Somatic Therapists in Roland Park, MD

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Olivia Braganza
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Roland Park, MD 21210
My clinical interests include somatic, interpersonal, emotions-focused, and experiential therapy.
Are stressors at work or school affecting your overall well-being? Are you and your partner facing difficulties in connecting emotionally or physically? Are you coping with the loss of a loved one, and finding it difficult to move forward? Have past experiences left you feeling overwhelmed or disconnected? Are you struggling with self-doubt or finding it hard to appreciate your worth? Are you facing communication challenges or unresolved conflicts in your relationships? I am deeply committed to your journey for self-discovery, healing from grief, navigating life transitions, exploring identity, and overcoming trauma.
My clinical interests include somatic, interpersonal, emotions-focused, and experiential therapy.
Are stressors at work or school affecting your overall well-being? Are you and your partner facing difficulties in connecting emotionally or physically? Are you coping with the loss of a loved one, and finding it difficult to move forward? Have past experiences left you feeling overwhelmed or disconnected? Are you struggling with self-doubt or finding it hard to appreciate your worth? Are you facing communication challenges or unresolved conflicts in your relationships? I am deeply committed to your journey for self-discovery, healing from grief, navigating life transitions, exploring identity, and overcoming trauma.
(410) 457-9534 View (410) 457-9534
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Denise Bike
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Roland Park, MD 21210  (Online Only)
Do you over-plan then avoid, overthink then get overwhelmed? Reach out to me. I specialize in anxiety, early trauma, and adult ADHD. I also treat people recovering from the impact of emotional abuse in past relationships. You can find new ways to shift out of exhausting old patterns as we go beyond talk therapy and skills training. We'll work to gently release you from the early issues underlying your symptoms, so you can respond to life's challenges by choice and live from your authentic self.
Do you over-plan then avoid, overthink then get overwhelmed? Reach out to me. I specialize in anxiety, early trauma, and adult ADHD. I also treat people recovering from the impact of emotional abuse in past relationships. You can find new ways to shift out of exhausting old patterns as we go beyond talk therapy and skills training. We'll work to gently release you from the early issues underlying your symptoms, so you can respond to life's challenges by choice and live from your authentic self.
(443) 225-4969 View (443) 225-4969
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Rivka Janowski
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Roland Park, MD 21210
I understand that each individual is not an illness or label, rather a person with multiple contributing factors towards his or her distress and/or reasons that are his or her impetus for seeking help. For this reason, I try my best, as renowned psychotherapist Irvin Yalom puts it, to “create a new therapy for each client.”
I understand that each individual is not an illness or label, rather a person with multiple contributing factors towards his or her distress and/or reasons that are his or her impetus for seeking help. For this reason, I try my best, as renowned psychotherapist Irvin Yalom puts it, to “create a new therapy for each client.”
(443) 888-2061 View (443) 888-2061
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Eileen A Epstein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, LMFT, LCSW-C, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Roland Park, MD 21210  (Online Only)
For over 35 years I've been privileged doing what I love: being a therapist to couples & individuals with the courage & determination to make formidable personal changes. I use sensible theories & effective skills to be the right therapist for YOU also - the one you experience as attuned, respectful & responsive to your needs & knowledgeable in how to attend to them. Together we'll work towards YOUR personal goals. Progressing ahead, you'll find relief from initially difficult emotions & life situations, you'll experience transformative resilience in new ways of dealing with yourself & others; & new ways of operating in the world.
For over 35 years I've been privileged doing what I love: being a therapist to couples & individuals with the courage & determination to make formidable personal changes. I use sensible theories & effective skills to be the right therapist for YOU also - the one you experience as attuned, respectful & responsive to your needs & knowledgeable in how to attend to them. Together we'll work towards YOUR personal goals. Progressing ahead, you'll find relief from initially difficult emotions & life situations, you'll experience transformative resilience in new ways of dealing with yourself & others; & new ways of operating in the world.
(443) 863-6205 View (443) 863-6205

More Therapists Nearby

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Sam Hanft
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21211
I view the therapeutic relationship as a site of healing, growth, and change. Taking a collaborative approach, I create a warm, grounded, and nonjudgmental space where we can explore aspects of your life that are calling to your attention. We'll work to identify places you’re feeling stuck, draw connections between past and present, and unearth the wisdom and healing potential within you. Along the way, we'll consider the stories you carry, your somatic experience, and whatever arises for you in the moment, all in service of coming into deeper relationship with yourself.
