Somatic Therapists in Miami, FL

Photo of Eddie Cruz, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SEP
Eddie Cruz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SEP
3 Endorsed
Miami, FL 33145
My therapeutic style encompasses extensive training in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Psychoanalytic/Psychodynamic, and Somatic Experiencing with a strong emphasis on compassion which honors each client where they are in their life journey.
I help professional men who feel depressed and anxious because they have experienced trauma. Men who are having relationship difficulties and feel uncertain about what they want in their lives. Who struggle with their sexuality and do not know where they fit in? Their lives are not working because they feel stuck and unable to attain their life goals. By exploring in-depth the function of their depression and anxiety we can understand the underline issues and challenge those cognitive distortions. So, the change not only happens cognitively but also with bodily awareness.
My therapeutic style encompasses extensive training in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Psychoanalytic/Psychodynamic, and Somatic Experiencing with a strong emphasis on compassion which honors each client where they are in their life journey.
I help professional men who feel depressed and anxious because they have experienced trauma. Men who are having relationship difficulties and feel uncertain about what they want in their lives. Who struggle with their sexuality and do not know where they fit in? Their lives are not working because they feel stuck and unable to attain their life goals. By exploring in-depth the function of their depression and anxiety we can understand the underline issues and challenge those cognitive distortions. So, the change not only happens cognitively but also with bodily awareness.
(305) 771-1589 View (305) 771-1589
Photo of Michael Tyler Ramos, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CAADC
Michael Tyler Ramos
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CAADC
Online Only
I also bring in somatic experiencing and fitness practices to deepen body awareness and support healing on multiple levels.
My therapeutic style is unconventional and integrative, rooted in the belief that healing begins with a meaningful connection. Together, we create a space where you can explore your inner world, uncover insights about your motivations and reactions, and build a stronger sense of self. This is your space to shape and make your own. I’ve had the privilege of working with people from many different walks of life—across cultures, identities, ages, and financial situations. I also provide therapy in Spanish and am licensed to practice in Florida, Pennsylvania, and Vermont.
I also bring in somatic experiencing and fitness practices to deepen body awareness and support healing on multiple levels.
My therapeutic style is unconventional and integrative, rooted in the belief that healing begins with a meaningful connection. Together, we create a space where you can explore your inner world, uncover insights about your motivations and reactions, and build a stronger sense of self. This is your space to shape and make your own. I’ve had the privilege of working with people from many different walks of life—across cultures, identities, ages, and financial situations. I also provide therapy in Spanish and am licensed to practice in Florida, Pennsylvania, and Vermont.
(321) 844-7870 View (321) 844-7870
Photo of Nicole Johnson, Pre-Licensed Professional
Nicole Johnson
Pre-Licensed Professional
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I bring a neuroscience-informed approach that honors the unique spiritual and somatic components that contribute to your mental wellbeing.
I am a pre-licensed Florida-based psychotherapist with a background in psychology, pastoral care, and substance use counseling. Together, I hope to empower who you are presently so that you can use your innate strengths and attributes to overcome life's challenges. I invite anyone who feels they could benefit from such self-exploration and I welcome individuals of all backgrounds and faiths. I offer individual and group sessions virtually to address a variety of concerns ranging from anxiety, changes of life, health concerns, chronic pain and disability, self-esteem, anger, depression, and abuse.
I bring a neuroscience-informed approach that honors the unique spiritual and somatic components that contribute to your mental wellbeing.
I am a pre-licensed Florida-based psychotherapist with a background in psychology, pastoral care, and substance use counseling. Together, I hope to empower who you are presently so that you can use your innate strengths and attributes to overcome life's challenges. I invite anyone who feels they could benefit from such self-exploration and I welcome individuals of all backgrounds and faiths. I offer individual and group sessions virtually to address a variety of concerns ranging from anxiety, changes of life, health concerns, chronic pain and disability, self-esteem, anger, depression, and abuse.
