Somatic Counselling in Frodsham

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Counselling & Psychotherapy in Chester
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Serves Area
Making sense of life and our relationships can be challenging at times. We might find ourselves contemplating if we are causing ourselves unnecessary unhappiness, or if this is 'just the way things are'? Should I just keep sticking at 'it', or is it time for things to change? Might we be living our lives in 'survival mode' when we could be 'thriving' instead?
Making sense of life and our relationships can be challenging at times. We might find ourselves contemplating if we are causing ourselves unnecessary unhappiness, or if this is 'just the way things are'? Should I just keep sticking at 'it', or is it time for things to change? Might we be living our lives in 'survival mode' when we could be 'thriving' instead?
01244 667419 View 01244 667419
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Janine Lee Norris
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I’m a BABCP-accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist with over 10 years’ experience supporting adults with PTSD, anxiety, depression, OCD, phobias, and related emotional difficulties. I offer a compassionate, strength-based approach, supporting self-esteem, resilience, and personal growth. As a therapist with lived experience, I bring an authentic understanding of trauma and anxiety and offer sensitive support for neurodivergent adults. My work is grounded in CBT and EMDR, with a specialism in trauma. I am also a qualified Yoga Teacher (YTT200), with a strong focus on the mind–body connection and nervous system regulation.
I’m a BABCP-accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist with over 10 years’ experience supporting adults with PTSD, anxiety, depression, OCD, phobias, and related emotional difficulties. I offer a compassionate, strength-based approach, supporting self-esteem, resilience, and personal growth. As a therapist with lived experience, I bring an authentic understanding of trauma and anxiety and offer sensitive support for neurodivergent adults. My work is grounded in CBT and EMDR, with a specialism in trauma. I am also a qualified Yoga Teacher (YTT200), with a strong focus on the mind–body connection and nervous system regulation.
01925 598713 View 01925 598713
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Us Psychotherapy
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Together, we’ll unravel the root causes of your pain using a holistic blend of mindfulness, somatic practices, polyvagal theory, parts work, and solution-focused therapy, all integrated with a humanistic approach.
Hello, I’m Leih. Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or disconnected from those around you? Perhaps you're struggling with depression, navigating the complexities of midlife, or dealing with the painful experience of family estrangement. You don’t have to face these challenges alone—I’m here to help .As a trauma-informed psychotherapist and clinical hypnotherapist, I specialize in helping individuals like you who are seeking understanding, healing, and a path forward. My approach is warm and non-judgmental, creating a space where you can feel safe to explore your emotions and experiences at your own
Together, we’ll unravel the root causes of your pain using a holistic blend of mindfulness, somatic practices, polyvagal theory, parts work, and solution-focused therapy, all integrated with a humanistic approach.
Hello, I’m Leih. Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or disconnected from those around you? Perhaps you're struggling with depression, navigating the complexities of midlife, or dealing with the painful experience of family estrangement. You don’t have to face these challenges alone—I’m here to help .As a trauma-informed psychotherapist and clinical hypnotherapist, I specialize in helping individuals like you who are seeking understanding, healing, and a path forward. My approach is warm and non-judgmental, creating a space where you can feel safe to explore your emotions and experiences at your own
01244 727036 View 01244 727036
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Diane Earl
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
We all struggle to make sense of experiences at times, especially when our life is in transition or we have unwanted changes. Perhaps you are going through the menopause, have a new job, responsibilities or are retiring, bereaved or divorced? Change can shake our sense of who we are. Therapy with me will provide the space to think about what is important to you, what do you value and what is stopping you living the life you want? Uncertainty often brings stress and anxiety. I know how this impacts the body and mind. I can talk through calming strategies. I want you to discover your vitality and life force again .
We all struggle to make sense of experiences at times, especially when our life is in transition or we have unwanted changes. Perhaps you are going through the menopause, have a new job, responsibilities or are retiring, bereaved or divorced? Change can shake our sense of who we are. Therapy with me will provide the space to think about what is important to you, what do you value and what is stopping you living the life you want? Uncertainty often brings stress and anxiety. I know how this impacts the body and mind. I can talk through calming strategies. I want you to discover your vitality and life force again .
07480 540068 View 07480 540068

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Papillon Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist
Wigan WN6
I also offer a somatic approach, which focuses on allowing the body to safely process and heal from stored emotions that may be stuck or feel overwhelming.
