Somatic Therapists in Timonium, MD

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Counseling With Ayurveda, LLC
Counselor, LCPC, CAS
Verified Verified
Timonium, MD 21093  (Online Only)
With my background in holistic health, Ayurvedic medicine, meditation and yoga, I bring an integrative and somatic style to my practice.
Whether your challenge comes from a past or recent trauma, relationship or interpersonal issues, addictions, issues of loss and letting go, anxiety, depression or just general life-confusion, there are many tools to employ to recover and reset yourself. And doing it with a supportive partner can make all the difference. Therapy is a chance to get to know yourself on a more intimate level, to bring balance to the body, mind and daily habits, clarify values and goals and get you moving in a direction that brings light, joy and purpose back to living. It teaches you grounding, new perspectives and new coping skills.
With my background in holistic health, Ayurvedic medicine, meditation and yoga, I bring an integrative and somatic style to my practice.
Whether your challenge comes from a past or recent trauma, relationship or interpersonal issues, addictions, issues of loss and letting go, anxiety, depression or just general life-confusion, there are many tools to employ to recover and reset yourself. And doing it with a supportive partner can make all the difference. Therapy is a chance to get to know yourself on a more intimate level, to bring balance to the body, mind and daily habits, clarify values and goals and get you moving in a direction that brings light, joy and purpose back to living. It teaches you grounding, new perspectives and new coping skills.
(410) 883-7156 View (410) 883-7156
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Nancy McPartland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, LCSW-C, ERYT, IAYT
Verified Verified
Timonium, MD 21093
Although I am classically trained in CBT, DBT, Family Systems, and Solutions Focused, I weave mindfulness and somatic experiences into the therapy session when suitable.
Clients that resonate with my counseling style are open to understanding the relationship between the body and the mind. They are looking to learn skills to control their anxiety, pain, distractibility, or depression and are willing to explore their patterns of behavior within the supportive context of the therapist-client relationship.
Although I am classically trained in CBT, DBT, Family Systems, and Solutions Focused, I weave mindfulness and somatic experiences into the therapy session when suitable.
Clients that resonate with my counseling style are open to understanding the relationship between the body and the mind. They are looking to learn skills to control their anxiety, pain, distractibility, or depression and are willing to explore their patterns of behavior within the supportive context of the therapist-client relationship.
(410) 397-7544 View (410) 397-7544
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Olivia Braganza
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Timonium, MD 21093
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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Kate Goodell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Timonium, MD 21093  (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.
(410) 498-5465 View (410) 498-5465
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Corinne Burnett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, CCTP, CET
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Timonium, MD 21093
Traditional talk therapy can be helpful in some ways however, emotionally overwhelming experiences are stored in a separate part of the brain-a place that is not accessed through language. Experiential therapies allow us to reprocess moments from the past in order to live freely in the present. As a certified experiential therapist, I am trained in EMDR, brainspotting, and other modalities focused on sensory-motor and somatic healing. Each therapeutic experience is individualized to meet the needs of the client or family.
Traditional talk therapy can be helpful in some ways however, emotionally overwhelming experiences are stored in a separate part of the brain-a place that is not accessed through language. Experiential therapies allow us to reprocess moments from the past in order to live freely in the present. As a certified experiential therapist, I am trained in EMDR, brainspotting, and other modalities focused on sensory-motor and somatic healing. Each therapeutic experience is individualized to meet the needs of the client or family.
(410) 709-4017 View (410) 709-4017
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Lindsay Harvey
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, MA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Timonium, MD 21093
I do this through cognitive, somatic & expressive.
We Are Now Accepting New Clients! Welcome- Here's to taking the time to seek out something to benefit you today! The fact that you are here, regardless of whether or not you choose to begin, continue, or pause your therapy journey already informs us greatly about your strengths. Finding someone you trust to begin sharing your story with may seem like an overwhelming task in the midst of an already overwhelming situation. You have likely long ago developed a series of creative coping skills, whether truly helpful or not, to pull you through what you have already survived. Maybe they're not working as well as they used to anymore.
I do this through cognitive, somatic & expressive.
We Are Now Accepting New Clients! Welcome- Here's to taking the time to seek out something to benefit you today! The fact that you are here, regardless of whether or not you choose to begin, continue, or pause your therapy journey already informs us greatly about your strengths. Finding someone you trust to begin sharing your story with may seem like an overwhelming task in the midst of an already overwhelming situation. You have likely long ago developed a series of creative coping skills, whether truly helpful or not, to pull you through what you have already survived. Maybe they're not working as well as they used to anymore.
(443) 578-3591 View (443) 578-3591
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Nancy Basner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Timonium, MD 21093
Whether you wish to gain clarity about a current life challenge or you desire a deeper insight into your emotions and feelings, I partner with clients on their journey to better understand themselves, their relationships, and their lives. Working together, we will identify and explore the patterns that may be preventing you from fulfilling your life goals or that may be getting in the way of your current relationships.
