Somatic Therapists in Pearl River, NY
Life can present us with a multitude of stressors, and we all experience moments that challenge our emotional and mental well-being. As a LCSW, I specialize in mindfulness, I teach patients effective breathing techniques and tapping methods to foster emotional resilience and reduce stress. My unique approach also incorporates sound therapy, utilizing tuning forks to create a soothing atmosphere that promotes relaxation and healing. Through guided visualization, patients connect with their inner strength and envision a path towards wellness.
Life can present us with a multitude of stressors, and we all experience moments that challenge our emotional and mental well-being. As a LCSW, I specialize in mindfulness, I teach patients effective breathing techniques and tapping methods to foster emotional resilience and reduce stress. My unique approach also incorporates sound therapy, utilizing tuning forks to create a soothing atmosphere that promotes relaxation and healing. Through guided visualization, patients connect with their inner strength and envision a path towards wellness.
My approach is primarily informed by Somatic Experiencing, a model that helps us access the body’s natural ability to heal.
Now seeing clients in New York.
If you’ve found your way to this page, chances are you, or someone you care about, are feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, anxious, or stuck. Reaching out for support takes courage, especially when you're unsure of what to expect. You're here, and that’s a powerful first step! As human beings, we are wired for connection, and healing often begins in the presence of a safe, supportive relationship. In therapy, you can gain a deeper understanding of your experiences, recognize and express your needs, and cultivate more fulfilling relationships with others and with yourself.
My approach is primarily informed by Somatic Experiencing, a model that helps us access the body’s natural ability to heal.
Now seeing clients in New York.
If you’ve found your way to this page, chances are you, or someone you care about, are feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, anxious, or stuck. Reaching out for support takes courage, especially when you're unsure of what to expect. You're here, and that’s a powerful first step! As human beings, we are wired for connection, and healing often begins in the presence of a safe, supportive relationship. In therapy, you can gain a deeper understanding of your experiences, recognize and express your needs, and cultivate more fulfilling relationships with others and with yourself.
Life is a journey, it may be a cliché, but it's a statement of truth. Now imagine traveling that journey in a car. Sometimes the road is smooth, and other times, we hit a bump or two and keep on going. Maybe a pothole slows you down, so you pull over because you can't move any longer. You're stuck and can't figure out how to get moving again. You realize you need someone to help you get back on the road.
Life is a journey, it may be a cliché, but it's a statement of truth. Now imagine traveling that journey in a car. Sometimes the road is smooth, and other times, we hit a bump or two and keep on going. Maybe a pothole slows you down, so you pull over because you can't move any longer. You're stuck and can't figure out how to get moving again. You realize you need someone to help you get back on the road.
As a Licensed Creative Arts Therapist, I utilize various modalities with a somatic and relational approach.
I draw from a holistic perspective building upon trust inviting you into a safe space. I support you in your innate capacity to heal serving as a witness for identifying key issues in your process to unpeel layers, shift narratives, and weave in healthy patterns. I am certified in Bilateral Drawing Techniques for healing Trauma. Polyvagal and IFS informed.
As a Licensed Creative Arts Therapist, I utilize various modalities with a somatic and relational approach.
I draw from a holistic perspective building upon trust inviting you into a safe space. I support you in your innate capacity to heal serving as a witness for identifying key issues in your process to unpeel layers, shift narratives, and weave in healthy patterns. I am certified in Bilateral Drawing Techniques for healing Trauma. Polyvagal and IFS informed.
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Makenzi earned her master’s and doctorate degrees in Marriage and Family Therapy from Touro University. With a background in theatre, she brings a unique ability to create a safe and supportive environment grounded in authenticity, storytelling, and empathy. Makenzi specializes in working with adolescents, families, and couples on issues that may include trauma, abuse, infidelity, and developmental disabilities. Makenzi is highly trained in The Gottman Method, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Sand Tray Therapy, and Yoga Therapy, offering a versatile and compassionate approach to healing and growth.
Makenzi earned her master’s and doctorate degrees in Marriage and Family Therapy from Touro University. With a background in theatre, she brings a unique ability to create a safe and supportive environment grounded in authenticity, storytelling, and empathy. Makenzi specializes in working with adolescents, families, and couples on issues that may include trauma, abuse, infidelity, and developmental disabilities. Makenzi is highly trained in The Gottman Method, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Sand Tray Therapy, and Yoga Therapy, offering a versatile and compassionate approach to healing and growth.
Coaching typically includes skill-building, somatic awareness, reflection, and practical strategies tailored to your life and nervous system.
