Somatic Therapists in Sacramento, CA
I utilize a variety of techniques, such as EMDR, grounding and meditation, somatic interventions, as well as talk therapy techniques such as CBT and DBT.
Do you always feel on edge? Did something traumatic happen? Trauma is a disruption to the nervous system that often creates patterns and loops that extend into many areas of a person's life. It can affect our bodies, our minds and the way we relate to other people. Sometimes the way people survive their trauma brings them more pain, adds to the chaos, and reinforces negative beliefs that perpetuate the cycle as well as causing other mental health issues grow- such as depression and anxiety. I work with people of various cultures, sexual orientations, and gender identities and know that trauma is non-discriminatory.
I utilize a variety of techniques, such as EMDR, grounding and meditation, somatic interventions, as well as talk therapy techniques such as CBT and DBT.
Do you always feel on edge? Did something traumatic happen? Trauma is a disruption to the nervous system that often creates patterns and loops that extend into many areas of a person's life. It can affect our bodies, our minds and the way we relate to other people. Sometimes the way people survive their trauma brings them more pain, adds to the chaos, and reinforces negative beliefs that perpetuate the cycle as well as causing other mental health issues grow- such as depression and anxiety. I work with people of various cultures, sexual orientations, and gender identities and know that trauma is non-discriminatory.
Claudia Mei Hammerschmidt
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95811 (Online Only)
In my practice, I integrate various therapeutic modalities, including depth psychology (unconscious mind), somatic (breathwork & meditation), and attachment theory, providing a relational framework for deeper understanding.
Alongside the general anxiety & depression issues that bring many to therapy, I’m passionate about supporting those experiencing loss. Whether grappling with the end of a relationship, the passing of a loved one, or the upheaval of a job loss; loss affects us all deeply. Often accompanying these losses is a sense of identity dissolution, which can be disorienting yet holds potential for profound personal growth. My therapeutic approach to relational loss is rooted in a trauma-informed lens, informed by my extensive exploration of grief.
In my practice, I integrate various therapeutic modalities, including depth psychology (unconscious mind), somatic (breathwork & meditation), and attachment theory, providing a relational framework for deeper understanding.
Alongside the general anxiety & depression issues that bring many to therapy, I’m passionate about supporting those experiencing loss. Whether grappling with the end of a relationship, the passing of a loved one, or the upheaval of a job loss; loss affects us all deeply. Often accompanying these losses is a sense of identity dissolution, which can be disorienting yet holds potential for profound personal growth. My therapeutic approach to relational loss is rooted in a trauma-informed lens, informed by my extensive exploration of grief.
How would you like to live a vital, fulfilling life and reduce the effects of stress and anxiety that keep you stuck? I offer integrative mind/body approaches to health and wellness, including ACT and Mindfulness-based psychotherapy, Somatic Experiencing, a tailored use of meditation and body awareness techniques, suggestions for lifestyle adjustments, and emphasis on Being in the moment. I am also interested in existential issues like aging, transitions and losses, relationships/communication problems, and managing changes. Being mother tongue Italian, I am happy to offer bilingual services to Italian-speaking clients.
How would you like to live a vital, fulfilling life and reduce the effects of stress and anxiety that keep you stuck? I offer integrative mind/body approaches to health and wellness, including ACT and Mindfulness-based psychotherapy, Somatic Experiencing, a tailored use of meditation and body awareness techniques, suggestions for lifestyle adjustments, and emphasis on Being in the moment. I am also interested in existential issues like aging, transitions and losses, relationships/communication problems, and managing changes. Being mother tongue Italian, I am happy to offer bilingual services to Italian-speaking clients.
Robey Clark Patrick
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95825
I use interventions from Dialectical- & Cognitive-Behavioral Therapies, Polyvagal & Somatic approaches, and many theories & modalities, such as Internal Family Systems, Gestalt, Psychodynamic, and Motivational Interviewing.