(786) 418-6705 View (786) 418-6705
Photo of Diana Franco, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Diana Franco
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I incorporate mindfulness, somatic work, and strengths based, person centered, solution- focused, & narrative therapies to support healing
Imagine this: You're navigating through a stormy sea, feeling overwhelmed by waves of anxiety, depression, or life's transitions that have left you feeling confused or lost. The horizon seems unclear, and you're searching for a guiding light to help you find calm and clarity. Hello, I'm Diana, and I specialize in being that guiding light. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Florida, I've spent the past eight years immersed in the world of behavioral health, with six of those years dedicated to helping adults like you overcome challenges such as depression, anxiety, grief, and issues with self-esteem and relationships.
I incorporate mindfulness, somatic work, and strengths based, person centered, solution- focused, & narrative therapies to support healing
Imagine this: You're navigating through a stormy sea, feeling overwhelmed by waves of anxiety, depression, or life's transitions that have left you feeling confused or lost. The horizon seems unclear, and you're searching for a guiding light to help you find calm and clarity. Hello, I'm Diana, and I specialize in being that guiding light. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Florida, I've spent the past eight years immersed in the world of behavioral health, with six of those years dedicated to helping adults like you overcome challenges such as depression, anxiety, grief, and issues with self-esteem and relationships.
(786) 876-8033 View (786) 876-8033
Photo of Ella Dufrene - Ella Dufrene, Art Therapist, Art Therapist, MPS, ATR
Ella Dufrene, Art Therapist
Art Therapist, MPS, ATR
Online Only
With over a decade of experience as a Registered Art Therapist, I help women slow down and listen to their inner world through art-making, somatic awareness, and compassionate self-inquiry.
The women I work with are often the ones who seem to “have it all together.” They’re capable, insightful, high-achieving and deeply caring. But on the inside, there’s often exhaustion, self-doubt, or a sense of being disconnected. They’ve spent years meeting expectations, achieving, and caring for others, but they’ve lost touch with their own creative spark and inner peace. Beneath the surface, they long to feel more alive, authentic, and at ease.
With over a decade of experience as a Registered Art Therapist, I help women slow down and listen to their inner world through art-making, somatic awareness, and compassionate self-inquiry.
The women I work with are often the ones who seem to “have it all together.” They’re capable, insightful, high-achieving and deeply caring. But on the inside, there’s often exhaustion, self-doubt, or a sense of being disconnected. They’ve spent years meeting expectations, achieving, and caring for others, but they’ve lost touch with their own creative spark and inner peace. Beneath the surface, they long to feel more alive, authentic, and at ease.
(305) 614-2462 View (305) 614-2462
Photo of Aimee Perez - Reconsider Therapy, LLC, Counselor, LMHC
Reconsider Therapy, LLC
Counselor, LMHC
Online Only
In my current practice, I help adults, navigate challenges such as women's issues, empowerment, trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, stress management, and everyday life struggles. I use an integrative trauma-informed approach because I believe that every client comes in with their unique struggles and goals that require more than a one size fits all approach. My background not only shapes my therapeutic approach but also fuels my dedication to providing compassionate, patient-centered care.
In my current practice, I help adults, navigate challenges such as women's issues, empowerment, trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, stress management, and everyday life struggles. I use an integrative trauma-informed approach because I believe that every client comes in with their unique struggles and goals that require more than a one size fits all approach. My background not only shapes my therapeutic approach but also fuels my dedication to providing compassionate, patient-centered care.
(786) 891-3645 View (786) 891-3645
Photo of Dr. Karin Cabeza, Psychologist, PhD
Dr. Karin Cabeza
Psychologist, PhD
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Hi! I’m Dr. Karin Cabeza, a licensed clinical health psychologist, and I specialize in helping adults who are struggling both physically and emotionally their sense of well-being and direction.
Hi! I’m Dr. Karin Cabeza, a licensed clinical health psychologist, and I specialize in helping adults who are struggling both physically and emotionally their sense of well-being and direction.