I view the therapeutic relationship as a site of healing, growth, and change. Taking a collaborative approach, I create a warm, grounded, and nonjudgmental space where we can explore aspects of your life that are calling to your attention. We'll work to identify places you’re feeling stuck, draw connections between past and present, and unearth the wisdom and healing potential within you. Along the way, we'll consider the stories you carry, your somatic experience, and whatever arises for you in the moment, all in service of coming into deeper relationship with yourself.
(410) 618-9288 View (410) 618-9288
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Morgan Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Baltimore, MD 21209
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.
(443) 323-1453 View (443) 323-1453
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Nerd Somatics @Cardinal Catalysts
MSW, SEP
Verified Verified
Baltimore, MD 21217
I offer online & in person Somatic Experiencing and embodiment coaching sessions that lean toward the science and physiology of trauma, and involve invitations to curiosity about the body-brain connection, in what clients describe as feeling like a hybrid of talk therapy and physical therapy.
I'm an artist, game designer, educator, and all around nerd. My practice focuses on students, helping/health professionals, and artists/creatives. Together we build resources around safety, joy, and ease to support the work.
I offer online & in person Somatic Experiencing and embodiment coaching sessions that lean toward the science and physiology of trauma, and involve invitations to curiosity about the body-brain connection, in what clients describe as feeling like a hybrid of talk therapy and physical therapy.
I'm an artist, game designer, educator, and all around nerd. My practice focuses on students, helping/health professionals, and artists/creatives. Together we build resources around safety, joy, and ease to support the work.
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Lara Chase Wrigley
PsyD, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21209
After working for over 30 years with individuals across all stages of the life span, I have come to believe that we are all wired for health in our relationships with self and others. In keeping with this premise, I employ a collaborative therapeutic style marked by warmth, empathy and respect. My therapeutic approach draws heavily from attachment theory, interpersonal neurobiology, emotion focused therapy, somatic work and mindfulness. This integration combines current psychological knowledge and techniques with ancient wisdom in order to support clients as they move more fully into health.
After working for over 30 years with individuals across all stages of the life span, I have come to believe that we are all wired for health in our relationships with self and others. In keeping with this premise, I employ a collaborative therapeutic style marked by warmth, empathy and respect. My therapeutic approach draws heavily from attachment theory, interpersonal neurobiology, emotion focused therapy, somatic work and mindfulness. This integration combines current psychological knowledge and techniques with ancient wisdom in order to support clients as they move more fully into health.
(410) 305-9483 View (410) 305-9483
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Dawn Blais
Counselor, LGPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21209
I use an integrative approach combining trauma-informed, client-centered talk therapy together with somatic and mindfulness techniques (ACT).
Do you often feel stuck in repetitive thought patterns or behaviors? Are you often anxious, nervous, reactive or frozen/unable to make changes that allow you to be more present to yourself and your life? I offer a safe and nurturing space for those seeking to understand and integrate the symptoms of heightened stress, anxiety, depression, and trauma recovery. I strive to help my clients understand the effects trauma and stress can have on the mind and body. We work together to help you recover from past and present difficult experiences to find more meaning, sense of contentment, and ability to create the life that you are seeking.
I use an integrative approach combining trauma-informed, client-centered talk therapy together with somatic and mindfulness techniques (ACT).
Do you often feel stuck in repetitive thought patterns or behaviors? Are you often anxious, nervous, reactive or frozen/unable to make changes that allow you to be more present to yourself and your life? I offer a safe and nurturing space for those seeking to understand and integrate the symptoms of heightened stress, anxiety, depression, and trauma recovery. I strive to help my clients understand the effects trauma and stress can have on the mind and body. We work together to help you recover from past and present difficult experiences to find more meaning, sense of contentment, and ability to create the life that you are seeking.
(443) 464-1254 View (443) 464-1254
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Denisse (De) Herrera
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21215
We’ll work together using Internal Family Systems, DBT, ACT, mindfulness, and somatic modalities to heal and grow.