Scheduling: sierratherapycenter.com/contact-us - I am a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, a feminist, an anti-racist, and an advocate for working-class & other under-served communities. I am particularly interested in serving the needs of clients who struggle with topics of identity, complex-family structures (ranging from foster care & adoption to building a chosen family), and those working through various types of trauma (such as those from isolated events, systemic/structural/societal patterns, and/or complex/childhood experiences & environments). I am Certified in Brainspotting, a specialized modality for treating trauma.
I use interventions from Dialectical- & Cognitive-Behavioral Therapies, Polyvagal & Somatic approaches, and many theories & modalities, such as Internal Family Systems, Gestalt, Psychodynamic, and Motivational Interviewing.
Scheduling: sierratherapycenter.com/contact-us - I am a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, a feminist, an anti-racist, and an advocate for working-class & other under-served communities. I am particularly interested in serving the needs of clients who struggle with topics of identity, complex-family structures (ranging from foster care & adoption to building a chosen family), and those working through various types of trauma (such as those from isolated events, systemic/structural/societal patterns, and/or complex/childhood experiences & environments). I am Certified in Brainspotting, a specialized modality for treating trauma.
I use a combination of ACT(Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) which is a type of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Somatic Experiential (helps to tune into your body when you are numb/cut-off/or too much in your thoughts), Psychodynamic Experiential, Heart Rate Variance(HRV) biofeedback training, and Trauma Informed Mindfulness based skills.
I can help you discover and strengthen healthy boundaries, guide you to take action on your personal values and life goals, and teach you how to regain your emotional balance when life is working your last nerve. Be kinder to yourself, have greater patience with loved ones, your family of choice, friends and co-workers, and decrease the overwhelming sense of loneliness that you may have felt during this crummy pandemic.
I use a combination of ACT(Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) which is a type of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Somatic Experiential (helps to tune into your body when you are numb/cut-off/or too much in your thoughts), Psychodynamic Experiential, Heart Rate Variance(HRV) biofeedback training, and Trauma Informed Mindfulness based skills.
I can help you discover and strengthen healthy boundaries, guide you to take action on your personal values and life goals, and teach you how to regain your emotional balance when life is working your last nerve. Be kinder to yourself, have greater patience with loved ones, your family of choice, friends and co-workers, and decrease the overwhelming sense of loneliness that you may have felt during this crummy pandemic.
Barbara Field
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LAADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95822
My specialties are in the treatment of trauma and addiction. In addition to my formal education, I have extensive training and experience focused on state-of-the-art, proven practices. Using somatic therapies such as The Comprehensive Resource Model, Brainspotting, and EMDR, provides relief from chronic symptoms related to trauma and addiction and relationship issues that have not responded to previous treatment modalities.
My specialties are in the treatment of trauma and addiction. In addition to my formal education, I have extensive training and experience focused on state-of-the-art, proven practices. Using somatic therapies such as The Comprehensive Resource Model, Brainspotting, and EMDR, provides relief from chronic symptoms related to trauma and addiction and relationship issues that have not responded to previous treatment modalities.
I believe in whole mind and body healing, and offer nervous system regulation, ritual, and somatic healing.
Do you often feel anxious, sad, or resentful in relationships? Perhaps you believe you can’t have the relationships you want or find yourself asking “why does this keep happening to me?” You might have a pattern of choosing partners who are emotionally unavailable. You know something feels off, but you’re not exactly sure why or what to do about it. If any of these signs are familiar, it’s okay. It’s not your fault and you’re not broken. I work with women to resolve old trauma wounds and learn new ways of relating with themselves and others. My approach is both clinical and casual and my medicine is warm, funny and nurturing.
I believe in whole mind and body healing, and offer nervous system regulation, ritual, and somatic healing.
Do you often feel anxious, sad, or resentful in relationships? Perhaps you believe you can’t have the relationships you want or find yourself asking “why does this keep happening to me?” You might have a pattern of choosing partners who are emotionally unavailable. You know something feels off, but you’re not exactly sure why or what to do about it. If any of these signs are familiar, it’s okay. It’s not your fault and you’re not broken. I work with women to resolve old trauma wounds and learn new ways of relating with themselves and others. My approach is both clinical and casual and my medicine is warm, funny and nurturing.