Whether you wish to gain clarity about a current life challenge or you desire a deeper insight into your emotions and feelings, I partner with clients on their journey to better understand themselves, their relationships, and their lives. Working together, we will identify and explore the patterns that may be preventing you from fulfilling your life goals or that may be getting in the way of your current relationships.
(410) 807-3225 View (410) 807-3225
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Ashley-Nicole N Sullivan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LCSW, LICSW, SAP, CTMH
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Timonium, MD 21093
Are you tired of feeling controlled by your anger, substance use, or toxic relationships? Do you feel as if getting out of bed is the hardest part of your day, feeling unable to make decisions and achieve your goals, or frustrated by chronic pain and illness? The first step in any journey is always the hardest, so congratulations on taking it and starting to consider participation in therapy. I would be honored to work with you to identify specifically what is and isn’t working in your life and discover how the skills and strengths you already possess can be applied in new ways to meet your goals.
Are you tired of feeling controlled by your anger, substance use, or toxic relationships? Do you feel as if getting out of bed is the hardest part of your day, feeling unable to make decisions and achieve your goals, or frustrated by chronic pain and illness? The first step in any journey is always the hardest, so congratulations on taking it and starting to consider participation in therapy. I would be honored to work with you to identify specifically what is and isn’t working in your life and discover how the skills and strengths you already possess can be applied in new ways to meet your goals.
(410) 376-8298 View (410) 376-8298
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Jordan Atwell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Timonium, MD 21093  (Online Only)
Whether you're feeling stuck, stressed, or just need someone to talk to, I've got your back. Here, you're invited to be authentically you, free from judgment or expectation. Together, we'll unravel the layers of your experiences. Specializing in adolescent and young adult counseling, I am dedicated to guiding individuals through the complexities of early adulthood. As a Certified Trauma Professional, I offer tailored support and coping strategies to those who have encountered various forms of trauma. My expertise extends to working with couples, assisting them in resolving relational challenges effectively.
Whether you're feeling stuck, stressed, or just need someone to talk to, I've got your back. Here, you're invited to be authentically you, free from judgment or expectation. Together, we'll unravel the layers of your experiences. Specializing in adolescent and young adult counseling, I am dedicated to guiding individuals through the complexities of early adulthood. As a Certified Trauma Professional, I offer tailored support and coping strategies to those who have encountered various forms of trauma. My expertise extends to working with couples, assisting them in resolving relational challenges effectively.
(410) 339-8814 View (410) 339-8814
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Katie Holden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, MSW
Verified Verified
Timonium, MD 21093
Everyone deserves a safe place and a caring professional with whom to walk through their struggles. My aim is to give clients both. Licensed since 2006, I specialize in treating adults with trauma, depression, anxiety, and other mental illnesses. My training is in EMDR and Dialectic Behavioral Therapy (DBT). I treat clients in individual- and group-therapy settings.
Everyone deserves a safe place and a caring professional with whom to walk through their struggles. My aim is to give clients both. Licensed since 2006, I specialize in treating adults with trauma, depression, anxiety, and other mental illnesses. My training is in EMDR and Dialectic Behavioral Therapy (DBT). I treat clients in individual- and group-therapy settings.
(443) 764-8320 View (443) 764-8320
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Mary Sue McCarthy
Counselor, MS, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Timonium, MD 21093
My therapy practice is founded on my belief that inherent in everyone is the ability to know their wants and needs, declare their own truths and find the best way forward. As your therapist, my role is to support you in your journey, at whatever place you start, to help you clear the way, navigate through the storms, and celebrate the sunshine. My specialties are Addictions Recovery, EMDR/Trauma Therapy , Anger Management and Conflict Resolution and Equine Assisted Psychotherapy. All potential new clients are welcome to an initial 30 minute consultation, at no charge.
My therapy practice is founded on my belief that inherent in everyone is the ability to know their wants and needs, declare their own truths and find the best way forward. As your therapist, my role is to support you in your journey, at whatever place you start, to help you clear the way, navigate through the storms, and celebrate the sunshine. My specialties are Addictions Recovery, EMDR/Trauma Therapy , Anger Management and Conflict Resolution and Equine Assisted Psychotherapy. All potential new clients are welcome to an initial 30 minute consultation, at no charge.
(410) 514-3263 View (410) 514-3263
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Becky Riley Olin
Counselor, LCPC, MT-BC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Timonium, MD 21093
I am dedicated to helping people navigate life transitions, heal unresolved trauma, cope with grief and loss, manage anxiety and depression, parent in a conscious and connected manner, and discover their inner wisdom and capacity for self-healing. I use strength-based, trauma-informed, and IFS-informed approaches in my work. I foster a safe, compassionate, and collaborative space for my clients to help them make sense of what they are experiencing, develop insight into their life challenges, access their own strengths and resources, and make changes to lead more fulfilling lives.
I am dedicated to helping people navigate life transitions, heal unresolved trauma, cope with grief and loss, manage anxiety and depression, parent in a conscious and connected manner, and discover their inner wisdom and capacity for self-healing. I use strength-based, trauma-informed, and IFS-informed approaches in my work. I foster a safe, compassionate, and collaborative space for my clients to help them make sense of what they are experiencing, develop insight into their life challenges, access their own strengths and resources, and make changes to lead more fulfilling lives.
