Somatic Therapists in Hanover, MD
Chernavia Miller-Hollingsworth
Counselor, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Hanover, MD 21076 (Online Only)
Looking for a space that feels safe enough to talk and work through your struggles with support and connection? To better understand yourself, your patterns, practice new, healthy ways of being and coping? What about being able to trust yourself, have your emotions validated and supported, explore relational strategies that can serve you better? As a Black woman & licensed BIPOC therapist, I am deeply in tune with how culture can shape our relationships with ourselves and experiences with anxiety, depression, and trauma. For this reason, I incorporate mind-body/ somatic therapy techniques to support healing.
Looking for a space that feels safe enough to talk and work through your struggles with support and connection? To better understand yourself, your patterns, practice new, healthy ways of being and coping? What about being able to trust yourself, have your emotions validated and supported, explore relational strategies that can serve you better? As a Black woman & licensed BIPOC therapist, I am deeply in tune with how culture can shape our relationships with ourselves and experiences with anxiety, depression, and trauma. For this reason, I incorporate mind-body/ somatic therapy techniques to support healing.
I specialize in trauma-informed care and somatic therapy.
Ideally, I'd treat clients with a trauma history. Someone with a mixture of short and long term trauma. My ideal client is eager to learn and wants to find a way to become their own safe space. Someone who wants to learn how to set and maintain healthy boundaries, find out their triggers, and treat themselves with patience.
I specialize in trauma-informed care and somatic therapy.
Ideally, I'd treat clients with a trauma history. Someone with a mixture of short and long term trauma. My ideal client is eager to learn and wants to find a way to become their own safe space. Someone who wants to learn how to set and maintain healthy boundaries, find out their triggers, and treat themselves with patience.
Tyeesha Whitby
Counselor, LCPC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hanover, MD 21076 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome and congrats on taking the leap to find the right therapist for you! If you are an individual in your 20s or 30s who may have a history of trauma or difficult life experiences (during earlier life or more recently) and believe that your current struggles may be related to these unprocessed events, I am here to help. I will work alongside you to help you develop a renewed perspective on how these events may be contributing to current symptoms such as: depression, anxiety, PTSD, mood changes, difficulty managing or expressing emotions, self-esteem struggles, and/or ongoing problems in your relationships.
Welcome and congrats on taking the leap to find the right therapist for you! If you are an individual in your 20s or 30s who may have a history of trauma or difficult life experiences (during earlier life or more recently) and believe that your current struggles may be related to these unprocessed events, I am here to help. I will work alongside you to help you develop a renewed perspective on how these events may be contributing to current symptoms such as: depression, anxiety, PTSD, mood changes, difficulty managing or expressing emotions, self-esteem struggles, and/or ongoing problems in your relationships.
Holestine Aiken
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hanover, MD 21076 (Online Only)
Looking for someone to talk to? There is no need to continue suffering in silence! Help is available! SOLUTIONS may be your answer to relationship issues, depression and other mood disorders. Other problems such as chronic stress, incessant worrying, low self-esteem, social anxiety, substance abuse, chronic mental illness, anxiety and adjustment disorders are also a major focus of my practice. Whether the problems that you are encountering are the result of a temporary stressor, or related to more long-term problems, therapy can help and I look forward to working with you. I work with adults, adolescents, families and couples.
Looking for someone to talk to? There is no need to continue suffering in silence! Help is available! SOLUTIONS may be your answer to relationship issues, depression and other mood disorders. Other problems such as chronic stress, incessant worrying, low self-esteem, social anxiety, substance abuse, chronic mental illness, anxiety and adjustment disorders are also a major focus of my practice. Whether the problems that you are encountering are the result of a temporary stressor, or related to more long-term problems, therapy can help and I look forward to working with you. I work with adults, adolescents, families and couples.