(786) 723-8353 View (786) 723-8353
Photo of Miguel Barillas, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Miguel Barillas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Miami, FL 33145
However, this is not the case with the therapy I provide, Somatic Experiencing, a therapy that takes years to be trained on.
You probably have tried therapy in the past but continue to feel stuck, anxious, or depressed. Trauma therapy is not about understanding what happened; in fact, talking about it can be retraumatizing (Bessel 2020). Dr. Bessel Van Der Kolk is a world-renowned trauma researcher and author of “The Body Keeps the Score,” a New York Times bestseller for years.
However, this is not the case with the therapy I provide, Somatic Experiencing, a therapy that takes years to be trained on.
You probably have tried therapy in the past but continue to feel stuck, anxious, or depressed. Trauma therapy is not about understanding what happened; in fact, talking about it can be retraumatizing (Bessel 2020). Dr. Bessel Van Der Kolk is a world-renowned trauma researcher and author of “The Body Keeps the Score,” a New York Times bestseller for years.
(786) 655-9409 View (786) 655-9409
Photo of Lisandra Ramirez - Miami Vibes Counseling Center , Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Miami Vibes Counseling Center
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Miami, FL 33137
Immediate Availability and offering free 15 minute phone consults! I understand the anxiety and fear surrounding your decision to seek therapy for either yourself, your child, or loved one. Life is full of ups and downs, and at times we all need support on our journey. Whether you are struggling with your mood, not sure how to manage your child's tantrums, unhappy with your job, fighting with your partner, struggling as a new parent, want to stop yelling, or need some support as you navigate a major life transition or stressor, I can help! You can feel at peace with your life. It is not too late to get the support you deserve.
Immediate Availability and offering free 15 minute phone consults! I understand the anxiety and fear surrounding your decision to seek therapy for either yourself, your child, or loved one. Life is full of ups and downs, and at times we all need support on our journey. Whether you are struggling with your mood, not sure how to manage your child's tantrums, unhappy with your job, fighting with your partner, struggling as a new parent, want to stop yelling, or need some support as you navigate a major life transition or stressor, I can help! You can feel at peace with your life. It is not too late to get the support you deserve.
View
Photo of Shantara Bussey-Martin, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Shantara Bussey-Martin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
4 Endorsed
Online Only
What's The TEA? or should I say, What's your TEA? When you hear that phrase, you may assume I want to gossip; however, the TEA I want to process is your Thoughts, Emotions, and Actions. At TEA Time Therapeutic Services, I will put my extensive experience to help you become the best version of yourself. You'll learn how your thoughts, emotions, and actions are connected. My goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, to move forward to where you want to be in your life.
What's The TEA? or should I say, What's your TEA? When you hear that phrase, you may assume I want to gossip; however, the TEA I want to process is your Thoughts, Emotions, and Actions. At TEA Time Therapeutic Services, I will put my extensive experience to help you become the best version of yourself. You'll learn how your thoughts, emotions, and actions are connected. My goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, to move forward to where you want to be in your life.
(786) 648-7734 View (786) 648-7734
Photo of Nathaly Baldeon, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW , QS
Nathaly Baldeon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW , QS
Online Only
Healing is possible, and you don’t have to do it alone! Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from yourself? Whether you’re navigating trauma, managing ADHD, or struggling with anxiety, therapy can help you find clarity, healing, and a renewed sense of direction. I provide a warm and collaborative space where you can slow down, feel understood, and begin to make meaningful change one step at a time.
Healing is possible, and you don’t have to do it alone! Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from yourself? Whether you’re navigating trauma, managing ADHD, or struggling with anxiety, therapy can help you find clarity, healing, and a renewed sense of direction. I provide a warm and collaborative space where you can slow down, feel understood, and begin to make meaningful change one step at a time.
