Somatic Therapists in Polk County, FL
You are feeling like you have lost control over your life. You look around and it seems as if your choices are being made for you. When you try to go after what you want, you feel defeated before you can even take the first step. It does not have to be this way.
You are feeling like you have lost control over your life. You look around and it seems as if your choices are being made for you. When you try to go after what you want, you feel defeated before you can even take the first step. It does not have to be this way.
Hi there, I'm Melissa! In uncertain times, it's natural to feel overwhelmed. Your mind and body may interpret these experiences through anxiety, depression, or trauma-related symptoms; responses based on your innate self-protection system. I understand this because, like you, I’m human. I’ve felt it myself and see it every day in the clients I work with. I’m here to tell you that healing doesn’t come from outside of you; it comes from within. Growth is a lifelong journey, and you are exactly where you need to be to take your next step toward healing and self-discovery.
Hi there, I'm Melissa! In uncertain times, it's natural to feel overwhelmed. Your mind and body may interpret these experiences through anxiety, depression, or trauma-related symptoms; responses based on your innate self-protection system. I understand this because, like you, I’m human. I’ve felt it myself and see it every day in the clients I work with. I’m here to tell you that healing doesn’t come from outside of you; it comes from within. Growth is a lifelong journey, and you are exactly where you need to be to take your next step toward healing and self-discovery.
Developing an awareness of autopilot thoughts, emotions, patterns & somatic senses is foundational for perceiving soul/higher dimensional information.
Let’s find you holistic solutions to life’s stressors. Perhaps you simply need natural ways to cope with stress, improve mood/sleep, gain energy, find work-parenting-life balance, mental clarity and focus. But you are a soul living a physical life, and likely have lost touch with this aspect of self and your purpose for being. Anxiety, depression, burnout commonly result. You may no longer resonate with your life, and need more confidence to pursue your highest dreams. Worse, completely lost, you don’t even know who you really are. You wear a mask, feel like an imposter. I can help you feel the real you, often for the first time.
Developing an awareness of autopilot thoughts, emotions, patterns & somatic senses is foundational for perceiving soul/higher dimensional information.
Let’s find you holistic solutions to life’s stressors. Perhaps you simply need natural ways to cope with stress, improve mood/sleep, gain energy, find work-parenting-life balance, mental clarity and focus. But you are a soul living a physical life, and likely have lost touch with this aspect of self and your purpose for being. Anxiety, depression, burnout commonly result. You may no longer resonate with your life, and need more confidence to pursue your highest dreams. Worse, completely lost, you don’t even know who you really are. You wear a mask, feel like an imposter. I can help you feel the real you, often for the first time.
Welcome to my page! I understand that seeking mental health care can feel overwhelming. From trusting your instincts about finding the right fit to believing in your ability to grow and heal, it’s a courageous step forward. I’m passionate about supporting individuals who have experienced trauma or stress in their lives. Recognizing that each person’s journey is unique, I take an integrative approach to therapy, drawing from modalities such as Person-Centered, Narrative, Solution-Focused, and Integrative therapies to tailor the process to each client’s specific needs.
Welcome to my page! I understand that seeking mental health care can feel overwhelming. From trusting your instincts about finding the right fit to believing in your ability to grow and heal, it’s a courageous step forward. I’m passionate about supporting individuals who have experienced trauma or stress in their lives. Recognizing that each person’s journey is unique, I take an integrative approach to therapy, drawing from modalities such as Person-Centered, Narrative, Solution-Focused, and Integrative therapies to tailor the process to each client’s specific needs.
Daniela is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Florida & a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Minnesota. She believes that this healing work is a calling that brings together the best parts of humanity, our resilience, vulnerability, inner strength, and curiosity. As a culturally informed and intergenerational trained counselor; she works with children, teens, young adults, couples, and the elderly of varying backgrounds through a person-centered approach. She is available to the Spanish speaking community as an Ecuadorian native.
Daniela is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Florida & a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Minnesota. She believes that this healing work is a calling that brings together the best parts of humanity, our resilience, vulnerability, inner strength, and curiosity. As a culturally informed and intergenerational trained counselor; she works with children, teens, young adults, couples, and the elderly of varying backgrounds through a person-centered approach. She is available to the Spanish speaking community as an Ecuadorian native.