Thomas Sterling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SEP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95811
Have you experienced single event or multiple traumas? Do you experience anxiety, depression or chronic pain from syndromes? Have you experienced developmental trauma, a chaotic childhood or other chronic traumatic stress? I specialize in Somatic Experiencing, an exciting and powerful treatment approach to working with these complex issues.
There are many paths to healing and change. The journey is an active one and there is success in simply taking the first step, acknowledging a change is needed. I have worked in mental health services since 1988 and have worked with many different people and issues. I believe that developing awareness, of emotions, thoughts and behavior, is the starting place and that understanding where we come from, what got us here can be helpful, but changing how we feel today is the best way to have a sense of power. I specialize in somatic, or a body based approach to treatment of trauma. Please call or email me for a therapy session today.
Have you experienced single event or multiple traumas? Do you experience anxiety, depression or chronic pain from syndromes? Have you experienced developmental trauma, a chaotic childhood or other chronic traumatic stress? I specialize in Somatic Experiencing, an exciting and powerful treatment approach to working with these complex issues.
There are many paths to healing and change. The journey is an active one and there is success in simply taking the first step, acknowledging a change is needed. I have worked in mental health services since 1988 and have worked with many different people and issues. I believe that developing awareness, of emotions, thoughts and behavior, is the starting place and that understanding where we come from, what got us here can be helpful, but changing how we feel today is the best way to have a sense of power. I specialize in somatic, or a body based approach to treatment of trauma. Please call or email me for a therapy session today.
Kimberlin Borca Leon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95820 (Online Only)
I integrate techniques from Structural Family Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Attachment-focused family therapy, DBT, Narrative Therapy, Mindfulness & Somatic Practices, & Case Management.
I am currently accepting referrals for families and teens whose pain manifests as deep emotional hurt and sensitivity to specific situations, overwhelm, conflict in close relationships—even violent or suicidal thoughts and behaviors. If you're looking for a safe person who can help you or your loved one address the root causes of these experiences, while offering guidance on ways to feel better today, we might be a good fit. For parents interested in therapy for teens, I take a family-centered approach centered on increasing safety, wellness, and connection for the entire family.
I integrate techniques from Structural Family Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Attachment-focused family therapy, DBT, Narrative Therapy, Mindfulness & Somatic Practices, & Case Management.
I am currently accepting referrals for families and teens whose pain manifests as deep emotional hurt and sensitivity to specific situations, overwhelm, conflict in close relationships—even violent or suicidal thoughts and behaviors. If you're looking for a safe person who can help you or your loved one address the root causes of these experiences, while offering guidance on ways to feel better today, we might be a good fit. For parents interested in therapy for teens, I take a family-centered approach centered on increasing safety, wellness, and connection for the entire family.
Lauren Ludlow
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95821 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I'm a warm, affirming, somatic therapist who blends mind-body practices, EMDR, and Internal Family Systems to help you heal so you can build a more aligned life and relationships.
You want to be present, find ease, and fully enjoy your life and relationship but anxiety, trauma, and big transitions keep getting in the way. You've worked hard to create this life and your relationships. You do your best to "have it all together" for friends, family, colleagues, your partner. In the middle of all the roles, changes, and expectations you've lost yourself, disconnected from your needs, and lost track of your values and joy. Whether it is constant anxiety, imposter syndrome disconnection, or pain that keeps holding you back - you're just done living this way and ready to live more fully.
I'm a warm, affirming, somatic therapist who blends mind-body practices, EMDR, and Internal Family Systems to help you heal so you can build a more aligned life and relationships.
You want to be present, find ease, and fully enjoy your life and relationship but anxiety, trauma, and big transitions keep getting in the way. You've worked hard to create this life and your relationships. You do your best to "have it all together" for friends, family, colleagues, your partner. In the middle of all the roles, changes, and expectations you've lost yourself, disconnected from your needs, and lost track of your values and joy. Whether it is constant anxiety, imposter syndrome disconnection, or pain that keeps holding you back - you're just done living this way and ready to live more fully.
