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Hannah Cartner Lavasque
Counselor, MA, LCMHC, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
She believes in the power of creative expression, mindfulness, grounding techniques, and somatic psychotherapy to connect body, mind, and heart.
Hannah has experience partnering with individuals managing mood disorders, intellectual and developmental disabilities, trauma, difficult life experiences and changes, and stress-related conditions. She has training in trauma work, art therapy, mindfulness and a specialty in working with the blind and visually impaired.Hannah is a licensed counselor and a board-certified art therapist. She believes in a holistic and person-centered approach to therapy. Her training in both art therapy and talk therapy provide a unique lens to processing life experiences. She enjoys working with individuals of all ages, backgrounds, and identities.
She believes in the power of creative expression, mindfulness, grounding techniques, and somatic psychotherapy to connect body, mind, and heart.
Hannah has experience partnering with individuals managing mood disorders, intellectual and developmental disabilities, trauma, difficult life experiences and changes, and stress-related conditions. She has training in trauma work, art therapy, mindfulness and a specialty in working with the blind and visually impaired.Hannah is a licensed counselor and a board-certified art therapist. She believes in a holistic and person-centered approach to therapy. Her training in both art therapy and talk therapy provide a unique lens to processing life experiences. She enjoys working with individuals of all ages, backgrounds, and identities.
(984) 300-3292 View (984) 300-3292
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Ellie De Leon
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MS, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
My Somatic training includes Level 1 of Embodied Recovery, and the NeuroAffective Developmental Model (NARM).
Not accepting new clients. Telehealth available! I relish working with individuals of color, and LGBTQQIA+ and immigrant communities. I particularly love partnering with adolescents and young adults embarking on the task of identity formation. I work with Individuals ages 12+, as well as Parents (as a certified Triple P parenting provider), or Families. Working with me as a therapist you can expect someone who is warm, adaptable with evidence-based modalities, and focused on YOUR values. I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and parenting provider. I speak Spanish fluently!
My Somatic training includes Level 1 of Embodied Recovery, and the NeuroAffective Developmental Model (NARM).
Not accepting new clients. Telehealth available! I relish working with individuals of color, and LGBTQQIA+ and immigrant communities. I particularly love partnering with adolescents and young adults embarking on the task of identity formation. I work with Individuals ages 12+, as well as Parents (as a certified Triple P parenting provider), or Families. Working with me as a therapist you can expect someone who is warm, adaptable with evidence-based modalities, and focused on YOUR values. I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and parenting provider. I speak Spanish fluently!
(984) 364-8725 View (984) 364-8725
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Rafael Martinez
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
Waitlist for new clients
As a graduate of Naropa Univerity's body-psychotherapy program, I have particular training in Somatic Psychology.
I whole-heartedly believe that you are the expert on you! I hold the framework in our work together that you contain the inner wisdom around what you need for healing and growth. My role is to help you identify, strengthen, and listen to that inner guidance. At times this inner-knowing can become muted or distorted.
As a graduate of Naropa Univerity's body-psychotherapy program, I have particular training in Somatic Psychology.
I whole-heartedly believe that you are the expert on you! I hold the framework in our work together that you contain the inner wisdom around what you need for healing and growth. My role is to help you identify, strengthen, and listen to that inner guidance. At times this inner-knowing can become muted or distorted.
(984) 999-1592 View (984) 999-1592
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Rafia Rebeck
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselors, MA, MEd, LCMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
Waitlist for new clients
I am trained in Hakomi, a mindfulness-based somatic therapy, which lays the foundation for profound neuronal re-patterning.
My approach to therapy is gentle, perceptive, and honest. Utilizing contemporary neuroscience and traditional mindfulness, I cultivate a therapeutic environment that is ripe for transformation, health, and joy. Clients appreciate my warmth, authenticity, and the sense of safety that I create. I enjoy supporting my clients in exploring core beliefs that have been limiting their freedom. As a practitioner, I value all avenues of experience (thoughts, emotions, physical sensations, memories, images, and dreams) as valid pathways into the inner world.
I am trained in Hakomi, a mindfulness-based somatic therapy, which lays the foundation for profound neuronal re-patterning.
My approach to therapy is gentle, perceptive, and honest. Utilizing contemporary neuroscience and traditional mindfulness, I cultivate a therapeutic environment that is ripe for transformation, health, and joy. Clients appreciate my warmth, authenticity, and the sense of safety that I create. I enjoy supporting my clients in exploring core beliefs that have been limiting their freedom. As a practitioner, I value all avenues of experience (thoughts, emotions, physical sensations, memories, images, and dreams) as valid pathways into the inner world.
