Somatic Therapists in Nashville, TN
I draw from traditional therapeutic modalities, as well as somatic and mindfulness based practices to best help individuals align and integrate their minds, bodies, and spirits.
Part of the reason I was drawn to this profession is because therapy has been an invaluable tool in my own life. Being a human is hard work and none of us get it out of it unscathed. I believe that we could all benefit from having an opportunity and a space to put words to our fears, doubts, emotions, and beliefs and to help us gain clarity on what is serving us and what is holding us back.
I draw from traditional therapeutic modalities, as well as somatic and mindfulness based practices to best help individuals align and integrate their minds, bodies, and spirits.
Part of the reason I was drawn to this profession is because therapy has been an invaluable tool in my own life. Being a human is hard work and none of us get it out of it unscathed. I believe that we could all benefit from having an opportunity and a space to put words to our fears, doubts, emotions, and beliefs and to help us gain clarity on what is serving us and what is holding us back.
Alex Ruh
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37215 (Online Only)
I have advanced training in DBT, EMDR, and Somatic therapy.
I'm extremely passionate about helping others live to their truest potential. Life has a way of putting many of us in a chronic fight or flight mode, and I strive to bring people back to their space of equilibrium. That place you go when you close your eyes and think about a life without as much chaos doesn't have to be a mere daydream, we can work together to make it reality.
I have advanced training in DBT, EMDR, and Somatic therapy.
I'm extremely passionate about helping others live to their truest potential. Life has a way of putting many of us in a chronic fight or flight mode, and I strive to bring people back to their space of equilibrium. That place you go when you close your eyes and think about a life without as much chaos doesn't have to be a mere daydream, we can work together to make it reality.
I am body positive, LGBTQIA+ and neurodivergent affirming, and incorporate somatic awareness skills.
How do you learn to accept and love yourself, letting go of shame and self-doubt, so you can become fully and authentically you? How do you overcome trauma and regulate your emotions? How do you love others and set healthy boundaries? These are questions I can help you answer. My approach is warm and affirming; l enter each session with openness, curiosity, and a trauma informed lens. While I provide clinical expertise, I honor that you are the expert on yourself, your values, and your culture. I strive to meet you where you are, working together to make decisions about your treatment.
I am body positive, LGBTQIA+ and neurodivergent affirming, and incorporate somatic awareness skills.
How do you learn to accept and love yourself, letting go of shame and self-doubt, so you can become fully and authentically you? How do you overcome trauma and regulate your emotions? How do you love others and set healthy boundaries? These are questions I can help you answer. My approach is warm and affirming; l enter each session with openness, curiosity, and a trauma informed lens. While I provide clinical expertise, I honor that you are the expert on yourself, your values, and your culture. I strive to meet you where you are, working together to make decisions about your treatment.
Pamela L Hicks
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MMFT, MA, MS, MBA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37212
I utilize "parts" work (IFS), somatic/bodywork (SE), Brainspotting, mindfulness-based practices (MBSR, Therapeutic Yoga), and communication work (EFT and NVC) to assist my clients in their healing work.
Each one of us experiences psychological challenges in life that we try to meet using whatever strategies we know. However, sometimes the challenges become too great and our coping strategies stop working. This can be compounded by the fact that we often internalize messages from our society, however well-intentioned, that limit our abilities to understand ourselves and our world. It is in these moments that we can use support from therapists to turn down the noise of the world so that we may find our own inner wisdom about who we are, what we need, and ultimately how to heal.
I utilize "parts" work (IFS), somatic/bodywork (SE), Brainspotting, mindfulness-based practices (MBSR, Therapeutic Yoga), and communication work (EFT and NVC) to assist my clients in their healing work.
Each one of us experiences psychological challenges in life that we try to meet using whatever strategies we know. However, sometimes the challenges become too great and our coping strategies stop working. This can be compounded by the fact that we often internalize messages from our society, however well-intentioned, that limit our abilities to understand ourselves and our world. It is in these moments that we can use support from therapists to turn down the noise of the world so that we may find our own inner wisdom about who we are, what we need, and ultimately how to heal.
Being a human is hard. Things happen that leave us feeling lost and uncertain of what to do with it all. On top of that, we hold a lot of what happens to us in the body, creating a struggle between what we feel and what we know, and wreaking havoc on our ability to function in the here and now. I am passionate about exploring this struggle through the creative arts, somatic work, and talk therapy. Words aren’t always enough, and using a blend of these three approaches opens up a deeper well from within our spirits. From that well, new life springs forth and we connect with our most authentic self.
