Somatic Therapists in 85215
Chrissy Reade
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, SEP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mesa, AZ 85215 (Online Only)
Somatic experiencing supports working with trauma and identifying stuck survival responses (fight, flight, freeze) in order to help "reset" your nervous system.
If you are frequently feeling trapped and are so sick of the race you are not alone. If you have never been to therapy...Welcome! If you have been to therapy many times or have even been in therapy for years and you have all the “understanding” of what is wrong, but aren’t getting better, you also are not alone. Guess what? There is more to counseling than just re-telling your most painful memories. In fact, research is showing us that doing this is actually harmful and re-traumatizes people. You see, when you talk about trauma, your body has a physiological response, it actually can think it is back in that situation.
Somatic experiencing supports working with trauma and identifying stuck survival responses (fight, flight, freeze) in order to help "reset" your nervous system.
If you are frequently feeling trapped and are so sick of the race you are not alone. If you have never been to therapy...Welcome! If you have been to therapy many times or have even been in therapy for years and you have all the “understanding” of what is wrong, but aren’t getting better, you also are not alone. Guess what? There is more to counseling than just re-telling your most painful memories. In fact, research is showing us that doing this is actually harmful and re-traumatizes people. You see, when you talk about trauma, your body has a physiological response, it actually can think it is back in that situation.
Tara Beach
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, ATR-BC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Mesa, AZ 85215 (Online Only)
My clients describe me as easy to talk to, insightful, warm, and occasionally funny. I strive to help my clients find balance as they struggle with major life transitions, like early adulthood and becoming a parent. If mood swings and negative thoughts start to trigger earlier traumas or anxieties, I will be there to help my clients navigate a path forward to a better future. I work to help my clients heal from the past, organize the present, and grow into the best versions of themselves. I support clients in developing healthier relationships with their families, friends, and most importantly: themselves.
My clients describe me as easy to talk to, insightful, warm, and occasionally funny. I strive to help my clients find balance as they struggle with major life transitions, like early adulthood and becoming a parent. If mood swings and negative thoughts start to trigger earlier traumas or anxieties, I will be there to help my clients navigate a path forward to a better future. I work to help my clients heal from the past, organize the present, and grow into the best versions of themselves. I support clients in developing healthier relationships with their families, friends, and most importantly: themselves.
Kaisa Asunto
Counselor, MS, NCC, LAC
Verified Verified
Mesa, AZ 85215
Hello beautiful soul! I am so excited at the thought of being a part of your journey! I know that life can get overwhelming and complicated at times. Perhaps you feel stuck, weighed down, buried, or even like you’re drowning. I can absolutely relate to that. I’ve found that the best way to work through my pain is through the loving guidance and connection with someone able to help me view things from a different perspective. Most likely, your nervous system has been on overdrive for quite some time. Perhaps you find yourself repeating patterns or cycles, and just need a little assistance to move into a healthier state of being.
Hello beautiful soul! I am so excited at the thought of being a part of your journey! I know that life can get overwhelming and complicated at times. Perhaps you feel stuck, weighed down, buried, or even like you’re drowning. I can absolutely relate to that. I’ve found that the best way to work through my pain is through the loving guidance and connection with someone able to help me view things from a different perspective. Most likely, your nervous system has been on overdrive for quite some time. Perhaps you find yourself repeating patterns or cycles, and just need a little assistance to move into a healthier state of 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.