Are you ready to move from struggle to freedom? Do you want to move from surviving to thriving? Hi, I’m Sara and whatever your current challenges, whether in relationship, with low self-esteem, anxiety, depression or trauma, our work together will enable you to begin to move through feelings of stuckness and pain towards healing and peace. ​I'm passionate about empowering my clients to gain clarity and heal the relationship towards themselves and others so they can live the life they truly deserve. If you're looking in-depth healing and lasting change, you've landed in the right place.
I also offer a somatic approach, which focuses on allowing the body to safely process and heal from stored emotions that may be stuck or feel overwhelming.
Are you ready to move from struggle to freedom? Do you want to move from surviving to thriving? Hi, I’m Sara and whatever your current challenges, whether in relationship, with low self-esteem, anxiety, depression or trauma, our work together will enable you to begin to move through feelings of stuckness and pain towards healing and peace. ​I'm passionate about empowering my clients to gain clarity and heal the relationship towards themselves and others so they can live the life they truly deserve. If you're looking in-depth healing and lasting change, you've landed in the right place.
01257 449424 View 01257 449424
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Dr Amirah Iqbal
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Online Only
I am a skilled and experienced Chartered and Counselling Psychologist specialising in treating a variety of problems, with particular specialism and interest in working with you if you have: difficulties with trauma, anger, identity, feeling lost, relationship difficulties, if you are a digital nomad, feeling isolated, anxiety and work related stress. I am compassionate and sensitive to your needs and I am happy to see people individually and/or with partners/family to fit your therapeutic goals. My background as a mixed race Muslim female has influenced my position as an anti-oppressive and intersectional psychologist
I am a skilled and experienced Chartered and Counselling Psychologist specialising in treating a variety of problems, with particular specialism and interest in working with you if you have: difficulties with trauma, anger, identity, feeling lost, relationship difficulties, if you are a digital nomad, feeling isolated, anxiety and work related stress. I am compassionate and sensitive to your needs and I am happy to see people individually and/or with partners/family to fit your therapeutic goals. My background as a mixed race Muslim female has influenced my position as an anti-oppressive and intersectional psychologist
020 3879 4706 View 020 3879 4706
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Dr Jim Byrne
Counsellor
Serves Area
Expert Counselling & Therapy with Dr Jim Byrne, Doctor of Counselling, in Hebden Bridge & Worldwide. Let me help you solve your major problems. I can help with your couple relationship problems; anger management; anxiety; depression; or recovery from childhood trauma (C-PTSD). Compassionate support for individuals, who learn well from reading and writing. Format: Formal assessment using questionnaires; face to face meetings, in Heben Bridge or Online; plus personalised guidance tailored to your needs, in the form of analytical reports and follow-up documents. High quality; high value-added; high-cost service. For fees see website
Expert Counselling & Therapy with Dr Jim Byrne, Doctor of Counselling, in Hebden Bridge & Worldwide. Let me help you solve your major problems. I can help with your couple relationship problems; anger management; anxiety; depression; or recovery from childhood trauma (C-PTSD). Compassionate support for individuals, who learn well from reading and writing. Format: Formal assessment using questionnaires; face to face meetings, in Heben Bridge or Online; plus personalised guidance tailored to your needs, in the form of analytical reports and follow-up documents. High quality; high value-added; high-cost service. For fees see website
0161 696 8353 View 0161 696 8353
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Paula Charnley
Counsellor, MSc, BACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hi I’m Paula I qualified with a Masters in Counselling Psychotherapy in 2017. Since then, I’ve also trained in Couples Counselling. My basis of therapy is Person Centred, which means that I take cues from you to guide the process, so that there is no hurry to talk about things until you feel ready. My all-round approach is integrative as I incorporate connection with your mind, body and spirit into our Talking Therapy sessions. Perhaps your first query is; “Do I need Counselling?”. It’s a very common thought. Whether you are feeling confused, unsure, stuck, overflowing with emotions or numb, you are now in the right place.
Hi I’m Paula I qualified with a Masters in Counselling Psychotherapy in 2017. Since then, I’ve also trained in Couples Counselling. My basis of therapy is Person Centred, which means that I take cues from you to guide the process, so that there is no hurry to talk about things until you feel ready. My all-round approach is integrative as I incorporate connection with your mind, body and spirit into our Talking Therapy sessions. Perhaps your first query is; “Do I need Counselling?”. It’s a very common thought. Whether you are feeling confused, unsure, stuck, overflowing with emotions or numb, you are now in the right place.
