Somatic Therapists in Tampa, FL
My ideal client is insightful, high-functioning, and exhausted. They’ve survived trauma, lived in hypervigilance, or carried perfectionism like armor. They want to feel calm in their own body and connected to themselves and others. They crave clarity, deeper rest, and a sense of authenticity—not just coping, but thriving with intention.
My ideal client is insightful, high-functioning, and exhausted. They’ve survived trauma, lived in hypervigilance, or carried perfectionism like armor. They want to feel calm in their own body and connected to themselves and others. They crave clarity, deeper rest, and a sense of authenticity—not just coping, but thriving with intention.
Maybe you are struggling with things that happened in your past that are keeping you from living a full life. Maybe you have been feeling lost or overwhelmed due to difficult situations or relationships. Maybe you have been feeling isolated, lonely, or just simply not like yourself lately. If you are going through any of these hard things or the other difficulties of life, I send you loving-kindness. I love being able to compassionately support people like you who want to see meaningful and noticeable changes in how they view themselves and the world around them so they can stop being in survival mode, and finally just start living.
Maybe you are struggling with things that happened in your past that are keeping you from living a full life. Maybe you have been feeling lost or overwhelmed due to difficult situations or relationships. Maybe you have been feeling isolated, lonely, or just simply not like yourself lately. If you are going through any of these hard things or the other difficulties of life, I send you loving-kindness. I love being able to compassionately support people like you who want to see meaningful and noticeable changes in how they view themselves and the world around them so they can stop being in survival mode, and finally just start living.
Specializing in treatment using Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Radically Open DBT (RO-DBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Somatic Integration and Processing (SIP) and Internal Family Systems (IFS), we believe mental health for all ages includes emotional/mental flexibility, openness, and healthy social connection.
We have extensive experience in working with trauma & PTSD, body dysmorphia, survivors of narcissistic abuse, psychosis and disorders on the schizophrenia spectrum, anxiety/depressive disorders, neurodivergence, personality disorders, mood and dissociative disorders, relationship issues, and personal growth/life transitional challenges & sports performance.
Specializing in treatment using Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Radically Open DBT (RO-DBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Somatic Integration and Processing (SIP) and Internal Family Systems (IFS), we believe mental health for all ages includes emotional/mental flexibility, openness, and healthy social connection.
We have extensive experience in working with trauma & PTSD, body dysmorphia, survivors of narcissistic abuse, psychosis and disorders on the schizophrenia spectrum, anxiety/depressive disorders, neurodivergence, personality disorders, mood and dissociative disorders, relationship issues, and personal growth/life transitional challenges & sports performance.
Has life felt overwhelming recently? Do you feel the weight of the world on your shoulders? Are you struggling to keep it all together? You are not alone! I am here to help you overcome life’s stressors and expand your resilience to create the life you have always wanted to live. At Vita Bella Therapy, you will gain fresh perspective, a deeper understanding of who you are and explore creative ways of navigating through whatever life decides to throw your way. Let's get you living a beautiful life!
Has life felt overwhelming recently? Do you feel the weight of the world on your shoulders? Are you struggling to keep it all together? You are not alone! I am here to help you overcome life’s stressors and expand your resilience to create the life you have always wanted to live. At Vita Bella Therapy, you will gain fresh perspective, a deeper understanding of who you are and explore creative ways of navigating through whatever life decides to throw your way. Let's get you living a beautiful life!
I weave practical tools like mindfulness and somatic awareness with deeper exploration informed by attachment, EMDR, and parts work to support lasting change.
Many people who come to therapy understand things logically, yet their reactions feel stronger than they want them to be. You might notice yourself getting emotionally triggered, repeating patterns in relationships, or feeling overwhelmed even when part of you knows things should be manageable. Often this happens because past experiences continue to influence how we respond today. I work with individuals and couples to understand these patterns and develop healthier ways of responding. Many people I work with are navigating life transitions, including midlife, when emotions and relationship patterns can feel very intense.
I weave practical tools like mindfulness and somatic awareness with deeper exploration informed by attachment, EMDR, and parts work to support lasting change.
Many people who come to therapy understand things logically, yet their reactions feel stronger than they want them to be. You might notice yourself getting emotionally triggered, repeating patterns in relationships, or feeling overwhelmed even when part of you knows things should be manageable. Often this happens because past experiences continue to influence how we respond today. I work with individuals and couples to understand these patterns and develop healthier ways of responding. Many people I work with are navigating life transitions, including midlife, when emotions and relationship patterns can feel very intense.
