Somatic Therapists in California
Do you feel like you have been holding the pain of stress and trauma in your body for years? Do you want to feel more empowered to understand your own nervous system and move into more regulated states of healing? Then we may be a good fit. I work with womxn and non-binary clients who experience chronic pain, chronic illness, anxiety, depression, or trauma. I am LGBTQIA+ allied, social justice, and feminist therapist. Clients I work with come in when experiencing life transition, relationship stress, new health diagnoses, career changes, increased pain, or family-of-origin pain.
Do you feel like you have been holding the pain of stress and trauma in your body for years? Do you want to feel more empowered to understand your own nervous system and move into more regulated states of healing? Then we may be a good fit. I work with womxn and non-binary clients who experience chronic pain, chronic illness, anxiety, depression, or trauma. I am LGBTQIA+ allied, social justice, and feminist therapist. Clients I work with come in when experiencing life transition, relationship stress, new health diagnoses, career changes, increased pain, or family-of-origin pain.
The journey of self-exploration and growth is a life-long process. Therapy is a stepping-stone on that journey. Our needs, self-concept, challenges, and relationships are always evolving depending on the season of life we are in. Our lives are complex.
My ideal clients are adults who are ready to commit to their own development, desire change and personal growth and are willing to engage in trying something new. I also enjoy working with couples who are seeking relational repair, more effective communication, and deeper emotional and physical intimacy.
The journey of self-exploration and growth is a life-long process. Therapy is a stepping-stone on that journey. Our needs, self-concept, challenges, and relationships are always evolving depending on the season of life we are in. Our lives are complex.
My ideal clients are adults who are ready to commit to their own development, desire change and personal growth and are willing to engage in trying something new. I also enjoy working with couples who are seeking relational repair, more effective communication, and deeper emotional and physical intimacy.
In addition to training in gestalt, somatic, and feminist psychotherapy, I bring a background in holistic reproductive health and body literacy.
I specialize in working with individuals, couples, and families going through major life changes, such as birth and death, and confronting challenges related to anxiety, trauma, grief, and addiction of all kinds.
In addition to training in gestalt, somatic, and feminist psychotherapy, I bring a background in holistic reproductive health and body literacy.
I specialize in working with individuals, couples, and families going through major life changes, such as birth and death, and confronting challenges related to anxiety, trauma, grief, and addiction of all kinds.
I have worked with clients from a wide-ranging background. From the military, to prisons, court systems and private practice, I have worked with individuals who are trying to better their lives in many ways. I would like to help you better yourself and achieve your goals. I use many different modalities and approaches.
I have worked with clients from a wide-ranging background. From the military, to prisons, court systems and private practice, I have worked with individuals who are trying to better their lives in many ways. I would like to help you better yourself and achieve your goals. I use many different modalities and approaches.
I draw from advanced training and certifications in Brainspotting, Somatic Experiencing, Accelerated Resolution Therapy, and expressive arts therapy to support both the mind and body.
I am also certified in Neuroaffective Touch — a psychobiological therapy model that bridges the gap between talk therapy and bodywork.
NA- Touch is a polyvagal-informed approach that uses attuned touch to gently access developmental, emotional, and relational trauma held below the reach of words.
I draw from advanced training and certifications in Brainspotting, Somatic Experiencing, Accelerated Resolution Therapy, and expressive arts therapy to support both the mind and body.
I am also certified in Neuroaffective Touch — a psychobiological therapy model that bridges the gap between talk therapy and bodywork.
NA- Touch is a polyvagal-informed approach that uses attuned touch to gently access developmental, emotional, and relational trauma held below the reach of words.
If you're struggling with marital/relationship problems, addiction issues, anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, or a traumatic experience(s), I can help. I also provide therapy for those having difficulty coping with a crisis, a stressful life transition, or a painful loss due to a break-up, divorce, or death. As a psychologist, I embrace the traditional values of developing a comfortable and trusting relationship with clients. The relationship I build is my priority and the primary means to help you feel better. Together, we'll help you develop greater self-awareness and a healthier relationship with yourself and others.
If you're struggling with marital/relationship problems, addiction issues, anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, or a traumatic experience(s), I can help. I also provide therapy for those having difficulty coping with a crisis, a stressful life transition, or a painful loss due to a break-up, divorce, or death. As a psychologist, I embrace the traditional values of developing a comfortable and trusting relationship with clients. The relationship I build is my priority and the primary means to help you feel better. Together, we'll help you develop greater self-awareness and a healthier relationship with yourself and others.