I offer Psychedelic Integration, Ketamine therapy, Internal Family Systems, Shadow Work, Expressive Arts, Somatic therapies including Trauma Informed Yoga and Brainspotting to guide you to your inner wisdom and create a life you love.
My therapeutic style is compassionate, honest and warm. My formula is empower and embody. I have 17 years experience working with couples, families, individuals, groups. I specialize in traumas including sexual abuse, childhood neglect and military trauma, along with substance addictions and process addictions including eating disorders and codependency. Using a holistic approach, I provide a safe and non-judgmental space for you to retrieve parts of your Self and your spirit while helping you discover solutions and coping skills. I am your guide, and in this collaboration you’ll uncover a life congruent with your authentic self.
I offer Psychedelic Integration, Ketamine therapy, Internal Family Systems, Shadow Work, Expressive Arts, Somatic therapies including Trauma Informed Yoga and Brainspotting to guide you to your inner wisdom and create a life you love.
My therapeutic style is compassionate, honest and warm. My formula is empower and embody. I have 17 years experience working with couples, families, individuals, groups. I specialize in traumas including sexual abuse, childhood neglect and military trauma, along with substance addictions and process addictions including eating disorders and codependency. Using a holistic approach, I provide a safe and non-judgmental space for you to retrieve parts of your Self and your spirit while helping you discover solutions and coping skills. I am your guide, and in this collaboration you’ll uncover a life congruent with your authentic self.
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Approaches I use include: Psychodynamic, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), CBT and DBT, and trauma-informed somatic.
I am passionate about helping clients reconnect with themselves and move forward after trauma or hurtful relationships with a sense of strength, self-confidence, and healthy coping skills. I work with individuals (ages 10+) who are healing from a harmful event or relationship, struggling with a sense of self and satisfaction, or want to gain insight into themselves and their relationships. Together we can work toward more self-awareness, satisfaction, and stronger communication skills while decreasing the negative effects of stress and conflict.
Approaches I use include: Psychodynamic, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), CBT and DBT, and trauma-informed somatic.
I am passionate about helping clients reconnect with themselves and move forward after trauma or hurtful relationships with a sense of strength, self-confidence, and healthy coping skills. I work with individuals (ages 10+) who are healing from a harmful event or relationship, struggling with a sense of self and satisfaction, or want to gain insight into themselves and their relationships. Together we can work toward more self-awareness, satisfaction, and stronger communication skills while decreasing the negative effects of stress and conflict.
Questella C. Alfred
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95811 (Online Only)
I/My practice is grounded in the belief that we all have a deep desire and fundamental need to connect—with ourselves and with others. My practice melds my lived experience as a southern-raised, first-gen Trinibagonian-Jamaican, queer, femme with an evidence-based approach that is collaborative, affirming, nonjudgmental, humorous and directive. With a culturally attuned, trauma/ somatic/relational focus, we’ll explore barriers to authentic living and connecting deeply with yourself, your partner(s), the world. We’ll collaboratively curate a transformative healing process that allows you to experience: connection—healing—liberation.
I/My practice is grounded in the belief that we all have a deep desire and fundamental need to connect—with ourselves and with others. My practice melds my lived experience as a southern-raised, first-gen Trinibagonian-Jamaican, queer, femme with an evidence-based approach that is collaborative, affirming, nonjudgmental, humorous and directive. With a culturally attuned, trauma/ somatic/relational focus, we’ll explore barriers to authentic living and connecting deeply with yourself, your partner(s), the world. We’ll collaboratively curate a transformative healing process that allows you to experience: connection—healing—liberation.
