Somatic Therapists in Memphis, TN
The treatment of complex histories of trauma, eating disorders, and attachment disruptions must include interventions that rewire the brain from the bottom up, somatic movement to reintegrate the body with the brain, and a felt sense of safety, in the context of relationship. This provides lasting change for improved regulation, mood, energy, the ability to be present and attune to others. Too many therapies focus on decision making, problem solving, or changing your thoughts. This is not how we are wired to work. It leads to disappointment. My evidenced based interventions promise to be different.
The treatment of complex histories of trauma, eating disorders, and attachment disruptions must include interventions that rewire the brain from the bottom up, somatic movement to reintegrate the body with the brain, and a felt sense of safety, in the context of relationship. This provides lasting change for improved regulation, mood, energy, the ability to be present and attune to others. Too many therapies focus on decision making, problem solving, or changing your thoughts. This is not how we are wired to work. It leads to disappointment. My evidenced based interventions promise to be different.
Beth Rushing
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Memphis, TN 38112
Through a variety of modalities including talk therapy, somatic work, and EMDR, I am able to assist my clients.
Rachel Held Evans wrote that "we live inside an unfinished story." Are you lacking clarity about what you want to do with your life? Did you have a difficult or confusing childhood, and now struggle with connection to others? Did you experience a traumatic event or relationship that has been difficult to overcome on your own? Do you struggle in relationships and wonder why you have the same problems time and time again? Do you have a chronic illness and experience the emotional pain, disappointment, and despair it can bring? If any of this resonates with you, I can help you write the rest of your story.
Through a variety of modalities including talk therapy, somatic work, and EMDR, I am able to assist my clients.
Rachel Held Evans wrote that "we live inside an unfinished story." Are you lacking clarity about what you want to do with your life? Did you have a difficult or confusing childhood, and now struggle with connection to others? Did you experience a traumatic event or relationship that has been difficult to overcome on your own? Do you struggle in relationships and wonder why you have the same problems time and time again? Do you have a chronic illness and experience the emotional pain, disappointment, and despair it can bring? If any of this resonates with you, I can help you write the rest of your story.
During our time together, we will utilize various techniques such as body/ somatic exercises, reiki, music therapy, meditation, and even virtual reality to help you along your quest for finding your true self.
Greetings! My name is Logan, and it is a pleasure for me to assist you along your therapeutic journey. As a compassionate and dedicated therapist, I specialize in providing a safe and supportive space for individuals seeking to navigate life's challenges and cultivate personal growth. With a client-centered approach, I tailor my therapeutic techniques to meet the unique needs and goals of each individual. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or simply seeking self-exploration, I am here to offer guidance, encouragement, and practical tools to help you thrive. Let’s get it!
During our time together, we will utilize various techniques such as body/ somatic exercises, reiki, music therapy, meditation, and even virtual reality to help you along your quest for finding your true self.
Greetings! My name is Logan, and it is a pleasure for me to assist you along your therapeutic journey. As a compassionate and dedicated therapist, I specialize in providing a safe and supportive space for individuals seeking to navigate life's challenges and cultivate personal growth. With a client-centered approach, I tailor my therapeutic techniques to meet the unique needs and goals of each individual. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or simply seeking self-exploration, I am here to offer guidance, encouragement, and practical tools to help you thrive. Let’s get it!
Channelle Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
Memphis, TN 38119 (Online Only)
I utilize a holistic approach that incorporates CBT, DBT, EMDR, IFS, mindfulness, and somatic experiencing.
I work with adults facing challenges related to trauma, addiction, and attachment issues. Whether you’re struggling with past experiences, seeking recovery, or navigating relationship dynamics, I’m here to support you.
I utilize a holistic approach that incorporates CBT, DBT, EMDR, IFS, mindfulness, and somatic experiencing.
I work with adults facing challenges related to trauma, addiction, and attachment issues. Whether you’re struggling with past experiences, seeking recovery, or navigating relationship dynamics, I’m here to support you.
I incorporate somatic therapy, mindfulness, meditation and parts work into my sessions and offer bodywork upon request.
Do you find yourself struggling with life’s current and past stressors- relationships, life transitions, work, family? Therapy is a place to engage in growth and change by stripping away the layers to reveal your authentic self.
I incorporate somatic therapy, mindfulness, meditation and parts work into my sessions and offer bodywork upon request.
