We provide Psychodynamic therapy, Certified Trauma therapy, EMDR, Systemic- Familiy Therapy, TF-CBT, Mindfulness CBT, Somatic Therapy.
At Attunement Psychotherapy Centre, we are a dedicated team of Registered Psychotherapists, offering outstanding psychotherapy, and mental health counselling for children, adults, couples, and families. Our team brings extensive knowledge and expertise to the Halton Region community. We strive to provide timely, personalized, and inclusive services to our diverse clients, both in-person and virtually.
My approach is trauma-informed and solution-focused while incorporating behaviour modification, mindfulness meditation practice, and body-based/ somatic techniques.
Are you navigating a difficult life transition or struggling with intrusive thoughts? You don't have to face these challenges alone. With ten years of experience working with diverse individuals and couples, I'm here to help. Together, we'll explore the root causes of your concerns, such as unhelpful thinking patterns, to support your journey through depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, and relationship issues.
My approach is trauma-informed and solution-focused while incorporating behaviour modification, mindfulness meditation practice, and body-based/ somatic techniques.
Are you navigating a difficult life transition or struggling with intrusive thoughts? You don't have to face these challenges alone. With ten years of experience working with diverse individuals and couples, I'm here to help. Together, we'll explore the root causes of your concerns, such as unhelpful thinking patterns, to support your journey through depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, and relationship issues.
Alma Garcia-Barajas (Attunement Psychotherapy)
Registered Psychotherapist, MSc, CCATP, CATP, CCTP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Burlington, ON L7L
My approach is rooted in evidence-based practices, such as EMDR, Somatic Therapy, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (TF-CBT), and Play Based Therapy; which empower clients to develop healthier coping strategies.
As an empathetic, trauma certified psychotherapist, I am dedicated to helping individuals navigate life's challenges and transitions. With personal experience in overcoming family struggles and profound personal losses, I am passionate about providing a safe and supportive space for my clients to heal, grow, and create fulfilling lives. If you are seeking guidance in processing trauma, managing grief, or adapting to life in a foreign country; I am here to support you every step of the way.
My approach is rooted in evidence-based practices, such as EMDR, Somatic Therapy, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (TF-CBT), and Play Based Therapy; which empower clients to develop healthier coping strategies.
As an empathetic, trauma certified psychotherapist, I am dedicated to helping individuals navigate life's challenges and transitions. With personal experience in overcoming family struggles and profound personal losses, I am passionate about providing a safe and supportive space for my clients to heal, grow, and create fulfilling lives. If you are seeking guidance in processing trauma, managing grief, or adapting to life in a foreign country; I am here to support you every step of the way.
Myra Rados
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, DTATI, EMDR, MARI, BSc
Verified Verified
Burlington, ON L7L
I will introduce you to positive psychology, evidence-based, and Jungian psycho- somatic arts-based methods of treatment(s), as well as provide you with new sensorimotor approaches, profound self-discovery experiences with sandplay therapy, and life altering life coaching approaches in my practice, www.
Art therapy is an ideal way for individuals or groups to explore therapy and find healing and support. Therapy can be joyful and creative. My ideal client is open to discover positive and supportive creative and client-focused approaches. Whether you require talk, expressive (non-verbal), brief, long-term, individual or group art therapy, it is a realistic goal. Art-making can explore your stuck or painful feelings, alter any thoughts or behaviours affected by fear, abuse, uncertainty, trauma, grief, loss, diminished moral, or work-stress and anxiety. I look forward to discuss your treatment goals and explore our journey together.
I will introduce you to positive psychology, evidence-based, and Jungian psycho- somatic arts-based methods of treatment(s), as well as provide you with new sensorimotor approaches, profound self-discovery experiences with sandplay therapy, and life altering life coaching approaches in my practice, www.
Art therapy is an ideal way for individuals or groups to explore therapy and find healing and support. Therapy can be joyful and creative. My ideal client is open to discover positive and supportive creative and client-focused approaches. Whether you require talk, expressive (non-verbal), brief, long-term, individual or group art therapy, it is a realistic goal. Art-making can explore your stuck or painful feelings, alter any thoughts or behaviours affected by fear, abuse, uncertainty, trauma, grief, loss, diminished moral, or work-stress and anxiety. I look forward to discuss your treatment goals and explore our journey together.
I offer support from a holistic approach to therapy that is grounded in body-oriented or somatic psychology, attachment theory, and traditional psychological approaches.
Are you feeling stuck or hijacked by past events or current stress? In our humanness, our wellbeing and functioning is related to a complex interaction of so many factors. Our brain and body is made to prioritize survival, and is very responsive to what is happening around us and within us. Chronic survival signalling from within that might be contributing to symptoms and interrupting your attempts to move forward, is not your fault. Our brain and body move into survival to keep us safe and can get stuck there for many reasons. There are ways to support shifts back into more aliveness, choice, flow, authentic self, and connection.
I offer support from a holistic approach to therapy that is grounded in body-oriented or somatic psychology, attachment theory, and traditional psychological approaches.
Are you feeling stuck or hijacked by past events or current stress? In our humanness, our wellbeing and functioning is related to a complex interaction of so many factors. Our brain and body is made to prioritize survival, and is very responsive to what is happening around us and within us. Chronic survival signalling from within that might be contributing to symptoms and interrupting your attempts to move forward, is not your fault. Our brain and body move into survival to keep us safe and can get stuck there for many reasons. There are ways to support shifts back into more aliveness, choice, flow, authentic self, and connection.
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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.