Therapists in Ottawa, ON
We are currently accepting clients immediately with NO WAIT for psychotherapy for children, adolescents, and families. You can book an intake here: aws-portal/owlpractice.ca/ocfr We are a mental health centre for childhood trauma & dissociation, attachment, adoption, and high-conflict families for Ottawa and surrounding areas. Our clinicians have advanced training in a variety of evidence-based trauma-informed approaches for treating children, youth, adults, and families, including psycho-biologically and somatic based approaches, such as EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, SMART, Brainspotting, and Safe and Sound Protocol.
We are currently accepting clients immediately with NO WAIT for psychotherapy for children, adolescents, and families. You can book an intake here: aws-portal/owlpractice.ca/ocfr We are a mental health centre for childhood trauma & dissociation, attachment, adoption, and high-conflict families for Ottawa and surrounding areas. Our clinicians have advanced training in a variety of evidence-based trauma-informed approaches for treating children, youth, adults, and families, including psycho-biologically and somatic based approaches, such as EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, SMART, Brainspotting, and Safe and Sound Protocol.
I am trained in psychodynamic, humanistic, cognitive-behavioural, EMDR, somatic, and relational approaches to psychotherapy.
Hello and Warm Welcome! I want to congratulate you for taking this important step. Whether it's your first step or a continuation - towards health and wellness, I am here to journey alongside you for however long or short you might need to start feeling better. I can help with life transitions, stress and anxiety, depression, and trauma related symptoms. I'd like to share this quote with you that sums up my philosophy: “Nobody can go back and start a new beginning, but anyone can start today and make a new ending.” – Maria Robinson
I am trained in psychodynamic, humanistic, cognitive-behavioural, EMDR, somatic, and relational approaches to psychotherapy.
Hello and Warm Welcome! I want to congratulate you for taking this important step. Whether it's your first step or a continuation - towards health and wellness, I am here to journey alongside you for however long or short you might need to start feeling better. I can help with life transitions, stress and anxiety, depression, and trauma related symptoms. I'd like to share this quote with you that sums up my philosophy: “Nobody can go back and start a new beginning, but anyone can start today and make a new ending.” – Maria Robinson
Hello, I’m Hannah! I am a queer, white, cisgender woman (she/her pronouns) and live and work on unceded Annishnabe Algonquin territory (Ottawa, Ontario). My approach to therapy is grounded in social justice and anti-oppression, and guided by narrative, feminist, and somatic experiencing frameworks. I work with individuals ages 12 and up, mostly around experiences of trauma (including relational, sexual, and systemic trauma) and the various ways it affects our lives, such as anxiety, depression, disconnection, anger, relationship dynamics, and relationships with our minds and bodies.
Hello, I’m Hannah! I am a queer, white, cisgender woman (she/her pronouns) and live and work on unceded Annishnabe Algonquin territory (Ottawa, Ontario). My approach to therapy is grounded in social justice and anti-oppression, and guided by narrative, feminist, and somatic experiencing frameworks. I work with individuals ages 12 and up, mostly around experiences of trauma (including relational, sexual, and systemic trauma) and the various ways it affects our lives, such as anxiety, depression, disconnection, anger, relationship dynamics, and relationships with our minds and bodies.
The Centre for Couples and Relationships
Registered Social Worker, RP, CCC, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K2B
Our skilled registered mental health practitioners utilize a variety of integrative approaches, including Emotion Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Narrative Therapy & Somatic Experiencing.
At The Centre for Couples and Relationships, we believe that intimate relationships are central to human connection, attachment, and well-being. As we go through life stressors and challenges, so do our relationships. If your relationship is in need of improved communication, deeper connection, or repair, we can help. We work with couples and partners struggling with issues such as communication, disconnection, intimacy, infidelity, and family dynamics. We provide a safe and supportive environment for you to explore your relationship dynamics and to repair previous patterns of conflict or hurt.
Our skilled registered mental health practitioners utilize a variety of integrative approaches, including Emotion Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Narrative Therapy & Somatic Experiencing.
At The Centre for Couples and Relationships, we believe that intimate relationships are central to human connection, attachment, and well-being. As we go through life stressors and challenges, so do our relationships. If your relationship is in need of improved communication, deeper connection, or repair, we can help. We work with couples and partners struggling with issues such as communication, disconnection, intimacy, infidelity, and family dynamics. We provide a safe and supportive environment for you to explore your relationship dynamics and to repair previous patterns of conflict or hurt.
I offer CBT for PTSD, Parts Work, Becoming Safely Embodied work, Somatic Experiencing & narrative therapy.
