Somatic Therapy
Trauma Release & Nervous System Healing
Somatic therapy is a gentle, body-oriented approach to healing trauma and chronic stress. By working with your nervous system’s natural capacity for self-regulation, we help you release trapped survival energy and restore your innate resilience.
What is Somatic Experiencing?
A comprehensive approach to neurological rehabilitation
Somatic Experiencing (SE) is a naturalistic approach to healing trauma and stress disorders developed by Dr. Peter Levine. It recognizes that trauma is not just a psychological experience but also a physiological one that affects the nervous system and can become “stuck” in the body.
SE works by gently guiding clients to develop awareness of their body sensations and natural movement impulses, helping to complete interrupted defensive responses and restore the nervous system’s natural resilience and capacity for self-regulation.
Gentle & Non-Invasive
Works with the body’s natural healing mechanisms without re-traumatization
Nervous System Focus
Addresses trauma at the physiological level where it becomes trapped
Body Wisdom
Trusts the body’s innate capacity for healing and self-regulation
How Somatic Experiencing Works
Sensation Awareness
Developing awareness of subtle body sensations and their fluctuations during the healing process.
Discharge & Release
Allowing the nervous system to safely discharge trapped survival energy through natural movements.
Resilience Building
Strengthening the nervous system’s capacity to handle stress and maintain equilibrium.
Integration
Integrating new patterns of regulation and well-being into daily life experiences.
Benefits of Somatic Therapy
Somatic therapy offers profound benefits for those who have experienced trauma, chronic stress, or nervous system dysregulation. This gentle approach helps restore your natural capacity for resilience and well-being.
What Somatic Therapy Can Help With:
What to Expect in a Session
Somatic therapy sessions are gentle and proceed at your natural pace. You remain fully clothed and in control throughout the process. Our trained SE practitioners create a safe, supportive environment where your nervous system can begin to heal.
During Your Session:
Gentle guidance to notice body sensations
Tracking nervous system responses
Supporting natural discharge movements
Building resilience and regulation
After Your Session:
Increased sense of calm and grounding
Greater body awareness and connection
Improved emotional regulation
Enhanced resilience to stress
Ready to Begin Your Healing Journey?
Take the first step toward wellness with a free consultation. We’re here to listen, understand your unique needs, and explore how our therapeutic approach can support your path to greater well-being and resilience.
✓ Free 15-minute consultation call
✓ Personalized treatment planning
✓ Compassionate, evidence-based care