Somatic Psychotherapy
A safe, supportive and trauma-informed space for you to process, reconnect and heal through somatic self-exploration
Somatic therapy is a body-based approach to psychotherapy. In this approach we recognise that the mind and body are intimately connected — they are inseparable and always in communication. From this perspective, the body is the foundational point for healing.
What is Somatic Psychotherapy?
Through the lens of somatic therapy, difficult emotions, stress and trauma can become embedded within the body, which can in turn negatively influence your physical, emotional and mental health. Somatic therapy works with the mind and the body - it is a holistic approach that recognises the importance of exploring the relationship between all aspects of wellbeing.
In somatic therapy, we incorporate mind-body awareness to gently uncover, process and release layers of stress, suppressed emotion and trauma stored inside the body that are at the root of illness and addictive patterns. I invite you to cultivate a connection with yourself and to take the steps towards creating healthier beliefs, behaviours, responses and relationships.
Somatic therapy sessions can be booked as single sessions or as a package of 3 or 5 sessions.
“There is more wisdom in your body than in your deepest philosophies.”
Friedrich Nietzsche
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What does a session look like?
1:1 sessions combine aspects of talk therapy with somatic-based awareness. I invite you to explore sensations, emotions, beliefs and deeply rooted patterns within your body (known as the soma). By shifting out of your head and into your body, you reveal that which lies beneath the surface of your conscious awareness and within your unconscious mind. Somatic therapy sessions offer a calm, connected and trauma-informed container for exploring experiences of disconnection, constriction and collapse. To read more about what somatic-based therapy involves, how it differs from regular talk therapy and the potential benefits, click here to see the frequently asked questions.
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How does healing happen?
Healing happens when you feel safe to connect with your experience in the present moment. It is through connecting with ourselves that we can open up to our emotions and our vulnerability. During therapy sessions I compassionately allow space for you to be seen, heard and understood - to reconnect with your inner world. Within this space yo can rediscover and express your truth. This process of self-expression has the power to heal. Through this approach you can release layers of conditioning, reconnect with your essence, create new response patterns, and in doing so, nurture more peaceful ways of relating to yourself and the world.
Somatic Psychotherapy is for you if you want to:
Address the roots of difficult emotions, stress, chronic conditions and unprocessed trauma
Process and heal patterns of grief, anger, anxiety, fear, depression, shame, guilt, etc.
Resolve relational difficulties with regards to trust, attachment, intimacy and security
Learn to listen to your body and understand its subtle language
Let go of self-limiting beliefs, patterns and stories that no longer serve you
Develop a more flexible nervous system and learn simple tools for self-regulation
Cultivate more compassionate ways of relating to yourself and others
Find a deeper sense of connection, authenticity and balance within yourself
Who can Benefit from Somatic Therapy?
Somatic therapy is beneficial for individuals dealing with a range of concerns, including:
Trauma and PTSD: Address and resolve trauma stored in the body.
Anxiety and Depression: Process difficult emotions to manage and alleviate symptoms.
Chronic Pain: Explore the mind-body connection to reduce physical pain and discomfort.
Stress Management: Understand, process and release layers of stress.
Sessions can also be tailored to support you through life transitions, relationship difficulties, burnout, fatigue, addictions, processes relating to cultural identity, the integration of psychedelic experiences, personal development and more.
Four Pillars that Inform my Approach to Somatic Psychotherapy:
Compassionate Inquiry® | Inner Parts Work | Body-Based Practices | Mindfulness
For further information about these pillars, you can click here to read my Wellspring Journal post.
If you would like to know more about whether my approach to somatic therapy will be a good fit for you, you’re welcome to book a free 15 minute connection call. This will give us the opportunity to briefly connect, explore where you are at and to see if I am the right person to support you.
“Being able to feel safe with others people is probably the single most important aspect of mental health; safe connections are fundamental to meaningful and satisfying lives.”
Bessel van der Kolk