(984) 203-9088 View (984) 203-9088
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Ricki L Geiger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CGP
Verified Verified
Chapel Hill, NC 27514  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Online Only. M-W.Please check your insurance. I can help you unravel difficult experiences-past and present, work through bad feelings and cultivate positive change. As a process relational psychotherapist coupled with a somatic and PolyVagal Theory lens, I specialize in healing childhood abuse/neglect, and trauma related stress and symptoms: shame, depression, loss of self, numbing, anxiety, self-destructive behavior, chronic grief and pain, attachment and trust issues, feeling helpless and hopeless. Over time, you will relinquish old self-defeating internal messages, behaviors; gain confidence and skills and enjoy a fuller life.
Online Only. M-W.Please check your insurance. I can help you unravel difficult experiences-past and present, work through bad feelings and cultivate positive change. As a process relational psychotherapist coupled with a somatic and PolyVagal Theory lens, I specialize in healing childhood abuse/neglect, and trauma related stress and symptoms: shame, depression, loss of self, numbing, anxiety, self-destructive behavior, chronic grief and pain, attachment and trust issues, feeling helpless and hopeless. Over time, you will relinquish old self-defeating internal messages, behaviors; gain confidence and skills and enjoy a fuller life.
(919) 642-2133 View (919) 642-2133
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Tausha G Watson
Psychologist, PsyD, RPT, TCTSY-F, SEP, RYT 500
Verified Verified
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
I am also a somatic experiencing practitioner (SEP).
We often feel lost, stuck, and helpless when we struggle to find solutions to our everyday problems. At this point, our problems can become obstacles blocking us from living the best days of our lives. However, psychotherapy can help us overcome these obstacles by teaching us how to cope better with our emotions and thoughts, gain insight into our problems, make impactful changes, communicate effectively, find solutions, and stop engaging in self-sabotaging behaviors.
I am also a somatic experiencing practitioner (SEP).
We often feel lost, stuck, and helpless when we struggle to find solutions to our everyday problems. At this point, our problems can become obstacles blocking us from living the best days of our lives. However, psychotherapy can help us overcome these obstacles by teaching us how to cope better with our emotions and thoughts, gain insight into our problems, make impactful changes, communicate effectively, find solutions, and stop engaging in self-sabotaging behaviors.
(919) 769-3944 View (919) 769-3944
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Jennifer Graves
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
I have a depth and breadth of training / experience that informs my practice (psychoanalytic, somatic, attachment).
My hope is, the therapeutic "space" we create can become generous enough to invite our combined intelligences and curiosity to move toward a kind attending to your deep mysteries, desires, conflicts, motivations, (helpful and unhelpful) patterns, felt senses, griefs, losses, traumas and limitations. I hope this work might help you find the ground in difficulty and heartache, as well as empower you to build a life (within and externally) (within the confines of reality) that feels more genuine, connected, courageous, creative and even, sometimes, joyful.
I have a depth and breadth of training / experience that informs my practice (psychoanalytic, somatic, attachment).
My hope is, the therapeutic "space" we create can become generous enough to invite our combined intelligences and curiosity to move toward a kind attending to your deep mysteries, desires, conflicts, motivations, (helpful and unhelpful) patterns, felt senses, griefs, losses, traumas and limitations. I hope this work might help you find the ground in difficulty and heartache, as well as empower you to build a life (within and externally) (within the confines of reality) that feels more genuine, connected, courageous, creative and even, sometimes, joyful.
(984) 237-2501 View (984) 237-2501
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MindBody Centering Therapies
Counselor, LCMHCA, MA, MEd, C-IAYT, ERYT500
Verified Verified
Chapel Hill, NC 27514  (Online Only)
Nina Werness is a Licensed Counselor,(LCMHCA) and somatic therapist who offers anyone a positively focused experience to empower wellbeing from depression, stress and anxiety. My specialization in Trauma-based Counseling (MEd., NCC 87024) and Yoga Therapeutics (C-IAYT, E-RYT-500) offers a unique Centering Therapy that focuses on an individual's & couples' strengths to develop greater awareness & capacity to enjoy an empowered life of purpose & whole health as happiness. Each session you are given a personalized body-mind daily practice to grow your potential and to enrich your life purpose of deep inner peace.