01782 454397 View 01782 454397
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Richard Higgs Therapy
Psychotherapist, MBACP
My priority is to provide a safe, non-judgemental, and confidential space for you to just ‘be’ without any expectation, so you can explore any issues or struggles that are impacting your life. You may know what these struggles are, or you may not have the words or an understanding of what is going on for you. And that is okay. You may come to therapy with a set idea of what you want to explore, or you may come to therapy with just a hunch that something isn’t right. Therapy isn’t linear but I’ll be transparent in our work together and guide you in what can be difficult but ultimately enlightening work.
My priority is to provide a safe, non-judgemental, and confidential space for you to just ‘be’ without any expectation, so you can explore any issues or struggles that are impacting your life. You may know what these struggles are, or you may not have the words or an understanding of what is going on for you. And that is okay. You may come to therapy with a set idea of what you want to explore, or you may come to therapy with just a hunch that something isn’t right. Therapy isn’t linear but I’ll be transparent in our work together and guide you in what can be difficult but ultimately enlightening work.
01707 240914 View 01707 240914
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Charlotte Deverell
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
6 Endorsed
Serves Area
A warm welcome. I am a dual trained Integrative Relational Psychotherapist, as well as a Clinical Sexologist & Relationship Therapist. I am a sex positive & inclusive practitioner. I specialise in helping individuals & couples of all orientations & genders with difficulties related to trauma, sex, intimacy, & relationships. This includes sexual trauma, abuse & childhood trauma, attachment wounds & chronic shame that impacts self-worth and connection. I also specialise in intimacy challenges, desire & sexual function issues, painful sex & performance concerns, communication breakdown & conflict, infidelity & betrayal.
A warm welcome. I am a dual trained Integrative Relational Psychotherapist, as well as a Clinical Sexologist & Relationship Therapist. I am a sex positive & inclusive practitioner. I specialise in helping individuals & couples of all orientations & genders with difficulties related to trauma, sex, intimacy, & relationships. This includes sexual trauma, abuse & childhood trauma, attachment wounds & chronic shame that impacts self-worth and connection. I also specialise in intimacy challenges, desire & sexual function issues, painful sex & performance concerns, communication breakdown & conflict, infidelity & betrayal.
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Karen Veronica Hodgson
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Online Only
I adopt a trauma sensitive approach to my work, combining EMDR with Brainspotting, Somatic awareness, Parts Works & EFT approaches.
Stuck in patterns that don't seem to change? Anxiety never seems to settle? Or struggling in your relationships. Often these roots trace back to early relationships- moments when you didn't feel fully safe, seen or supported. I'm a UKCP Reg. Psychotherapist and EMDR Europe Consultant with 26 years of experience. I specialise in PTSD/Complex Trauma & relationship therapy, working with attachment & childhood wounds, difficulty trusting, communicating and dealing with unhelpful patterns. I work online with adults across the UK-individuals and couples, in heterosexual, same sex & consensually non-monogamous relationships.
I adopt a trauma sensitive approach to my work, combining EMDR with Brainspotting, Somatic awareness, Parts Works & EFT approaches.
Stuck in patterns that don't seem to change? Anxiety never seems to settle? Or struggling in your relationships. Often these roots trace back to early relationships- moments when you didn't feel fully safe, seen or supported. I'm a UKCP Reg. Psychotherapist and EMDR Europe Consultant with 26 years of experience. I specialise in PTSD/Complex Trauma & relationship therapy, working with attachment & childhood wounds, difficulty trusting, communicating and dealing with unhelpful patterns. I work online with adults across the UK-individuals and couples, in heterosexual, same sex & consensually non-monogamous relationships.
01257 448237 View 01257 448237
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Angela Walker
Psychotherapist, UKCP Trainee
Hi, I’m Angie and it’s lovely to meet you. I work with adults using Transactional Analysis, which means I pay attention to the patterns and dynamics that shape how we relate to ourselves and others. I offer a safe, respectful and collaborative space to explore whatever brings you to therapy. I understand how daunting it can feel to start therapy. It takes courage to look at the parts of ourselves that we keep hidden and may feel overwhelming or painful. But I also believe that going to the places we fear most can lead to the deepest growth and hold the biggest freedoms.
Hi, I’m Angie and it’s lovely to meet you. I work with adults using Transactional Analysis, which means I pay attention to the patterns and dynamics that shape how we relate to ourselves and others. I offer a safe, respectful and collaborative space to explore whatever brings you to therapy. I understand how daunting it can feel to start therapy. It takes courage to look at the parts of ourselves that we keep hidden and may feel overwhelming or painful. But I also believe that going to the places we fear most can lead to the deepest growth and hold the biggest freedoms.