Are you questioning your gender identity or sexual orientation? Do you crave a safe space to explore these aspects of yourself, free from judgment? As a non-binary, queer Latine therapist, I understand the unique challenges you face. I can guide you through navigating your identities within a cultural context, while also celebrating anyone who pushes boundaries and embraces their authentic self in love and sexuality. Whether you're facing a major life change, struggling with past trauma, or simply seeking a compassionate space to heal and grow, I'm here to support you on your journey of self-discovery and liberation.
We’ll work together using Internal Family Systems, DBT, ACT, mindfulness, and somatic modalities to heal and grow.
Are you questioning your gender identity or sexual orientation? Do you crave a safe space to explore these aspects of yourself, free from judgment? As a non-binary, queer Latine therapist, I understand the unique challenges you face. I can guide you through navigating your identities within a cultural context, while also celebrating anyone who pushes boundaries and embraces their authentic self in love and sexuality. Whether you're facing a major life change, struggling with past trauma, or simply seeking a compassionate space to heal and grow, I'm here to support you on your journey of self-discovery and liberation.
(410) 453-8541 View (410) 453-8541
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Nina Davey
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, PMH-C, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21212
Waitlist for new clients
I believe that everyone is capable of healing, growth, and resiliency. Although life is constantly changing and moving, I believe that each person can achieve the life and level of happiness they desire through self-exploration and a deeper look into their experiences. I work from an experiential based, relational/attachment model to support your healing journey and to strengthen self-awareness. I use a variety of modalities through a trauma-informed perspective, including Art Therapy, EMDR, and Somatic Experiencing.
I believe that everyone is capable of healing, growth, and resiliency. Although life is constantly changing and moving, I believe that each person can achieve the life and level of happiness they desire through self-exploration and a deeper look into their experiences. I work from an experiential based, relational/attachment model to support your healing journey and to strengthen self-awareness. I use a variety of modalities through a trauma-informed perspective, including Art Therapy, EMDR, and Somatic Experiencing.
(443) 213-0224 View (443) 213-0224
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Dr. LA McCrae
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LGADC, CCTSA, CCTP, RCP
Verified Verified
15 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21217  (Online Only)
I am a carceral abolitionist, somatic practitioner, and certified experiential dream therapist.
You may be wondering how you are possibly going to put your life back together. Or, maybe, perhaps you're praying that you can finally put the vice down. Maybe the heartbreak of loss and unexpected endings is eating you up. We might be a good fit for one another if you're queer, poly, considering recovery, interested in a somatics based practitioner, and vibe with crystals and energy. Whatever it is, let's share a cup of coffee and figure it out together. If you are committed to your wellness and have a desire to seek restoration for a weary soul, hit my line. It is my privilege and honor to walk with you. Let's Get Well, Y'all!
I am a carceral abolitionist, somatic practitioner, and certified experiential dream therapist.
You may be wondering how you are possibly going to put your life back together. Or, maybe, perhaps you're praying that you can finally put the vice down. Maybe the heartbreak of loss and unexpected endings is eating you up. We might be a good fit for one another if you're queer, poly, considering recovery, interested in a somatics based practitioner, and vibe with crystals and energy. Whatever it is, let's share a cup of coffee and figure it out together. If you are committed to your wellness and have a desire to seek restoration for a weary soul, hit my line. It is my privilege and honor to walk with you. Let's Get Well, Y'all!
(410) 970-3237 View (410) 970-3237
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David Jun Selleh
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21209
I am a courageously curious, deeply relational, and gently direct psychotherapist. I support individuals, couples, and families in more fully connecting with self and others. My style draws primarily from Gestalt: an experiential, relational, here-and-now-oriented, culturally responsive, and trauma-informed approach. I utilize mindfulness, somatic body process, role-reversal, enactment, dreams, parts work, and other creative experiments. I also integrate Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy, Internal Family Systems, Polyvagal Theory, Psychedelic and Ketamine-Assisted Therapy, and other frameworks as needed.
I am a courageously curious, deeply relational, and gently direct psychotherapist. I support individuals, couples, and families in more fully connecting with self and others. My style draws primarily from Gestalt: an experiential, relational, here-and-now-oriented, culturally responsive, and trauma-informed approach. I utilize mindfulness, somatic body process, role-reversal, enactment, dreams, parts work, and other creative experiments. I also integrate Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy, Internal Family Systems, Polyvagal Theory, Psychedelic and Ketamine-Assisted Therapy, and other frameworks as needed.