Heather K Wilson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, QS
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
We all carry invisible baggage. For some, it’s a small carry-on; for others, it feels like a five-piece luggage set packed with trauma, self-doubt, other people’s expectations, and lingering guilt. Over time, that weight can shape how you see yourself, your relationships, and what you believe is possible. I offer a compassionate, supportive space to help you unpack these experiences, gain insight, and release what no longer serves you—so you can begin to travel lighter, with greater clarity, confidence, and emotional freedom.
We all carry invisible baggage. For some, it’s a small carry-on; for others, it feels like a five-piece luggage set packed with trauma, self-doubt, other people’s expectations, and lingering guilt. Over time, that weight can shape how you see yourself, your relationships, and what you believe is possible. I offer a compassionate, supportive space to help you unpack these experiences, gain insight, and release what no longer serves you—so you can begin to travel lighter, with greater clarity, confidence, and emotional freedom.
It is brave and difficult to reach out for help. I provide a welcoming space for you as a compassionate listener. Using an eclectic style combining a number of modalities we discover what works for you. I listen and get to know you; both your dreams and your struggles. You may feel limited by and stuck in repeating patterns that are not working anymore. It is hard to find the way when pain clouds your every day. Sometimes it is helpful to start here; right where you are. I find that the here and the now are full of wisdom if we learn to listen.
It is brave and difficult to reach out for help. I provide a welcoming space for you as a compassionate listener. Using an eclectic style combining a number of modalities we discover what works for you. I listen and get to know you; both your dreams and your struggles. You may feel limited by and stuck in repeating patterns that are not working anymore. It is hard to find the way when pain clouds your every day. Sometimes it is helpful to start here; right where you are. I find that the here and the now are full of wisdom if we learn to listen.
It's giving book-smart meets real-life experience! I consider myself to be a highly eclectic therapist with unique understandings of various walks of life. I have deep recognition and understanding for those with various needs and lifestyles, including but not limited to LGBTQIA, Sex Workers, Entrepreneurs, Artists, Athletes, Performers, Single Parents, Teens, and Children, and I love working with Families! I am solution-focused in my approach and encourage acceptance of emotions and learning to "sit with" difficult feelings. I believe humor and comfort are important in the therapeutic relationship.
It's giving book-smart meets real-life experience! I consider myself to be a highly eclectic therapist with unique understandings of various walks of life. I have deep recognition and understanding for those with various needs and lifestyles, including but not limited to LGBTQIA, Sex Workers, Entrepreneurs, Artists, Athletes, Performers, Single Parents, Teens, and Children, and I love working with Families! I am solution-focused in my approach and encourage acceptance of emotions and learning to "sit with" difficult feelings. I believe humor and comfort are important in the therapeutic relationship.
Hello! If you’ve made it this far, I already know something important about you: you’re curious about feeling better even if you're not totally sure where to start. I get it. Opening up to a stranger can feel intimidating especially when life feels overwhelming. I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, grief, identity, and complicated family/cultural dynamics. My style is warm, real, and grounded in the belief that you already carry the strength and wisdom to navigate your path. Therapy with me is more real talk, and less robot nodding. So, bring your whole self and I’ll bring curiosity, care and a few laughs... deal?
Hello! If you’ve made it this far, I already know something important about you: you’re curious about feeling better even if you're not totally sure where to start. I get it. Opening up to a stranger can feel intimidating especially when life feels overwhelming. I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, grief, identity, and complicated family/cultural dynamics. My style is warm, real, and grounded in the belief that you already carry the strength and wisdom to navigate your path. Therapy with me is more real talk, and less robot nodding. So, bring your whole self and I’ll bring curiosity, care and a few laughs... deal?
Accepting new clients! It is my goal to help people reach their goals and score those internal 'touchdowns' in life. Let me help you get back in the game! Traditionally, I have a background in business, sales, and coaching. However, after success in that career, I decided to switch things up and pursue my true passion! I have always volunteered and provided my version of social work to the community because I was that kid who needed that help growing up. I love talking and listening to people, so I returned to school to pursue my passion for it.
Accepting new clients! It is my goal to help people reach their goals and score those internal 'touchdowns' in life. Let me help you get back in the game! Traditionally, I have a background in business, sales, and coaching. However, after success in that career, I decided to switch things up and pursue my true passion! I have always volunteered and provided my version of social work to the community because I was that kid who needed that help growing up. I love talking and listening to people, so I returned to school to pursue my passion for it.