Keisha Lynne Broyles
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Hanover, MD 21076
Not accepting new clients
I bring a wealth of experience in working with vulnerable populations across various arenas of struggle. I utilize a humanistic and strengths-based approach that evokes the power within my clients to change and heal. I believe that every individual has the ability to become successful with the right combination of care. We are more resilient than we realize. We will turn your setbacks into comebacks! I am committed to work with you in the areas of trauma, grief and loss, communication and relationship difficulties, stress management, to name just a few common areas of need.
I bring a wealth of experience in working with vulnerable populations across various arenas of struggle. I utilize a humanistic and strengths-based approach that evokes the power within my clients to change and heal. I believe that every individual has the ability to become successful with the right combination of care. We are more resilient than we realize. We will turn your setbacks into comebacks! I am committed to work with you in the areas of trauma, grief and loss, communication and relationship difficulties, stress management, to name just a few common areas of need.
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I tend to work from a variety of perspectives based in attachment theory, Polyvagal Theory, the Structural Dissociation model, parts work/IFS, somatic modalities, mindfulness and self compassion.
You’re overwhelmed, exhausted and burnt out. You’re trying your best and it never feels like enough. Things are getting on top of you. You worry you’re missing something. You just need some help. Or a break. When you rest or take time for yourself, you end up scrolling on social media or watching tv. You don’t rest; you check out. You’re snapping at everyone and feel frustrated all the time. You worry about being an angry person now. Your rage scares you. You haven’t felt like yourself in a long time. It feels like you’re failing or that everything could fall to pieces. It feels like you might fall apart.
I tend to work from a variety of perspectives based in attachment theory, Polyvagal Theory, the Structural Dissociation model, parts work/IFS, somatic modalities, mindfulness and self compassion.
You’re overwhelmed, exhausted and burnt out. You’re trying your best and it never feels like enough. Things are getting on top of you. You worry you’re missing something. You just need some help. Or a break. When you rest or take time for yourself, you end up scrolling on social media or watching tv. You don’t rest; you check out. You’re snapping at everyone and feel frustrated all the time. You worry about being an angry person now. Your rage scares you. You haven’t felt like yourself in a long time. It feels like you’re failing or that everything could fall to pieces. It feels like you might fall apart.
Ashley Chookazian
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Catonsville, MD 21228 (Online Only)
My background includes using somatic therapy, nervous system regulation, & narrative therapy helps us align the mind & body into harmony.
I believe in the power of the mind-body connection to heal and transform. In my practice, I integrate somatic therapy, attachment theory, and nervous system regulation to help clients reduce anxiety and cultivate a deeper sense of self-awareness and well-being. Your own exhaustion might feel like you are becoming removed from your loved one and just going through the motions. Some days it’s an effort to do the simplest tasks, and even a full night of sleep won’t take care of how you feel. Are you ready to let joy into your life again? In therapy we will help make sense of your emotions while lessen fear, guilt, and anxiety.
My background includes using somatic therapy, nervous system regulation, & narrative therapy helps us align the mind & body into harmony.
I believe in the power of the mind-body connection to heal and transform. In my practice, I integrate somatic therapy, attachment theory, and nervous system regulation to help clients reduce anxiety and cultivate a deeper sense of self-awareness and well-being. Your own exhaustion might feel like you are becoming removed from your loved one and just going through the motions. Some days it’s an effort to do the simplest tasks, and even a full night of sleep won’t take care of how you feel. Are you ready to let joy into your life again? In therapy we will help make sense of your emotions while lessen fear, guilt, and anxiety.
Tanory Ateek
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMSW, MA, RYT-200
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21201 (Online Only)
I am trained in EMDR, Somatic Experiencing (Intermediate II), Trauma Focused CBT, Relationship Enhancement Therapy, & MBSR.
I'm Tanory (she/they) & I am an EMDR and Somatic Experiencing trained therapist. I love working collaboratively with people who want to feel more whole, purposeful & alive in their lives. I work in creative, relational & evidence-based ways to help you transform a variety of issues. I specialize in working with any mental health issue that may be tied to trauma or complex trauma. The therapy techniques used do not require the retelling/re-experiencing of trauma to heal. Your natural inner strength will become more available to support you through whatever life brings, as we work gently and curiously with your unique nervous system.