Welcome to Lucie Brandt Psychotherapy Services. Since I began my practice in 2010, my areas of focus have included: work stress, depression, anxiety, burnout, chronic pain, single & multiple incident traumas, childhood trauma, sexual abuse, medical trauma, serious or terminal illness, fertility stress, pregnancy loss, physical & emotional violence, cultural and systemic traumas. I work with grief, including the impacts of a sudden death, the death of a child, suicide, homicide. I work with people who have been in conflict zones, military clients, war veterans. I work with friends & survivors of MMIWG and of the Indian
I offer CBT for PTSD, Parts Work, Becoming Safely Embodied work, Somatic Experiencing & narrative therapy.
Welcome to Lucie Brandt Psychotherapy Services. Since I began my practice in 2010, my areas of focus have included: work stress, depression, anxiety, burnout, chronic pain, single & multiple incident traumas, childhood trauma, sexual abuse, medical trauma, serious or terminal illness, fertility stress, pregnancy loss, physical & emotional violence, cultural and systemic traumas. I work with grief, including the impacts of a sudden death, the death of a child, suicide, homicide. I work with people who have been in conflict zones, military clients, war veterans. I work with friends & survivors of MMIWG and of the Indian
Shannon LaBelle - Centre for Hope and Recovery
Registered Psychotherapist, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1G
I work from various therapeutic modalities including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Somatic Experience, Self-Compassion Focused approaches, Narrative Therapy, Focus Therapy, guided meditation, as well as art and nature therapies.
My current practice is focused on supporting individuals who are experiencing substance use disorder, depression, anxiety, trauma, and/or major life transitions. I offer an empathic and connective presence and engage each client with unconditional high regard while focusing on evidence-based approaches to healing.
I work from various therapeutic modalities including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Somatic Experience, Self-Compassion Focused approaches, Narrative Therapy, Focus Therapy, guided meditation, as well as art and nature therapies.
My current practice is focused on supporting individuals who are experiencing substance use disorder, depression, anxiety, trauma, and/or major life transitions. I offer an empathic and connective presence and engage each client with unconditional high regard while focusing on evidence-based approaches to healing.
I am also a somatic therapist, which is a bottom-up approach to healing.
Hi, I'm Sam! I specialize in trauma, sexuality, gender and relationships. I see individuals and couples who want to heal trauma, create meaningful relationships or embrace pleasurable sexuality. If you're here, it may be because you're looking to reclaim your life and pleasure from sexual or relationship trauma, or that your sexual behaviours feel out of control or out of sync with your ethics. Or maybe you want to recapture the spark and intimacy in your relationship, or are navigating non-monogamy or polyamory. Whatever the reason, I'd be honoured to support you on your sexual healing journey.
I am also a somatic therapist, which is a bottom-up approach to healing.
Hi, I'm Sam! I specialize in trauma, sexuality, gender and relationships. I see individuals and couples who want to heal trauma, create meaningful relationships or embrace pleasurable sexuality. If you're here, it may be because you're looking to reclaim your life and pleasure from sexual or relationship trauma, or that your sexual behaviours feel out of control or out of sync with your ethics. Or maybe you want to recapture the spark and intimacy in your relationship, or are navigating non-monogamy or polyamory. Whatever the reason, I'd be honoured to support you on your sexual healing journey.
Healing Steps Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K2A
Blending "bottom-up" somatic with "top-down" cognitive framing can create a holistic understanding of self and a bespoke roadmap for change.
Have you worked hard to change the way you think and yet struggle to change the way you feel? I may be able to help you. I am an RP in fully independent practice, and I believe that holistic, meaningful and lasting change can occur when we weave our body and our mind's voices and experiences into the narrative of who we are and who we aspire to be. If you have ever listened to your "gut" instinct, soothed yourself using breath or felt the urge to move to a favourite song, you have experienced the benefit of the mind-body connection! Together, we will deepen this connection therapeutically to encourage relief, change and growth.
Blending "bottom-up" somatic with "top-down" cognitive framing can create a holistic understanding of self and a bespoke roadmap for change.
Have you worked hard to change the way you think and yet struggle to change the way you feel? I may be able to help you. I am an RP in fully independent practice, and I believe that holistic, meaningful and lasting change can occur when we weave our body and our mind's voices and experiences into the narrative of who we are and who we aspire to be. If you have ever listened to your "gut" instinct, soothed yourself using breath or felt the urge to move to a favourite song, you have experienced the benefit of the mind-body connection! Together, we will deepen this connection therapeutically to encourage relief, change and growth.
