Somatic Therapists in Peoria, AZ

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Sanity Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Peoria, AZ 85345
As an experienced educator, I enjoy teaching and sharing knowledge and often utilize CBT, DBT, and somatic focused skills in session.
I am all about authenticity! Therapy shouldn't be dry and preplanned. It should be made for YOU and with YOU because let's face it - you are the only you there is! My goal through counseling is to support individuals in their journey to healing and growth. I have experience working with a variety of people, from various walks of life, ranging from adolescents to adults. I work with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, and more and am trained in EMDR and somatic interventions as well as many others. If you think we may be a good fit check out our site: sanitycenter.org
As an experienced educator, I enjoy teaching and sharing knowledge and often utilize CBT, DBT, and somatic focused skills in session.
I am all about authenticity! Therapy shouldn't be dry and preplanned. It should be made for YOU and with YOU because let's face it - you are the only you there is! My goal through counseling is to support individuals in their journey to healing and growth. I have experience working with a variety of people, from various walks of life, ranging from adolescents to adults. I work with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, and more and am trained in EMDR and somatic interventions as well as many others. If you think we may be a good fit check out our site: sanitycenter.org
(623) 500-6649 View (623) 500-6649
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Rhonda Lake
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MPC, MAC, CCTP-ll
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Peoria, AZ 85345  (Online Only)
Hi, I'm Rhonda Lake. I am a certified trauma and EMDR specialist. There are very effective ways to cope and overcome anxiety, depression, feelings of disconnection, overwhelming thoughts and feelings, and trauma. I focus on integrating neuroscience with evidence-based approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapies, EMDR, and somatic approaches. In addition, I have been a Christian for 38 years and do both Christian and non-Christian counseling. My style of counseling is to be interactive and present with you.
Hi, I'm Rhonda Lake. I am a certified trauma and EMDR specialist. There are very effective ways to cope and overcome anxiety, depression, feelings of disconnection, overwhelming thoughts and feelings, and trauma. I focus on integrating neuroscience with evidence-based approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapies, EMDR, and somatic approaches. In addition, I have been a Christian for 38 years and do both Christian and non-Christian counseling. My style of counseling is to be interactive and present with you.
(623) 207-8901 View (623) 207-8901
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Del Soul Counseling & Wellness
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Peoria, AZ 85381
I am a Clinical Psychologist and owner of Del Soul Counseling & Wellness in Peoria. At our growing center we have experienced psychotherapists with a wide range of specialties, including, Hypnotherapy, Couples Therapy, Somatic Experiencing (SE), Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Substance Abuse, Sex and Love Addiction.
I am a Clinical Psychologist and owner of Del Soul Counseling & Wellness in Peoria. At our growing center we have experienced psychotherapists with a wide range of specialties, including, Hypnotherapy, Couples Therapy, Somatic Experiencing (SE), Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Substance Abuse, Sex and Love Addiction.
(623) 335-0255 View (623) 335-0255
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Sallie Tyrrell
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Peoria, AZ 85345  (Online Only)
I work in collaboration with you and help you find yourself. My training in somatic experience 3years to become an SEP, EMDR certified, and Narm second level) helps me, help you with PTSD and complex-PTSD. My love for humanity and helping others provides you a real sense of connection in your life. My ideal client is someone that is open to the process of growth and someone who has the capacity to be true to themselves. I support you when you are in transitional life situations and help with coaching and teaching you about regulating your nervous system.
I work in collaboration with you and help you find yourself. My training in somatic experience 3years to become an SEP, EMDR certified, and Narm second level) helps me, help you with PTSD and complex-PTSD. My love for humanity and helping others provides you a real sense of connection in your life. My ideal client is someone that is open to the process of growth and someone who has the capacity to be true to themselves. I support you when you are in transitional life situations and help with coaching and teaching you about regulating your nervous system.