I am trained in EMDR, Somatic Experiencing (Intermediate II), Trauma Focused CBT, Relationship Enhancement Therapy, & MBSR.
I'm Tanory (she/they) & I am an EMDR and Somatic Experiencing trained therapist. I love working collaboratively with people who want to feel more whole, purposeful & alive in their lives. I work in creative, relational & evidence-based ways to help you transform a variety of issues. I specialize in working with any mental health issue that may be tied to trauma or complex trauma. The therapy techniques used do not require the retelling/re-experiencing of trauma to heal. Your natural inner strength will become more available to support you through whatever life brings, as we work gently and curiously with your unique nervous system.
I know that each person I work with is unique, so I draw upon a range of modalities including attachment-based therapies and somatic practices.
I believe one of the most healing things we can do is understand our stories and how it affects our everyday life and relationships. These experiences can manifest in different ways such as anxiety, emotional numbness, or relationship challenges. The clients I work with have oftentimes experienced complex relational traumas in childhood and dysfunctional family dynamics. Through these difficult experiences, we develop coping strategies and protective behaviors, which may no longer be serving you.
I know that each person I work with is unique, so I draw upon a range of modalities including attachment-based therapies and somatic practices.
I believe one of the most healing things we can do is understand our stories and how it affects our everyday life and relationships. These experiences can manifest in different ways such as anxiety, emotional numbness, or relationship challenges. The clients I work with have oftentimes experienced complex relational traumas in childhood and dysfunctional family dynamics. Through these difficult experiences, we develop coping strategies and protective behaviors, which may no longer be serving you.
I specialize in trauma-informed care and somatic therapy.
Ideally, I'd treat clients with a trauma history. Someone with a mixture of short and long term trauma. My ideal client is eager to learn and wants to find a way to become their own safe space. Someone who wants to learn how to set and maintain healthy boundaries, find out their triggers, and treat themselves with patience.
I specialize in trauma-informed care and somatic therapy.
Ideally, I'd treat clients with a trauma history. Someone with a mixture of short and long term trauma. My ideal client is eager to learn and wants to find a way to become their own safe space. Someone who wants to learn how to set and maintain healthy boundaries, find out their triggers, and treat themselves with patience.
Kate Goodell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbia, MD 21044 (Online Only)
Kate invites each client to welcome and honor all parts of the self, including both the wounded and unwounded parts, acknowledging the pain carried by wounded parts of self. She uses various interventions to balance the nervous system, fostering mindful reactions to life events. She champions the body's inherent wisdom and supports embodiment for wholeness. Breathwork techniques help release deeply-held emotions from stressful experiences. Her practice integrates various therapeutic approaches like Polyvagal Theory, EMDR, BBTRS, Somatic Therapy, Sound Healing, Parts Work, Mind-Body Therapies, and Psychodynamic Therapy.
Kate invites each client to welcome and honor all parts of the self, including both the wounded and unwounded parts, acknowledging the pain carried by wounded parts of self. She uses various interventions to balance the nervous system, fostering mindful reactions to life events. She champions the body's inherent wisdom and supports embodiment for wholeness. Breathwork techniques help release deeply-held emotions from stressful experiences. Her practice integrates various therapeutic approaches like Polyvagal Theory, EMDR, BBTRS, Somatic Therapy, Sound Healing, Parts Work, Mind-Body Therapies, and Psychodynamic Therapy.
Amaris Gale
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Glen Burnie, MD 21060 (Online Only)
Through trauma informed talk, somatic and music therapy I offer an integrative approach to healing, growth and change.
Dealing with the stress and sadness of the highs and lows life brings can be paralyzing. That is, when you don’t have someone to help support you through it all. Whether you’re an individual struggling to work through difficult emotions, anxious about the future or trying to overcome a relationship disappointment I’m here to help.
Through trauma informed talk, somatic and music therapy I offer an integrative approach to healing, growth and change.
