Somatic Therapists in Salzburg

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Dr. Wolfgang Avituv, Klinischer Psychologe
Psychologist, PhD
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If you are currently having a difficult time, before changes, you’ll feel anxious to do something or to make decisions, sadness or despair to face the world, and you wonder about the future, life, yourself, or relationships- this situation is a natural part of life, however if it has become a routine, then perhaps you should seek professional help and assistance.
If you are currently having a difficult time, before changes, you’ll feel anxious to do something or to make decisions, sadness or despair to face the world, and you wonder about the future, life, yourself, or relationships- this situation is a natural part of life, however if it has become a routine, then perhaps you should seek professional help and assistance.
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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.