(928) 813-4466 View (928) 813-4466
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Michelle Merbeth
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Peoria, AZ 85345  (Online Only)
My approach includes a neuroscience perspective to the therapeutic process (therapy can actually change our brains), and I practice trauma informed treatment with a body focused, Somatic Experiencing approach.
Welcome! I am excited about the opportunity to walk with you on your healing journey. If you are experiencing a stressful situation, significant loss, overwhelming emotions and/or a life crisis we can work together to overcome your struggles in a relaxed, safe, nonjudgmental, and supportive space. I would be honored to be a part of your recovery journey, where you are not just surviving but thriving in your life! I am a Licensed Counselor with the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health and have a Master’s degree in Marriage Family and Child Therapy.
My approach includes a neuroscience perspective to the therapeutic process (therapy can actually change our brains), and I practice trauma informed treatment with a body focused, Somatic Experiencing approach.
Welcome! I am excited about the opportunity to walk with you on your healing journey. If you are experiencing a stressful situation, significant loss, overwhelming emotions and/or a life crisis we can work together to overcome your struggles in a relaxed, safe, nonjudgmental, and supportive space. I would be honored to be a part of your recovery journey, where you are not just surviving but thriving in your life! I am a Licensed Counselor with the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health and have a Master’s degree in Marriage Family and Child Therapy.
(928) 272-4050 View (928) 272-4050
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Andrea Lorenz - Current Opening For Clinical Supervision
Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Peoria, AZ 85382
I draw from wide range of modalities including CBT, DBT, Internal Family Systems, Somatic work, Attachment and Narrative.
In a welcoming private practice setting I focus on understanding your personal goals from a client centered perspective. I am here to bring support and collaboration as we explore your current situation, symptoms, past experiences, as well as desired changes and goals. You are capable of change, hope, inner peace & self understanding. I look forward to meeting you right where you are at on your journey and supporting you through an eclectic approach in creating the changes and life you desire.
I draw from wide range of modalities including CBT, DBT, Internal Family Systems, Somatic work, Attachment and Narrative.
In a welcoming private practice setting I focus on understanding your personal goals from a client centered perspective. I am here to bring support and collaboration as we explore your current situation, symptoms, past experiences, as well as desired changes and goals. You are capable of change, hope, inner peace & self understanding. I look forward to meeting you right where you are at on your journey and supporting you through an eclectic approach in creating the changes and life you desire.
(503) 946-6467 View (503) 946-6467
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Marissa Sandoval
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BC-THM
Verified Verified
Peoria, AZ 85383  (Online Only)
If your goal is to move effortlessly from a dysregulated state to a regulated state as life continues, welcome to Aligned Somatic Healing with me, Marissa Sandoval.
Accepting NEW clients! Life can be challenging after the last few years and Marissa wants to meet you where you are in this journey to help you not only survive but also thrive in life in whatever manner that looks like for you. You might be someone who is currently living or has lived through trauma, anxiety, not being able to leave the house or even suffering from depression. Marissa is committed to helping you reach the goals of living your fullest life with the least amount of mental and physical discomfort that has brought to you. Marissa is kind, caring and attentive to details when it comes to the care that you need.
If your goal is to move effortlessly from a dysregulated state to a regulated state as life continues, welcome to Aligned Somatic Healing with me, Marissa Sandoval.
Accepting NEW clients! Life can be challenging after the last few years and Marissa wants to meet you where you are in this journey to help you not only survive but also thrive in life in whatever manner that looks like for you. You might be someone who is currently living or has lived through trauma, anxiety, not being able to leave the house or even suffering from depression. Marissa is committed to helping you reach the goals of living your fullest life with the least amount of mental and physical discomfort that has brought to you. Marissa is kind, caring and attentive to details when it comes to the care that you need.
(623) 294-7501 View (623) 294-7501
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Lacey Schuster
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Peoria, AZ 85345  (Online Only)
Through integration of somatic psychology and cognitive behavioral therapy, I provide trauma-informed care to help you improve emotion and thought regulation, increase stress management, and resolve trauma.