Experiencing anxiety, depression, and trauma can be hard to navigate on one’s own. Through the use of integrative modalities, my goal is to help you find your way so that you can manage symptoms, feel your best, discover who you truly are, and move forward in the direction of your dreams whereby your past no longer holds you back. Using warmth and compassion, I also aim to provide trauma-informed care to discuss your struggles without judgment and safely process unresolved trauma and feelings.
Experiencing anxiety, depression, and trauma can be hard to navigate on one’s own. Through the use of integrative modalities, my goal is to help you find your way so that you can manage symptoms, feel your best, discover who you truly are, and move forward in the direction of your dreams whereby your past no longer holds you back. Using warmth and compassion, I also aim to provide trauma-informed care to discuss your struggles without judgment and safely process unresolved trauma and feelings.
During our sessions I will teach you mindfulness, breathing techniques, and somatic tools so you can start feeling better.
Hi there! My ideal clients are those interested in a therapist who thinks outside the box, have an openness to alternative practices, and are in touch with their sensitivities. I gravitate towards those rebellious at heart and because of my various life and work experiences hold a soft spot for underserved and vulnerable communities. Some of those groups include immigrant families, families impacted by incarceration, and those included in the LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent, and Spanish speaking communities. I am great a support for those looking to learn nervous system support for trauma, anxiety, OCD, or managing addiction.
During our sessions I will teach you mindfulness, breathing techniques, and somatic tools so you can start feeling better.
Hi there! My ideal clients are those interested in a therapist who thinks outside the box, have an openness to alternative practices, and are in touch with their sensitivities. I gravitate towards those rebellious at heart and because of my various life and work experiences hold a soft spot for underserved and vulnerable communities. Some of those groups include immigrant families, families impacted by incarceration, and those included in the LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent, and Spanish speaking communities. I am great a support for those looking to learn nervous system support for trauma, anxiety, OCD, or managing addiction.
I’m drawn to somatic and experiential practices such as IFS, psychodrama, and Brainspotting.
I can’t tell you what will happen in therapy. The best therapy will surprise us both. I consider therapy an adventure. It will be challenging at times, but also bring insights, wonder, and joy. Along the way, I encourage play, delight, and humor. If therapy doesn’t feel good, we won’t want to keep going. I specialize in trauma, anxiety, depression, and addiction, particularly among highly creative individuals. I also see couples, often those exploring nonmonogamy, or repairing infidelity. I don't have a map, but we'll face the unknown together. And as we tap into spontaneity, creativity and our connection, you will find your way.
I’m drawn to somatic and experiential practices such as IFS, psychodrama, and Brainspotting.
I can’t tell you what will happen in therapy. The best therapy will surprise us both. I consider therapy an adventure. It will be challenging at times, but also bring insights, wonder, and joy. Along the way, I encourage play, delight, and humor. If therapy doesn’t feel good, we won’t want to keep going. I specialize in trauma, anxiety, depression, and addiction, particularly among highly creative individuals. I also see couples, often those exploring nonmonogamy, or repairing infidelity. I don't have a map, but we'll face the unknown together. And as we tap into spontaneity, creativity and our connection, you will find your way.
I use a relational approached integrated with psychodynamic, solution-focused, somatic, and cognitive behavioral approaches in my practice.
I specialize in working with neurodivergent individuals, parents of ND kids, social anxiety, and midlife transitions. I believe counseling is more than sharing feelings; it is a collaborative exploration and solution-finding that empowers you to learn how to manage life stressors. My counseling style is warm, empathetic, honest, and direct. You can expect it to be goal-oriented, with plenty of space for processing emotions. I use a holistic approach, knowing that people learn and grow in different ways. We work as a team to heal old patterns and develop new skills. I also offer Safe and Sound Protocol and Neuro Emotional Technique.
I use a relational approached integrated with psychodynamic, solution-focused, somatic, and cognitive behavioral approaches in my practice.
I specialize in working with neurodivergent individuals, parents of ND kids, social anxiety, and midlife transitions. I believe counseling is more than sharing feelings; it is a collaborative exploration and solution-finding that empowers you to learn how to manage life stressors. My counseling style is warm, empathetic, honest, and direct. You can expect it to be goal-oriented, with plenty of space for processing emotions. I use a holistic approach, knowing that people learn and grow in different ways. We work as a team to heal old patterns and develop new skills. I also offer Safe and Sound Protocol and Neuro Emotional Technique.