I know it takes courage to reach out to a complete stranger, but let me assure you I won’t feel like a stranger after the first few minutes. The clients I work with are functioning. They are managing work and responsibilities. Things look fine to everyone around them, but they have lost their footing. Their life no longer looks the way it was supposed to. Some come alone. Some come with a partner or their family. What they share is that they are ready to stop managing the gap between how things look and how things feel. I work with adults, couples, and families in South Tampa and online across Florida.
I know it takes courage to reach out to a complete stranger, but let me assure you I won’t feel like a stranger after the first few minutes. The clients I work with are functioning. They are managing work and responsibilities. Things look fine to everyone around them, but they have lost their footing. Their life no longer looks the way it was supposed to. Some come alone. Some come with a partner or their family. What they share is that they are ready to stop managing the gap between how things look and how things feel. I work with adults, couples, and families in South Tampa and online across Florida.
Catalyst Center for Change LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CAP, CST, CSAT-S
6 Endorsed
Tampa, FL 33609
Erin Grupp, LCSW, founded Catalyst Center for Change LLC with her husband Scott Grupp, LMHC, to provide powerfully effective customized therapy for individuals, couples and families. Erin is a Certified Addiction Professional, Certified Emotionally Focused Couple Therapist, Certified Sex Therapist, CSAT Therapist & Supervisor, Certified Clinical Trauma Resolution Therapist and a Psychodramatist (PAT.) Catalyst provides 3-Day Intensives for couples looking to restore relationships after betrayal and/or sexual addiction (polygraph can be included.) Catalyst also offers customized Individual or Couple Intensives; please inquire.
Erin Grupp, LCSW, founded Catalyst Center for Change LLC with her husband Scott Grupp, LMHC, to provide powerfully effective customized therapy for individuals, couples and families. Erin is a Certified Addiction Professional, Certified Emotionally Focused Couple Therapist, Certified Sex Therapist, CSAT Therapist & Supervisor, Certified Clinical Trauma Resolution Therapist and a Psychodramatist (PAT.) Catalyst provides 3-Day Intensives for couples looking to restore relationships after betrayal and/or sexual addiction (polygraph can be included.) Catalyst also offers customized Individual or Couple Intensives; please inquire.
Another fight. Another moment where things didn’t go the way you meant them to. You tell yourself you’ll handle it differently—but in the moment, you react in ways you don’t fully understand. This isn’t how you want to show up—but it’s starting to feel like a pattern you can’t break. Because my practice is focused on women, I keep a smaller caseload so I can stay deeply focused on your patterns—not just your symptoms. Using CBT and DBT, you’ll learn to clearly understand and express your needs, thoughts, and emotions so you can respond more intentionally in the moments—and in the relationships—that matter most to you.
Another fight. Another moment where things didn’t go the way you meant them to. You tell yourself you’ll handle it differently—but in the moment, you react in ways you don’t fully understand. This isn’t how you want to show up—but it’s starting to feel like a pattern you can’t break. Because my practice is focused on women, I keep a smaller caseload so I can stay deeply focused on your patterns—not just your symptoms. Using CBT and DBT, you’ll learn to clearly understand and express your needs, thoughts, and emotions so you can respond more intentionally in the moments—and in the relationships—that matter most to you.
Do you feel stuck? Long for peace, balance, or happiness? Are fear, guilt, or shame getting in the way? We all have inner strengths and resources that can support healing and growth. As an LCSW with 20+ years in healthcare and providing psychotherapy since 2019, I’ve helped individuals, couples, and groups navigate anxiety, loss, chronic illness, and trauma. My approach integrates mind-body modalities to address challenges holistically. Together, we’ll build self-awareness, compassion, and emotional freedom. I offer a safe, supportive space to explore your inner world and reconnect with who you truly are.
Do you feel stuck? Long for peace, balance, or happiness? Are fear, guilt, or shame getting in the way? We all have inner strengths and resources that can support healing and growth. As an LCSW with 20+ years in healthcare and providing psychotherapy since 2019, I’ve helped individuals, couples, and groups navigate anxiety, loss, chronic illness, and trauma. My approach integrates mind-body modalities to address challenges holistically. Together, we’ll build self-awareness, compassion, and emotional freedom. I offer a safe, supportive space to explore your inner world and reconnect with who you truly are.
