Somatic Therapists in Centerville, OH

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Ellisa Pearson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
1 Endorsed
Centerville, OH 45459
I also value incorporating somatic awareness, holistic wellness, and honoring each client’s personal beliefs and spirituality.
Welcome! I am a Licensed Social Worker who believes healing happens in safe, supportive relationships. I bring both professional training and lived experience into my work, creating a compassionate, respectful, and judgment-free space. I work primarily with women and teens navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, and life transitions. I also have experience supporting individuals impacted by addictive behaviors, intimate partner violence or abuse, and individuals across diverse identities and life experiences.
I also value incorporating somatic awareness, holistic wellness, and honoring each client’s personal beliefs and spirituality.
Welcome! I am a Licensed Social Worker who believes healing happens in safe, supportive relationships. I bring both professional training and lived experience into my work, creating a compassionate, respectful, and judgment-free space. I work primarily with women and teens navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, and life transitions. I also have experience supporting individuals impacted by addictive behaviors, intimate partner violence or abuse, and individuals across diverse identities and life experiences.
(937) 787-5579 View (937) 787-5579
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Charles A Roberts
Counselor, LPCC-S, CSAT, RAE, BSP
9 Endorsed
Centerville, OH 45459
Brainspotting is a somatic and brain-based therapy for treating trauma, anxiety, and more.
Enrolling soon: Trauma Therapy Group. Email me to inquire. Anxiety, shame, depression, and relationship stress are some of the most common impacts of trauma. Whether you have experienced trauma from childhood abuse or neglect, interpersonal violence, combat, infidelity or from your calling as a first responder or mental health professional, you deserve liberation. If you are stuck, overwhelmed or hopeless, I would be honored to sit with you, hear your story and help you find or restore joy and peace in your life.
Brainspotting is a somatic and brain-based therapy for treating trauma, anxiety, and more.
Enrolling soon: Trauma Therapy Group. Email me to inquire. Anxiety, shame, depression, and relationship stress are some of the most common impacts of trauma. Whether you have experienced trauma from childhood abuse or neglect, interpersonal violence, combat, infidelity or from your calling as a first responder or mental health professional, you deserve liberation. If you are stuck, overwhelmed or hopeless, I would be honored to sit with you, hear your story and help you find or restore joy and peace in your life.
(937) 982-4538 View (937) 982-4538
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Polaris Counseling Group
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Centerville, OH 45459
At Polaris Counseling Group, we work with individuals who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from their sense of purpose. Many of our clients are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD or other major life transitions—seeking clarity, healing, and direction. They’re ready to better understand themselves and build healthier patterns in their relationships, emotions, and identity.
At Polaris Counseling Group, we work with individuals who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from their sense of purpose. Many of our clients are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD or other major life transitions—seeking clarity, healing, and direction. They’re ready to better understand themselves and build healthier patterns in their relationships, emotions, and identity.
(513) 905-4491 View (513) 905-4491
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Keirsten Thomas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
1 Endorsed
Centerville, OH 45459
You don’t have to carry the weight of life’s transitions, stress, or past experiences alone. My practice is rooted in a simple philosophy: therapy should be a safe harbor, not a rigid hierarchy. I prioritize creating a comfortable, relaxed environment where you can show up exactly as you are, without fear of judgment.
You don’t have to carry the weight of life’s transitions, stress, or past experiences alone. My practice is rooted in a simple philosophy: therapy should be a safe harbor, not a rigid hierarchy. I prioritize creating a comfortable, relaxed environment where you can show up exactly as you are, without fear of judgment.
(937) 860-2344 View (937) 860-2344
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Keith Vukasinovich
Counselor, MSEd, MS, LPCC-S, 500-RYT
1 Endorsed
Centerville, OH 45459
I provide trauma-informed therapy that blends evidence-based talk therapy with somatic, mind-body approaches.
My ideal clients are people who feel stuck under the weight of stress, anxiety, grief, or trauma—whether the pain is recent or something they’ve carried for years. Many are high-functioning on the outside but internally feel depleted, on edge, or emotionally disconnected. They’re ready for practical, evidence-informed tools to calm the nervous system, make sense of what happened, and shift patterns that keep showing up in relationships, work, and daily life. Together, we work toward lasting change: greater clarity, steadier confidence, and a more grounded, integrated way of living.
I provide trauma-informed therapy that blends evidence-based talk therapy with somatic, mind-body approaches.