I draw from a range of treatment approaches depending on my client’s needs, including; Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Somatic, and Mindfulness based approaches.
Making the choice to reach out to a therapist can feel intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be. My intention as a therapist is to walk alongside you on your mental health journey with compassion and understanding. I want to help you move toward the changes and solutions you’re seeking while offering a safe, supportive space to explore your inner world.
This doesn’t mean I won’t challenge you at times. Growth often invites us into moments of discomfort, but you won’t have to move through those moments alone. Experiencing them within a trusting, supportive therapeutic relationship can help open the door to meaningful, lasting change.
I draw from a range of treatment approaches depending on my client’s needs, including; Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Somatic, and Mindfulness based approaches.
Making the choice to reach out to a therapist can feel intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be. My intention as a therapist is to walk alongside you on your mental health journey with compassion and understanding. I want to help you move toward the changes and solutions you’re seeking while offering a safe, supportive space to explore your inner world.
This doesn’t mean I won’t challenge you at times. Growth often invites us into moments of discomfort, but you won’t have to move through those moments alone. Experiencing them within a trusting, supportive therapeutic relationship can help open the door to meaningful, lasting change.
ARE YOU LOOKING FOR AN AUTHENTIC THERAPIST WHO WILL WORK ALONGSIDE YOU TO FACILITATE HEALING AND RESILIENCY? We all possess gifts in life. Our gifts are challenged when talents and temperaments are misdirected, or overshadowed by stress and trauma. I will EXPAND UPON YOUR STRENGTHS to help you creatively cope with your symptoms. I will help you REDISCOVER your internal and external resources as we work through the challenges you are facing in your life. I truly enjoy treating all age groups (teens, adults, children), and welcome individuals, couples, and families.
ARE YOU LOOKING FOR AN AUTHENTIC THERAPIST WHO WILL WORK ALONGSIDE YOU TO FACILITATE HEALING AND RESILIENCY? We all possess gifts in life. Our gifts are challenged when talents and temperaments are misdirected, or overshadowed by stress and trauma. I will EXPAND UPON YOUR STRENGTHS to help you creatively cope with your symptoms. I will help you REDISCOVER your internal and external resources as we work through the challenges you are facing in your life. I truly enjoy treating all age groups (teens, adults, children), and welcome individuals, couples, and families.
If you are experiencing depression, anxiety, grief or going through a life transition it would be my honor to support you in working through these issues. I am dedicated to enhancing your emotional well being and I strive to offer you a warm and non- judgmental environment where you can feel free to talk about any issues. l have been a therapist for 32 years, I have experience working with a wide variety of mental health issues, depression, anxiety, PTSD, and substance abuse.
If you are experiencing depression, anxiety, grief or going through a life transition it would be my honor to support you in working through these issues. I am dedicated to enhancing your emotional well being and I strive to offer you a warm and non- judgmental environment where you can feel free to talk about any issues. l have been a therapist for 32 years, I have experience working with a wide variety of mental health issues, depression, anxiety, PTSD, and substance abuse.
I'm a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Somatic Experiencing Practitioner providing psychotherapy and coaching to individuals, couples and families.
One of my main specialties is helping girls and women understand the impact of trauma, stress, sexism and objectification on their emotional, physical, spiritual, psychological and sexual health. Additional specialities include managing stress, developmental trauma, relationship issues, sexual health, anxiety, spirituality and personal growth.
I'm a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Somatic Experiencing Practitioner providing psychotherapy and coaching to individuals, couples and families.
One of my main specialties is helping girls and women understand the impact of trauma, stress, sexism and objectification on their emotional, physical, spiritual, psychological and sexual health. Additional specialities include managing stress, developmental trauma, relationship issues, sexual health, anxiety, spirituality and personal growth.
I work with individuals and couples using a trauma-informed, somatic, relational, attachment-focused, and anti-oppressive framework.
I am a queer, Chinese-American child of immigrants, truth-seeker, nature-dweller, and creative human. I work experientially and somatically with individuals, families, and couples across a range of issues including intimacy, cultural identity, trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, systemic oppression, gender, sexuality, neurodiversity, and spirituality.
I work with individuals and couples using a trauma-informed, somatic, relational, attachment-focused, and anti-oppressive framework.
I am a queer, Chinese-American child of immigrants, truth-seeker, nature-dweller, and creative human. I work experientially and somatically with individuals, families, and couples across a range of issues including intimacy, cultural identity, trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, systemic oppression, gender, sexuality, neurodiversity, and spirituality.