I am a Christian-based therapist interested in listening and can provide that space for you. I am a military veteran with experience working with clients from all walks of life. Talk therapy can be beneficial to our self-care. We all need to feel like we are cared for and about. Deciding to attend therapy is courageous, and I will walk through this journey with you. I enjoy working with teenagers, young adults, and adults dealing with Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, OCD, and Narrcisstic Victim abuse. I also work with couples in Marriage and Family Therapy who are experiencing unique challenges. I additionally provide ESA letters.
I am a Christian-based therapist interested in listening and can provide that space for you. I am a military veteran with experience working with clients from all walks of life. Talk therapy can be beneficial to our self-care. We all need to feel like we are cared for and about. Deciding to attend therapy is courageous, and I will walk through this journey with you. I enjoy working with teenagers, young adults, and adults dealing with Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, OCD, and Narrcisstic Victim abuse. I also work with couples in Marriage and Family Therapy who are experiencing unique challenges. I additionally provide ESA letters.
It's giving book-smart meets real life experience! I consider myself to be a highly eclectic therapist with unique understandings for various walks of life. I take a client-centered approach with a very down-to-earth and straight forward communication style. I am solution-focused in my approach and encourage acceptance of emotions and learning to "sit with" difficult feelings..
I believe humor and comfortability is important in the therapeutic relationship.
It's giving book-smart meets real life experience! I consider myself to be a highly eclectic therapist with unique understandings for various walks of life. I take a client-centered approach with a very down-to-earth and straight forward communication style. I am solution-focused in my approach and encourage acceptance of emotions and learning to "sit with" difficult feelings..
I believe humor and comfortability is important in the therapeutic relationship.
Are you struggling with trauma, depression, or anxiety? Do challenging relationships affect your daily happiness and ability to build trust? Do you feel trapped, overwhelmed, on edge, lost, or lonely because of the thoughts of never growing through your life trauma and hardships. Do you question if you will ever move on in life? You’re not alone. Now more than ever, people are feeling uncertain about moving from past trauma and on to building healthy connections.
Are you struggling with trauma, depression, or anxiety? Do challenging relationships affect your daily happiness and ability to build trust? Do you feel trapped, overwhelmed, on edge, lost, or lonely because of the thoughts of never growing through your life trauma and hardships. Do you question if you will ever move on in life? You’re not alone. Now more than ever, people are feeling uncertain about moving from past trauma and on to building healthy connections.
Life is complex!
Relationships can lift us up—or leave us feeling confused, disconnected, or stuck. You might be carrying tension you can’t quite name or caught in patterns that keep repeating themselves.
I’ll help you untangle what’s weighing you down and strengthen the parts of you that are ready to thrive. Together, we’ll clear the noise so you can create a life that feels more grounded, connected, and your own!
Life is complex!
Relationships can lift us up—or leave us feeling confused, disconnected, or stuck. You might be carrying tension you can’t quite name or caught in patterns that keep repeating themselves.
I’ll help you untangle what’s weighing you down and strengthen the parts of you that are ready to thrive. Together, we’ll clear the noise so you can create a life that feels more grounded, connected, and your own!
Are you or your child struggling to manage emotions or having a hard time paying attention work/school? I am here to help! I am a Registered Clinical Social Worker Intern; Masters in Social Work graduate from Florida State University. I have spent most of my career in the child welfare system assisting a very vulnerable population navigate an extremely challenging time. As a licensed foster parent I have gained a unique experience working with children and teens; but also parenting alongside biological parents to better understand their child’s specific needs.
Are you or your child struggling to manage emotions or having a hard time paying attention work/school? I am here to help! I am a Registered Clinical Social Worker Intern; Masters in Social Work graduate from Florida State University. I have spent most of my career in the child welfare system assisting a very vulnerable population navigate an extremely challenging time. As a licensed foster parent I have gained a unique experience working with children and teens; but also parenting alongside biological parents to better understand their child’s specific needs.
My ideal client is someone who wants to feel more like themselves again, or maybe for the first time. They may be struggling with anxiety, depression, body image, shame, or identity changes. Often, they feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected, knowing something isn’t quite right but not always having the words for it.
My ideal client is someone who wants to feel more like themselves again, or maybe for the first time. They may be struggling with anxiety, depression, body image, shame, or identity changes. Often, they feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected, knowing something isn’t quite right but not always having the words for it.
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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.