Being a human is hard. Things happen that leave us feeling lost and uncertain of what to do with it all. On top of that, we hold a lot of what happens to us in the body, creating a struggle between what we feel and what we know, and wreaking havoc on our ability to function in the here and now. I am passionate about exploring this struggle through the creative arts, somatic work, and talk therapy. Words aren’t always enough, and using a blend of these three approaches opens up a deeper well from within our spirits. From that well, new life springs forth and we connect with our most authentic self.
Kara Guindin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37203
Waitlist for new clients
In addition, I have completed 3 years of training with the Somatic Experiencing Trauma Institute.
Hi! I'm Kara with Wise Roots Therapy. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in treating perinatal mental health, complex trauma, mood concerns, & attachment wounds. My clients are often adults who have experienced trauma or are navigating concerns related to depression, anxiety, or interpersonal issues. I also recognize there is a special space needed for exploring pregnancy, infertility, loss, postpartum mood changes, and transitions into parenthood. I utilize a combination of approaches to help process painful experiences, explore new coping strategies, & increase resources to help you heal.
In addition, I have completed 3 years of training with the Somatic Experiencing Trauma Institute.
Hi! I'm Kara with Wise Roots Therapy. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in treating perinatal mental health, complex trauma, mood concerns, & attachment wounds. My clients are often adults who have experienced trauma or are navigating concerns related to depression, anxiety, or interpersonal issues. I also recognize there is a special space needed for exploring pregnancy, infertility, loss, postpartum mood changes, and transitions into parenthood. I utilize a combination of approaches to help process painful experiences, explore new coping strategies, & increase resources to help you heal.
Jenn MacMaster
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSAT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37203
As such, I offer specialized, evidenced-based treatments integrating Somatic Experiencing throughout.
"Pain is inevitable. Suffering is optional." Haruki Murakami. I will hold a safe space for you to process life and its inevitable pains--change, loss, grief, and trauma. I will join you without judgement: where you are, as you are. Our time together will be collaborative and supportive—a partnership. You will gain an experience of trust and of personal power. You will be equipped with tools and skills relative to the goals that you establish, enabling you to thrive independently. Relationships, "stuckness", trauma, etc. will be addressed and resolved. Together, we will manifest your inherent creativity, purpose, and joy.
As such, I offer specialized, evidenced-based treatments integrating Somatic Experiencing throughout.
"Pain is inevitable. Suffering is optional." Haruki Murakami. I will hold a safe space for you to process life and its inevitable pains--change, loss, grief, and trauma. I will join you without judgement: where you are, as you are. Our time together will be collaborative and supportive—a partnership. You will gain an experience of trust and of personal power. You will be equipped with tools and skills relative to the goals that you establish, enabling you to thrive independently. Relationships, "stuckness", trauma, etc. will be addressed and resolved. Together, we will manifest your inherent creativity, purpose, and joy.
Robyn Chaffee
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37206
I’m trained in Somatic and Attachment Focused EMDR, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Attachment, Self-Regulation and Competency (ARC), Trauma-Focus Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and utilize a variety of somatic, attachment, and parts-based approaches.
Beginning therapy can feel intimidating, but I believe in having therapy be an environment of empowerment, collaboration, and authenticity. My approach is client-centered, eclectic, and we will explore how different systems impacts your experiences. I specialize in trauma/complex trauma, sexual violence/abuse, domestic violence and emotional abuse, chronic pain/illness, depression and other mood disorders, eating disorders/disordered eating, non-traditional relationships, kink, and queer issues. I take an integrative approach to sessions and love to apply many therapeutic modalities to fit each individual client’s needs.
I’m trained in Somatic and Attachment Focused EMDR, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Attachment, Self-Regulation and Competency (ARC), Trauma-Focus Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and utilize a variety of somatic, attachment, and parts-based approaches.
Beginning therapy can feel intimidating, but I believe in having therapy be an environment of empowerment, collaboration, and authenticity. My approach is client-centered, eclectic, and we will explore how different systems impacts your experiences. I specialize in trauma/complex trauma, sexual violence/abuse, domestic violence and emotional abuse, chronic pain/illness, depression and other mood disorders, eating disorders/disordered eating, non-traditional relationships, kink, and queer issues. I take an integrative approach to sessions and love to apply many therapeutic modalities to fit each individual client’s needs.
I am trained in EMDR, Brainspotting, and Somatic Experiencing, as well as DBT skills trained.
Asking for help is sometimes difficult, and also powerful. Daily struggles with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, intrusive thoughts can become overwhelming. Complex trauma, substance use, eating disorders, unhealthy relationships, are among a few that can also keep us from our authentic self. In order to survive through all of this and keep going, it is common to adapt in ways that end up no longer working. We need help. That help comes from recognizing the gifts we have in ourselves and getting the gifts of others. My gift is to help others with aligning the head and the heart while healing to recognize authentic self.
