Somatic Therapists in Holmdel, NJ

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Mayya Fleyshmakher
Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Holmdel, NJ 07733
I am a modern and hip child/adolescent and adult psychotherapist looking to remove the stigma of therapy by making it accessible, solution based and engaging to young kids and teens. Therapy shouldn't be a punishment or a seen as a defeat. Yes of course, we will do hard work and it won't always be easy, but with years of experience and education, I am able to connect with my young clients and show them that together we can find a solution.
I am a modern and hip child/adolescent and adult psychotherapist looking to remove the stigma of therapy by making it accessible, solution based and engaging to young kids and teens. Therapy shouldn't be a punishment or a seen as a defeat. Yes of course, we will do hard work and it won't always be easy, but with years of experience and education, I am able to connect with my young clients and show them that together we can find a solution.
(732) 479-7246 View (732) 479-7246
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Emily Kostick
Licensed Social Worker, MSW, LSW
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Somatic, and mindfulness.
Hi! I'm Emily, a psychotherapist providing clinical therapy to adolescents and adults with a special focus on individuals navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, bipolar disorder, and major life transitions. I approach therapy with warmth, openness, and a strong clinical foundation, prioritizing a collaborative and trusting therapeutic relationship! I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, PTSD and trauma, low self-esteem, LGBTQ+ related stressors, disordered eating, interpersonal violence, and adjustment to life changes. I also work with individuals who have experienced abuse in their past and are looking to heal.
I draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Somatic, and mindfulness.
Hi! I'm Emily, a psychotherapist providing clinical therapy to adolescents and adults with a special focus on individuals navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, bipolar disorder, and major life transitions. I approach therapy with warmth, openness, and a strong clinical foundation, prioritizing a collaborative and trusting therapeutic relationship! I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, PTSD and trauma, low self-esteem, LGBTQ+ related stressors, disordered eating, interpersonal violence, and adjustment to life changes. I also work with individuals who have experienced abuse in their past and are looking to heal.
(732) 863-2871 View (732) 863-2871
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Andrea Evgeniou
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
You’ll have access to proven, evidence-based approaches like DBT, EMDR, ACT, and somatic healing, all woven into a personalized plan that fits your needs.
Have you ever felt weighed down by racing thoughts, constant worry, or the exhaustion of carrying stress day after day? Maybe you’ve been through trauma that still lingers, or you’re navigating life with ADHD, ASD, or other neurodiverse challenges and wondering why everything feels harder than it should. With 15+ years of experience, I help adults who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or misunderstood find real strategies for healing and growth. Together, we’ll focus on calming your nervous system, building practical coping skills, and making sense of the patterns that keep holding you back.
You’ll have access to proven, evidence-based approaches like DBT, EMDR, ACT, and somatic healing, all woven into a personalized plan that fits your needs.
Have you ever felt weighed down by racing thoughts, constant worry, or the exhaustion of carrying stress day after day? Maybe you’ve been through trauma that still lingers, or you’re navigating life with ADHD, ASD, or other neurodiverse challenges and wondering why everything feels harder than it should. With 15+ years of experience, I help adults who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or misunderstood find real strategies for healing and growth. Together, we’ll focus on calming your nervous system, building practical coping skills, and making sense of the patterns that keep holding you back.
(856) 409-7107 View (856) 409-7107
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Candra Savage
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
My approach uses an integration of techniques: EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), Internal Family Systems, Somatic Tracking, and skills to help regulate your nervous system.
It takes courage to reach out for help on this journey. I would be honored to join you on you journey of personal change and growth.
My approach uses an integration of techniques: EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), Internal Family Systems, Somatic Tracking, and skills to help regulate your nervous system.
It takes courage to reach out for help on this journey. I would be honored to join you on you journey of personal change and growth.
(848) 276-7544 View (848) 276-7544

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Deirdre Arato
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Online Only
Trauma lives in the nervous system—not just the mind—and through EMDR, somatic therapy, and brain-based techniques, we restore safety to your body and clarity to your life.