Maris Loeffler: Brainspotting Certified Trauma-Informed
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95816
Now accepting new clients! Brainspotting Certified, Stanford Lifestyle Medicine Team Member, Somatic Experiencing, Sports Therapy - Expert trauma therapist empowering individuals to reclaim their lives. Specializing in trauma-informed care and personalized healing journeys. Skilled in evidence-based and body centered modalities for lasting transformation. Let's navigate your path to healing and renewal together. My priority is providing a safe, empathic and non-judgmental space .
Now accepting new clients! Brainspotting Certified, Stanford Lifestyle Medicine Team Member, Somatic Experiencing, Sports Therapy - Expert trauma therapist empowering individuals to reclaim their lives. Specializing in trauma-informed care and personalized healing journeys. Skilled in evidence-based and body centered modalities for lasting transformation. Let's navigate your path to healing and renewal together. My priority is providing a safe, empathic and non-judgmental space .
With adults, I am somatic and contemplative in my approach, meaning I believe that connecting mindfully to the sensations of our bodies is often the first step to mental well-being.
Hello and welcome! It takes courage to reach out for help. Congratulate yourself, searching this site is a win! I am a good fit for someone who is working through trauma and the symptoms of trauma: depression, anxiety, detachment from self and others, and addiction. I focus on creating deeper and more meaningful relationships with yourself, your loved ones, and the world around you. I believe we are always on a journey to create a meaningful story for our lives, and I believe our need for healthy and meaningful relationships is core to the human experience.
With adults, I am somatic and contemplative in my approach, meaning I believe that connecting mindfully to the sensations of our bodies is often the first step to mental well-being.
Hello and welcome! It takes courage to reach out for help. Congratulate yourself, searching this site is a win! I am a good fit for someone who is working through trauma and the symptoms of trauma: depression, anxiety, detachment from self and others, and addiction. I focus on creating deeper and more meaningful relationships with yourself, your loved ones, and the world around you. I believe we are always on a journey to create a meaningful story for our lives, and I believe our need for healthy and meaningful relationships is core to the human experience.
Angie Gunn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CST, CSTS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95825 (Online Only)
Our methodologies include, systems theory, EFT, gottman couples work, EMDR, Somatic based interventions, sensory integration and regulation work, narrative, TF-CBT, meditation and grounding, attachment oriented approaches and couples interventions.
When was the last time you felt deep pleasure, connection or acceptance within yourself or a relationship? Therapy works when you find someone who gets you. As one of only 10 AASECT certified sex therapists in Oregon, I'm training a team to provide inclusive sex positive treatment for individuals, couples, groups and LGBTQIPA+ folks. We focus on the treatment of trauma, sexuality challenges (arousal, performance, desire mismatch, healing abuse, pain), gender concerns including resources during the gender affirmation process and exploration of alternative sexualities or relationship configurations including non-monogamy and kink.
Our methodologies include, systems theory, EFT, gottman couples work, EMDR, Somatic based interventions, sensory integration and regulation work, narrative, TF-CBT, meditation and grounding, attachment oriented approaches and couples interventions.
When was the last time you felt deep pleasure, connection or acceptance within yourself or a relationship? Therapy works when you find someone who gets you. As one of only 10 AASECT certified sex therapists in Oregon, I'm training a team to provide inclusive sex positive treatment for individuals, couples, groups and LGBTQIPA+ folks. We focus on the treatment of trauma, sexuality challenges (arousal, performance, desire mismatch, healing abuse, pain), gender concerns including resources during the gender affirmation process and exploration of alternative sexualities or relationship configurations including non-monogamy and kink.
Gia Herndon
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95826 (Online Only)
I utilize an eclectic approach that includes depth-oriented, somatic, Internal Family Systems and CBT techniques.
I believe that we each have an innate force that drives us towards wholeness and the fulfillment of our individual potential. However, life experiences can lead to a break from our personal experience of the soul, resulting in a deep sense of loss and isolation from self and others. I work collaboratively with my clients to remove obstacles that block the connection to a deeper experience of the soul and authentic self, and then move towards the realization of a fulfilling and purposeful life. "Out beyond ideas of wrongdoing and rightdoing there is a field. I'll meet you there... " Rumi
I utilize an eclectic approach that includes depth-oriented, somatic, Internal Family Systems and CBT techniques.