Wesley Moore
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, RP, CCC, SEP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1Z
Maritime born and raised, Ottawa has been home since 2004. I am a Registered Psychotherapist (RP) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario and Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP) . Locally, I have worked in the mental health field since 2006 and opened my private practice in 2010. A specialization is working with men whom identify as survivors of sexual trauma and/or childhood sexual abuse. Additionally, I can help address maladaptive thought and behaviour patterns, anxiety and depression, anger management, and relational problems. Other areas in which I work include sexuality, men's issues, and LGBT concerns.
Maritime born and raised, Ottawa has been home since 2004. I am a Registered Psychotherapist (RP) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario and Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP) . Locally, I have worked in the mental health field since 2006 and opened my private practice in 2010. A specialization is working with men whom identify as survivors of sexual trauma and/or childhood sexual abuse. Additionally, I can help address maladaptive thought and behaviour patterns, anxiety and depression, anger management, and relational problems. Other areas in which I work include sexuality, men's issues, and LGBT concerns.
Ashley MacLellan
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, RP, SEP-T
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K2C
Animal Assisted Therapy, Expressive Therapies, Somatic Experiencing and Mindfulness practices are integrated into much of my work and continue to be areas of professional growth.
"Although the world is full of suffering, it is also full of the overcoming of it" (H. Keller) is a statement which motivates me to be versatile and adaptive so I may best meet my client's needs in an integrated practice, to facilitate empowerment and holistic well-being. I utilize strength-based, somatic, creative and expressive modes of therapy tailored to suit the unique needs of individuals from various walks of life.
Animal Assisted Therapy, Expressive Therapies, Somatic Experiencing and Mindfulness practices are integrated into much of my work and continue to be areas of professional growth.
"Although the world is full of suffering, it is also full of the overcoming of it" (H. Keller) is a statement which motivates me to be versatile and adaptive so I may best meet my client's needs in an integrated practice, to facilitate empowerment and holistic well-being. I utilize strength-based, somatic, creative and expressive modes of therapy tailored to suit the unique needs of individuals from various walks of life.
Alyssa Short
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, CCC, PMH-C, CTS-I, RYT-200
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K2P
With a focus on relationship counselling and reproductive wellness, I combine evidence-based approaches with mindfulness, somatic work, and the grounding presence of nature.
Navigating Your Inner Forest: Sustainable Growth Through EMDR, Relationship Support, and Holistic Psychotherapy: Life can feel like walking through a dense forest—on the surface, everything looks vibrant, yet deep inside, you may feel lost, anxious, or disconnected. I work with individuals who seem to manage life’s demands but struggle with emotional unrest. Whether it’s past trauma, relationship challenges, or transitions like perinatal or peri/menopause, I offer support to help you find clarity, emotional balance, and stronger connections. Together, we’ll clear a path towards deeper self-understanding and lasting change.
With a focus on relationship counselling and reproductive wellness, I combine evidence-based approaches with mindfulness, somatic work, and the grounding presence of nature.
Navigating Your Inner Forest: Sustainable Growth Through EMDR, Relationship Support, and Holistic Psychotherapy: Life can feel like walking through a dense forest—on the surface, everything looks vibrant, yet deep inside, you may feel lost, anxious, or disconnected. I work with individuals who seem to manage life’s demands but struggle with emotional unrest. Whether it’s past trauma, relationship challenges, or transitions like perinatal or peri/menopause, I offer support to help you find clarity, emotional balance, and stronger connections. Together, we’ll clear a path towards deeper self-understanding and lasting change.
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Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1C
I offer art therapy, somatic experiencing, focused-centred art therapy, cognitive processing therapy, and much more.
Brown Counselling and Therapy Services is a team of qualified therapists who are passionate about working alongside you to provide the tools to help you navigate through life's up and downs. I’m proud of you for investing in yourself and for being ready to explore your options in therapy. Welcome to a safe place for your story to land. Being a part of your journey is a privilege, and our therapeutic alliance will be mutually grounded in honesty, trust, and communication. Being present with you at any moment, I will encourage you to recognize your diverse strengths.
I offer art therapy, somatic experiencing, focused-centred art therapy, cognitive processing therapy, and much more.
Brown Counselling and Therapy Services is a team of qualified therapists who are passionate about working alongside you to provide the tools to help you navigate through life's up and downs. I’m proud of you for investing in yourself and for being ready to explore your options in therapy. Welcome to a safe place for your story to land. Being a part of your journey is a privilege, and our therapeutic alliance will be mutually grounded in honesty, trust, and communication. Being present with you at any moment, I will encourage you to recognize your diverse strengths.