My ideal clients are people who feel stuck under the weight of stress, anxiety, grief, or trauma—whether the pain is recent or something they’ve carried for years. Many are high-functioning on the outside but internally feel depleted, on edge, or emotionally disconnected. They’re ready for practical, evidence-informed tools to calm the nervous system, make sense of what happened, and shift patterns that keep showing up in relationships, work, and daily life. Together, we work toward lasting change: greater clarity, steadier confidence, and a more grounded, integrated way of living.
(937) 672-1424 View (937) 672-1424
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Cyndi Swafford
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
1 Endorsed
Centerville, OH 45459
Integrating relational, neurobiological, and somatic approaches—including Brainspotting—I help clients move from dysregulation toward lasting regulation, resilience, and meaningful change through an attuned therapeutic relationship.
You might be managing stress, trauma, or relationship challenges while trying to hold everything together. You want better communication, stronger boundaries, and greater emotional balance. You’re looking for support that feels safe, collaborative, and practical—where insight and skill-building help you move forward with confidence. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, trauma, relational conflict, or stress that feels “in the body,” our work will focus on strengthening your regulation capacity, expanding awareness of internal experience, and fostering a supportive therapeutic relationship to help you feel more grounded and present.
Integrating relational, neurobiological, and somatic approaches—including Brainspotting—I help clients move from dysregulation toward lasting regulation, resilience, and meaningful change through an attuned therapeutic relationship.
You might be managing stress, trauma, or relationship challenges while trying to hold everything together. You want better communication, stronger boundaries, and greater emotional balance. You’re looking for support that feels safe, collaborative, and practical—where insight and skill-building help you move forward with confidence. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, trauma, relational conflict, or stress that feels “in the body,” our work will focus on strengthening your regulation capacity, expanding awareness of internal experience, and fostering a supportive therapeutic relationship to help you feel more grounded and present.
(937) 499-3407 View (937) 499-3407
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Veronica Saulog-Berry
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC-S, NCC, CCMHC
Online Only
I am trauma-informed and I utilize ego state work/parts, somatic, and attachment theory with EMDR to treat trauma and other distressing life experiences.
My treatment philosophy is based on our capacity to heal. My primary means of treatment is EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). EMDR reprocesses traumatic memories. Our brains use thought patterns to bring ideas, feelings and sensations to the forefront without discrimination. In instances of unresolved trauma, our ability to move forward in our lives is blocked, because thought patterns allow past trauma to continue to be replayed as if happening in the present. I collaborate with my clients via EMDR to reprocess trauma, allowing the brain to let natural healing occur.
I am trauma-informed and I utilize ego state work/parts, somatic, and attachment theory with EMDR to treat trauma and other distressing life experiences.
My treatment philosophy is based on our capacity to heal. My primary means of treatment is EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). EMDR reprocesses traumatic memories. Our brains use thought patterns to bring ideas, feelings and sensations to the forefront without discrimination. In instances of unresolved trauma, our ability to move forward in our lives is blocked, because thought patterns allow past trauma to continue to be replayed as if happening in the present. I collaborate with my clients via EMDR to reprocess trauma, allowing the brain to let natural healing occur.
(937) 729-2666 View (937) 729-2666
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John Wheeler
Counselor, LPCC
Serves Area
I’m John, and I work with teens and adults who are done pretending they’re “fine.” If your thoughts feel messy, emotions feel loud, or life feels off-track, this is a space where you don’t have to filter yourself. Whether you’re stuck in family chaos, battling anxiety, questioning who you are, or drowning in stress and self-doubt, we’ll get honest about what’s not working and change it. Therapy here is real, direct, and focused on helping you build confidence and a life that actually feels like yours.
I’m John, and I work with teens and adults who are done pretending they’re “fine.” If your thoughts feel messy, emotions feel loud, or life feels off-track, this is a space where you don’t have to filter yourself. Whether you’re stuck in family chaos, battling anxiety, questioning who you are, or drowning in stress and self-doubt, we’ll get honest about what’s not working and change it. Therapy here is real, direct, and focused on helping you build confidence and a life that actually feels like yours.
(937) 887-3950 View (937) 887-3950
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Cody Arnett
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Serves Area
Life can feel overwhelming when you’ve lost your sense of direction. My goal is to help you rediscover clarity, confidence, and balance, one step at a time. I specialize in supporting adults struggling with anxiety, trauma, depression, OCD, and many other major life transitions. My approach is practical, collaborative, and rooted in evidence-based methods such as CBT, CPT, SFT, ERP, ACT, and DBT. I also bring 12+ years of business leadership experience helping people under pressure. Together, we’ll identify what’s keeping you stuck, challenge unhelpful patterns, and build skills to move forward with clarity, confidence, and calm.