I obtained my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Arizona State University in 2011 and my Masters in Clinical Mental Health with a specialization in Equine-assisted Mental Health from Prescott College in 2016. I became a Licensed Professional Counselor in 2020. I am currently completing trauma resolution training with the Somatic Experiencing Training Institute to become a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP). Prior to opening my private practice, I trained and counseled throughout the Valley to develop skills to work with diverse populations and community
Through integration of somatic psychology and cognitive behavioral therapy, I provide trauma-informed care to help you improve emotion and thought regulation, increase stress management, and resolve trauma.
I obtained my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Arizona State University in 2011 and my Masters in Clinical Mental Health with a specialization in Equine-assisted Mental Health from Prescott College in 2016. I became a Licensed Professional Counselor in 2020. I am currently completing trauma resolution training with the Somatic Experiencing Training Institute to become a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP). Prior to opening my private practice, I trained and counseled throughout the Valley to develop skills to work with diverse populations and community
(480) 933-4270 View (480) 933-4270
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Lauren Mehr
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Peoria, AZ 85383
My areas of specialty are sexual abuse, covert abuse both sexual & emotional, eating disorders & somatic therapy.
"Working with trauma is as much about remembering how we survived as it is about what is broken." These words were written by Bessel van der Kolk and are words that guide my practice as a therapist. We all face hard stuff in life, and for each person what that looks like differs and cannot be held up to others for comparison. Pain is Pain. The good news, however, is that also means that hope is hope and joy is joy. The hard events we face in our lives are teachers that give each of us an opportunity to face our fears head on and heal to fully embrace who we were always meant to become!
My areas of specialty are sexual abuse, covert abuse both sexual & emotional, eating disorders & somatic therapy.
"Working with trauma is as much about remembering how we survived as it is about what is broken." These words were written by Bessel van der Kolk and are words that guide my practice as a therapist. We all face hard stuff in life, and for each person what that looks like differs and cannot be held up to others for comparison. Pain is Pain. The good news, however, is that also means that hope is hope and joy is joy. The hard events we face in our lives are teachers that give each of us an opportunity to face our fears head on and heal to fully embrace who we were always meant to become!
(623) 335-0361 View (623) 335-0361
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Discovery & Wellness Counseling
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Peoria, AZ 85383
Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), Trauma Resolution Model (TRM- Somatic), Post-Induction Therapy (PIT) are affective integrative tools to address stress injuries and trauma.
Live in your fullest potential! Discovery & Wellness Counseling specializes in assisting individuals to rebuild a connection with themselves. Stress injuries, trauma, codependency, compulsive tendencies, anxiety and depression create disconnection. Utilizing Trauma Informed Care, Discovery & Wellness helps unlock your potential and assists you in moving forward by addressing and healing the core issues that create the disconnection. Getting to the root of the matter facilitates quicker change, reconnection and the opportunity to move forward again.
Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), Trauma Resolution Model (TRM- Somatic), Post-Induction Therapy (PIT) are affective integrative tools to address stress injuries and trauma.
Live in your fullest potential! Discovery & Wellness Counseling specializes in assisting individuals to rebuild a connection with themselves. Stress injuries, trauma, codependency, compulsive tendencies, anxiety and depression create disconnection. Utilizing Trauma Informed Care, Discovery & Wellness helps unlock your potential and assists you in moving forward by addressing and healing the core issues that create the disconnection. Getting to the root of the matter facilitates quicker change, reconnection and the opportunity to move forward again.
(480) 725-1395 View (480) 725-1395
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Jennifer Jones
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSPC, LPC, LISAC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Peoria, AZ 85381
Holding it all together is something you used to do... but you feel you have lost the ability to manage your life since the pandemic .... You feel depressed, on edge, overly sensitive...not to mention the 3 AM crazies. The highs and lows seem so extreme! You realize you are more agitated and cannot feel "present." You may be looking for relief more often by numbing out with the latest binge-- alcohol or Netflix...does it even matter anymore? "Is this all there is? Where did I go? How did I get here?" If any of this sounds familiar, there is hope and I can help!
