Somatic Therapists in 27517
Zumrad Ahmedjanova
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCAS, CCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chapel Hill, NC 27517
I have specialized training in Somatic Experiencing, Transactional Analysis, Redicision Therapy and Advanced Integrative Therapy (energy psychology treatment) which are the ways to address past hurts and speed up the personal growth process.
I am currently accepting clients for premarital counseling.> I am a clinical social worker, addiction specialist and a certified supervisor. I support healing by fostering healthy relationship. I found that clients that value a psychobiological approach (relations between mind and body) tend to be drawn to me. I work both with individuals and couples. I support my clients through transitions and change. My work with clients revolves around supporting them to prioritize their needs, as well as to identify coping mechanisms and resources available to them. I do not accept insurance for couples work, but I do for individual.
I have specialized training in Somatic Experiencing, Transactional Analysis, Redicision Therapy and Advanced Integrative Therapy (energy psychology treatment) which are the ways to address past hurts and speed up the personal growth process.
I am currently accepting clients for premarital counseling.> I am a clinical social worker, addiction specialist and a certified supervisor. I support healing by fostering healthy relationship. I found that clients that value a psychobiological approach (relations between mind and body) tend to be drawn to me. I work both with individuals and couples. I support my clients through transitions and change. My work with clients revolves around supporting them to prioritize their needs, as well as to identify coping mechanisms and resources available to them. I do not accept insurance for couples work, but I do for individual.
Francesca Nicole Morfesis
Psychological Associate, MA, LPA, HSP-PA
Verified Verified
Chapel Hill, NC 27517
I specialize in Somatic Experiencing (therapy for resolving trauma/nervous system dysregulation and returning to resilience, flow and wellbeing in the nervous system) and Mindfulness/Spirituality.
My love is helping people learn to navigate the terrain of the body and to find the wisdom and freedom of feeling and ‘sensing’ as ways of knowing and healing. This domain is difficult to navigate alone - We live in a time when our nervous systems are deeply taxed and carry significant trauma, and in which the cultural resources for healing have been repressed or lost under the weight of systems of oppression. I want to help you find your way back to a sense of wholeness by listening to your innate wisdom. Please note- I only accept clients who have some form of contemplative practice because it creates a foundation for our work!
I specialize in Somatic Experiencing (therapy for resolving trauma/nervous system dysregulation and returning to resilience, flow and wellbeing in the nervous system) and Mindfulness/Spirituality.
My love is helping people learn to navigate the terrain of the body and to find the wisdom and freedom of feeling and ‘sensing’ as ways of knowing and healing. This domain is difficult to navigate alone - We live in a time when our nervous systems are deeply taxed and carry significant trauma, and in which the cultural resources for healing have been repressed or lost under the weight of systems of oppression. I want to help you find your way back to a sense of wholeness by listening to your innate wisdom. Please note- I only accept clients who have some form of contemplative practice because it creates a foundation for our work!
Katie Brader
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPC, SEP
Not Verified Not Verified
Chapel Hill, NC 27517
Reaching out for help can be hard. Katie admires and respects the bravery involved in doing so. After living in Austin, TX, for 9 years she's glad to be back on the east coast! Katie received her Master of Arts in Counseling from St. Edward's University, is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), a Somatic Experiencing® Practitioner (SEP), a Bodywork and Somatic Education Practitioner (BASE(tm)), and is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR). Services for individuals, families, couples/same-sex partners, teens, and children are available.
Reaching out for help can be hard. Katie admires and respects the bravery involved in doing so. After living in Austin, TX, for 9 years she's glad to be back on the east coast! Katie received her Master of Arts in Counseling from St. Edward's University, is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), a Somatic Experiencing® Practitioner (SEP), a Bodywork and Somatic Education Practitioner (BASE(tm)), and is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR). Services for individuals, families, couples/same-sex partners, teens, and children are available.
Simon Spire
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LCSWA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Chapel Hill, NC 27517
I am currently accepting new clients, and I always respond within 24 hours. I partner with adults of all ages who are seeking psychotherapy within a setting that’s able to hold the fullness of who they are and the larger arc of their path. Located on Pickards Mountain at the edge of Chapel Hill, I describe my approach as somatic, depth-oriented, and mindfulness-based. Another term I use is soulcentric. Why? Because the word soul points to the deeper dimensions of one’s life. It evokes the rich, sometimes veiled currents running through our lives and orients us toward our ever-unfolding authenticity and path.
I am currently accepting new clients, and I always respond within 24 hours. I partner with adults of all ages who are seeking psychotherapy within a setting that’s able to hold the fullness of who they are and the larger arc of their path. Located on Pickards Mountain at the edge of Chapel Hill, I describe my approach as somatic, depth-oriented, and mindfulness-based. Another term I use is soulcentric. Why? Because the word soul points to the deeper dimensions of one’s life. It evokes the rich, sometimes veiled currents running through our lives and orients us toward our ever-unfolding authenticity and path.