I utilize mindfulness-based and somatic techniques to help my clients work through whatever challenges they bring to therapy.
I envision a world where all people who have an earnest desire to heal and achieve wellness are able to access the help they need on their journey. I began my career specializing in working with children and adolescents. I have since expanded to working with adults and have experience in helping folks with a number of challenges including anxiety, depression, bipolar, ADHD, Autism spectrum disorders, childhood abuse, trauma, and PTSD. As a professional with over 19 years of experience, I do my best to assess not only the challenges, but also the unique strengths and abilities of my clients to give them the best experience possible.
I utilize mindfulness-based and somatic techniques to help my clients work through whatever challenges they bring to therapy.
I envision a world where all people who have an earnest desire to heal and achieve wellness are able to access the help they need on their journey. I began my career specializing in working with children and adolescents. I have since expanded to working with adults and have experience in helping folks with a number of challenges including anxiety, depression, bipolar, ADHD, Autism spectrum disorders, childhood abuse, trauma, and PTSD. As a professional with over 19 years of experience, I do my best to assess not only the challenges, but also the unique strengths and abilities of my clients to give them the best experience possible.
As a dedicated therapist, I serve individuals who have experienced trauma and are seeking a compassionate, client-centered approach to healing. They may struggle with anxiety, depression, relationships, or PTSD, and are looking for a safe space to process their emotions. Their goal is to find relief from their symptoms, rebuild their sense of self, and move towards a fulfilling and meaningful life.
As a dedicated therapist, I serve individuals who have experienced trauma and are seeking a compassionate, client-centered approach to healing. They may struggle with anxiety, depression, relationships, or PTSD, and are looking for a safe space to process their emotions. Their goal is to find relief from their symptoms, rebuild their sense of self, and move towards a fulfilling and meaningful life.
Are you finding it hard to cope with stress? Uncomfortable with uncertainty? Is your worry interfering with your ability to concentrate, leading to avoidance & procrastination? Maybe you've spent hours scrolling through Psychology Today profiles but froze when it was time to choose one. A part of you would do anything to avoid calling to book this appointment. I get it. But, your untreated anxiety or depression interferes with too many areas of your life—making it harder at work and in relationships. You're isolating because it all feels exhausting and overwhelming. Change is usually challenging for you, but this time, you're ready.
Are you finding it hard to cope with stress? Uncomfortable with uncertainty? Is your worry interfering with your ability to concentrate, leading to avoidance & procrastination? Maybe you've spent hours scrolling through Psychology Today profiles but froze when it was time to choose one. A part of you would do anything to avoid calling to book this appointment. I get it. But, your untreated anxiety or depression interferes with too many areas of your life—making it harder at work and in relationships. You're isolating because it all feels exhausting and overwhelming. Change is usually challenging for you, but this time, you're ready.
The demands of everyday life can be exhausting. Managing all that is on our plate at times feels impossible. You may be experiencing burnout from life circumstances that are challenging, a job that you feel stuck in, the sense of dread you feel every time you go online witnessing the current state of our world. Life is a lot. This may lead to feelings of disconnection in your relationships, becoming uninterested in activities that once brought you joy, and a loss of confidence in groundedness you once felt. Maybe you have been feeling lost, questioning how did this happen and will I ever find myself again?
The demands of everyday life can be exhausting. Managing all that is on our plate at times feels impossible. You may be experiencing burnout from life circumstances that are challenging, a job that you feel stuck in, the sense of dread you feel every time you go online witnessing the current state of our world. Life is a lot. This may lead to feelings of disconnection in your relationships, becoming uninterested in activities that once brought you joy, and a loss of confidence in groundedness you once felt. Maybe you have been feeling lost, questioning how did this happen and will I ever find myself again?
I specialize in working with teens and women navigating anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship challenges, and the lasting impact of trauma. Many of the clients I work with struggle with high-functioning anxiety, self-doubt, people-pleasing, and relationship stress. My goal is to help you feel more confident, emotionally grounded, and secure in who you are. I am committed to providing LGBTQ+ affirming care and creating a space where clients of all identities feel safe, respected, and understood.