People who come to me often feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from themselves, even though they’re genuinely trying to do the “right” things. Many are neurodivergent, disabled, LGBTQIA2S+, or navigating identity shifts, relationship patterns, burnout, or life transitions.
They want practical skills and clarity with space to be human. They’re looking for support that honors their nervous system, values, and lived experience, rather than pushing them to change who they are.
As a trans, intersex, queer, neurodivergent, and disabled coach, I work with people within these communities and with those outside of them.
Coaching typically includes skill-building, somatic awareness, reflection, and practical strategies tailored to your life and nervous system.
People who come to me often feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from themselves, even though they’re genuinely trying to do the “right” things. Many are neurodivergent, disabled, LGBTQIA2S+, or navigating identity shifts, relationship patterns, burnout, or life transitions.
They want practical skills and clarity with space to be human. They’re looking for support that honors their nervous system, values, and lived experience, rather than pushing them to change who they are.
As a trans, intersex, queer, neurodivergent, and disabled coach, I work with people within these communities and with those outside of them.
Through a blend of somatic work, practical tools, and deep reflection, we'll explore what's going on beneath the surface.
Do you feel emotionally exhausted, stuck in patterns you don’t fully understand, or disconnected from yourself or others? Many people come to therapy feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or unsure why things feel so hard—even when life looks “fine” on the outside. You don’t have to navigate that alone. Therapy is a space where you can slow down, feel understood, and begin to make sense of what’s been weighing on you. Whether you’re working through trauma, relationship challenges, or a major life transition, our work will focus on helping you feel more grounded, empowered, and connected.
Through a blend of somatic work, practical tools, and deep reflection, we'll explore what's going on beneath the surface.
Do you feel emotionally exhausted, stuck in patterns you don’t fully understand, or disconnected from yourself or others? Many people come to therapy feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or unsure why things feel so hard—even when life looks “fine” on the outside. You don’t have to navigate that alone. Therapy is a space where you can slow down, feel understood, and begin to make sense of what’s been weighing on you. Whether you’re working through trauma, relationship challenges, or a major life transition, our work will focus on helping you feel more grounded, empowered, and connected.
I practice Gestalt psychotherapy, Harm Reduction psychotherapy, and Somatic psychotherapy.
I like creativity in therapy. And see therapy as a process. Although I know various techniques and am Gestalt-focused, I believe that it is you and I together who create and discover the unique path that moves you toward the place that you want to be.
Each client has an existing energy and power of his or her own which will lead to a more meaningful life. We may lose access to or come to doubt that power at some point in life. I help clients re-connect to and access that power.
I practice Gestalt psychotherapy, Harm Reduction psychotherapy, and Somatic psychotherapy.
I like creativity in therapy. And see therapy as a process. Although I know various techniques and am Gestalt-focused, I believe that it is you and I together who create and discover the unique path that moves you toward the place that you want to be.
Each client has an existing energy and power of his or her own which will lead to a more meaningful life. We may lose access to or come to doubt that power at some point in life. I help clients re-connect to and access that power.
I use the latest cutting-edge modalities—neuroscience, applied kinesiology, somatic healing, and over 18 years as a Psychotherapist and Coach—to access and release what's been blocking you from accessing your full potential.
It's my deepest honor and purpose to work with you at the deepest level, where real transformation happens. The result: You reconnect with your heart and your core. You show up fully in leadership, relationships, and connected to purpose. You become the most connected, optimal version of yourself. This is precision healing for people who are ready.
I use the latest cutting-edge modalities—neuroscience, applied kinesiology, somatic healing, and over 18 years as a Psychotherapist and Coach—to access and release what's been blocking you from accessing your full potential.
It's my deepest honor and purpose to work with you at the deepest level, where real transformation happens. The result: You reconnect with your heart and your core. You show up fully in leadership, relationships, and connected to purpose. You become the most connected, optimal version of yourself. This is precision healing for people who are ready.
Through a blend of AEDP, parts work, and somatic therapies, you can reconnect with yourself, feel more grounded and at ease, and build meaningful, authentic relationships.
You’re juggling it all, but inside, you’re unraveling. The pressure to keep it together feels crushing—one mistake at work feels like everything will fall apart. And in your relationships, it’s like you’re invisible, carrying the weight alone. Days blur together, and you feel stuck in a loop, going through the motions but wondering if this is all life has to offer. Deep down, there’s a constant whisper: ‘When will it finally feel okay?' Secretly, you’re craving more: peace, genuine connection, and the freedom to just be—to feel seen, valued, and at ease in a life that finally feels like your own. I get it, and I'd love to help!
Through a blend of AEDP, parts work, and somatic therapies, you can reconnect with yourself, feel more grounded and at ease, and build meaningful, authentic relationships.