Are you struggling with unresolved trauma, emotional triggers, anxiety, or feeling stuck in survival mode? You are not broken—and you are not alone. Trauma can live in the body long after the event has passed, shaping your thoughts, relationships, and sense of self. Healing is possible, and you don’t have to walk this path alone. I specialize in trauma therapy for adults, teens, and LGBTQ+ individuals, helping clients release past wounds, rebuild self-trust, and create emotionally healthy relationships. Whether you’re navigating childhood trauma, relationship trauma, PTSD, attachment wounds, or chronic stress, therapy can help you.
Trauma lives in the nervous system—not just the mind—and through EMDR, somatic therapy, and brain-based techniques, we restore safety to your body and clarity to your life.
Are you struggling with unresolved trauma, emotional triggers, anxiety, or feeling stuck in survival mode? You are not broken—and you are not alone. Trauma can live in the body long after the event has passed, shaping your thoughts, relationships, and sense of self. Healing is possible, and you don’t have to walk this path alone. I specialize in trauma therapy for adults, teens, and LGBTQ+ individuals, helping clients release past wounds, rebuild self-trust, and create emotionally healthy relationships. Whether you’re navigating childhood trauma, relationship trauma, PTSD, attachment wounds, or chronic stress, therapy can help you.
(848) 306-0408 View (848) 306-0408
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Tonya Molhem
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C
1 Endorsed
Online Only
As a registered yoga teacher I also utilize somatic interventions to calm mind & body.
Hi! I’m Tonya, a licensed clinical social worker with specialized training in perinatal and postpartum mental health (PMH-C). I’m passionate about supporting individuals during pregnancy, postpartum, and parenthood - times that can bring both joy and profound challenges. Whether you’re navigating the transition to parenthood, healing from trauma, or seeking support in your personal growth, I provide a safe, nonjudgmental space where you don’t have to go through it alone.
As a registered yoga teacher I also utilize somatic interventions to calm mind & body.
Hi! I’m Tonya, a licensed clinical social worker with specialized training in perinatal and postpartum mental health (PMH-C). I’m passionate about supporting individuals during pregnancy, postpartum, and parenthood - times that can bring both joy and profound challenges. Whether you’re navigating the transition to parenthood, healing from trauma, or seeking support in your personal growth, I provide a safe, nonjudgmental space where you don’t have to go through it alone.
(848) 305-2366 View (848) 305-2366
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Ellysa Arias
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Through a blend of somatic attunement, parts work, and insight-oriented dialogue, I help you access deeper self-awareness, process stuck emotional material, and shift long-standing patterns that have kept you in survival mode.
Welcome! I’m Ellysa, a trauma practitioner for women ready to heal from mother/father wounds (family hurts that still echo), release perfectionism and performance, and create a life that feels like their own, free from societies fantasies of a woman's role. My approach is decolonized, intuitive, and honors the wisdom you already carry. I’m not afraid of your shadows, grief, or rage, I see them as proof you’re meant for more. Together, we’ll transform old pain into clarity, boundaries, and power so you can build the love, family, and freedom you’ve always envisioned. If this speaks to you, I’d love to listen to your story.
Through a blend of somatic attunement, parts work, and insight-oriented dialogue, I help you access deeper self-awareness, process stuck emotional material, and shift long-standing patterns that have kept you in survival mode.
Welcome! I’m Ellysa, a trauma practitioner for women ready to heal from mother/father wounds (family hurts that still echo), release perfectionism and performance, and create a life that feels like their own, free from societies fantasies of a woman's role. My approach is decolonized, intuitive, and honors the wisdom you already carry. I’m not afraid of your shadows, grief, or rage, I see them as proof you’re meant for more. Together, we’ll transform old pain into clarity, boundaries, and power so you can build the love, family, and freedom you’ve always envisioned. If this speaks to you, I’d love to listen to your story.
(646) 917-8391 View (646) 917-8391
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Richard M Carlson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Princeton, NJ 08540
I help adult gay men live without fear, pain, confusion, and self-destructive behaviors. Their symptoms of depression, anxiety, trauma, shame, and self-loathing get in the way of the life they want to live. They worry I will judge them for how they are living their lives. However, they want to overcome their inner limitations, use of drugs, porn, "dating" apps, overachieving, and live a life with deeper connections, real freedom, and dignity.
I help adult gay men live without fear, pain, confusion, and self-destructive behaviors. Their symptoms of depression, anxiety, trauma, shame, and self-loathing get in the way of the life they want to live. They worry I will judge them for how they are living their lives. However, they want to overcome their inner limitations, use of drugs, porn, "dating" apps, overachieving, and live a life with deeper connections, real freedom, and dignity.