Are you looking for greater balance and harmony in your life? I am aware of the interaction between mind, body, and spirit and how challenges to these components can be opportunities for growth, strength, and wisdom. We are all unique individuals so my approach to each person varies to suit each particular issue and patient. By focusing on your core values, I will actively help you to reach your potential. I see therapy as a collaborative process with myself here to facilitate the building of your resources and strengths to empower you.
Are you looking for greater balance and harmony in your life? I am aware of the interaction between mind, body, and spirit and how challenges to these components can be opportunities for growth, strength, and wisdom. We are all unique individuals so my approach to each person varies to suit each particular issue and patient. By focusing on your core values, I will actively help you to reach your potential. I see therapy as a collaborative process with myself here to facilitate the building of your resources and strengths to empower you.
Life is a journey. I am not here to judge. I am here as a guide. I counsel individuals, couples, and teenagers in a safe, honest and "down-to-earth" manner. I work inside a comfortable private office providing traditional psychotherapy in Roseville, California. For those clients that would like a more experiential approach, I also take therapy outside with Walk and Talk Therapy. Individual clients accompany me on a two-hour hike/walk that combines movement, nature and psychotherapy. For those who are too busy to leave their home or office, I provide on-line counseling as well. Click on my website to book an appointment.
Life is a journey. I am not here to judge. I am here as a guide. I counsel individuals, couples, and teenagers in a safe, honest and "down-to-earth" manner. I work inside a comfortable private office providing traditional psychotherapy in Roseville, California. For those clients that would like a more experiential approach, I also take therapy outside with Walk and Talk Therapy. Individual clients accompany me on a two-hour hike/walk that combines movement, nature and psychotherapy. For those who are too busy to leave their home or office, I provide on-line counseling as well. Click on my website to book an appointment.
I provide a warm and understanding atmosphere without judgment and pressure. Our work together is going to be about you and for you. I am not here to tell you what to do but allow you to become the owner of your life and regain the power of choice. You will be invited to explore through using traditional means of therapy(talk therapy) or more creative ways such as drama and expressive arts therapy. The choice will be yours and completely based on your level of comfort. I will be here to set up the creative stage for you to shine, cry, laugh, change and grow.
I provide a warm and understanding atmosphere without judgment and pressure. Our work together is going to be about you and for you. I am not here to tell you what to do but allow you to become the owner of your life and regain the power of choice. You will be invited to explore through using traditional means of therapy(talk therapy) or more creative ways such as drama and expressive arts therapy. The choice will be yours and completely based on your level of comfort. I will be here to set up the creative stage for you to shine, cry, laugh, change and grow.
Are you the kind, thoughtful woman who’s always there for everyone else—but running on empty inside? You may find it hard to say no, feel guilty setting boundaries, and notice you’ve lost touch with your own needs. You know how to care for others—you’re just not sure how to care for yourself without guilt. Together, we’ll explore the patterns keeping you stuck, reconnect you with your strengths, and build practical tools for emotional regulation, self-trust, and healthier relationships.
Are you the kind, thoughtful woman who’s always there for everyone else—but running on empty inside? You may find it hard to say no, feel guilty setting boundaries, and notice you’ve lost touch with your own needs. You know how to care for others—you’re just not sure how to care for yourself without guilt. Together, we’ll explore the patterns keeping you stuck, reconnect you with your strengths, and build practical tools for emotional regulation, self-trust, and healthier relationships.
I integrate somatic, relational, and trauma-informed therapy with EMDR (currently completing EMDR training) to help process difficult experiences, calm the nervous system, and create lasting change.
You may understand why you feel the way you do, yet still find yourself stuck in the same patterns. Maybe you're feeling anxious, overwhelmed, disconnected, or struggling in your relationships. You might be navigating trauma, identity exploration, or a major life transition and want something deeper than coping alone. Together, we'll explore what's beneath those patterns so you can build resilience, reconnect with yourself and others, and create lasting, meaningful change.
I integrate somatic, relational, and trauma-informed therapy with EMDR (currently completing EMDR training) to help process difficult experiences, calm the nervous system, and create lasting change.
You may understand why you feel the way you do, yet still find yourself stuck in the same patterns. Maybe you're feeling anxious, overwhelmed, disconnected, or struggling in your relationships. You might be navigating trauma, identity exploration, or a major life transition and want something deeper than coping alone. Together, we'll explore what's beneath those patterns so you can build resilience, reconnect with yourself and others, and create lasting, meaningful change.
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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.