Tausha G Watson
Psychologist, PsyD, RPT, TCTSY-F, SEP, RYT-500
Verified Verified
Chapel Hill, NC 27517
I utilize different techniques to help my clients, such as eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), somatic experiencing (SE), mindfulness, biofeedback, Internal Family Systems (IFS), yoga, and more.
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 utilize different techniques to help my clients, such as eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), somatic experiencing (SE), mindfulness, biofeedback, Internal Family Systems (IFS), yoga, and more.
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.
Olga Naroditskaya
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chapel Hill, NC 27517 (Online Only)
Does your daily life leave you in a state of constant analysis paralysis, exhaustion, or fight-or-flightiness? Craving freedom from anxiety, overthinking, and a constant stream of inner criticism? As a fellow recovering perfectionist, I got you. I help neurodivergent women and members of the LGBTQ+ community heal the root cause of their anxiety, exhaustion, and burnout using a combination of somatic modalities, IFS, and psychodynamic therapies. I believe in therapy that helps you regulate your nervous system, understand the root cause of patterns that aren’t serving you, and focuses on making your life better. Like right now.
Does your daily life leave you in a state of constant analysis paralysis, exhaustion, or fight-or-flightiness? Craving freedom from anxiety, overthinking, and a constant stream of inner criticism? As a fellow recovering perfectionist, I got you. I help neurodivergent women and members of the LGBTQ+ community heal the root cause of their anxiety, exhaustion, and burnout using a combination of somatic modalities, IFS, and psychodynamic therapies. I believe in therapy that helps you regulate your nervous system, understand the root cause of patterns that aren’t serving you, and focuses on making your life better. Like right now.
Alissa Alba Fillingame
LCSW Associate , MSW, LCSW-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chapel Hill, NC 27517
Immediate afternoon and evening availability! I specialize in working with children, teens, young adults (ages 4-30), parents, and families navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, low self-esteem, and behavioral or conduct issues. I have a particular focus on clients who are highly sensitive, where this sensitivity may show up as academic or behavioral struggles, sleep difficulties, suicidal thoughts or self-harm, substance use, relationship conflicts, social withdrawal, avoidance, perfectionism, disordered eating, and body image concerns.
Immediate afternoon and evening availability! I specialize in working with children, teens, young adults (ages 4-30), parents, and families navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, low self-esteem, and behavioral or conduct issues. I have a particular focus on clients who are highly sensitive, where this sensitivity may show up as academic or behavioral struggles, sleep difficulties, suicidal thoughts or self-harm, substance use, relationship conflicts, social withdrawal, avoidance, perfectionism, disordered eating, and body image concerns.
Susan Lipiec
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Chapel Hill, NC 27517 (Online Only)
If you are at a place where you are experiencing some difficulties in life, you do not have to stay in that place. I offer a wide variety of knowledge, experience, compassion, and empathy into my time with others. I enjoy infusing my work with a lot of humor, and creativity, while embracing the holistic model of the mind/body connection.
If you are at a place where you are experiencing some difficulties in life, you do not have to stay in that place. I offer a wide variety of knowledge, experience, compassion, and empathy into my time with others. I enjoy infusing my work with a lot of humor, and creativity, while embracing the holistic model of the mind/body connection.
Clare R Brown
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chapel Hill, NC 27517
What is it that brings vitality? What gets you stuck? Often times we don't realize, we are not taught, that the key to well being is our relationship with self and with what is actually happening, not what we think should happen. As we learn to trust what is arising rather than believe it is bad, and we learn to value and process emotions and experiences, we start to relate to our self and to life differently. Setting limits, bold choices, passion and clarity become more possible and natural. And so we find: our suffering, our symptoms turn out not to be a problem to be fixed, but a gateway to our freedom.
What is it that brings vitality? What gets you stuck? Often times we don't realize, we are not taught, that the key to well being is our relationship with self and with what is actually happening, not what we think should happen. As we learn to trust what is arising rather than believe it is bad, and we learn to value and process emotions and experiences, we start to relate to our self and to life differently. Setting limits, bold choices, passion and clarity become more possible and natural. And so we find: our suffering, our symptoms turn out not to be a problem to be fixed, but a gateway to our freedom.
Miranda Saling Aultman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chapel Hill, NC 27517
Miranda Saling Aultman, MSW, LCSW, is a mental health therapist providing treatment for children, adolescents, and adults desiring support for anxiety, depression, stress, or trauma recovery. Miranda uses various evidence-based treatment modalities to enhance the therapeutic experience for each individual based on their distinct needs and goals. Miranda has spent her career supporting children, youth and families in both civilian and military communities throughout the Midwest and Southeastern United States as a part of the public school system, social services, faith-based groups, mental health services, and non-profits.