I am a queer, Ph.D. Registered Psychotherapist practicing at, and directing, Ottawa Psychotherapy Center (ottawapsychotherapycenter.com). I use evidence-based interventions to resolve difficulties in the now, while promoting growth overall. I see myself make the most meaningful contributions in Crisis & Trauma, which first called me to the profession over a decade ago, and for advancing Self-Growth & Self-Development through emotional, relational, occupational, somatic / body-based, spiritual, or sexual focus. I also research, teach & train so that I, too, can continue to grow.
I am a queer, Ph.D. Registered Psychotherapist practicing at, and directing, Ottawa Psychotherapy Center (ottawapsychotherapycenter.com). I use evidence-based interventions to resolve difficulties in the now, while promoting growth overall. I see myself make the most meaningful contributions in Crisis & Trauma, which first called me to the profession over a decade ago, and for advancing Self-Growth & Self-Development through emotional, relational, occupational, somatic / body-based, spiritual, or sexual focus. I also research, teach & train so that I, too, can continue to grow.
Catherine Anne Kilbride
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, OCT, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K2H
, somatic experiencing, contemplative photography, sandtray work, music) that will complement our talk therapy work together.
I accompany clients from a place of compassion, creativity, warmth, and humour as they move from the wounds of interpersonal, systemic, and intergenerational trauma (e.g., neglect, identity-based violence, childhood or intimate partner violence, premature death) towards fulfilling lives rooted in posttraumatic growth. In addition to working with clients who have experienced trauma and its related effects, I also work with clients who identify as experiencing stress (including anxiety disorders), sadness or depression, persistent guilt and shame, life transitions, grief, and existential questions related to life purpose and identity.
, somatic experiencing, contemplative photography, sandtray work, music) that will complement our talk therapy work together.
I accompany clients from a place of compassion, creativity, warmth, and humour as they move from the wounds of interpersonal, systemic, and intergenerational trauma (e.g., neglect, identity-based violence, childhood or intimate partner violence, premature death) towards fulfilling lives rooted in posttraumatic growth. In addition to working with clients who have experienced trauma and its related effects, I also work with clients who identify as experiencing stress (including anxiety disorders), sadness or depression, persistent guilt and shame, life transitions, grief, and existential questions related to life purpose and identity.
Tod Augusta Scott Family Therapy
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Ottawa, ON K1R
This is done through developing collaborative relationships, engaging in somatic work, and helping you create your own pathways to repair.
Gender-based violence, restorative approaches and narrative therapy have led me to work internationally. Locally, I have spent 25 years working for a trauma-informed community-based organization and for the past fifteen I have also worked for the Canadian Armed Forces. Currently I continue to speak publicly and train others about domestic violence. I co-founded the Canadian Domestic Violence Conference when I saw a need to bring more light to the subject. I am available to help couples work through the damages caused by domestic violence as well as to help individuals repair the harm done to them so they can move forward.
This is done through developing collaborative relationships, engaging in somatic work, and helping you create your own pathways to repair.
Gender-based violence, restorative approaches and narrative therapy have led me to work internationally. Locally, I have spent 25 years working for a trauma-informed community-based organization and for the past fifteen I have also worked for the Canadian Armed Forces. Currently I continue to speak publicly and train others about domestic violence. I co-founded the Canadian Domestic Violence Conference when I saw a need to bring more light to the subject. I am available to help couples work through the damages caused by domestic violence as well as to help individuals repair the harm done to them so they can move forward.
EMDR Therapy Toronto: Anxiety, Trauma, PTSD
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, EMDR-C
Verified Verified
19 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1Z (Online Only)
As a Certified EMDR Therapist & Consultant, along with training in Internal Family Systems, Somatic Psychotherapy and Spiritual Psychotherapy, I go beyond "talk-only" therapy, while empowering you with practical tools to alleviate your symptoms.
Traumatic events from the past affecting your life today? You may be experiencing symptoms such as anxiety, hyper vigilance, insomnia, nightmares, flashbacks, numbness and the need to keep yourself busy, or self-medicated. This is affecting your work and your relationship with your loved ones and yourself. You may also have been referred to try out EMDR therapy, by a health professional. I specialize in treating anxiety, PTSD, Complex PTSD stemming from past traumas, including childhood trauma. I focus on the mind-body-spirit connection and value a holistic approach to healing that examines the root causes behind your challenges.
As a Certified EMDR Therapist & Consultant, along with training in Internal Family Systems, Somatic Psychotherapy and Spiritual Psychotherapy, I go beyond "talk-only" therapy, while empowering you with practical tools to alleviate your symptoms.