Nina Werness is a Licensed Counselor,(LCMHCA) and somatic therapist who offers anyone a positively focused experience to empower wellbeing from depression, stress and anxiety. My specialization in Trauma-based Counseling (MEd., NCC 87024) and Yoga Therapeutics (C-IAYT, E-RYT-500) offers a unique Centering Therapy that focuses on an individual's & couples' strengths to develop greater awareness & capacity to enjoy an empowered life of purpose & whole health as happiness. Each session you are given a personalized body-mind daily practice to grow your potential and to enrich your life purpose of deep inner peace.
(919) 251-5439 View (919) 251-5439
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Grace Mark
LCSW Associate, MSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
I use a collaborative therapeutic style to explore what works for you, integrating primarily relational psychodynamic, somatic, and DBT approaches.
If you’re reading this, you're probably considering the vulnerable, messy, beautiful, healing work of therapy. You may also be: feeling “stuck” by inner conflict and uncertain of what’s next, high-achieving and grappling with a harsh inner critic, feeling out of sync with your values or how you want to live your life, feeling overwhelmed by your emotions, feeling unheard or seeking deeper connection in your relationships, or have engaged in therapy and learned helpful skills but didn't get to the root of your concerns. Maybe you're a graduate student or LGBTQ+ person wanting to process the varied challenges and pleasures of life.
I use a collaborative therapeutic style to explore what works for you, integrating primarily relational psychodynamic, somatic, and DBT approaches.
If you’re reading this, you're probably considering the vulnerable, messy, beautiful, healing work of therapy. You may also be: feeling “stuck” by inner conflict and uncertain of what’s next, high-achieving and grappling with a harsh inner critic, feeling out of sync with your values or how you want to live your life, feeling overwhelmed by your emotions, feeling unheard or seeking deeper connection in your relationships, or have engaged in therapy and learned helpful skills but didn't get to the root of your concerns. Maybe you're a graduate student or LGBTQ+ person wanting to process the varied challenges and pleasures of life.
(919) 267-2272 View (919) 267-2272
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Dani Leah Strauss
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, E-RYT
Verified Verified
Chapel Hill, NC 27514  (Online Only)
I believe pleasure and intimacy are key components to realizing your own worth. Whether you are looking to connect more deeply to yourself, a partner, or a community, I am here to reflect your own capacity for joy and fulfillment back to you. Therapy is about connection, and I bring my openness, curiosity, and sense of humor into my sessions. I use a blend of techniques from emotionally-focused therapy, somatic psychotherapy, sex therapy, and yoga to work with both individuals and partners.
I believe pleasure and intimacy are key components to realizing your own worth. Whether you are looking to connect more deeply to yourself, a partner, or a community, I am here to reflect your own capacity for joy and fulfillment back to you. Therapy is about connection, and I bring my openness, curiosity, and sense of humor into my sessions. I use a blend of techniques from emotionally-focused therapy, somatic psychotherapy, sex therapy, and yoga to work with both individuals and partners.
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Nan Hudspeth
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, MS
Verified Verified
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
We will also work from a somatic perspective, identifying how and where your body has been holding onto these beliefs.
Welcome, if you are seeking to be seen and heard in a compassionate and thoughtful way, you will find that we will work well together. I will meet you where you are and encourage you down the paths to find your own answers. If you are experiencing trauma, depression, anxiety, eating disorder, relationships difficulties, feeling stuck, we will coregulate and find where you are holding this and tools for more freedom and an increase in your tolerance for self and others.
We will also work from a somatic perspective, identifying how and where your body has been holding onto these beliefs.
Welcome, if you are seeking to be seen and heard in a compassionate and thoughtful way, you will find that we will work well together. I will meet you where you are and encourage you down the paths to find your own answers. If you are experiencing trauma, depression, anxiety, eating disorder, relationships difficulties, feeling stuck, we will coregulate and find where you are holding this and tools for more freedom and an increase in your tolerance for self and others.
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Vanessa M. Talley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCASA, CCTP-II
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chapel Hill, NC 27514  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
As a trained EMDR, IFS, and Somatic Therapist, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP-II), and Certified Mindfulness & Meditation Coach, I utilize solution-focused and evidence-based treatments such as EMDR Therapy, Somatic Therapy, CBT, MBSR & MBCT; to support those with symptoms of trauma, PTSD, C-PTSD, Anxiety, Depression and Grief.