(443) 957-1088 View (443) 957-1088

More Therapists Nearby

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Nina Davey
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, PMH-C, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Towson, MD 21286
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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Bethany Henderson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, CAPT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Towson, MD 21204
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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Atar Stav
Counselor, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21204
Using my expertise in trauma, somatic, cognitive and narrative therapy, I will help you understand how the stories of your life have shaped your experience and worldview of your role in relationships.
Do you want to feel empowered, and have more joy and pleasure in your life, after a challenging life experience? Are finding yourself or your relationship unable to break challenging patterns? Are you struggling with how to reconnect sexually and regain the intimacy you once shared? Working from a strengths based & holistic perspective, I am skilled at creating a warm, open space to help individuals and couples increase intimacy, enhance understanding, navigate changing roles, set boundaries, resolve conflicts, heal trauma, and create satisfying relationships.
Using my expertise in trauma, somatic, cognitive and narrative therapy, I will help you understand how the stories of your life have shaped your experience and worldview of your role in relationships.
Do you want to feel empowered, and have more joy and pleasure in your life, after a challenging life experience? Are finding yourself or your relationship unable to break challenging patterns? Are you struggling with how to reconnect sexually and regain the intimacy you once shared? Working from a strengths based & holistic perspective, I am skilled at creating a warm, open space to help individuals and couples increase intimacy, enhance understanding, navigate changing roles, set boundaries, resolve conflicts, heal trauma, and create satisfying relationships.
(240) 202-2410 View (240) 202-2410
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Karly Trotter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, RYT 200, RP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Cockeysville, MD 21030
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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Ariel Leigh Sklar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Towson, MD 21204
Waitlist for new clients
Counseling is a collaborative process. In my private practice I work with adolescents, young adults and adults. I believe in an empathetic, non judgmental approach to helping clients understand their behaviors and patterns. I specialize in working with clients using a somatic approach to heal from past traumas and feel present and restored.
Counseling is a collaborative process. In my private practice I work with adolescents, young adults and adults. I believe in an empathetic, non judgmental approach to helping clients understand their behaviors and patterns. I specialize in working with clients using a somatic approach to heal from past traumas and feel present and restored.
(410) 469-6086 View (410) 469-6086
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Lauren C Going
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, RYT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Towson, MD 21204
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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Carley Foster
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Towson, MD 21204
Waitlist for new clients
Using a unique combination of creative, action-based therapy methods and Somatic Experiencing, I help people make simple adjustments that lead to big impacts in their lives.
I’d like to introduce you to something called your Autonomous Healing Center. It’s the part of you that knows there’s more to life than whatever you're dealing with now—struggling with food, body image, overwhelming feelings that never seem to go away, or a life that’s “just okay”, but isn't really doing it for you. For some of us, the Autonomous Healing Center speaks very quietly or in ways we don’t quite understand. However, it’s also the part that influenced your decision to start looking for a therapist today. So, here’s some good news: you’re already connected with the part of you that knows how to heal. Cool, huh?
Using a unique combination of creative, action-based therapy methods and Somatic Experiencing, I help people make simple adjustments that lead to big impacts in their lives.
I’d like to introduce you to something called your Autonomous Healing Center. It’s the part of you that knows there’s more to life than whatever you're dealing with now—struggling with food, body image, overwhelming feelings that never seem to go away, or a life that’s “just okay”, but isn't really doing it for you. For some of us, the Autonomous Healing Center speaks very quietly or in ways we don’t quite understand. However, it’s also the part that influenced your decision to start looking for a therapist today. So, here’s some good news: you’re already connected with the part of you that knows how to heal. Cool, huh?
(240) 689-3330 View (240) 689-3330
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Kaitlyn Lane
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LCSW
Verified Verified
Towson, MD 21204  (Online Only)
By integrating somatic/mindfulness, CBT, solution-focused, and trauma-informed care, I provide personalized and effective support to enhance well-being and facilitate lasting change.
Are you looking for a therapist who is warm, easy to connect to, and down to earth? I strive to provide my clients with a safe space to explore what might be troubling them and to help them understand how events throughout their life course may be impacting their present. Join me as we unpack your past, practice real and effective strategies to manage symptoms, and learn to live peacefully in the present moment. I provide personalized sessions using evidence-based methods to assist your personal growth and support your well-being.
By integrating somatic/mindfulness, CBT, solution-focused, and trauma-informed care, I provide personalized and effective support to enhance well-being and facilitate lasting change.
Are you looking for a therapist who is warm, easy to connect to, and down to earth? I strive to provide my clients with a safe space to explore what might be troubling them and to help them understand how events throughout their life course may be impacting their present. Join me as we unpack your past, practice real and effective strategies to manage symptoms, and learn to live peacefully in the present moment. I provide personalized sessions using evidence-based methods to assist your personal growth and support your well-being.
(443) 333-2776 View (443) 333-2776
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.