(609) 910-5616 View (609) 910-5616
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Ivy Palma
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Accepting New CLIENTS! Are you a woman who often feels the pain of loneliness and so badly wants to feel connected and loved? Is the dating world extremely stressful and confusing? Or maybe you are a woman feeling lost, stuck and overwhelmed with life. Do you feel like you're running on autopilot, dragging yourself to get through the day, wanting more meaning in your life? Maybe you're consistently feeling badly about yourself; you are no stranger to negative thoughts. You can't seem to figure out why you're feeling this way or how to go about making changes.
Accepting New CLIENTS! Are you a woman who often feels the pain of loneliness and so badly wants to feel connected and loved? Is the dating world extremely stressful and confusing? Or maybe you are a woman feeling lost, stuck and overwhelmed with life. Do you feel like you're running on autopilot, dragging yourself to get through the day, wanting more meaning in your life? Maybe you're consistently feeling badly about yourself; you are no stranger to negative thoughts. You can't seem to figure out why you're feeling this way or how to go about making changes.
(856) 644-6947 View (856) 644-6947
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Mikayla Greenway
Counselor, MS, LAC
1 Endorsed
Freehold, NJ 07728
Using "bottom-up" work, including IFS and somatic techniques, we’ll tune into your nervous system and inner parts to help you unlearn protective patterns that no longer serve you and build new ways of responding with clarity and calm.
Feeling stuck in the past, on edge without knowing why, or noticing yourself reacting in ways that don’t make sense to you? You’re not alone. Trauma can leave us living in the echoes of our past—small or big experiences that shape how we feel, respond, and relate to ourselves and others. Sometimes anxiety, tension, or self-doubt shows up without a clear reason, leaving you wondering, “Why am I feeling this?” I work with adults, teens and couples who want to break free from these patterns, not just by talking about them, but by truly exploring and processing them.
Using "bottom-up" work, including IFS and somatic techniques, we’ll tune into your nervous system and inner parts to help you unlearn protective patterns that no longer serve you and build new ways of responding with clarity and calm.
Feeling stuck in the past, on edge without knowing why, or noticing yourself reacting in ways that don’t make sense to you? You’re not alone. Trauma can leave us living in the echoes of our past—small or big experiences that shape how we feel, respond, and relate to ourselves and others. Sometimes anxiety, tension, or self-doubt shows up without a clear reason, leaving you wondering, “Why am I feeling this?” I work with adults, teens and couples who want to break free from these patterns, not just by talking about them, but by truly exploring and processing them.
(732) 538-6782 View (732) 538-6782
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Colleen M. Cavanagh
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, LCSW
5 Endorsed
Online Only
With an integrative approach utilizing mindfulness, meditation, somatic-based healing, and individual and family therapy, together we will create a treatment program best suited to help you HEAL.
People can heal from abuse, trauma, loss, grief, broken relationships, and life-changing events. Talking with a trusted professional makes a difference. I step into genuine relationships with my clients. I encourage and challenge my clients to do the same with their loved ones and family members. Healing happens in connection with others, and by strengthening emotional bonds, we become more available to renewal and restoration of our emotional selves. We let go of our emotional baggage! It is such an honor and pleasure to walk beside my clients and witness their journey back to wholeness and happiness.
With an integrative approach utilizing mindfulness, meditation, somatic-based healing, and individual and family therapy, together we will create a treatment program best suited to help you HEAL.
People can heal from abuse, trauma, loss, grief, broken relationships, and life-changing events. Talking with a trusted professional makes a difference. I step into genuine relationships with my clients. I encourage and challenge my clients to do the same with their loved ones and family members. Healing happens in connection with others, and by strengthening emotional bonds, we become more available to renewal and restoration of our emotional selves. We let go of our emotional baggage! It is such an honor and pleasure to walk beside my clients and witness their journey back to wholeness and happiness.