I am humbled by the work done collaboratively with individuals while helping them reach their goals. Healing is a journey, and I am here to assist you in becoming a Happier, Healthier, and more Whole version of yourself. Clients who are ready for change, and the work it takes, reach out to me. Have you ever wondered how to overcome the trauma, grief, depression, and anxiety that prevents you from living your best possible life? If your answer is "yes," let's connect. I use holistic approaches that can help.
As a trained EMDR, IFS, and Somatic Therapist, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP-II), and Certified Mindfulness & Meditation Coach, I utilize solution-focused and evidence-based treatments such as EMDR Therapy, Somatic Therapy, CBT, MBSR & MBCT; to support those with symptoms of trauma, PTSD, C-PTSD, Anxiety, Depression and Grief.
I am humbled by the work done collaboratively with individuals while helping them reach their goals. Healing is a journey, and I am here to assist you in becoming a Happier, Healthier, and more Whole version of yourself. Clients who are ready for change, and the work it takes, reach out to me. Have you ever wondered how to overcome the trauma, grief, depression, and anxiety that prevents you from living your best possible life? If your answer is "yes," let's connect. I use holistic approaches that can help.
(919) 877-6495 View (919) 877-6495
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Ping-Tzu Lee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
, somatic self), and believes this mindful practice is the basic foundation for metal health.
Changes often raise fear and curiosity. I particularly enjoy working with clients who are full of curiosities and who are willing to explore unknowns and perceive unknowns as gifts. I am interested in supporting clients’ fear related to changes, and helping clients work on variety of issues, including anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, traumas, identity development (e.g., sexual orientation and cultural identities), etc. Prior to arriving in the US, I was a mental health provider in Taiwan. In my early career, I practiced child play therapy and animal-assisted psychotherapy.
, somatic self), and believes this mindful practice is the basic foundation for metal health.
Changes often raise fear and curiosity. I particularly enjoy working with clients who are full of curiosities and who are willing to explore unknowns and perceive unknowns as gifts. I am interested in supporting clients’ fear related to changes, and helping clients work on variety of issues, including anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, traumas, identity development (e.g., sexual orientation and cultural identities), etc. Prior to arriving in the US, I was a mental health provider in Taiwan. In my early career, I practiced child play therapy and animal-assisted psychotherapy.
(919) 752-3997 View (919) 752-3997
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Amick Boone
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
Offering multiple discounted sliding scale slots to those who can't afford my rate. Educated, licensed, and in clinical practice since 2018 in the Bay Area, CA, I'm a licensed therapist (LMFTA) who recently moved my practice to Durham. Primarily trained in Gestalt therapy, as an integral therapist I also pull from IFS, Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples, and other somatic, experiential, mindfulness-based modalities. Anxiety, depression, chronic illness, infertility, loss, explorations of identity, communication issues, deepening intimacy, and building trust are a few of the challenges that bring clients to me.
Offering multiple discounted sliding scale slots to those who can't afford my rate. Educated, licensed, and in clinical practice since 2018 in the Bay Area, CA, I'm a licensed therapist (LMFTA) who recently moved my practice to Durham. Primarily trained in Gestalt therapy, as an integral therapist I also pull from IFS, Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples, and other somatic, experiential, mindfulness-based modalities. Anxiety, depression, chronic illness, infertility, loss, explorations of identity, communication issues, deepening intimacy, and building trust are a few of the challenges that bring clients to me.
(919) 666-6798 View (919) 666-6798
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Catriona Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, QP, MSW, LCSWA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
When working with me, therapy interventions and modalities will include Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing, and Somatic methods, among others.
Let's start each day trying our best. Working together, we can practice and support identifying your values, needs, and emotions, bringing peace to your life and those around you. You deserve to live your life to the fullest. My background encompasses working with people 13 and up, including veterinarians, first responders, professionals, immigrants, and people/folx exploring sexuality or gender. If you are struggling with intimacy, anxiety, or self-esteem, please call. My techniques include mindfulness, ACT, CBT, and a bit of DBT. Let's decrease any anxiety, find methods to manage everyday stress, and learn to be kind to ourselves.
When working with me, therapy interventions and modalities will include Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing, and Somatic methods, among others.
Let's start each day trying our best. Working together, we can practice and support identifying your values, needs, and emotions, bringing peace to your life and those around you. You deserve to live your life to the fullest. My background encompasses working with people 13 and up, including veterinarians, first responders, professionals, immigrants, and people/folx exploring sexuality or gender. If you are struggling with intimacy, anxiety, or self-esteem, please call. My techniques include mindfulness, ACT, CBT, and a bit of DBT. Let's decrease any anxiety, find methods to manage everyday stress, and learn to be kind to ourselves.