Do you find yourself struggling with life’s current and past stressors- relationships, life transitions, work, family? Therapy is a place to engage in growth and change by stripping away the layers to reveal your authentic self.
As a therapist, I utilize a combination of somatic and experiential modalities.
We often come to a crossroads in our lives, a time when staying where we are is no longer sustainable, yet we are not clear on how to do something different, or how to start down a new path. Many of us learned early on to only show aspects of ourselves that were “acceptable;” we learned which traits earned us love and cultivated those, but relinquished many others. Healing is a journey back to ourselves, a journey back our essence and back to who we were before we learned we were not enough.
As a therapist, I utilize a combination of somatic and experiential modalities.
We often come to a crossroads in our lives, a time when staying where we are is no longer sustainable, yet we are not clear on how to do something different, or how to start down a new path. Many of us learned early on to only show aspects of ourselves that were “acceptable;” we learned which traits earned us love and cultivated those, but relinquished many others. Healing is a journey back to ourselves, a journey back our essence and back to who we were before we learned we were not enough.
Jenna Kaufman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Memphis, TN 38104
My ideal client is ready for a change. They are someone who is looking for support with life stress and anxiety, adjusting to a life transition, feeling stuck, or wanting to grow themself. My client's goals might include learning to better manage stress and anxiety, finding their voice or direction, setting boundaries, growing self-worth, or creating new healthy patterns. They might want help with communication in the workplace and at home. They might want to start thriving in life and relationships and start healing from barriers in the past. I am currently receiving training in Somatic Experiencing (traumahealing.org).
My ideal client is ready for a change. They are someone who is looking for support with life stress and anxiety, adjusting to a life transition, feeling stuck, or wanting to grow themself. My client's goals might include learning to better manage stress and anxiety, finding their voice or direction, setting boundaries, growing self-worth, or creating new healthy patterns. They might want help with communication in the workplace and at home. They might want to start thriving in life and relationships and start healing from barriers in the past. I am currently receiving training in Somatic Experiencing (traumahealing.org).
Shelly L Wilkerson
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MS, MHSP, CSP-S, NCC
Verified Verified
Memphis, TN 38104
I am a certified practitioner & supervisor of SomEx(sm), a cutting-edge treatment modality combining experiential & somatic techniques to treat trauma & addiction.
I believe connection to self & others is central to human life. As a result, I prioritize cultivating a secure, therapeutic relationship characterized by safety, authenticity, & consistency. From this base, I have the honor of supporting clients as they foster a deep level of restoration & growth. I have worked with a variety of individuals across multiple settings, guiding them on a healing journey from familial/relational dysfunction, grief/loss, attachment wounds, & various forms of dependency (chemical & process), among other things.
I am a certified practitioner & supervisor of SomEx(sm), a cutting-edge treatment modality combining experiential & somatic techniques to treat trauma & addiction.
I believe connection to self & others is central to human life. As a result, I prioritize cultivating a secure, therapeutic relationship characterized by safety, authenticity, & consistency. From this base, I have the honor of supporting clients as they foster a deep level of restoration & growth. I have worked with a variety of individuals across multiple settings, guiding them on a healing journey from familial/relational dysfunction, grief/loss, attachment wounds, & various forms of dependency (chemical & process), among other things.
I integrate embodiment/ somatic approaches, mindfulness, and breathing techniques as appropriate with talk therapy and trauma modalities to help clients develop greater self-care and self-awareness resources.
There is no substitute for compassion in the counseling relationship. I believe in a whole-person approach. This means that everything is relevant: family of origin, unwanted life events, current relationships, physical health and well being, and everyday coping challenges. I assist my clients with life transitions, grief, early childhood trauma, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, chronic pain, relationship challenges, and spiritual issues. I endorse and have expertise in mindfulness-based practices and 12+ years of Hospice experience. Strengths: trusting relationships with my clients.
I integrate embodiment/ somatic approaches, mindfulness, and breathing techniques as appropriate with talk therapy and trauma modalities to help clients develop greater self-care and self-awareness resources.
There is no substitute for compassion in the counseling relationship. I believe in a whole-person approach. This means that everything is relevant: family of origin, unwanted life events, current relationships, physical health and well being, and everyday coping challenges. I assist my clients with life transitions, grief, early childhood trauma, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, chronic pain, relationship challenges, and spiritual issues. I endorse and have expertise in mindfulness-based practices and 12+ years of Hospice experience. Strengths: trusting relationships with my clients.