(301) 685-7482 View (301) 685-7482
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Shendi Ramli-Hernandez
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Baltimore, MD 21215  (Online Only)
As a somatic-based therapist, I recognize that trauma is not merely an event but what the individual holds inside due to the traumatic event.
Hi, I am a psychotherapist with 20+ years of experience in the mental health field. For the past 10+ years, I have specialized in working with trauma survivors with diverse backgrounds, including gender identity, age, racial/ethnicity, and sexual orientation. I have been trained in various treatment modalities, including CBT, DBT, Sandtray therapy modality, play therapy, EMDR, Crisis Intervention, and recently Somatic Experiencing. As a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, my works focus on helping clients overcome past trauma by establishing a sense of safety within the body, emotional regulation, and nervous system stabilization.
As a somatic-based therapist, I recognize that trauma is not merely an event but what the individual holds inside due to the traumatic event.
Hi, I am a psychotherapist with 20+ years of experience in the mental health field. For the past 10+ years, I have specialized in working with trauma survivors with diverse backgrounds, including gender identity, age, racial/ethnicity, and sexual orientation. I have been trained in various treatment modalities, including CBT, DBT, Sandtray therapy modality, play therapy, EMDR, Crisis Intervention, and recently Somatic Experiencing. As a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, my works focus on helping clients overcome past trauma by establishing a sense of safety within the body, emotional regulation, and nervous system stabilization.
(866) 738-3081 View (866) 738-3081
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Noson Berman
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MFT, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21215
Utilizing a strength based approach, advanced trauma training, somatic awareness, and advanced relationship training I have helped my clients take back their lives, find their identity, and connect with their loved ones.
Are you having trouble communicating with your spouse, your parents, or your children? Do you want to connect in a meaningful way with your family, friends and, dare I say, yourself? Are you having trouble in school, at work, or just figuring out who you are and where you want to be? I have been involved in the mental health field in various capacities for 20 years helping people organize their lives, find a self identity, and communicate and connect with their spouses and families.
Utilizing a strength based approach, advanced trauma training, somatic awareness, and advanced relationship training I have helped my clients take back their lives, find their identity, and connect with their loved ones.
Are you having trouble communicating with your spouse, your parents, or your children? Do you want to connect in a meaningful way with your family, friends and, dare I say, yourself? Are you having trouble in school, at work, or just figuring out who you are and where you want to be? I have been involved in the mental health field in various capacities for 20 years helping people organize their lives, find a self identity, and communicate and connect with their spouses and families.
(443) 380-4392 View (443) 380-4392
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Gabrielle Kilgore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Mount Washington, MD 21209
I believe that while no life is without some measure of pain or struggle; therapy can be a transformative, healing process which opens the door to a more fulfilling relationship with yourself and others. I provide individual and couples' counseling to young adults and adults. I am Level III certified in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy and have training in other models of trauma therapy. I believe in both somatic and non-somatice resources for healing however I encourage clients to explore how their symptoms manifest through their physical body and relationships with others.
I believe that while no life is without some measure of pain or struggle; therapy can be a transformative, healing process which opens the door to a more fulfilling relationship with yourself and others. I provide individual and couples' counseling to young adults and adults. I am Level III certified in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy and have training in other models of trauma therapy. I believe in both somatic and non-somatice resources for healing however I encourage clients to explore how their symptoms manifest through their physical body and relationships with others.
(410) 885-6482 View (410) 885-6482
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Bethany Henderson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, CAPT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21211
Waitlist for new clients
I have extensive training in somatic, mindfulness-based, and internal family systems work as tools to help explore and engage in processing experiences of trauma.
I am a queer identified clinical social worker who is dedicated to supporting queer, trans and gender-diverse youth, adolescents, adults and families. I have extensive experience in working with individuals who are navigating their sexuality and/or gender identity, as well as providing family support. I approach therapy from a liberation-focused framework, focusing on your strengths and identifying and confronting oppression-based and/or structural barriers. I provide gender affirming surgical evaluations and letters free of charge.