(984) 464-8026 View (984) 464-8026
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Sacred Listener
Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
Are you a generally healthy person, looking for guidance in how to live your life in the healthiest and happiest way? Whether your challenges are in the realm of finances, relationships, work satisfaction, anxiety, or depression, transpersonal counseling can help you! If you are looking for a therapist that can include your spiritual beliefs and include those in your treatment, and if you enjoy varied approaches to mental health and happiness such as art, yoga, and meditation, I might be the therapist for you!
Are you a generally healthy person, looking for guidance in how to live your life in the healthiest and happiest way? Whether your challenges are in the realm of finances, relationships, work satisfaction, anxiety, or depression, transpersonal counseling can help you! If you are looking for a therapist that can include your spiritual beliefs and include those in your treatment, and if you enjoy varied approaches to mental health and happiness such as art, yoga, and meditation, I might be the therapist for you!
(919) 335-6734 View (919) 335-6734
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Kalita D McBride
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
The House of Gray PLLC was created with the strong friend and family member in mind. The one that often feels alone and who finds it difficult to be vulnerable with their loved ones. Our passion lies in educating, empowering and healing communities that have been fragmented for generations. Our energy is rooted in being empathic, safe and nonjudgmental to support your journey towards healing and inner peace. We guide you in finding meaning to the challenges you face and explore your inner strengths to thrive.
The House of Gray PLLC was created with the strong friend and family member in mind. The one that often feels alone and who finds it difficult to be vulnerable with their loved ones. Our passion lies in educating, empowering and healing communities that have been fragmented for generations. Our energy is rooted in being empathic, safe and nonjudgmental to support your journey towards healing and inner peace. We guide you in finding meaning to the challenges you face and explore your inner strengths to thrive.
(919) 635-1834 View (919) 635-1834
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Lisa Stevens
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
Do you struggle to get your needs met in your relationships? Perhaps you try repeatedly and fail to achieve harmony? I have a special interest in working with individuals experiencing unhappiness in their important relationships. When my clients first come in, they may feel they are doing the heavy lifting and hope that things will change. Their relationship dissatisfaction gets in the way of the life they want in so many ways. They aren’t the person they strive to be according to their values. They feel like they are failing as a partner and in life. Greater self-confidence and fulfillment are attainable.
Do you struggle to get your needs met in your relationships? Perhaps you try repeatedly and fail to achieve harmony? I have a special interest in working with individuals experiencing unhappiness in their important relationships. When my clients first come in, they may feel they are doing the heavy lifting and hope that things will change. Their relationship dissatisfaction gets in the way of the life they want in so many ways. They aren’t the person they strive to be according to their values. They feel like they are failing as a partner and in life. Greater self-confidence and fulfillment are attainable.
(919) 877-6823 View (919) 877-6823
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Kristin Hayden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chapel Hill, NC 27514  (Online Only)
I am a Psychotherapist who is dedicated to working with children, adolescents, adults and families. My approach is warm, collaborative and down to earth. My specialties include supporting clients who are struggling with socialization, depression, anxiety, parenting and relational issues, self esteem, grief and loss, anger problems, attention deficit disorders, trauma and transitions. I entered the field in 2004 and have worked in schools, foster care agencies and private practice settings. With compassion and understanding, I work with individuals to help them build on their strengths and attain personal growth, ease and well-being.
I am a Psychotherapist who is dedicated to working with children, adolescents, adults and families. My approach is warm, collaborative and down to earth. My specialties include supporting clients who are struggling with socialization, depression, anxiety, parenting and relational issues, self esteem, grief and loss, anger problems, attention deficit disorders, trauma and transitions. I entered the field in 2004 and have worked in schools, foster care agencies and private practice settings. With compassion and understanding, I work with individuals to help them build on their strengths and attain personal growth, ease and well-being.
(919) 324-0951 View (919) 324-0951
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NC Center for Resiliency, PLLC
Counselor, MS, LPCA, CRC
Verified Verified
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
I believe that everyone has the ability to find power within themselves to create a life that works best for them. I specialize in working with teenagers and adults with anxiety, depression, eating disorders, body image concerns, bipolar disorder, dissociative episodes and life transitions.
I believe that everyone has the ability to find power within themselves to create a life that works best for them. I specialize in working with teenagers and adults with anxiety, depression, eating disorders, body image concerns, bipolar disorder, dissociative episodes and life transitions.
(919) 525-3190 View (919) 525-3190
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.