Dr. Naricia Futrell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, TCYM-C
Verified Verified
14 Endorsed
Memphis, TN 38117
I also provide specialized somatic therapy sessions and facilitate yoga group sessions and events, find out more at www.
Hi! My name is Dr. NaRicia Futrell I am a psychotherapist/licensed clinical social worker who has been practicing as a therapist for greater than 15 yrs. I currently hold a doctorate in social work and hold an LCSW in TN, MS AR, and TX and am certified in the trauma conscious yoga method. In assisting individuals we at Gihon, utilize wholistic approaches while working to empower individuals to find and utilize their own strengths in working through problems and managing their emotions. Also, check out my book Red Flag Diaries on Amazon or at Barnes and Noble and learn about attachment styles and intimacy.
I also provide specialized somatic therapy sessions and facilitate yoga group sessions and events, find out more at www.
Hi! My name is Dr. NaRicia Futrell I am a psychotherapist/licensed clinical social worker who has been practicing as a therapist for greater than 15 yrs. I currently hold a doctorate in social work and hold an LCSW in TN, MS AR, and TX and am certified in the trauma conscious yoga method. In assisting individuals we at Gihon, utilize wholistic approaches while working to empower individuals to find and utilize their own strengths in working through problems and managing their emotions. Also, check out my book Red Flag Diaries on Amazon or at Barnes and Noble and learn about attachment styles and intimacy.
In sessions, we can use integrated therapeutic modalities of narrative therapy, somatic experiential techniques, emotion-focused therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, attachment theory and inner child work.
Hi there! I am a counselor who works with clients ages 13+ and am skilled in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, body image, self-esteem, anger management, and transition issues. I also have specialized training and experience working with older adults with dementia and other cognitive and age-related changes. Additionally, I see teenagers and adults of all ages who identify as LGBTQIA+ and am well-versed in helping clients who are questioning their identities, beginning the coming-out process, and/or transitioning. I am included as a recommended specialist for transgender mental health in the local OUTMemphis Resource Guide.
In sessions, we can use integrated therapeutic modalities of narrative therapy, somatic experiential techniques, emotion-focused therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, attachment theory and inner child work.
Hi there! I am a counselor who works with clients ages 13+ and am skilled in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, body image, self-esteem, anger management, and transition issues. I also have specialized training and experience working with older adults with dementia and other cognitive and age-related changes. Additionally, I see teenagers and adults of all ages who identify as LGBTQIA+ and am well-versed in helping clients who are questioning their identities, beginning the coming-out process, and/or transitioning. I am included as a recommended specialist for transgender mental health in the local OUTMemphis Resource Guide.
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Do you work too much but don't feel like you do enough? Can't leave the office? Find it hard to relax in healthy ways? Do you have dreams? What did you want to do when you were a little kid? Have you met your goals for yourself? Do you have nightmares? Rigid behaviors you would like to change? I can help you to understand yourself better. In doing so you can learn to access your internal powers to make changes in your life. I can help you discover and affirm your unique self.
I am trained in somatic techniques, hypnosis and EMDR.
Do you work too much but don't feel like you do enough? Can't leave the office? Find it hard to relax in healthy ways? Do you have dreams? What did you want to do when you were a little kid? Have you met your goals for yourself? Do you have nightmares? Rigid behaviors you would like to change? I can help you to understand yourself better. In doing so you can learn to access your internal powers to make changes in your life. I can help you discover and affirm your unique self.
Ali Austin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Memphis, TN 38119
I am trained in EMDR, HeartMath, and Breathwork therapies while also utilizing somatic techniques and mindfulness-based practices.
I believe the therapeutic relationship is an organic experience that cannot be created elsewhere. My experience has shown me that each of us walks our own path and that no two are the same. Having support while walking your path can be just the thing to make the difference. I strive to provide safety so that you can talk about your life, your family, your pain, and sit in the tension to ultimately begin living more authentically. I work from a holistic approach; given that, we will develop the best course of treatment for your needs, together.
I am trained in EMDR, HeartMath, and Breathwork therapies while also utilizing somatic techniques and mindfulness-based practices.
I believe the therapeutic relationship is an organic experience that cannot be created elsewhere. My experience has shown me that each of us walks our own path and that no two are the same. Having support while walking your path can be just the thing to make the difference. I strive to provide safety so that you can talk about your life, your family, your pain, and sit in the tension to ultimately begin living more authentically. I work from a holistic approach; given that, we will develop the best course of treatment for your needs, together.