I have extensive training in somatic, mindfulness-based, and internal family systems work as tools to help explore and engage in processing experiences of trauma.
I am a queer identified clinical social worker who is dedicated to supporting queer, trans and gender-diverse youth, adolescents, adults and families. I have extensive experience in working with individuals who are navigating their sexuality and/or gender identity, as well as providing family support. I approach therapy from a liberation-focused framework, focusing on your strengths and identifying and confronting oppression-based and/or structural barriers. I provide gender affirming surgical evaluations and letters free of charge.
(667) 213-5623 View (667) 213-5623
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Karly Trotter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, RYT 200, RP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21211
Therapy with Karly offers you the opportunity to pause and honestly self-reflect. Her warm, insight-oriented approach will highlight the healing tools you have within, help you to better understand your emotions, and encourage you to thoughtfully process your experiences so you can discover a path forward that is best for you. Karly’s unique therapeutic style pulls from relational, existential, and somatic therapies, as well as eastern philosophy. She has experience working with all ages as a private mentor, teacher, social worker, and psychotherapist. Currently she sees clients 1-on-1 and she facilitates ongoing women's groups.
Therapy with Karly offers you the opportunity to pause and honestly self-reflect. Her warm, insight-oriented approach will highlight the healing tools you have within, help you to better understand your emotions, and encourage you to thoughtfully process your experiences so you can discover a path forward that is best for you. Karly’s unique therapeutic style pulls from relational, existential, and somatic therapies, as well as eastern philosophy. She has experience working with all ages as a private mentor, teacher, social worker, and psychotherapist. Currently she sees clients 1-on-1 and she facilitates ongoing women's groups.
(410) 883-8362 View (410) 883-8362
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Gracie Greenberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21212  (Online Only)
I draw from various therapeutic modalities, including Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Mindfulness, Internal Family Systems (IFS), integrative somatic therapies, and others.
I offer individual psychotherapy to adolescents and adults in both English and Spanish. Currently, all appointments are virtual (so we can work together no matter where you are in the state of Maryland)! While I have significant experience working with survivors of interpersonal and oppression-based traumas (particularly sexual violence, intimate partner violence, trafficking, and migration), my door is open to all. I use a feminist lens, and an integrative, trauma-informed, approach to therapy. In my practice, I strive to cultivate an affirming space, where you can experience acceptance, empowerment, and relief from suffering.
I draw from various therapeutic modalities, including Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Mindfulness, Internal Family Systems (IFS), integrative somatic therapies, and others.
I offer individual psychotherapy to adolescents and adults in both English and Spanish. Currently, all appointments are virtual (so we can work together no matter where you are in the state of Maryland)! While I have significant experience working with survivors of interpersonal and oppression-based traumas (particularly sexual violence, intimate partner violence, trafficking, and migration), my door is open to all. I use a feminist lens, and an integrative, trauma-informed, approach to therapy. In my practice, I strive to cultivate an affirming space, where you can experience acceptance, empowerment, and relief from suffering.
(443) 282-9255 View (443) 282-9255
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Lauren C Going
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, RYT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21209
We offer a variety of modalities that all work from a holistic lens such as somatic experiencing, breathwork, EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing), IFS (internal family systems), psychedelic/ ketamine assisted therapy, and microdose coaching.
Are you searching for a more holistic orientation that considers the mind, body, and spirit? Are you looking for alternative treatments such as psychedelic assisted therapy (ketamine), microdosing, and somatic therapy for example? Then look no further! I am the co-founder and primary therapist at Inner Path Wellness, Baltimore's first psychedelic assisted therapy and wellness center. We specialize in working with clients that are looking for something more than traditional talk therapy.
We offer a variety of modalities that all work from a holistic lens such as somatic experiencing, breathwork, EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing), IFS (internal family systems), psychedelic/ ketamine assisted therapy, and microdose coaching.
Are you searching for a more holistic orientation that considers the mind, body, and spirit? Are you looking for alternative treatments such as psychedelic assisted therapy (ketamine), microdosing, and somatic therapy for example? Then look no further! I am the co-founder and primary therapist at Inner Path Wellness, Baltimore's first psychedelic assisted therapy and wellness center. We specialize in working with clients that are looking for something more than traditional talk therapy.
(443) 594-7703 View (443) 594-7703

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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.