I am trained in EMDR, Brainspotting, and Somatic Experiencing, as well as DBT skills trained.
Asking for help is sometimes difficult, and also powerful. Daily struggles with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, intrusive thoughts can become overwhelming. Complex trauma, substance use, eating disorders, unhealthy relationships, are among a few that can also keep us from our authentic self. In order to survive through all of this and keep going, it is common to adapt in ways that end up no longer working. We need help. That help comes from recognizing the gifts we have in ourselves and getting the gifts of others. My gift is to help others with aligning the head and the heart while healing to recognize authentic self.
Sarah Detring
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, MHSP, ACS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37204
I am trained in Somatic and Attachment focused EMDR trauma therapy.
My mission is to create a safe space for individuals to find healing, freedom, and self-acceptance. I am an LGBTQ+ affirming therapist, and am passionate about helping my clients regain confidence while beginning to love and trust themselves. I help my clients unlearn negative beliefs and begin to change relationship patterns that no longer serve them. I work well with people pleasers, people who struggle to set boundaries, or people who chronically sacrifice themselves for others. When we are able to know what we need and set limits in our relationships, we enhance our emotional well-being and our relationships become healthier.
I am trained in Somatic and Attachment focused EMDR trauma therapy.
My mission is to create a safe space for individuals to find healing, freedom, and self-acceptance. I am an LGBTQ+ affirming therapist, and am passionate about helping my clients regain confidence while beginning to love and trust themselves. I help my clients unlearn negative beliefs and begin to change relationship patterns that no longer serve them. I work well with people pleasers, people who struggle to set boundaries, or people who chronically sacrifice themselves for others. When we are able to know what we need and set limits in our relationships, we enhance our emotional well-being and our relationships become healthier.
I also draw from various therapeutic modalities, including experiential and somatic frameworks.
Life stressors and trauma can impact our lives in unexpected ways and reaching out for support takes courage. I value collaborating with individuals to curate space for their healing journey. As a therapist, I am committed to establishing an environment where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences without judgment. I practice from a trauma informed, relational, and anti-oppressive perspective and believe that each person's journey is unique and deserving of respect. My approach is rooted in an appreciation for the diverse backgrounds and identities that each person brings to the therapeutic relationship.
I also draw from various therapeutic modalities, including experiential and somatic frameworks.
Life stressors and trauma can impact our lives in unexpected ways and reaching out for support takes courage. I value collaborating with individuals to curate space for their healing journey. As a therapist, I am committed to establishing an environment where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences without judgment. I practice from a trauma informed, relational, and anti-oppressive perspective and believe that each person's journey is unique and deserving of respect. My approach is rooted in an appreciation for the diverse backgrounds and identities that each person brings to the therapeutic relationship.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37206
I offer EMDR, parts work, somatic healing, as well as post induction trauma therapy with an approach specific to each client.
You matter! It's important you feel supported through your process of feeling empowered and seen. I believe in counseling and its power to facilitate growth to your best self- purposeful, peaceful, and connected to who you truly are. Processing your history and goals, finding a purpose to your pain. You are worthy and valuable, no matter what has happened in your life. Our goal is to help you better understand what parts of you show up- how trauma responses can turn into superpowers. You'll have skills, awareness, somatic meditation & self soothing to better cope with life's stressors.
I offer EMDR, parts work, somatic healing, as well as post induction trauma therapy with an approach specific to each client.
You matter! It's important you feel supported through your process of feeling empowered and seen. I believe in counseling and its power to facilitate growth to your best self- purposeful, peaceful, and connected to who you truly are. Processing your history and goals, finding a purpose to your pain. You are worthy and valuable, no matter what has happened in your life. Our goal is to help you better understand what parts of you show up- how trauma responses can turn into superpowers. You'll have skills, awareness, somatic meditation & self soothing to better cope with life's stressors.
Anna Stone
Counselor, MEd, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37203
Waitlist for new clients
My approach is grounded in humanistic and person-centered principles, aimed at empowering individuals to recognize their inherent strengths and potentials. I integrate various therapeutic modalities, including CBT, ACT, DBT, solution-focused, parts work, and other mindfulness-based and somatic approaches. I am trained in Phase I & II of Brainspotting, and use this modality to help clients process trauma and access deeper levels of healing. My mission is to walk alongside my clients, helping them to navigate life’s challenges with compassion and resilience, and to work towards a life of purpose, fulfillment, and balance.