Miranda Saling Aultman, MSW, LCSW, is a mental health therapist providing treatment for children, adolescents, and adults desiring support for anxiety, depression, stress, or trauma recovery. Miranda uses various evidence-based treatment modalities to enhance the therapeutic experience for each individual based on their distinct needs and goals. Miranda has spent her career supporting children, youth and families in both civilian and military communities throughout the Midwest and Southeastern United States as a part of the public school system, social services, faith-based groups, mental health services, and non-profits.
Debbie Chendanda
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, CCTP, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Chapel Hill, NC 27517
I am currently accepting new clients. I'm so glad you are here! I provide a compassionate, safe and non-judgmental space to talk about life’s challenges. I love working with children, teens, college students and families to help provide support and direction. I am passionate about helping people connect in healthy ways, healing wounds that prevent us from living a life that is fulfilling. Often childhood trauma or dysfunctional family systems can cause so much pain, that we struggle to even love ourselves, but there is hope and these wounds can be healed.
I am currently accepting new clients. I'm so glad you are here! I provide a compassionate, safe and non-judgmental space to talk about life’s challenges. I love working with children, teens, college students and families to help provide support and direction. I am passionate about helping people connect in healthy ways, healing wounds that prevent us from living a life that is fulfilling. Often childhood trauma or dysfunctional family systems can cause so much pain, that we struggle to even love ourselves, but there is hope and these wounds can be healed.
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Hi, my name is Eleri (rhymes with “celery”)! I am a child and adolescent mental health therapist specialized in developmental and psychiatric disabilities. While I am rooted in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), I integrate elements of several modalities including dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing, play therapy, and adventure/experiential therapy into my practice. My primary focus is providing individual psychotherapy to children, teens, and college students (ages 5 to 25).
Hi, my name is Eleri (rhymes with “celery”)! I am a child and adolescent mental health therapist specialized in developmental and psychiatric disabilities. While I am rooted in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), I integrate elements of several modalities including dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing, play therapy, and adventure/experiential therapy into my practice. My primary focus is providing individual psychotherapy to children, teens, and college students (ages 5 to 25).
I work with adults struggling with relationship issues, addiction, depression, anxiety, and PTSD. Many of my clients are high performers who have become successful despite a difficult childhood. If you are curious how therapy can help you reduce your suffering, improve your relationships, and help you heal from past traumas, I encourage you to reach out for a free consultation. I use elements of EMDR therapy in my approach. I am kink allied and sex positive. I invite you to come as you are. I will respect, support, and encourage you during our time in therapy.
I work with adults struggling with relationship issues, addiction, depression, anxiety, and PTSD. Many of my clients are high performers who have become successful despite a difficult childhood. If you are curious how therapy can help you reduce your suffering, improve your relationships, and help you heal from past traumas, I encourage you to reach out for a free consultation. I use elements of EMDR therapy in my approach. I am kink allied and sex positive. I invite you to come as you are. I will respect, support, and encourage you during our time in therapy.
Sam Malfitano
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chapel Hill, NC 27517 (Online Only)
You've struggled with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, self doubt, limiting beliefs, & behavior patterns that cause you to feel stuck in certain areas of your life. You realize that just managing symptoms isn't working & you are looking for a deeper approach. You are ready to get to the root of your suffering and motivated to take different action that brings real results. You are ready and willing to do the deeper work to become a healthier, happier, version of yourself.
You've struggled with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, self doubt, limiting beliefs, & behavior patterns that cause you to feel stuck in certain areas of your life. You realize that just managing symptoms isn't working & you are looking for a deeper approach. You are ready to get to the root of your suffering and motivated to take different action that brings real results. You are ready and willing to do the deeper work to become a healthier, happier, version of yourself.
Sarah Janssen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chapel Hill, NC 27517
Are you looking for a safe place to make positive changes in your life or to gain insight and heal? Whether you're facing major challenges or are simply ready to get more out of your life, I offer a safe place for individuals & families to heal, transform & grow. ¿Le gustaría hacer cambios positivos en su vida? ¿Anda en busca de un lugar a salvo para mejorar su auto-estima? Ya sea que esté enfrentando problemas difíciles o simplemente esté listo para lograr más de su vida, yo ofrezco un sitio seguro para que personas y familias sanen y crezcan.
Are you looking for a safe place to make positive changes in your life or to gain insight and heal? Whether you're facing major challenges or are simply ready to get more out of your life, I offer a safe place for individuals & families to heal, transform & grow. ¿Le gustaría hacer cambios positivos en su vida? ¿Anda en busca de un lugar a salvo para mejorar su auto-estima? Ya sea que esté enfrentando problemas difíciles o simplemente esté listo para lograr más de su vida, yo ofrezco un sitio seguro para que personas y familias sanen y crezcan.