I specialize in working with teens and women navigating anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship challenges, and the lasting impact of trauma. Many of the clients I work with struggle with high-functioning anxiety, self-doubt, people-pleasing, and relationship stress. My goal is to help you feel more confident, emotionally grounded, and secure in who you are. I am committed to providing LGBTQ+ affirming care and creating a space where clients of all identities feel safe, respected, and understood.
Life doesn’t have to feel this hard. If anxiety, depression, panic, or past trauma are weighing you down, it’s completely understandable to feel overwhelmed or just plain exhausted. You’re probably doing your best to manage, but maybe things still feel like they’re too much. I get it. This isn’t about needing to "fix" yourself; it’s about discovering ways to handle these challenges so you can grow into a version of yourself that feels stronger and more at peace.
Life doesn’t have to feel this hard. If anxiety, depression, panic, or past trauma are weighing you down, it’s completely understandable to feel overwhelmed or just plain exhausted. You’re probably doing your best to manage, but maybe things still feel like they’re too much. I get it. This isn’t about needing to "fix" yourself; it’s about discovering ways to handle these challenges so you can grow into a version of yourself that feels stronger and more at peace.
My ideal client is a client who is willing to make active changes to their goals. I love working with trauma, grief, narcissistic abuse recovery, and emotional/relational needs.
My ideal client is a client who is willing to make active changes to their goals. I love working with trauma, grief, narcissistic abuse recovery, and emotional/relational needs.
There is no better day than today to make positive changes in your life. I feel that the counseling process is a good first step in making those changes. I have provided individual therapy for the past 35 years. My guiding principal in counseling is to help clients identify their issues and custom fit a plan to address their concerns. I use various counseling techniques, including but not limited to cognitive behavioral therapy, to help clients gain a different perspective and outlook.
There is no better day than today to make positive changes in your life. I feel that the counseling process is a good first step in making those changes. I have provided individual therapy for the past 35 years. My guiding principal in counseling is to help clients identify their issues and custom fit a plan to address their concerns. I use various counseling techniques, including but not limited to cognitive behavioral therapy, to help clients gain a different perspective and outlook.
My ideal clients value relationships and seek to improve them, whether as couples facing communication problems, conflicts, or infidelity, or as individuals struggling with self esteem, sexual concerns, or emotional wounds. They need a safe space for open communication, skill development, and healing. Their goals include rebuilding trust, enhancing intimacy, fostering loving partnerships, improving communication, and achieving personal growth. They want to honor their self and each other. My clients understand the value of professional guidance for more fulfilling and harmonious relationships.
My ideal clients value relationships and seek to improve them, whether as couples facing communication problems, conflicts, or infidelity, or as individuals struggling with self esteem, sexual concerns, or emotional wounds. They need a safe space for open communication, skill development, and healing. Their goals include rebuilding trust, enhancing intimacy, fostering loving partnerships, improving communication, and achieving personal growth. They want to honor their self and each other. My clients understand the value of professional guidance for more fulfilling and harmonious relationships.
Have you been searching for relief from an eating disorder, body image issues, depression, anxiety, or trauma? Are you overwhelmed by negative thoughts and wish you could feel at peace in your mind and your body? I'm here to encourage you as someone who has been there before that there is hope and healing is possible. Reaching out to ask for help is the first step towards reclaiming your life.
Have you been searching for relief from an eating disorder, body image issues, depression, anxiety, or trauma? Are you overwhelmed by negative thoughts and wish you could feel at peace in your mind and your body? I'm here to encourage you as someone who has been there before that there is hope and healing is possible. Reaching out to ask for help is the first step towards reclaiming your life.
We all have moments in life when circumstances just become overwhelming. Most often we bounce back on our own & get back to a state of normalcy. However, there are times when life throws so much at us, it is more than we can handle on our own. It takes such a toll on our emotional and physical health that we can't seem to just ‘shake it off.’ In these times, we often struggle to find effective treatment that will get us recalibrated and back to living our best lives. At Body Psychology, we believe in nurturing both the mind and body, providing tailored support to help our clients achieve balance, healing & lasting well-being.