My approach is grounded in humanistic and person-centered principles, aimed at empowering individuals to recognize their inherent strengths and potentials. I integrate various therapeutic modalities, including CBT, ACT, DBT, solution-focused, parts work, and other mindfulness-based and somatic approaches. I am trained in Phase I & II of Brainspotting, and use this modality to help clients process trauma and access deeper levels of healing. My mission is to walk alongside my clients, helping them to navigate life’s challenges with compassion and resilience, and to work towards a life of purpose, fulfillment, and balance.
Melissa E Crim
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
Nashville, TN 37216
I incorporate traditional supportive therapy, somatic work (such as EMDR and movement therapy), parts work, archetypal work, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), active meditation, and ecotherapy.
I find many individuals reaching out with depression, anxiety, grief, and family of origin issues in addition to a specialized population of creative clients, those going through significant life transitions, LGBTQA clients, and individuals reconstructing their beliefs and sense of self from unhealthy family systems and harmful religious/spiritual beliefs. I work with adult individuals, couples, and groups. In addition, I offer uniquely tailored intensives and ecotherapy sessions and healing religious trauma groups for clients desiring an alternative to traditional, office based talk therapy.
I incorporate traditional supportive therapy, somatic work (such as EMDR and movement therapy), parts work, archetypal work, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), active meditation, and ecotherapy.
I find many individuals reaching out with depression, anxiety, grief, and family of origin issues in addition to a specialized population of creative clients, those going through significant life transitions, LGBTQA clients, and individuals reconstructing their beliefs and sense of self from unhealthy family systems and harmful religious/spiritual beliefs. I work with adult individuals, couples, and groups. In addition, I offer uniquely tailored intensives and ecotherapy sessions and healing religious trauma groups for clients desiring an alternative to traditional, office based talk therapy.
Jessie Risman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37203
I am passionate about the heart and deeply committed to seeing you live more fully by engaging yours. Because your needs are as unique and valuable as your story, my therapy is grounded in Person-Centered Theory. I trust you to be the expert on your own life, and thus the expert in the room. My approach to therapy is integrative and trauma-informed. While drawing from Somatic and Attachment Focused EMDR and Play and Expressive Arts Therapy, my focus remains on the most powerful tool, the relationship. From my own healing journey, I have come to believe we're wounded in the context of relationship, and we heal in relationship, too.
I am passionate about the heart and deeply committed to seeing you live more fully by engaging yours. Because your needs are as unique and valuable as your story, my therapy is grounded in Person-Centered Theory. I trust you to be the expert on your own life, and thus the expert in the room. My approach to therapy is integrative and trauma-informed. While drawing from Somatic and Attachment Focused EMDR and Play and Expressive Arts Therapy, my focus remains on the most powerful tool, the relationship. From my own healing journey, I have come to believe we're wounded in the context of relationship, and we heal in relationship, too.
Lauren Russell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37206
I use a combination of somatic and experiential methods, attachment-based EMDR, Internal Family Systems, breathwork, and mindfulness-based interventions to help you heal and integrate major life experiences, trauma, PTSD, anxiety, addiction, disconnection, loneliness, and relationship issues.
I invite all parts of your story into the room. I most often hear that what is wanted from therapy is hope and relief. Relief from anxiety, hope for your relationship. I believe you can achieve self-esteem, hope, and healing. I've seen it happen many times. Trusting this process is the first step. You don't have to do this alone. I can stand with you and guide you towards a safe and secure self within life's ups and downs. You can learn how to regain a sense of self, heal from the past, come home to your body, and create a life you find worth in living.
I use a combination of somatic and experiential methods, attachment-based EMDR, Internal Family Systems, breathwork, and mindfulness-based interventions to help you heal and integrate major life experiences, trauma, PTSD, anxiety, addiction, disconnection, loneliness, and relationship issues.
I invite all parts of your story into the room. I most often hear that what is wanted from therapy is hope and relief. Relief from anxiety, hope for your relationship. I believe you can achieve self-esteem, hope, and healing. I've seen it happen many times. Trusting this process is the first step. You don't have to do this alone. I can stand with you and guide you towards a safe and secure self within life's ups and downs. You can learn how to regain a sense of self, heal from the past, come home to your body, and create a life you find worth in living.
I interweave somatic and experiential modalities (such as breath practices) to help clients reconnect with their bodies.
I am a trauma-informed therapist trained in EMDR, SomEx, Partner Betrayal Trauma, breathwork and incorporate DBT skills into my sessions. I enjoy weaving ceremony and ritual into my work with an emphasis on grounding and somatic experiences. Using an attachment-focused lens, I work with clients to improve communication and connection in their relationships. I believe we are are interconnected species and everyone is capable of living a life of purpose and meaning in healthy relationship to themselves and others. The mind-body-spirit connection is the foundation of what I teach and practice.