Life can feel overwhelming when you’ve lost your sense of direction. My goal is to help you rediscover clarity, confidence, and balance, one step at a time. I specialize in supporting adults struggling with anxiety, trauma, depression, OCD, and many other major life transitions. My approach is practical, collaborative, and rooted in evidence-based methods such as CBT, CPT, SFT, ERP, ACT, and DBT. I also bring 12+ years of business leadership experience helping people under pressure. Together, we’ll identify what’s keeping you stuck, challenge unhelpful patterns, and build skills to move forward with clarity, confidence, and calm.
(513) 756-2219 View (513) 756-2219
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EMDR Concierge
Counselor, BS,MSEd, LPCC, NPT-C, NCRIM-P, SIRH-PT
Serves Area
Dedication to providing high level services for busy adults through continued specialized trainings in brain based inventions: EMDR w/headache/ Somatic/PTSD/ CPTSD/ADHD/DID/DDNOS/recent trauma incident.
Offering personalized service options and the effective EMDR Therapy modality that can provide the boost and results you are seeking. Whether you're wanting a 2X or 10X change, we're ready to welcome you today. We provide 11 years experience in facilitating the variations of the popular EMDR modality for enhanced cognitive processing that can result in greater coherence, distress relief, and your best self on a more regular basis. Experienced in recent incident recovery, PTSD, DID, CPTSD, FND, and attachment/developmental impacts treatment and more general symptoms of headaches, brain fog, lethargy and relational distress.
Dedication to providing high level services for busy adults through continued specialized trainings in brain based inventions: EMDR w/headache/ Somatic/PTSD/ CPTSD/ADHD/DID/DDNOS/recent trauma incident.
Offering personalized service options and the effective EMDR Therapy modality that can provide the boost and results you are seeking. Whether you're wanting a 2X or 10X change, we're ready to welcome you today. We provide 11 years experience in facilitating the variations of the popular EMDR modality for enhanced cognitive processing that can result in greater coherence, distress relief, and your best self on a more regular basis. Experienced in recent incident recovery, PTSD, DID, CPTSD, FND, and attachment/developmental impacts treatment and more general symptoms of headaches, brain fog, lethargy and relational distress.
(937) 719-5087 View (937) 719-5087
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Holly D. Karban
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CCTS
Serves Area
Congratulations on taking the first step towards positive change. Please know that I appreciate & respect clients from all walks of life, regardless of age, race, sexuality, socioeconomic background, ethnicity, & religion. I welcome children, adolescents, adults, traditional & modern families/couples. Because therapy is not “one size fits all,” I utilize more of an eclectic approach to the process, and treat every client as the unique individual that YOU are.
Congratulations on taking the first step towards positive change. Please know that I appreciate & respect clients from all walks of life, regardless of age, race, sexuality, socioeconomic background, ethnicity, & religion. I welcome children, adolescents, adults, traditional & modern families/couples. Because therapy is not “one size fits all,” I utilize more of an eclectic approach to the process, and treat every client as the unique individual that YOU are.
(937) 410-0519 View (937) 410-0519
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InBalance Counseling & Hypnotherapy
Counselor, MS, LPCC, CCTP, BSP, CCH
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Specialties include: Hypnotherapy, EMDR, Brainspotting, IFS informed, trauma recovery, positive psychology emphasis, polyvagal/ somatic experiencing, compassion focused, CBT/Solution Focused, divorce/breakup recovery.
My counseling approach is centered on collaboration and empowerment, helping you identify and work through patterns that are negatively impacting your daily life. I specialize in using proven methods to uncover the root causes of these challenges. As we address and resolve these underlying issues, you’ll experience a decrease in emotional and psychological upsets and a growing ability to tap into your strengths, guiding you toward greater balance and resilience.
Specialties include: Hypnotherapy, EMDR, Brainspotting, IFS informed, trauma recovery, positive psychology emphasis, polyvagal/ somatic experiencing, compassion focused, CBT/Solution Focused, divorce/breakup recovery.