01923 961642 View 01923 961642
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Kimberley Parkinson
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Online Only
Hi, I'm Kimberley, a Counselling Psychologist specialising in anxiety, stress, burnout. Do you spend hours replaying conversations, worrying what others think of you? Perhaps relationships feel difficult to navigate, rejection hits hard, or you struggle to set boundaries and say no. Pushing yourself relentlessly yet not feeling good enough, leaving you exhausted and overwhelmed. Feeling like your life isn't how you imagined it would be or feeling disconnected from what matters most. In therapy, we'll work together to understand these challenges and create healthier ways of relating to yourself and others.
Hi, I'm Kimberley, a Counselling Psychologist specialising in anxiety, stress, burnout. Do you spend hours replaying conversations, worrying what others think of you? Perhaps relationships feel difficult to navigate, rejection hits hard, or you struggle to set boundaries and say no. Pushing yourself relentlessly yet not feeling good enough, leaving you exhausted and overwhelmed. Feeling like your life isn't how you imagined it would be or feeling disconnected from what matters most. In therapy, we'll work together to understand these challenges and create healthier ways of relating to yourself and others.
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Reece John Marquis-Harris
Psychotherapist
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I have extensive clinical experience supporting people with anxiety and depression, as well as a range of other mental health difficulties and life's stresses. Whether you are feeling totally lost, or you have an idea of where you want to be, I will meet you at your needs and help you to move towards your therapy goals. I work best with anybody who wants to commit to healthy change in their lives. If you feel this describes you, reach out for a no obligation chat, and we can discuss things a bit further.
I have extensive clinical experience supporting people with anxiety and depression, as well as a range of other mental health difficulties and life's stresses. Whether you are feeling totally lost, or you have an idea of where you want to be, I will meet you at your needs and help you to move towards your therapy goals. I work best with anybody who wants to commit to healthy change in their lives. If you feel this describes you, reach out for a no obligation chat, and we can discuss things a bit further.
0131 381 7232 View 0131 381 7232
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brenmoorecounsellingcouk
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Online Only
Have you suffered loss, do you feel overwhelmed by emotions and are you struggling to find a path through this most difficult of times. Hi I'm Brendan and i work with adults affected by these issues. I offer a safe space for you to feel supported in exploring what loss means for you and a greater understanding of the emotions and processes around this. The understanding and knowledge you will gain will help you make sense of the past understand where you are now and guide you in making the right deisions for you moving forward. Please feel free to book a free 15 minute consultation call to see if I am the right counsellor for you.
Have you suffered loss, do you feel overwhelmed by emotions and are you struggling to find a path through this most difficult of times. Hi I'm Brendan and i work with adults affected by these issues. I offer a safe space for you to feel supported in exploring what loss means for you and a greater understanding of the emotions and processes around this. The understanding and knowledge you will gain will help you make sense of the past understand where you are now and guide you in making the right deisions for you moving forward. Please feel free to book a free 15 minute consultation call to see if I am the right counsellor for you.
0151 453 0460 View 0151 453 0460
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Rosalyn Jenkins
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
I include elements of a range of therapeutic modalities including CBT, EMDR, CFT, IPT, ACT, parts work - incorporating Internal Family Systems (IFS), mindfulness and somatic approaches, including Yoga Therapy.
Hi, I’m Roz Jenkins and I’m a Psychological Therapist offering compassionate and individualised psychological therapy in the Stockport area and beyond through working online. When you’re struggling with life it can be hard to know where to start with reaching out for support and expressing yourself when you are talking to others. From personal experience of reaching out to therapists it can be difficult to know who is the right person for you. My priority from your first contact with me until our final appointment is to make you feel safe and supported to work together to make sense of and treat the issues you are facing.
I include elements of a range of therapeutic modalities including CBT, EMDR, CFT, IPT, ACT, parts work - incorporating Internal Family Systems (IFS), mindfulness and somatic approaches, including Yoga Therapy.
Hi, I’m Roz Jenkins and I’m a Psychological Therapist offering compassionate and individualised psychological therapy in the Stockport area and beyond through working online. When you’re struggling with life it can be hard to know where to start with reaching out for support and expressing yourself when you are talking to others. From personal experience of reaching out to therapists it can be difficult to know who is the right person for you. My priority from your first contact with me until our final appointment is to make you feel safe and supported to work together to make sense of and treat the issues you are facing.