(786) 882-6036 View (786) 882-6036
Photo of Daphne Blodgett, Pre-Licensed Professional, MS,MA, RMHCI, NCC, Gottman
Daphne Blodgett
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS,MA, RMHCI, NCC, Gottman
1 Endorsed
Miami, FL 33179
I utilize evidence-based therapy like cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness based cognitive therapy (MBCT), mindfulness based stress reduction (MBSR), the Gottman Method mixed with meditation and somatic therapy
Hi, I’m Daphne, Gottman Level 2 therapist. Whether you're hoping to reconnect with your partner, navigate conflict while balancing the demands of work and parenting, rediscover intimacy, heal from betrayal trauma, move through a painful divorce, or simply get out of the rut—I'm here to support you. Just like plants need to be watered and cared for with attention, so, too, do relationships need to nurturing. Tailored to the needs of the unique couple I will be alongside with empathy and warmth. While it’s not healthy for every couple to stay together l want you to know - healing your relationship, and help for couples is possible.
I utilize evidence-based therapy like cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness based cognitive therapy (MBCT), mindfulness based stress reduction (MBSR), the Gottman Method mixed with meditation and somatic therapy
Hi, I’m Daphne, Gottman Level 2 therapist. Whether you're hoping to reconnect with your partner, navigate conflict while balancing the demands of work and parenting, rediscover intimacy, heal from betrayal trauma, move through a painful divorce, or simply get out of the rut—I'm here to support you. Just like plants need to be watered and cared for with attention, so, too, do relationships need to nurturing. Tailored to the needs of the unique couple I will be alongside with empathy and warmth. While it’s not healthy for every couple to stay together l want you to know - healing your relationship, and help for couples is possible.
(305) 981-6362 View (305) 981-6362
Photo of Claire Fountain, LMHC, MA
Claire Fountain
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I specialize in navigating trauma, anxiety, and life stresses through holistic healing ( somatic therapy, EMDR, and mindfulness.) I specifically hold space for those in creative, high-stress, and/or public-facing roles.
Are you feeling stuck in past trauma, tending to grief, or facing challenges in your relationships, career, confidence, and/or relationship to your body? I work with individuals—especially women—seeking to heal, reclaim their self-worth, and live more empowered lives. You may be going through life transitions, dealing with emotional wounds, or looking for relief from anxiety and overwhelm. As a yoga, embodiment, and mindfulness teacher for over a decade, I combine mind-body practices to help you find balance, ease, and space to reconnect with yourself. I'm glad you're here. There is a soft, safe place to land.
I specialize in navigating trauma, anxiety, and life stresses through holistic healing ( somatic therapy, EMDR, and mindfulness.) I specifically hold space for those in creative, high-stress, and/or public-facing roles.
Are you feeling stuck in past trauma, tending to grief, or facing challenges in your relationships, career, confidence, and/or relationship to your body? I work with individuals—especially women—seeking to heal, reclaim their self-worth, and live more empowered lives. You may be going through life transitions, dealing with emotional wounds, or looking for relief from anxiety and overwhelm. As a yoga, embodiment, and mindfulness teacher for over a decade, I combine mind-body practices to help you find balance, ease, and space to reconnect with yourself. I'm glad you're here. There is a soft, safe place to land.
(786) 244-5639 View (786) 244-5639
Photo of Eben A Oroz, LPC Intern, MA, RMHCI
Eben A Oroz
LPC Intern, MA, RMHCI
1 Endorsed
Miami, FL 33165
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern with over a decade of experience providing mindfulness-based personal and group coaching. Specializes in treating stress, anxiety, grief/loss, and ADD. Combines acceptance-based philosophies, somatic therapies, and meditation techniques to support lasting mental health and personal growth.
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern with over a decade of experience providing mindfulness-based personal and group coaching. Specializes in treating stress, anxiety, grief/loss, and ADD. Combines acceptance-based philosophies, somatic therapies, and meditation techniques to support lasting mental health and personal growth.