(201) 820-0699 View (201) 820-0699
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Mary R. Mastria, PhD, LCSW, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Summit, NJ 07901
Dr. Mary Mastria has been in private practice for over 25 years. She works with adults and couples. Her practice areas include relationship issues, mood disorders, trauma, chronic pain/TMS & body image/eating issues. She has advanced training and a doctorate in clinical social work. She is also certified in Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT) and holds a NJ-state certification in child sexual abuse treatment. She has published research in the area of eating disorders . She serves as an adjunct assistant professor at NYU & developed graduate curriculum in the areas of Anxiety, Practice, Trauma & Eating Disorders Treatment.
Dr. Mary Mastria has been in private practice for over 25 years. She works with adults and couples. Her practice areas include relationship issues, mood disorders, trauma, chronic pain/TMS & body image/eating issues. She has advanced training and a doctorate in clinical social work. She is also certified in Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT) and holds a NJ-state certification in child sexual abuse treatment. She has published research in the area of eating disorders . She serves as an adjunct assistant professor at NYU & developed graduate curriculum in the areas of Anxiety, Practice, Trauma & Eating Disorders Treatment.
(908) 279-0842 View (908) 279-0842
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Nina Garland
Pre-Licensed Professional
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Maybe you've tried every method to manage the crippling anxiety or heavy depression, only to feel utterly stuck. Perhaps you feel deeply disconnected in your relationship or overwhelmed by a difficult life transition. If you value authenticity and are ready to stop settling for the status quo, I offer more than just coping—I offer a clear path to real, lasting change
Maybe you've tried every method to manage the crippling anxiety or heavy depression, only to feel utterly stuck. Perhaps you feel deeply disconnected in your relationship or overwhelmed by a difficult life transition. If you value authenticity and are ready to stop settling for the status quo, I offer more than just coping—I offer a clear path to real, lasting change
(646) 204-2295 View (646) 204-2295
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Lauren Conlon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Freehold, NJ 07728
Navigating the ups and downs of life is an ever-present journey, and one that can often feel isolating. Whatever you’re going through, you don’t have to face it alone. It’s not easy to open up about your mental health, but that courage opens the door to a journey of growth and self-understanding you may not have seen before. Together, we can create a therapeutic space to slow down and explore all the emotions you can and cannot name.
Navigating the ups and downs of life is an ever-present journey, and one that can often feel isolating. Whatever you’re going through, you don’t have to face it alone. It’s not easy to open up about your mental health, but that courage opens the door to a journey of growth and self-understanding you may not have seen before. Together, we can create a therapeutic space to slow down and explore all the emotions you can and cannot name.
(732) 226-1509 View (732) 226-1509
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Vincenzo Cavanagh
Pre-Licensed Professional, LAC
East Brunswick, NJ 08816
Whatever brought you to Psychology Today in search of a therapist, I want you to know that reaching out for support is one of the most constructive steps you can take for yourself. I genuinely want to help you (and all of my clients) grow into the remarkable person you aspire to be. My goal is to create a welcoming space where you feel heard and understood. Together, we can work on gaining clarity and insight about yourself. I aspire to help people such as yourself to chart your own path in becoming your best self while navigating internal struggles and achieving the fulfillment you truly deserve.
Whatever brought you to Psychology Today in search of a therapist, I want you to know that reaching out for support is one of the most constructive steps you can take for yourself. I genuinely want to help you (and all of my clients) grow into the remarkable person you aspire to be. My goal is to create a welcoming space where you feel heard and understood. Together, we can work on gaining clarity and insight about yourself. I aspire to help people such as yourself to chart your own path in becoming your best self while navigating internal struggles and achieving the fulfillment you truly deserve.
(732) 453-4265 View (732) 453-4265
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Abby Bramnick
Art Therapist, MA, LCAT, ATR-BC
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
We all have our “stuff.” It’s part of what makes us human. Some of this causes distress in our daily life that can lead to overwhelming emotions. As painful as life can sometimes feel, these moments provide the opportunity for growth and healing. My approach is genuine, straight forward, integrative, holistic, humorous and relational. I facilitate open and honest communication with clients. Developing trust and safety in our relationship is my foremost priority.
We all have our “stuff.” It’s part of what makes us human. Some of this causes distress in our daily life that can lead to overwhelming emotions. As painful as life can sometimes feel, these moments provide the opportunity for growth and healing. My approach is genuine, straight forward, integrative, holistic, humorous and relational. I facilitate open and honest communication with clients. Developing trust and safety in our relationship is my foremost priority.