I interweave somatic and experiential modalities (such as breath practices) to help clients reconnect with their bodies.
I am a trauma-informed therapist trained in EMDR, SomEx, Partner Betrayal Trauma, breathwork and incorporate DBT skills into my sessions. I enjoy weaving ceremony and ritual into my work with an emphasis on grounding and somatic experiences. Using an attachment-focused lens, I work with clients to improve communication and connection in their relationships. I believe we are are interconnected species and everyone is capable of living a life of purpose and meaning in healthy relationship to themselves and others. The mind-body-spirit connection is the foundation of what I teach and practice.
Sarah B Rodgers
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, RDT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37207
I take an integrative approach that includes talk, attachment, trauma-focused approaches (EMDR, Brainspotting), body-based ( Somatic Experiencing) and expressive arts therapies (drama therapy), parts work (narrative, Gestalt), CBT, solution-focused, buddhist psychology, and more.
I help you create more of the life you want, one that feels better and is more personally satisfying. I work with trauma, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, boundaries, narcissistic wounding, somatic issues, & other obstacles that keep you from thriving. Clients often reach out to me because they're feeling anxious, panicky, isolated, frustrated in relationships, stuck in perfectionism or people-pleasing, sad, unlike their usual selves, or desire for a deeper level of healing. If you want a collaborator to help you find your own unique way and provide practical strategies with a deep healing approach, I may be your person.
I take an integrative approach that includes talk, attachment, trauma-focused approaches (EMDR, Brainspotting), body-based ( Somatic Experiencing) and expressive arts therapies (drama therapy), parts work (narrative, Gestalt), CBT, solution-focused, buddhist psychology, and more.
I help you create more of the life you want, one that feels better and is more personally satisfying. I work with trauma, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, boundaries, narcissistic wounding, somatic issues, & other obstacles that keep you from thriving. Clients often reach out to me because they're feeling anxious, panicky, isolated, frustrated in relationships, stuck in perfectionism or people-pleasing, sad, unlike their usual selves, or desire for a deeper level of healing. If you want a collaborator to help you find your own unique way and provide practical strategies with a deep healing approach, I may be your person.
I use an integrative, multicultural, trauma-informed approach that is mainly based on, but not exclusive to, person-centered, cognitive behavioral, and somatic techniques.
I seek to destigmatize mental healthcare for all populations and provide a safe space where my clients feel seen and heard to navigate their relationships with themselves and others. As a South Asian American and daughter of immigrants, I have first hand experience of the deep effects that family of origin and cultural conflicts have on your lived experiences. I provide support for my clients in being their authentic selves and help them develop the skills they need to thrive. I want my clients to have an empathetic space to explore their challenges, process their thoughts and emotions, and experience healing.
I use an integrative, multicultural, trauma-informed approach that is mainly based on, but not exclusive to, person-centered, cognitive behavioral, and somatic techniques.
I seek to destigmatize mental healthcare for all populations and provide a safe space where my clients feel seen and heard to navigate their relationships with themselves and others. As a South Asian American and daughter of immigrants, I have first hand experience of the deep effects that family of origin and cultural conflicts have on your lived experiences. I provide support for my clients in being their authentic selves and help them develop the skills they need to thrive. I want my clients to have an empathetic space to explore their challenges, process their thoughts and emotions, and experience healing.
Kiersten Twitchell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SEP
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37206
I am a Certified EMDR Therapist, and a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, both of which help process experiences, decrease upsetting symptoms, and develop skills and resources that allow you to heal and thrive.
I believe that all of us can benefit from additional support in different seasons of our lives. It takes bravery to reach out and meet with someone, and I’m passionate about building a relationship with my clients where they are able to engage with their own resilience and innate ability to heal. Many of us develop patterns that help us move through and cope with what we have experienced, and often, we realize these strategies are no longer serving us, and are keeping us from experiencing the full life we desire. I walk alongside my clients in helping them become reconnected to their true selves, and reach their goals.
I am a Certified EMDR Therapist, and a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, both of which help process experiences, decrease upsetting symptoms, and develop skills and resources that allow you to heal and thrive.
I believe that all of us can benefit from additional support in different seasons of our lives. It takes bravery to reach out and meet with someone, and I’m passionate about building a relationship with my clients where they are able to engage with their own resilience and innate ability to heal. Many of us develop patterns that help us move through and cope with what we have experienced, and often, we realize these strategies are no longer serving us, and are keeping us from experiencing the full life we desire. I walk alongside my clients in helping them become reconnected to their true selves, and reach their goals.
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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.