Somatic Psychotherapy is a therapeutic approach that integrates traditional talk therapy with body-centered techniques to address emotional, psychological, and physical aspects of well-being. It is based on the premise that the body holds onto trauma and emotional experiences, and that these experiences can manifest as physical symptoms.
Somatic Psychotherapy encourages clients to develop an awareness of their bodily sensations ( or felt-sense), movements, and posture to uncover and process unresolved emotional issues.
Key components of Somatic Psychotherapy include:
• Body Awareness: Clients are guided to observe and understand the physical sensations they experience, such as tightness, discomfort, or relaxation, as these may be linked to emotional states or trauma.
• Mind-Body Integration: The therapist helps clients connect physical sensations with their emotions and thoughts, fostering a deeper understanding of their emotional life.
• Trauma Release: Somatic techniques like breathing exercises, grounding, and movement are used to help release stored trauma and tension from the body.
Modalities I have training in are Somatic Experiencing (SE) by Peter Levine and Brainspotting by David Grand.