01625 926646 View 01625 926646
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Mari Obi
Counsellor, MSc, MNCPS Acc.
I'm an integrative, relational therapist who works with individuals navigating life transitions, relationship patterns, and the lingering impact of childhood and family dynamics. Many of my clients look like they "have it together" on the outside — they're reponsible, capable, and independent. But inside, they feel overwhelmed, self-critical, or exhausted from holding everything together for everyone else. Therapy with me offers a space where you don't need to be the "strong" one. A space where you can slow down, make sense of what's going underneath, and be met with attunement, warmth, and genuine care.
I'm an integrative, relational therapist who works with individuals navigating life transitions, relationship patterns, and the lingering impact of childhood and family dynamics. Many of my clients look like they "have it together" on the outside — they're reponsible, capable, and independent. But inside, they feel overwhelmed, self-critical, or exhausted from holding everything together for everyone else. Therapy with me offers a space where you don't need to be the "strong" one. A space where you can slow down, make sense of what's going underneath, and be met with attunement, warmth, and genuine care.
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Healing Hearts Counselling
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, BACP
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Different modalities i have i mix together aiming to help my clients to undertsand what is happening to them on a cognitive and somatic level and more clearer and calmer understanding of self, the real YOU.
My name is Tina i offer a safe space for you to explore your deepest thoughts and feelings. A non judgemental and caring enviroment. Through our journey together we can build on trust and understanding and experience a wonderful therapeutic relationship. Counselling can be a very beautiful and empowering experiance for you and myself. Im very passionate about my job and feel very privileged to be in this position. I would love to hear from you, dont be shy once you take this first step you will wonder why you didnt earlier.
Different modalities i have i mix together aiming to help my clients to undertsand what is happening to them on a cognitive and somatic level and more clearer and calmer understanding of self, the real YOU.
My name is Tina i offer a safe space for you to explore your deepest thoughts and feelings. A non judgemental and caring enviroment. Through our journey together we can build on trust and understanding and experience a wonderful therapeutic relationship. Counselling can be a very beautiful and empowering experiance for you and myself. Im very passionate about my job and feel very privileged to be in this position. I would love to hear from you, dont be shy once you take this first step you will wonder why you didnt earlier.
07507 176923 View 07507 176923
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Yaela Orelowitz
Verified Verified
I am an Expressive Arts Therapist (by MA) with further trainings in: EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique), IFS (Internal Family Systems), Somatic Experiencing, Yoga Therapy, and Narrative Therapy.
Navigating life is a challenging task at the best of times and there are times when life may feel like anything BUT the best. Hi, my name is Yaela, and I work with clients on finding their inner strength and wisdom in order to navigate through life and its challenges. Aloneness brings suffering and shame but in finding the language to make sense of your experience and sharing what you are going through with a professional, your struggles can be transformed and can create new depths in your life. As a therapist I am trained to listen deeply and ask questions that may encourage you to think differently about parts of yourself.
I am an Expressive Arts Therapist (by MA) with further trainings in: EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique), IFS (Internal Family Systems), Somatic Experiencing, Yoga Therapy, and Narrative Therapy.
Navigating life is a challenging task at the best of times and there are times when life may feel like anything BUT the best. Hi, my name is Yaela, and I work with clients on finding their inner strength and wisdom in order to navigate through life and its challenges. Aloneness brings suffering and shame but in finding the language to make sense of your experience and sharing what you are going through with a professional, your struggles can be transformed and can create new depths in your life. As a therapist I am trained to listen deeply and ask questions that may encourage you to think differently about parts of yourself.
020 4634 0124 View 020 4634 0124
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Hannah Berhanu
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Music Therap.
Online Only
I am an experienced music psychotherapist, who has been privileged to work with children, young adults and older adults, with a range of diagnoses. During this time I am working remotely from home. Therefore, please get in touch if you would like online therapy sessions. Working through the NHS, various charities and independently with: self-esteem, childhood trauma, neurodiversity - such as Autism Spectrum Disorders, LGBTQIA+, self-harm, ADHD, cultural and identity concerns, anxiety and depression.
I am an experienced music psychotherapist, who has been privileged to work with children, young adults and older adults, with a range of diagnoses. During this time I am working remotely from home. Therefore, please get in touch if you would like online therapy sessions. Working through the NHS, various charities and independently with: self-esteem, childhood trauma, neurodiversity - such as Autism Spectrum Disorders, LGBTQIA+, self-harm, ADHD, cultural and identity concerns, anxiety and depression.
01628 965422 View 01628 965422
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.