Kirsten Cannon
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCMHSP, CEDS, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Memphis, TN 38119
I am a weight-inclusive, LGBTQIA2+ celebrating, sex-positive, neurodivergent therapist practicing with compassion and a sense of humor. I believe that our bodies can be carrying the burden of stories we feel we have resolved intellectually, so we have to include the body in the therapeutic process so that we can fully heal. Real and true healing and wellness come when we are able to reopen the conversation with our bodies, repair that ruptured relationship, and integrate into one gracefully embodied self. You and I will use Somatic Experiencing in our work together in order to accomplish this.
I am a weight-inclusive, LGBTQIA2+ celebrating, sex-positive, neurodivergent therapist practicing with compassion and a sense of humor. I believe that our bodies can be carrying the burden of stories we feel we have resolved intellectually, so we have to include the body in the therapeutic process so that we can fully heal. Real and true healing and wellness come when we are able to reopen the conversation with our bodies, repair that ruptured relationship, and integrate into one gracefully embodied self. You and I will use Somatic Experiencing in our work together in order to accomplish this.
Jasmine A Sullivan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Memphis, TN 38117
I use a mix of Internal Family Systems, EMDR, Mindfulness, Play Therapy, ERP, ACT, Ecotherapy, Yoga, Somatic Processing and DBT to help them find peace with the hard stuff.
Sometimes life just gets messy. I enjoy supporting both minors and adults in finding self compassion and growth while experiencing the uncomfortable. In sessions together, we can learn to do this by navigating trauma responses, depression, anxiety, life transitions, suicidal thoughts, relationships, body-image challanges, disordered eating, behavioral issues, and stress. Through both doing my own work and spending time with clients, I wholeheartedly feel we can find so much healing by getting curious about our emotions and greeting whatever arises with kindness, respect, and a bit of humor
I use a mix of Internal Family Systems, EMDR, Mindfulness, Play Therapy, ERP, ACT, Ecotherapy, Yoga, Somatic Processing and DBT to help them find peace with the hard stuff.
Sometimes life just gets messy. I enjoy supporting both minors and adults in finding self compassion and growth while experiencing the uncomfortable. In sessions together, we can learn to do this by navigating trauma responses, depression, anxiety, life transitions, suicidal thoughts, relationships, body-image challanges, disordered eating, behavioral issues, and stress. Through both doing my own work and spending time with clients, I wholeheartedly feel we can find so much healing by getting curious about our emotions and greeting whatever arises with kindness, respect, and a bit of humor
Alyce Waller Haynes
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, MHSP, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Memphis, TN 38119
Using a variety of modalities including somatic experiential work, talk therapy, meditation, and expressive arts, I help adolescents and adults who are struggling with co-dependency, family of origin issues, sexual trauma, addiction, eating disorders, mood-related disorders, religious/spiritual issues, and trauma, to heal and embrace their best selves.
People are inherently resilient but often feel blocked and discouraged from healing. Discerning how we can be our best selves requires the support of another person who will listen and support us on the journey to discovering our authentic selves. As a result of my own journey, I have learned the keys to healing-willingness, rigorous honesty with self and others, grace, compassion, and unconditional positive regard-are fundamental in the desired transformation. Regardless of the issues, your story matters and there is hope for healing.
Using a variety of modalities including somatic experiential work, talk therapy, meditation, and expressive arts, I help adolescents and adults who are struggling with co-dependency, family of origin issues, sexual trauma, addiction, eating disorders, mood-related disorders, religious/spiritual issues, and trauma, to heal and embrace their best selves.
People are inherently resilient but often feel blocked and discouraged from healing. Discerning how we can be our best selves requires the support of another person who will listen and support us on the journey to discovering our authentic selves. As a result of my own journey, I have learned the keys to healing-willingness, rigorous honesty with self and others, grace, compassion, and unconditional positive regard-are fundamental in the desired transformation. Regardless of the issues, your story matters and there is hope for healing.
With my traning in Yoga and Somatic Experiencing, I am also able to offer mindful movement, body awareness, and meditation to clients as needed.
Overall, I work to establish strong and safe connections with my clients in order to assist them in deep healing work. While my approach is eclectic, I tend to pull ideas from somatic psychology while working from a humanistic, attachment-focused perspective. I work best with clients who want to explore how their patterns began and are commited to feeling better. I have training in Somatic Experiencing and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy; as well as, experience working in residential and out-patient Eating Disorder Treatment.