Dealing with the stress and sadness of the highs and lows life brings can be paralyzing. That is, when you don’t have someone to help support you through it all. Whether you’re an individual struggling to work through difficult emotions, anxious about the future or trying to overcome a relationship disappointment I’m here to help.
Germaine Whitehead
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Annapolis Juncti, MD 20701
Using a combination of Motivational Interviewing and Somatic Therapy, I help clients explore their inner experiences and move toward meaningful change.
As a therapist, I am committed to fostering a warm and supportive environment where clients can feel truly seen and heard. My therapeutic approach is rooted in building authentic rapport, where empathy, active reflection, and deep understanding are the foundations of our work together. I specialize in working with individuals facing challenges such as substance use disorders, employment-related trauma, depression, and grief, and I bring a compassionate, non-judgmental perspective to each session.
Using a combination of Motivational Interviewing and Somatic Therapy, I help clients explore their inner experiences and move toward meaningful change.
As a therapist, I am committed to fostering a warm and supportive environment where clients can feel truly seen and heard. My therapeutic approach is rooted in building authentic rapport, where empathy, active reflection, and deep understanding are the foundations of our work together. I specialize in working with individuals facing challenges such as substance use disorders, employment-related trauma, depression, and grief, and I bring a compassionate, non-judgmental perspective to each session.
Jennifer Manning Plassnig & Associates, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, SEP, ACHt
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ellicott City, MD 21042
We specialize in Somatic Experiencing, Hypnosis, EMDR, Art Therapy, Emotional Freedom Technique, Process Acupressure, and Emotion Code.
To be human is to feel great joy, as well as have times of pain. Sometimes along the way, we may need support to address and re-balance the difficult and joyful aspects of our daily life. I listen closely to the needs and experiences of each individual and support his or her unique ability to heal. I believe that each of us has the intrinsic capacity to recognize how to grow in a healthy way. My approach to treatment is grounded in the belief that each person possesses innate, inner resources that they can use to heal, grow, and thrive.
We specialize in Somatic Experiencing, Hypnosis, EMDR, Art Therapy, Emotional Freedom Technique, Process Acupressure, and Emotion Code.
To be human is to feel great joy, as well as have times of pain. Sometimes along the way, we may need support to address and re-balance the difficult and joyful aspects of our daily life. I listen closely to the needs and experiences of each individual and support his or her unique ability to heal. I believe that each of us has the intrinsic capacity to recognize how to grow in a healthy way. My approach to treatment is grounded in the belief that each person possesses innate, inner resources that they can use to heal, grow, and thrive.
Denisha Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, SEP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ellicott City, MD 21042 (Online Only)
I specialize in Somatic Experiencing, a therapeutic approach that honors the profound connection between your body and mind.
You are a strong, accomplished woman, but the weight of your past still lingers. As a professional woman of color, you've navigated the challenges of life with resilience, yet the scars of childhood trauma sometimes feel like they hold you back from living fully. You might find yourself struggling with anxiety, depression, or a sense of disconnection from who you truly are. Know this: you are not alone, and there is a path to healing. My practice is dedicated to helping women like you—women who have survived developmental and sexual trauma, and who are ready to reclaim their lives from the grip of PTSD.
I specialize in Somatic Experiencing, a therapeutic approach that honors the profound connection between your body and mind.
You are a strong, accomplished woman, but the weight of your past still lingers. As a professional woman of color, you've navigated the challenges of life with resilience, yet the scars of childhood trauma sometimes feel like they hold you back from living fully. You might find yourself struggling with anxiety, depression, or a sense of disconnection from who you truly are. Know this: you are not alone, and there is a path to healing. My practice is dedicated to helping women like you—women who have survived developmental and sexual trauma, and who are ready to reclaim their lives from the grip of PTSD.