My counseling approach is centered on collaboration and empowerment, helping you identify and work through patterns that are negatively impacting your daily life. I specialize in using proven methods to uncover the root causes of these challenges. As we address and resolve these underlying issues, you’ll experience a decrease in emotional and psychological upsets and a growing ability to tap into your strengths, guiding you toward greater balance and resilience.
(937) 387-7324 View (937) 387-7324
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Demelza V Stoudt
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Serves Area
My style is a holistic approach based upon individual needs that includes elements of acceptance and commitment therapy, mindfulness, positive psychology, and a somatic/body-centric approach to help you heal though the mind and body connection.
I am a student of life. I love to travel, have lived in multiple states, & met amazing people with their own unique perspectives, opening my eyes to different cultures & ways of thinking. In 2014, I felt it was time to plant my roots, so I moved to Ohio to be closer to family & bring my experience to my practice. I offer individual therapy to adults that focus on a person as a whole. I strongly believe in a collaborative relationship where your treatment is led by you within a welcome, safe space that will encourage you the freedom to feel heard, grow & heal. The design of this is to be able to meet you where you are at in life.
My style is a holistic approach based upon individual needs that includes elements of acceptance and commitment therapy, mindfulness, positive psychology, and a somatic/body-centric approach to help you heal though the mind and body connection.
I am a student of life. I love to travel, have lived in multiple states, & met amazing people with their own unique perspectives, opening my eyes to different cultures & ways of thinking. In 2014, I felt it was time to plant my roots, so I moved to Ohio to be closer to family & bring my experience to my practice. I offer individual therapy to adults that focus on a person as a whole. I strongly believe in a collaborative relationship where your treatment is led by you within a welcome, safe space that will encourage you the freedom to feel heard, grow & heal. The design of this is to be able to meet you where you are at in life.
(937) 884-3473 View (937) 884-3473
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Lauren Stone
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MEd, LPCC
Serves Area
I integrate Internal Family Systems (IFS), Attachment Theory, DBT, person-centered therapy, and somatic approaches.
I connect best with individuals who feel and think deeply but struggle to understand or communicate their emotional world to others. You may feel misunderstood, “too much,” or alone in your experiences. You might long for close relationships but find yourself caught in painful or repeating patterns. Many of my clients have experienced attachment wounds, childhood trauma, Complex PTSD, or symptoms of Borderline Personality Disorder. You may feel overwhelmed by intense emotions or fear abandonment and rejection. At your core, you want to feel secure, understood, and accepted — both by others and within yourself.
I integrate Internal Family Systems (IFS), Attachment Theory, DBT, person-centered therapy, and somatic approaches.
I connect best with individuals who feel and think deeply but struggle to understand or communicate their emotional world to others. You may feel misunderstood, “too much,” or alone in your experiences. You might long for close relationships but find yourself caught in painful or repeating patterns. Many of my clients have experienced attachment wounds, childhood trauma, Complex PTSD, or symptoms of Borderline Personality Disorder. You may feel overwhelmed by intense emotions or fear abandonment and rejection. At your core, you want to feel secure, understood, and accepted — both by others and within yourself.
(937) 343-4191 View (937) 343-4191
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Danielle Deike
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-S
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
If you're looking for a more integrated approach, somatic work as well as exploring cognitive beliefs is a great place to start.
I am trained in a variety of therapeutic interventions and strive to provide a holistic mind-body approach to help clients integrate their experiences in an embodied way. I am Certified in Eye Movement and Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and like to utilize attachement theory in working with clients.
If you're looking for a more integrated approach, somatic work as well as exploring cognitive beliefs is a great place to start.
I am trained in a variety of therapeutic interventions and strive to provide a holistic mind-body approach to help clients integrate their experiences in an embodied way. I am Certified in Eye Movement and Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and like to utilize attachement theory in working with clients.
(937) 882-5454 View (937) 882-5454
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Paula Long
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S, DARTT
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
Anxiety, shame, depression, substance use, and relationship stress are some of the most common impacts of trauma. Whether this came from childhood abuse or neglect or a traumatic event in your adult life, you may be left feeling insecure, sad, fearful, angry, unloved, and unworthy. You may feel there is no one who would understand or who could help you. I want you to know that you are not alone and there is help available! I would be honored to come along side you during your journey to find peace and healing. I will provide a compassionate, empathetic space to listen to your story. Every story matters!