(786) 829-7846 View (786) 829-7846
Photo of Wendy Epstein, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Wendy Epstein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Miami, FL 33130
I use proven modalities like CBT, DBT, EMDR, IFS, and somatic therapy, to help with deep transformation.
You’ve been doing everything “right,” and still feel off. You’re smart, self-aware, and incredibly successful from the outside — but on the inside? You’re overwhelmed, stuck in anxious thoughts, feeling disconnected in your relationships, and burned out from always pushing through in your career. You’re tired of carrying so much on your own, and ready for something to actually help. Therapy doesn’t have to feel clinical or cold. In my work, it’s collaborative, empowering, and deeply healing.
I use proven modalities like CBT, DBT, EMDR, IFS, and somatic therapy, to help with deep transformation.
You’ve been doing everything “right,” and still feel off. You’re smart, self-aware, and incredibly successful from the outside — but on the inside? You’re overwhelmed, stuck in anxious thoughts, feeling disconnected in your relationships, and burned out from always pushing through in your career. You’re tired of carrying so much on your own, and ready for something to actually help. Therapy doesn’t have to feel clinical or cold. In my work, it’s collaborative, empowering, and deeply healing.
(786) 980-9286 View (786) 980-9286
Photo of Solange Sabeta, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Solange Sabeta
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Online Only
Hi there, I'm Solange. It's a true honor for me to be a part of your healing journey. I believe strongly in our human need for a listening ear and the healing that comes from it. As a person-centered therapist, I consciously work to see your world through your eyes. This allows room for the safe space necessary to process your unique story. With a flexible approach to therapy, I can use the most effective methods to fit your needs. From coping with life stressors to digging deep, I go at your pace. I currently provide individual counseling to individuals facing challenges such as grief, anxiety, depression, phobias, PTSD and more.
Hi there, I'm Solange. It's a true honor for me to be a part of your healing journey. I believe strongly in our human need for a listening ear and the healing that comes from it. As a person-centered therapist, I consciously work to see your world through your eyes. This allows room for the safe space necessary to process your unique story. With a flexible approach to therapy, I can use the most effective methods to fit your needs. From coping with life stressors to digging deep, I go at your pace. I currently provide individual counseling to individuals facing challenges such as grief, anxiety, depression, phobias, PTSD and more.
(786) 891-4140 View (786) 891-4140
Photo of Frona P Israel - Frona P. Israel, MSW, BBA, Inc., Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, DCFC, SAP, CISD
Frona P. Israel, MSW, BBA, Inc.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, DCFC, SAP, CISD
1 Endorsed
Online Only
With over 30 years of experience, I provide hope to feel less stressed out over personal and work issues, anxious, worried, depressed, and financially strapped. I provide hope to reduce poor concentration, focus, sleepless nights, substance and medication abuse, panic attacks, phobias, or any other personal or professional situations. Have you tried other therapists who "ah ha" and "yes" you without results? Do you listen to Dr. Google, friends, and family who are not helpful? Are you ready to get some real professional help? Virtual counseling keeps everyone safe. Insurances accepted. Hablo Espanol, some Yiddish.
With over 30 years of experience, I provide hope to feel less stressed out over personal and work issues, anxious, worried, depressed, and financially strapped. I provide hope to reduce poor concentration, focus, sleepless nights, substance and medication abuse, panic attacks, phobias, or any other personal or professional situations. Have you tried other therapists who "ah ha" and "yes" you without results? Do you listen to Dr. Google, friends, and family who are not helpful? Are you ready to get some real professional help? Virtual counseling keeps everyone safe. Insurances accepted. Hablo Espanol, some Yiddish.
(954) 532-8691 View (954) 532-8691
Photo of Sari Velar - Embody & Heal: Integrative Somatic Trauma Therapy, Pre-Licensed Professional, MS , SEP, RYT-500, PRYT, C-IAYT
Embody & Heal: Integrative Somatic Trauma Therapy
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS , SEP, RYT-500, PRYT, C-IAYT
Miami, FL 33156
I am a dedicated Integrative Somatic Trauma Therapist specializing in nervous system education and body-based tools for managing dysregulation.