Kathryn A Summers
Pastoral Counselor, PsyD, FBPPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chapel Hill, NC 27517
Waitlist for new clients
I believe that good counseling, beginning with a natural fit between client and therapist, can be one of the most important and beneficial experiences of our lives. I am passionate about working with my clients and strive always to bring my natural compassion and creativity to each session. I find I am most helpful to clients struggling with loss, grief, depression, anxiety, and relationship issues, though I help clients work through other issues as well. Because I am trained in theology as well as psychotherapy, I bring a unique understanding of faith and spirituality to my practice, welcoming clients from any (or no) faith tradition.
I believe that good counseling, beginning with a natural fit between client and therapist, can be one of the most important and beneficial experiences of our lives. I am passionate about working with my clients and strive always to bring my natural compassion and creativity to each session. I find I am most helpful to clients struggling with loss, grief, depression, anxiety, and relationship issues, though I help clients work through other issues as well. Because I am trained in theology as well as psychotherapy, I bring a unique understanding of faith and spirituality to my practice, welcoming clients from any (or no) faith tradition.
Jack Hannibal
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chapel Hill, NC 27517 (Online Only)
Your relationship doesn’t work the way you’d like it to. You and your partner keep getting caught in the same repetitive patterns that make good communication and warm, secure connection all but impossible. Neither of you want the relationship to function like this, and yet, try as you might, you have been unable to change it. It's not about working harder but working differently. I can help.
Your relationship doesn’t work the way you’d like it to. You and your partner keep getting caught in the same repetitive patterns that make good communication and warm, secure connection all but impossible. Neither of you want the relationship to function like this, and yet, try as you might, you have been unable to change it. It's not about working harder but working differently. I can help.
Leslie Mulligan
Counselor, MS, EdS, LCPC, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Chapel Hill, NC 27517 (Online Only)
I am a creative humanist. As an experiential psychotherapist, I join with you in your life-in-process to support your self-awareness, healing, and growth. I engage with your whole person - body, mind, being - your unique "me". Life change, moods, relationships, work, health, recovery are my focus. Rather than lean into pathology, I value your intelligence, ways of expression, learning and strategies. Using facts, metaphor, lived experience, humor, honesty you'll see your own best way through. I tailor my tools to your person/couple/family's needs. You gain objective and compassionate insights, and new tools for thriving.
I am a creative humanist. As an experiential psychotherapist, I join with you in your life-in-process to support your self-awareness, healing, and growth. I engage with your whole person - body, mind, being - your unique "me". Life change, moods, relationships, work, health, recovery are my focus. Rather than lean into pathology, I value your intelligence, ways of expression, learning and strategies. Using facts, metaphor, lived experience, humor, honesty you'll see your own best way through. I tailor my tools to your person/couple/family's needs. You gain objective and compassionate insights, and new tools for thriving.
Kristin Harding
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chapel Hill, NC 27517 (Online Only)
Do you feel stuck worrying, the thoughts never stop? Hi, I’m Kristin, and I work with adults (ages 18-40) facing stress related to managing responsibilities and navigating relationships. I received my Masters from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill where I assisted others learn healthy ways to cope. I spend my free time with my family hiking, boating, and enjoying any other activity that involves being outside. I look forward to helping you navigate life circumstances, as you become a more at ease version of yourself.
Do you feel stuck worrying, the thoughts never stop? Hi, I’m Kristin, and I work with adults (ages 18-40) facing stress related to managing responsibilities and navigating relationships. I received my Masters from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill where I assisted others learn healthy ways to cope. I spend my free time with my family hiking, boating, and enjoying any other activity that involves being outside. I look forward to helping you navigate life circumstances, as you become a more at ease version of yourself.
Marisol Pérez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chapel Hill, NC 27517 (Online Only)
Have you tried all the things and continue to have no relief? Are you looking for something different than traditional talk therapy? Have you struggled to find a therapist that's a good fit? The search for support can be exhausting. Finding the therapist that's a good fit for you is key. I provide a collaborative, warm, and non-judgmental environment where you can feel safe and heard. If you're ready to be witnessed and supported, while on your journey to find peace, you've come to the right place. I offer an inclusive, holistic, trauma-centered, and anti-oppressive healing space. My psychotherapy practice is conveniently online.
Have you tried all the things and continue to have no relief? Are you looking for something different than traditional talk therapy? Have you struggled to find a therapist that's a good fit? The search for support can be exhausting. Finding the therapist that's a good fit for you is key. I provide a collaborative, warm, and non-judgmental environment where you can feel safe and heard. If you're ready to be witnessed and supported, while on your journey to find peace, you've come to the right place. I offer an inclusive, holistic, trauma-centered, and anti-oppressive healing space. My psychotherapy practice is conveniently online.
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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.