You’re juggling it all, but inside, you’re unraveling. The pressure to keep it together feels crushing—one mistake at work feels like everything will fall apart. And in your relationships, it’s like you’re invisible, carrying the weight alone. Days blur together, and you feel stuck in a loop, going through the motions but wondering if this is all life has to offer. Deep down, there’s a constant whisper: ‘When will it finally feel okay?' Secretly, you’re craving more: peace, genuine connection, and the freedom to just be—to feel seen, valued, and at ease in a life that finally feels like your own. I get it, and I'd love to help!
Ashlesha integrates evidence-based approaches, including CBT, ACT, and somatic techniques, to help clients better understand their emotions and experiences.
Ashlesha is a Mental Health Counselor dedicated to supporting individuals as they navigate the complexities of identity, healing, and relationships. She has worked with LGBTQIA+ individuals, people of color, and immigrant communities, providing a culturally humble space where the nuances of lived experience are deeply honored.
Ashlesha integrates evidence-based approaches, including CBT, ACT, and somatic techniques, to help clients better understand their emotions and experiences.
Ashlesha is a Mental Health Counselor dedicated to supporting individuals as they navigate the complexities of identity, healing, and relationships. She has worked with LGBTQIA+ individuals, people of color, and immigrant communities, providing a culturally humble space where the nuances of lived experience are deeply honored.
Whether you are stuck in cycles of anxiety/depression, seeking perinatal care from a knowledgeable specialist, are navigating challenges of living with a mood disorder, chronic illness, or grief, experiencing road bumps along your path to motherhood (pregnancy, postpartum difficulties, or infertility) - support is now available, as you choose to prioritise expanding your self-awareness, taking initiative to do the work to heal. In treatment, you can expect warmth and support of a professional who will be by your side, week-by-week, supporting you every step along your way to achieve transformative healing for your body and mind.
Whether you are stuck in cycles of anxiety/depression, seeking perinatal care from a knowledgeable specialist, are navigating challenges of living with a mood disorder, chronic illness, or grief, experiencing road bumps along your path to motherhood (pregnancy, postpartum difficulties, or infertility) - support is now available, as you choose to prioritise expanding your self-awareness, taking initiative to do the work to heal. In treatment, you can expect warmth and support of a professional who will be by your side, week-by-week, supporting you every step along your way to achieve transformative healing for your body and mind.
I weave together a strengths-based perspective, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic theory, mindfulness practices, and somatic work to support meaningful change in a nonjudgmental space.
My areas of focus include anxiety, depression, perinatal mental health, relationship challenges, attachment patterns, and navigating life transitions. I also bring specialized insight into the needs of athletes and performers, as a certified fitness and mindset coach (NASM-CPT). This experience fuels my my passion for mind-body integration and connection.
I weave together a strengths-based perspective, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic theory, mindfulness practices, and somatic work to support meaningful change in a nonjudgmental space.
My areas of focus include anxiety, depression, perinatal mental health, relationship challenges, attachment patterns, and navigating life transitions. I also bring specialized insight into the needs of athletes and performers, as a certified fitness and mindset coach (NASM-CPT). This experience fuels my my passion for mind-body integration and connection.
My ideal client struggles with anxiety, depression, and unresolved trauma, seeking healing and self-empowerment. They need a safe space to explore their emotions, gain clarity, and develop healthier coping strategies. Their goals include emotional regulation, self-compassion, and improving relationships. They want to heal past wounds, increase self-worth, and build a fulfilling life. Ultimately, they seek peace of mind, personal growth, and the ability to live authentically and with purpose.
My ideal client struggles with anxiety, depression, and unresolved trauma, seeking healing and self-empowerment. They need a safe space to explore their emotions, gain clarity, and develop healthier coping strategies. Their goals include emotional regulation, self-compassion, and improving relationships. They want to heal past wounds, increase self-worth, and build a fulfilling life. Ultimately, they seek peace of mind, personal growth, and the ability to live authentically and with purpose.
Are you tired of feeling weighed down by external expectations and disconnected from your own voice? Maybe you’re used to being the responsible one, the accommodating one, the one who keeps the peace even when it hurts. Over time, you may have started to lose sight of what you want, what you feel, and who you are outside of what others expect from you. In therapy, my goal is to create a space where you can practice honest self-expression, better understand your emotions, and begin making choices that align with the life you actually want to live.
Are you tired of feeling weighed down by external expectations and disconnected from your own voice? Maybe you’re used to being the responsible one, the accommodating one, the one who keeps the peace even when it hurts. Over time, you may have started to lose sight of what you want, what you feel, and who you are outside of what others expect from you. In therapy, my goal is to create a space where you can practice honest self-expression, better understand your emotions, and begin making choices that align with the life you actually want to live.