I recognize the impact of trauma in my client's lives and seek to help them embark on a journey of healing and self-discovery. Many of the clients I support are dealing with the effects of past traumas, which may manifest as emotional distress, physical symptoms, or challenges in daily functioning. You may be seeking support for managing body-based distress and are open to exploring body-based tools for healing outside of cognitive therapy. Many of the modalities I use are based on the understanding that trauma is not only a psychological experience but also a physiological one, involving the body's nervous system.
I am a dedicated Integrative Somatic Trauma Therapist specializing in nervous system education and body-based tools for managing dysregulation.
I recognize the impact of trauma in my client's lives and seek to help them embark on a journey of healing and self-discovery. Many of the clients I support are dealing with the effects of past traumas, which may manifest as emotional distress, physical symptoms, or challenges in daily functioning. You may be seeking support for managing body-based distress and are open to exploring body-based tools for healing outside of cognitive therapy. Many of the modalities I use are based on the understanding that trauma is not only a psychological experience but also a physiological one, involving the body's nervous system.
(786) 758-2422 View (786) 758-2422
Photo of Hayden Feinberg, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MS, LMHC, EMDR
Hayden Feinberg
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MS, LMHC, EMDR
7 Endorsed
Miami, FL 33139
You’re tired of feeling this way. Even when you try to rest, your body stays tense—tight chest, racing heart, always “on.” Life looks fine on the outside, but inside you carry the sense that something is wrong with you — so you pull back, stay small, or avoid being seen. It’s hard to be present, and even time with loved ones feels difficult. You find yourself extra sensitive to the moods of others, neglecting your truth for the sake of keeping peace. Relationship patterns keep repeating, even when you promise yourself, "this time will be different." More than anything, you long for relief and connections that feel safe and secure.
You’re tired of feeling this way. Even when you try to rest, your body stays tense—tight chest, racing heart, always “on.” Life looks fine on the outside, but inside you carry the sense that something is wrong with you — so you pull back, stay small, or avoid being seen. It’s hard to be present, and even time with loved ones feels difficult. You find yourself extra sensitive to the moods of others, neglecting your truth for the sake of keeping peace. Relationship patterns keep repeating, even when you promise yourself, "this time will be different." More than anything, you long for relief and connections that feel safe and secure.
(786) 977-2354 View (786) 977-2354
Photo of Rebecca Lima, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Rebecca Lima
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
9 Endorsed
Online Only
My therapeutic approach blends relational, somatic, and trauma-informed methods such as EMDR, Focusing, and the Felt Sense Polyvagal Model.
You’re exhausted. Not just physically, but in that deep, soul-level way that no amount of rest seems to reach. Morning comes, and before the day even begins, it already feels like too much. You move through the motions, showing up for everyone else, even as it feels like you’re holding yourself together by a thread. Your mind may not stop replaying conversations, second-guessing choices, bracing for what’s next. Or perhaps it lives in your body: the tension in your shoulders and chest. Therapy with me isn’t about fixing what’s broken, because you’re not broken. You’re stuck. And together, we can begin to move through.
My therapeutic approach blends relational, somatic, and trauma-informed methods such as EMDR, Focusing, and the Felt Sense Polyvagal Model.
You’re exhausted. Not just physically, but in that deep, soul-level way that no amount of rest seems to reach. Morning comes, and before the day even begins, it already feels like too much. You move through the motions, showing up for everyone else, even as it feels like you’re holding yourself together by a thread. Your mind may not stop replaying conversations, second-guessing choices, bracing for what’s next. Or perhaps it lives in your body: the tension in your shoulders and chest. Therapy with me isn’t about fixing what’s broken, because you’re not broken. You’re stuck. And together, we can begin to move through.
(786) 977-3966 View (786) 977-3966

See more therapy options for Miami

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.