(646) 956-4296 View (646) 956-4296
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Sara I Gibson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, MEd, RYT-500
4 Endorsed
Manasquan, NJ 08736
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Somatic Experiencing Practitioner & Assistant, Meditation Facilitator, Art Educator, and Embodiment Coach.
I see the value in individual therapy & coaching, somatic embodiment practice, connecting to one’s Highest Self, mindfulness, and creativity. I offer Individual Therapy, Embodiment Coaching, Somatic Experiencing, EMDR, Nervous System Regulation, Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy, Clinical Hypnosis, Reiki, and more. In person/virtual in NJ, virtual in CO & FL.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Somatic Experiencing Practitioner & Assistant, Meditation Facilitator, Art Educator, and Embodiment Coach.
I see the value in individual therapy & coaching, somatic embodiment practice, connecting to one’s Highest Self, mindfulness, and creativity. I offer Individual Therapy, Embodiment Coaching, Somatic Experiencing, EMDR, Nervous System Regulation, Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy, Clinical Hypnosis, Reiki, and more. In person/virtual in NJ, virtual in CO & FL.
(732) 784-4134 View (732) 784-4134
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Sheri Degani
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, TEP
Highland Park, NJ 08904
I am trained in cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, EMDR, hypnotherapy, somatic intervention, mindfulness, internal family systems, visualization, psychodrama and life-coaching.
With over 34 years of experience, I have the skills and resources to guide you toward implementing significant changes in your life. My clients seek self-knowledge, higher self-esteem and better relationships. I help them achieve those goals by creating a safe, non-judgmental space that allows them to open up and freely express themselves. During our sessions, we will identify self-sabotaging patterns and, in partnership, will develop a plan tailored to your individual needs. Together, we will open doors and seek opportunities to enhance self-acceptance and improve your overall quality of life.
I am trained in cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, EMDR, hypnotherapy, somatic intervention, mindfulness, internal family systems, visualization, psychodrama and life-coaching.
With over 34 years of experience, I have the skills and resources to guide you toward implementing significant changes in your life. My clients seek self-knowledge, higher self-esteem and better relationships. I help them achieve those goals by creating a safe, non-judgmental space that allows them to open up and freely express themselves. During our sessions, we will identify self-sabotaging patterns and, in partnership, will develop a plan tailored to your individual needs. Together, we will open doors and seek opportunities to enhance self-acceptance and improve your overall quality of life.
(848) 308-7443 View (848) 308-7443
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Mariama Diallo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW,
Online Only
I am dedicated to supporting individuals who have experienced trauma, anxiety, depression, PTSD, and borderline personality disorder. I work with both adults and children facing challenges such as sexual violence, intimate partner violence, family violence, bullying, FGM/C, and Forced Marriage. My passion lies in providing a compassionate, understanding space where clients feel heard and supported. Everyone’s journey is unique, and I strive to help my clients process their experiences, build resilience, and regain a sense of control in their lives.
I am dedicated to supporting individuals who have experienced trauma, anxiety, depression, PTSD, and borderline personality disorder. I work with both adults and children facing challenges such as sexual violence, intimate partner violence, family violence, bullying, FGM/C, and Forced Marriage. My passion lies in providing a compassionate, understanding space where clients feel heard and supported. Everyone’s journey is unique, and I strive to help my clients process their experiences, build resilience, and regain a sense of control in their lives.
(973) 547-1653 View (973) 547-1653
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Rebecca Gady-Ryan - Anxiety, Depression, Coping
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Cranford, NJ 07016
Rebecca Gady-Ryan is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Clinical Supervisor. Rebecca earned her Master's Degree in Social Work from Fordham University and has worked in various clinical roles with adults and adolescents experiencing a wide range of issues such as anxiety, depression, challenges with emotional regulation, grief, trauma, relationship issues, stress, health challenges, and difficult life transitions.
Rebecca Gady-Ryan is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Clinical Supervisor. Rebecca earned her Master's Degree in Social Work from Fordham University and has worked in various clinical roles with adults and adolescents experiencing a wide range of issues such as anxiety, depression, challenges with emotional regulation, grief, trauma, relationship issues, stress, health challenges, and difficult life transitions.
(908) 860-9930 View (908) 860-9930

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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.