Somatic Therapists in V5S
Melissa Milligan
Counsellor, MACP, CCC, NIHB
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Vancouver, BC V5S (Online Only)
Based on this idea, I provide a comprehensive strategy that combines somatic work and trauma-informed techniques.
As your therapist, I use many skills to help you heal. I see therapy as an mind and body endeavour. In my opinion, genuine human connection—which requires time to develop into a relationship based on authenticity and trust—is the key to healing. In order for you to go out into the world as your most genuine, at-ease self, I work with you to explore emotional patterns, ideas, and feelings. My goal is to provide a calm atmosphere where we can take our time and work through challenging situations together.
Based on this idea, I provide a comprehensive strategy that combines somatic work and trauma-informed techniques.
As your therapist, I use many skills to help you heal. I see therapy as an mind and body endeavour. In my opinion, genuine human connection—which requires time to develop into a relationship based on authenticity and trust—is the key to healing. In order for you to go out into the world as your most genuine, at-ease self, I work with you to explore emotional patterns, ideas, and feelings. My goal is to provide a calm atmosphere where we can take our time and work through challenging situations together.
You are often experiencing circular arguments, or a complete stand off when it comes to communicating, and it feels as if the love between you has all but disappeared. You are at a loss as to how to untangle the situation that you are in. Life is busy and stressful and something needs to change or your relationship could quite possibly be over. You want to feel the love again. You want to be able to talk to each other and be heard and understood. You want to wake up each day feeling calm and happy and excited for the future, knowing you and your partner are a team, in this journey of life together.
You are often experiencing circular arguments, or a complete stand off when it comes to communicating, and it feels as if the love between you has all but disappeared. You are at a loss as to how to untangle the situation that you are in. Life is busy and stressful and something needs to change or your relationship could quite possibly be over. You want to feel the love again. You want to be able to talk to each other and be heard and understood. You want to wake up each day feeling calm and happy and excited for the future, knowing you and your partner are a team, in this journey of life together.
Do you ever feel like you are overly sensitive? Or do you feel shy or overwhelmed around other people? Are you struggling with your health and not able to function day to day? Are any of these affecting your relationships? I work with clients just like you. You deserve a safe space to talk about what you’re experiencing and to freely express your feelings and worries. I offer a non-judgmental space for you to share anything you are struggling with right now. LGBTQIA2S+ friendly.
Do you ever feel like you are overly sensitive? Or do you feel shy or overwhelmed around other people? Are you struggling with your health and not able to function day to day? Are any of these affecting your relationships? I work with clients just like you. You deserve a safe space to talk about what you’re experiencing and to freely express your feelings and worries. I offer a non-judgmental space for you to share anything you are struggling with right now. LGBTQIA2S+ friendly.
I provide scientifically supported assessment and treatments to children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families, and have over 16 years experience with a wide range of concerns and psychosocial conditions including anxiety and panic attacks/reactions, attachment patterns, stress and trauma related conditions including PTSD, nervous system dysregulation, chronic pain and illness, mood problems including depression, parenting difficulties, relationship and marital problems, problematic personality patterns, self-harm behaviours, suicidal ideation, self-worth, grief and bereavement, life transitions, and adjustment issues.
I provide scientifically supported assessment and treatments to children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families, and have over 16 years experience with a wide range of concerns and psychosocial conditions including anxiety and panic attacks/reactions, attachment patterns, stress and trauma related conditions including PTSD, nervous system dysregulation, chronic pain and illness, mood problems including depression, parenting difficulties, relationship and marital problems, problematic personality patterns, self-harm behaviours, suicidal ideation, self-worth, grief and bereavement, life transitions, and adjustment issues.
Trauma impacts how we see the world, navigate through our experiences, and connect with others. You are not the product of a single experience or relationship but sometimes one experience can feel so overwhelming that it overtakes over all others. Together, you can start to dream about what life will look like if this problem or memory is no longer an obstacle.
Trauma impacts how we see the world, navigate through our experiences, and connect with others. You are not the product of a single experience or relationship but sometimes one experience can feel so overwhelming that it overtakes over all others. Together, you can start to dream about what life will look like if this problem or memory is no longer an obstacle.
Life can sometimes feel like a rough sea and counselling can help you navigate the turbulent waters. It is my goal to provide a space where you can work through challenging issues and provide support to navigate these areas of your life. I will support you by acknowledging your unique experiences and struggles with life circumstances, inviting you to explore new ways of coping. It is my belief that connecting to the body, using techniques such as breathing, noticing sensations, and recognizing how sensations are linked to feelings often provides insight and are powerful resources to work through emotions.
Life can sometimes feel like a rough sea and counselling can help you navigate the turbulent waters. It is my goal to provide a space where you can work through challenging issues and provide support to navigate these areas of your life. I will support you by acknowledging your unique experiences and struggles with life circumstances, inviting you to explore new ways of coping. It is my belief that connecting to the body, using techniques such as breathing, noticing sensations, and recognizing how sensations are linked to feelings often provides insight and are powerful resources to work through emotions.
Mark Giesbrecht
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, CCC, RCC
Verified Verified
Vancouver, BC V5S (Online Only)
Are you looking for an Online Therapist? Do you have problems that are not getting better no matter how hard you try? Have you looked for help but not sure where to go and you do not want to burden your friends and family? Well, I can help you. You do not have to stay stuck because you do not know what to do or believe there is no hope for change. I can help you find the hope and learn how to overcome your challenges and difficulties.
Are you looking for an Online Therapist? Do you have problems that are not getting better no matter how hard you try? Have you looked for help but not sure where to go and you do not want to burden your friends and family? Well, I can help you. You do not have to stay stuck because you do not know what to do or believe there is no hope for change. I can help you find the hope and learn how to overcome your challenges and difficulties.
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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.