I believe that we each have an innate force that drives us towards wholeness and the fulfillment of our individual potential. However, life experiences can lead to a break from our personal experience of the soul, resulting in a deep sense of loss and isolation from self and others. I work collaboratively with my clients to remove obstacles that block the connection to a deeper experience of the soul and authentic self, and then move towards the realization of a fulfilling and purposeful life. "Out beyond ideas of wrongdoing and rightdoing there is a field. I'll meet you there... " Rumi
Dr. Chanin Hardwick
Counselor, PhD, MA-MFT, LPCC, C-IAYT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95816 (Online Only)
I am a Certified Yoga Therapist (C-IAYT), an Internal Family System practitioner (IFS), a Certified Brainspotter, and an Integral Somatic Psychology practitioner.
Transition, trauma, and transformation are my specialties. Life transition, career transition, transition in relationships, racial trauma, the trauma of loss, sexual assault trauma, imposter syndrome, and personal transformation. Much comes with each and using the mind, body, soul connection I support you in finding healing, and a new sense of being. Healing is done in connection with others through embodied connection, awareness, and meaning or faith. Together through connection, you can bring healing into your life.
I am a Certified Yoga Therapist (C-IAYT), an Internal Family System practitioner (IFS), a Certified Brainspotter, and an Integral Somatic Psychology practitioner.
Transition, trauma, and transformation are my specialties. Life transition, career transition, transition in relationships, racial trauma, the trauma of loss, sexual assault trauma, imposter syndrome, and personal transformation. Much comes with each and using the mind, body, soul connection I support you in finding healing, and a new sense of being. Healing is done in connection with others through embodied connection, awareness, and meaning or faith. Together through connection, you can bring healing into your life.
Deborah Miller-Froh
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95825
Waitlist for new clients
I graduated from University of Michigan, attended California Institute of Integral Studies and JFK University, and received my graduate degree in Somatic Psychotherapy from JFK.
I work with people who are struggling, and decide take the courageous step to ask for help. Many have a history of trauma and suffer from anxiety, depression, eating disorders, addiction, parenting challenges, sleep issues, sexual difficulties, chronic pain, relationship problems, and other post-traumatic responses. Also, present-day situations in our personal or collective worlds can be objectively hard to bear. Our experiences leave traces psychologically and somatically, so I use evidence-based, body-oriented, mindfulness techniques to address limiting patterns so that you can live more authentically today's challenging world.
I graduated from University of Michigan, attended California Institute of Integral Studies and JFK University, and received my graduate degree in Somatic Psychotherapy from JFK.
I work with people who are struggling, and decide take the courageous step to ask for help. Many have a history of trauma and suffer from anxiety, depression, eating disorders, addiction, parenting challenges, sleep issues, sexual difficulties, chronic pain, relationship problems, and other post-traumatic responses. Also, present-day situations in our personal or collective worlds can be objectively hard to bear. Our experiences leave traces psychologically and somatically, so I use evidence-based, body-oriented, mindfulness techniques to address limiting patterns so that you can live more authentically today's challenging world.
In the past 5 years working with others, I skillfully use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Somatic Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
With this nonstop world effecting each person differently, I enjoy working with others where they are in their lives and where they want to be. It is my honor to work and support people in their journey on finding who they are, where they want to be, making sense what is going on, and getting back to their values that supports their internal and external world. I adroitly work with adolescences and adults to effectively manager symptoms of addiction, depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, and impulsivity actions.
In the past 5 years working with others, I skillfully use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Somatic Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
With this nonstop world effecting each person differently, I enjoy working with others where they are in their lives and where they want to be. It is my honor to work and support people in their journey on finding who they are, where they want to be, making sense what is going on, and getting back to their values that supports their internal and external world. I adroitly work with adolescences and adults to effectively manager symptoms of addiction, depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, and impulsivity actions.
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Somatic Therapists
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.