Traumatic events from the past affecting your life today? You may be experiencing symptoms such as anxiety, hyper vigilance, insomnia, nightmares, flashbacks, numbness and the need to keep yourself busy, or self-medicated. This is affecting your work and your relationship with your loved ones and yourself. You may also have been referred to try out EMDR therapy, by a health professional. I specialize in treating anxiety, PTSD, Complex PTSD stemming from past traumas, including childhood trauma. I focus on the mind-body-spirit connection and value a holistic approach to healing that examines the root causes behind your challenges.
Madison Cruickshank
Registered Psychotherapist, MA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1R (Online Only)
I trust that every person is the expert of their own life and experiences. I hold the belief that everyone has what they need, within themselves, to heal, and I enjoy walking alongside to support folks in accessing these strengths and resources. I strive to establish trusting and collaborative relationships that create a safe space for exploration and growth. I work from a person-centered and trauma-informed lens, while integrating a variety of modalities including Internal Family Systems, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), somatic and mindfulness-based interventions, ACT and DBT.
I trust that every person is the expert of their own life and experiences. I hold the belief that everyone has what they need, within themselves, to heal, and I enjoy walking alongside to support folks in accessing these strengths and resources. I strive to establish trusting and collaborative relationships that create a safe space for exploration and growth. I work from a person-centered and trauma-informed lens, while integrating a variety of modalities including Internal Family Systems, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), somatic and mindfulness-based interventions, ACT and DBT.
Jonathan David Schmidt
Registered Psychotherapist, MSc, RP, RMFT-SM, CCFT
Verified Verified
Ottawa, ON K1H (Online Only)
I've integrated collaborative, solution-focused, family systems, somatic-trauma, and internal family systems perspectives.
My goal is to be accountable to you for the change you want. Psychotherapy should move you forward. We'll discuss your goals, how you would know if you were improving and what prevents you from living the life you want. I support couples, families, and individuals who are dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, and other challenges.
I've integrated collaborative, solution-focused, family systems, somatic-trauma, and internal family systems perspectives.
My goal is to be accountable to you for the change you want. Psychotherapy should move you forward. We'll discuss your goals, how you would know if you were improving and what prevents you from living the life you want. I support couples, families, and individuals who are dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, and other challenges.
The therapies that resonate for me are rooted in anti-oppressive, somatic approaches, alongside nervous system, trauma focused and attachment therapies.
Currently accepting new clients! At times life can make us feel far away from ourselves and when that happens each day can feel challenging. Together I hope our work brings about new understanding of yourself as well as compassion for the ways our adaptive bodies and brains function to protect and connect us. In therapy I like to use laughter, curiosity, and genuine connection to build therapeutic relationship. I offer both virtual individual therapy and in person therapy in Almonte Ontario (just outside of Kanata).
The therapies that resonate for me are rooted in anti-oppressive, somatic approaches, alongside nervous system, trauma focused and attachment therapies.
Currently accepting new clients! At times life can make us feel far away from ourselves and when that happens each day can feel challenging. Together I hope our work brings about new understanding of yourself as well as compassion for the ways our adaptive bodies and brains function to protect and connect us. In therapy I like to use laughter, curiosity, and genuine connection to build therapeutic relationship. I offer both virtual individual therapy and in person therapy in Almonte Ontario (just outside of Kanata).
With training in body-based interventions like EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, Internal Family Systems, and Inner Relationship Focusing, I can help you develop the self-awareness, self-compassion, and self-acceptance that is the starting point for transformation.
I work with individuals who want to feel better - whether you are suffering from the effects of trauma, childhood abuse, neglect, mental health issues, depression, anxiety, or you're just not feeling like yourself anymore. Sometimes a new challenge can trigger old wounds and suddenly life seems overwhelming. Together, we can explore where things may have gone off course to equip you with the insight, skills, and motivation to move forward. My approach is eclectic, using body-based interventions that are safe and proven effective. My belief is that every person has the capacity to heal; No one is broken, and everything is possible.
With training in body-based interventions like EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, Internal Family Systems, and Inner Relationship Focusing, I can help you develop the self-awareness, self-compassion, and self-acceptance that is the starting point for transformation.
I work with individuals who want to feel better - whether you are suffering from the effects of trauma, childhood abuse, neglect, mental health issues, depression, anxiety, or you're just not feeling like yourself anymore. Sometimes a new challenge can trigger old wounds and suddenly life seems overwhelming. Together, we can explore where things may have gone off course to equip you with the insight, skills, and motivation to move forward. My approach is eclectic, using body-based interventions that are safe and proven effective. My belief is that every person has the capacity to heal; No one is broken, and everything is possible.
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Somatic Counsellors
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.