We all have moments in life when circumstances just become overwhelming. Most often we bounce back on our own & get back to a state of normalcy. However, there are times when life throws so much at us, it is more than we can handle on our own. It takes such a toll on our emotional and physical health that we can't seem to just ‘shake it off.’ In these times, we often struggle to find effective treatment that will get us recalibrated and back to living our best lives. At Body Psychology, we believe in nurturing both the mind and body, providing tailored support to help our clients achieve balance, healing & lasting well-being.
Together, we'll bring what's troubling you into the light and start doing things differently. I specialize in trauma resolution and the effect trauma has on the body, mind and conception of self. Trauma effects can show up in a spectrum of physical, emotional and mental symptoms- anxiety, depression, OCD, chronic pain, pornography addiction, over working, alcohol, drugs, etc. I'm here to show you the way out of what has been holding you back from being the most genuine and free version of yourself.
Together, we'll bring what's troubling you into the light and start doing things differently. I specialize in trauma resolution and the effect trauma has on the body, mind and conception of self. Trauma effects can show up in a spectrum of physical, emotional and mental symptoms- anxiety, depression, OCD, chronic pain, pornography addiction, over working, alcohol, drugs, etc. I'm here to show you the way out of what has been holding you back from being the most genuine and free version of yourself.
I am a licensed mental health counselor with over 6 years of experience providing mental health services to individuals from widely diverse backgrounds, with varying symptoms and diagnoses. Throughout the past couple of years, I have been predominately working with women (adults and teens) who experience anxiety, trauma/PTSD, mood disorders, and interpersonal and intrapersonal challenges. While many of the clients I support have experienced trauma, particularly in some form of abuse, I am equipped to work with clients with a wide range of additional concerns, as well.
I am a licensed mental health counselor with over 6 years of experience providing mental health services to individuals from widely diverse backgrounds, with varying symptoms and diagnoses. Throughout the past couple of years, I have been predominately working with women (adults and teens) who experience anxiety, trauma/PTSD, mood disorders, and interpersonal and intrapersonal challenges. While many of the clients I support have experienced trauma, particularly in some form of abuse, I am equipped to work with clients with a wide range of additional concerns, as well.
When you're stuck in the same painful arguments, feeling disconnected from someone you love, carrying the weight of burnout, or trying to navigate challenges in your family, any of it can feel exhausting. Relationships affect every part of our lives. When those struggle, work feels harder, life feels heavier, and it's difficult to enjoy what you've worked so hard to build. I help couples, individuals, and professionals work through life's difficult challenges to create meaningful, lasting change. Together, we'll strengthen communication, trust and connection, and develop healthier relationships—with others and with yourself.
When you're stuck in the same painful arguments, feeling disconnected from someone you love, carrying the weight of burnout, or trying to navigate challenges in your family, any of it can feel exhausting. Relationships affect every part of our lives. When those struggle, work feels harder, life feels heavier, and it's difficult to enjoy what you've worked so hard to build. I help couples, individuals, and professionals work through life's difficult challenges to create meaningful, lasting change. Together, we'll strengthen communication, trust and connection, and develop healthier relationships—with others and with yourself.
Are you someone who frequently worries and wrestles with anxiety, particularly in your relationships with others? Do you struggle with feelings of being less than worthy, leading you to give a lot more of yourself in hopes of feeling validated? If so, I specialize in helping individuals like you improve their relationship with themselves, get untangled from societal expectations, learn to navigate their anxiety, get empowered to set boundaries, put yourself first and find fulfillment in healthier, more balanced connections with others.
Are you someone who frequently worries and wrestles with anxiety, particularly in your relationships with others? Do you struggle with feelings of being less than worthy, leading you to give a lot more of yourself in hopes of feeling validated? If so, I specialize in helping individuals like you improve their relationship with themselves, get untangled from societal expectations, learn to navigate their anxiety, get empowered to set boundaries, put yourself first and find fulfillment in healthier, more balanced connections with others.
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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.