I use CBT, DBT, parts work, relational, and somatic approaches to help clients build resilience and reconnect with their authentic self.
Our bodies hold our stories — our joy and resilience, as well as our pain, fear, and the impact of what we’ve lived through. When stress, anxiety, trauma, or life transitions become overwhelming, life can begin to feel like survival rather than connection, authenticity, or truly living.
I use CBT, DBT, parts work, relational, and somatic approaches to help clients build resilience and reconnect with their authentic self.
Our bodies hold our stories — our joy and resilience, as well as our pain, fear, and the impact of what we’ve lived through. When stress, anxiety, trauma, or life transitions become overwhelming, life can begin to feel like survival rather than connection, authenticity, or truly living.
My emotion-focused and somatic practice integrates Experiential Dynamic Therapies, Psychodynamics, and Brainspotting.
Hi! I'm a mental health counselor practicing in Rochester, NY. I work with people struggling with anxiety, depression, chronic pain, and issues with identity, self-worth, and relationships. Together, we create a safe and supportive environment to tap into your inner strength for healing your mind, body, and spirit.
My emotion-focused and somatic practice integrates Experiential Dynamic Therapies, Psychodynamics, and Brainspotting.
Hi! I'm a mental health counselor practicing in Rochester, NY. I work with people struggling with anxiety, depression, chronic pain, and issues with identity, self-worth, and relationships. Together, we create a safe and supportive environment to tap into your inner strength for healing your mind, body, and spirit.
As a clinical mental health counselor and registered expressive arts therapy practitioner with 6 years of experience, I guide young adults, emerging adults, individuals, and couples through a range of mental health challenges. This includes cultural and life transitions, identity development, relational challenges, life stressors, post-traumatic stress, emotional regulation, and feelings of self-worth.
Working together, you can expect a brave space to explore, process, and heal at your pace. My approach is embodied, imaginative, and authentic, infusing cognitive person-centered techniques tailored to your goals and cultural context
As a clinical mental health counselor and registered expressive arts therapy practitioner with 6 years of experience, I guide young adults, emerging adults, individuals, and couples through a range of mental health challenges. This includes cultural and life transitions, identity development, relational challenges, life stressors, post-traumatic stress, emotional regulation, and feelings of self-worth.
Working together, you can expect a brave space to explore, process, and heal at your pace. My approach is embodied, imaginative, and authentic, infusing cognitive person-centered techniques tailored to your goals and cultural context
Are you caught between competing identities, beliefs, and desires? Are you struggling to heal from trauma, overcome despair, or maintain boundaries? Do you find yourself socially or politically misunderstood by those around you? Do you repeat the same unsatisfying patterns in work, friendship, relationships, and with yourself? Together, we can explore all this in a curious, collaborative, non-judgmental way. All feelings and beliefs are welcome, no matter how confusing or contradictory they may seem at first. I believe that the best therapy is affirming yet challenging, and built on trust, joy, and humor. It's never too late to try.
Are you caught between competing identities, beliefs, and desires? Are you struggling to heal from trauma, overcome despair, or maintain boundaries? Do you find yourself socially or politically misunderstood by those around you? Do you repeat the same unsatisfying patterns in work, friendship, relationships, and with yourself? Together, we can explore all this in a curious, collaborative, non-judgmental way. All feelings and beliefs are welcome, no matter how confusing or contradictory they may seem at first. I believe that the best therapy is affirming yet challenging, and built on trust, joy, and humor. It's never too late to try.
I work with teens & adults facing anxiety, OCD, trauma, and grief, using a blend of psychotherapy with mindfulness & somatic healing techniques.
If you have been struggling with anxiety and intrusive thoughts, navigating life transitions, or significant loss, I want you to know that healing is very much possible, even if you are feeling stuck. Regardless of whether this is your first experience with therapy or you have tried other options, you have made a wonderful decision looking to make a positive change in your life. Having a holistic, mind-body approach to therapy, I often find that healing is most successful when treating the entire being.
I work with teens & adults facing anxiety, OCD, trauma, and grief, using a blend of psychotherapy with mindfulness & somatic healing techniques.
If you have been struggling with anxiety and intrusive thoughts, navigating life transitions, or significant loss, I want you to know that healing is very much possible, even if you are feeling stuck. Regardless of whether this is your first experience with therapy or you have tried other options, you have made a wonderful decision looking to make a positive change in your life. Having a holistic, mind-body approach to therapy, I often find that healing is most successful when treating the entire being.
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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.