Anxiety, shame, depression, substance use, and relationship stress are some of the most common impacts of trauma. Whether this came from childhood abuse or neglect or a traumatic event in your adult life, you may be left feeling insecure, sad, fearful, angry, unloved, and unworthy. You may feel there is no one who would understand or who could help you. I want you to know that you are not alone and there is help available! I would be honored to come along side you during your journey to find peace and healing. I will provide a compassionate, empathetic space to listen to your story. Every story matters!
(937) 807-4327 View (937) 807-4327

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John O’brien
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Online Only
Anger that feels uncontrollable, obsessive-compulsive thoughts that won’t quiet down, or Autism-related challenges that disrupt your day can leave life feeling unpredictable and draining. These experiences are real, and finding ways to manage them takes patience and understanding. I specialize in anger management, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and Autism, helping clients reduce reactivity, ease compulsions, and navigate social and sensory stressors with more confidence and calm.
Anger that feels uncontrollable, obsessive-compulsive thoughts that won’t quiet down, or Autism-related challenges that disrupt your day can leave life feeling unpredictable and draining. These experiences are real, and finding ways to manage them takes patience and understanding. I specialize in anger management, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and Autism, helping clients reduce reactivity, ease compulsions, and navigate social and sensory stressors with more confidence and calm.
(220) 208-7059 View (220) 208-7059
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Kaitlyn Olsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW
1 Endorsed
Middletown, OH 45042
Losses, accidents, people, you name it, are downright cruel at times, knocking you off your feet and leaving you clueless on how to move forward. The good news though, there are proven ways that therapy can help you determine how to move forward, understand your needs, become equipped should another crisis occur, and much more.
Losses, accidents, people, you name it, are downright cruel at times, knocking you off your feet and leaving you clueless on how to move forward. The good news though, there are proven ways that therapy can help you determine how to move forward, understand your needs, become equipped should another crisis occur, and much more.
(937) 871-2542 View (937) 871-2542
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Becca Moore
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
4 Endorsed
West Chester, OH 45069
I offer a child-centered approach that includes EMDR, mindfulness, EFT, somatic experiencing, ACT, and CBT.
Welcome! I'm Miss Becca, and I am a child therapist for kids ages 1-12, as well as kids, teens, and adults with developmental disabilities. I specialize in working with kids under 5! I also have extensive training in trauma-informed care and am trained in EMDR for treating children with trauma. Whether your child is experiencing trauma, anxiety, OCD, phobias, self-esteem difficulties, bullying, behavioral concerns, adoption/foster care concerns, LGBTQ+ concerns, or adjustment difficulties, I can't wait to meet you! I offer a family-centered approach that allows learning and healing to expand from the therapy space into the home.
I offer a child-centered approach that includes EMDR, mindfulness, EFT, somatic experiencing, ACT, and CBT.
Welcome! I'm Miss Becca, and I am a child therapist for kids ages 1-12, as well as kids, teens, and adults with developmental disabilities. I specialize in working with kids under 5! I also have extensive training in trauma-informed care and am trained in EMDR for treating children with trauma. Whether your child is experiencing trauma, anxiety, OCD, phobias, self-esteem difficulties, bullying, behavioral concerns, adoption/foster care concerns, LGBTQ+ concerns, or adjustment difficulties, I can't wait to meet you! I offer a family-centered approach that allows learning and healing to expand from the therapy space into the home.
(513) 202-6021 View (513) 202-6021
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Revive Therapy LLC
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC-S, LICDCCS, RYT
Troy, OH 45373
In my practice, I frequently use Somatic Experiencing and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
Hello and welcome. My name is Michelle Ceyler. I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor, and Registered Yoga Teacher. Since beginning to practice in 2015, I have specialized in treating trauma (including PTSD), anxiety, and alcohol or substance use concerns. I also have experience working with ADHD, depression, bipolar, borderline personality disorder, self-esteem concerns, and co-dependency. My work integrates talk therapy with the option of gentle, body-based practices. I offer individual therapy and small group experiences and do not provide couples or family therapy.
In my practice, I frequently use Somatic Experiencing and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
Hello and welcome. My name is Michelle Ceyler. I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor, and Registered Yoga Teacher. Since beginning to practice in 2015, I have specialized in treating trauma (including PTSD), anxiety, and alcohol or substance use concerns. I also have experience working with ADHD, depression, bipolar, borderline personality disorder, self-esteem concerns, and co-dependency. My work integrates talk therapy with the option of gentle, body-based practices. I offer individual therapy and small group experiences and do not provide couples or family therapy.
(937) 860-2312 View (937) 860-2312

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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.