With my traning in Yoga and Somatic Experiencing, I am also able to offer mindful movement, body awareness, and meditation to clients as needed.
Overall, I work to establish strong and safe connections with my clients in order to assist them in deep healing work. While my approach is eclectic, I tend to pull ideas from somatic psychology while working from a humanistic, attachment-focused perspective. I work best with clients who want to explore how their patterns began and are commited to feeling better. I have training in Somatic Experiencing and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy; as well as, experience working in residential and out-patient Eating Disorder Treatment.
As an eclectic, holistic, Adventure Therapist, my approach draws upon Person-Centered, Mindfulness, Cognitive-Behavioral, Somatic, Solutions-Focused, Nature-Based and Internal Family Systems lenses.
Therapy offers an opportunity to heal, learn, discover, and grow into who we want to truly be in this world. The root of most suffering comes from the wounds childhood and lifelong trauma leave behind. So much can happen to us from the womb to who we are today. Therapy provides a journey from who you are to who you want to be. I enjoy working with clients who have goals and desires to work through trauma and problematic symptoms and towards lasting healing and personal growth. Let me help guide you on a healing adventure towards your therapeutic goals.
As an eclectic, holistic, Adventure Therapist, my approach draws upon Person-Centered, Mindfulness, Cognitive-Behavioral, Somatic, Solutions-Focused, Nature-Based and Internal Family Systems lenses.
Therapy offers an opportunity to heal, learn, discover, and grow into who we want to truly be in this world. The root of most suffering comes from the wounds childhood and lifelong trauma leave behind. So much can happen to us from the womb to who we are today. Therapy provides a journey from who you are to who you want to be. I enjoy working with clients who have goals and desires to work through trauma and problematic symptoms and towards lasting healing and personal growth. Let me help guide you on a healing adventure towards your therapeutic goals.
Paul Hambrick Online Telehealth Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, M Ed, MAC, SEP
Verified Verified
Memphis, TN 38138
Treatments includes Mindfulness, EMDR and SE - Somatic Experiencing along with a very caring & listening ear.
TRAUMA: A threatening experience that is too much, too fast. When stressed out or truly overwhelmed, our instinctual survival responses can be blocked. If unable to complete our body’s survival responses, trauma occurs and symptoms emerge. We can feel stuck in flight, fight or freeze. Negative feelings, thoughts, behaviors and stress disorders often lie within the mind-body connection. As one who facilitates healing from emotional, spiritual, and physical pain and suffering, I am dedicated to working compassionately, non-judgmentally and collaboratively with you to become "unstuck" and find a greater sense of healing and wholeness.
Treatments includes Mindfulness, EMDR and SE - Somatic Experiencing along with a very caring & listening ear.
TRAUMA: A threatening experience that is too much, too fast. When stressed out or truly overwhelmed, our instinctual survival responses can be blocked. If unable to complete our body’s survival responses, trauma occurs and symptoms emerge. We can feel stuck in flight, fight or freeze. Negative feelings, thoughts, behaviors and stress disorders often lie within the mind-body connection. As one who facilitates healing from emotional, spiritual, and physical pain and suffering, I am dedicated to working compassionately, non-judgmentally and collaboratively with you to become "unstuck" and find a greater sense of healing and wholeness.
I am committed to working dynamically with individuals so they can live healthier, fuller, more meaningful lives. My treatment approach is rooted in Jungian-oriented psychotherapy, Focusing and other somatic practices, and Collaborative Problem Solving. I hold a Masters degree in Social work with a concentration in Advanced Clinical Practice from Columbia University. I offer counseling sessions tailored to each individual‘s unique experience — taking into account biological, psychological, social, and spiritual factors — and guiding a process that acknowledges and respects a person’s inherent wisdom toward wholeness and healing.
I am committed to working dynamically with individuals so they can live healthier, fuller, more meaningful lives. My treatment approach is rooted in Jungian-oriented psychotherapy, Focusing and other somatic practices, and Collaborative Problem Solving. I hold a Masters degree in Social work with a concentration in Advanced Clinical Practice from Columbia University. I offer counseling sessions tailored to each individual‘s unique experience — taking into account biological, psychological, social, and spiritual factors — and guiding a process that acknowledges and respects a person’s inherent wisdom toward wholeness and healing.
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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.