My passion lies in helping female clients manage conditions such as anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and PTSD. I use a range of therapeutic approaches, including somatic therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, compassion-focused therapy, and EMDR. My practice is grounded in a client-centered, anti-oppressive lens, ensuring a safe and inclusive space. My focus is on women
My passion lies in helping female clients manage conditions such as anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and PTSD. I use a range of therapeutic approaches, including somatic therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, compassion-focused therapy, and EMDR. My practice is grounded in a client-centered, anti-oppressive lens, ensuring a safe and inclusive space. My focus is on women
I specialize in trauma-informed care and somatic therapy.
Ideally, I'd treat clients with a trauma history. Someone with a mixture of short and long term trauma. My ideal client is eager to learn and wants to find a way to become their own safe space. Someone who wants to learn how to set and maintain healthy boundaries, find out their triggers, and treat themselves with patience.
I specialize in trauma-informed care and somatic therapy.
Ideally, I'd treat clients with a trauma history. Someone with a mixture of short and long term trauma. My ideal client is eager to learn and wants to find a way to become their own safe space. Someone who wants to learn how to set and maintain healthy boundaries, find out their triggers, and treat themselves with patience.
Maggie Welling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21230
Waitlist for new clients
Looking for a down to earth, inclusive therapist who celebrates authenticity? It is so important to me that I create a sense of humility, curiosity, and ease for you to be your authentic self. We will work together to support you with healing, self growth, and self compassion. I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, stress & sport psychology. I incorporate elements from Psychodynamic Therapy, CBT, ACT & Somatic Practices for a holistic therapeutic approach. I received my Master's from Columbia University & currently completing certifications for Somatic Stress Release & Sports Clinical Social Work.
Looking for a down to earth, inclusive therapist who celebrates authenticity? It is so important to me that I create a sense of humility, curiosity, and ease for you to be your authentic self. We will work together to support you with healing, self growth, and self compassion. I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, stress & sport psychology. I incorporate elements from Psychodynamic Therapy, CBT, ACT & Somatic Practices for a holistic therapeutic approach. I received my Master's from Columbia University & currently completing certifications for Somatic Stress Release & Sports Clinical Social Work.
It can be hard to take that first step and I strive to create a safe landing place when you do! My passion is walking with people through challenges towards health. I specialize in trauma and grief, and have specific training in pregnancy and infant loss. I believe strongly in using body and brain therapies to help people heal more effectively that talk therapy alone through Somatic Experiencing, Internal Family Systems, and Brainspotting. I also bring specialized training to integrate faith and spirituality into the therapeutic process as much or a little as the client prefers for holistic care of heart, mind, and spirit.
It can be hard to take that first step and I strive to create a safe landing place when you do! My passion is walking with people through challenges towards health. I specialize in trauma and grief, and have specific training in pregnancy and infant loss. I believe strongly in using body and brain therapies to help people heal more effectively that talk therapy alone through Somatic Experiencing, Internal Family Systems, and Brainspotting. I also bring specialized training to integrate faith and spirituality into the therapeutic process as much or a little as the client prefers for holistic care of heart, mind, and spirit.
Kells Cronin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21201 (Online Only)
Somatic approaches may be used in conjunction to talk therapy.
My intention is for you to feel safe bringing all parts of yourself into our sessions. All of you - all feelings, all identities - are welcome. Only in a relationship of relative safety & non-judgement can growth happen. I maintain that YOU are the expert on you and as such I take a client-centered, collaborative, and relational approach to therapy. I will use our relationship, my experience, and YOUR insight & self-knowing, as well as appropriate tools & techniques. I will ask about your goals, challenges, strengths, and what has worked for you in the past. Your care will be as individual as you are.
Somatic approaches may be used in conjunction to talk therapy.
My intention is for you to feel safe bringing all parts of yourself into our sessions. All of you - all feelings, all identities - are welcome. Only in a relationship of relative safety & non-judgement can growth happen. I maintain that YOU are the expert on you and as such I take a client-centered, collaborative, and relational approach to therapy. I will use our relationship, my experience, and YOUR insight & self-knowing, as well as appropriate tools & techniques. I will ask about your goals, challenges, strengths, and what has worked for you in the past. Your care will be as individual as you are.
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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.