Holding it all together is something you used to do... but you feel you have lost the ability to manage your life since the pandemic .... You feel depressed, on edge, overly sensitive...not to mention the 3 AM crazies. The highs and lows seem so extreme! You realize you are more agitated and cannot feel "present." You may be looking for relief more often by numbing out with the latest binge-- alcohol or Netflix...does it even matter anymore? "Is this all there is? Where did I go? How did I get here?" If any of this sounds familiar, there is hope and I can help!
(602) 461-7982 View (602) 461-7982
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Rebecca Hampton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Peoria, AZ 85382  (Online Only)
Hello, my name is Rebecca Hampton. I am a Licensed Social Worker and Certified Trauma Profession. I am passionate about helping my adolescent and adult clients develop the skills they need to thrive. The majority of my practice focuses on supporting my clients in regulating their nervous systems, developing strong boundary skills, challenging old belief systems and behaviors, and perfecting the tools they need to move forward. I treat most mental health issues including depression, anxiety, and PTSD and specialize in religious trauma/leaving high-demand religion, intuitive eating, boundary coaching, and elder care.
Hello, my name is Rebecca Hampton. I am a Licensed Social Worker and Certified Trauma Profession. I am passionate about helping my adolescent and adult clients develop the skills they need to thrive. The majority of my practice focuses on supporting my clients in regulating their nervous systems, developing strong boundary skills, challenging old belief systems and behaviors, and perfecting the tools they need to move forward. I treat most mental health issues including depression, anxiety, and PTSD and specialize in religious trauma/leaving high-demand religion, intuitive eating, boundary coaching, and elder care.
(623) 343-4620 View (623) 343-4620
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Magda Folk
Counselor, LAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Peoria, AZ 85345
As a creative person, I feel that all beings are creative, and that creative outlets help us work through the challenges of life. As such, I bring a creative flair to my sessions sometimes utilizing art or music. If you are bored or tired of traditional talk therapy, come see me and find new ways to overcome life's challenges.
As a creative person, I feel that all beings are creative, and that creative outlets help us work through the challenges of life. As such, I bring a creative flair to my sessions sometimes utilizing art or music. If you are bored or tired of traditional talk therapy, come see me and find new ways to overcome life's challenges.
(623) 304-8092 View (623) 304-8092
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Simply Empowered Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSc, NCC, LPC, CTMH
Verified Verified
Peoria, AZ 85381
We are a practice of therapists with specialized training in trauma work and have worked with people struggling with a variety of symptoms including PTSD, anxiety, depression, anger issues, relationship issues, and others. We also have specialized training as a Holistic Nutrition Practitioner to help incorporate healthy nutrition for physical and mental health. Clients are happy to learn they can heal from trauma, restoring hope, self-esteem, self-care, energy, peace, intimacy, and health.
We are a practice of therapists with specialized training in trauma work and have worked with people struggling with a variety of symptoms including PTSD, anxiety, depression, anger issues, relationship issues, and others. We also have specialized training as a Holistic Nutrition Practitioner to help incorporate healthy nutrition for physical and mental health. Clients are happy to learn they can heal from trauma, restoring hope, self-esteem, self-care, energy, peace, intimacy, and health.
(480) 568-1264 View (480) 568-1264
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Pathways To Connection, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DBH, LCSW
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Peoria, AZ 85345
As a tele-health practitioner, I believe compassion is a powerful force in meeting life’s challenges. Regardless of our position and circumstances, we all have experiences that are challenging, stressful and unfulfilling; often requiring extra support. Whether you are working through mental health issues, having a tough time working through trauma, experiencing relationship dysfunction, or any other stressful situations, I’m here to help you work through it. My core therapeutic values and approach provide guidance for myself and clients as we work together toward peaceful resolutions to some of life’s most challenging obstacles.
As a tele-health practitioner, I believe compassion is a powerful force in meeting life’s challenges. Regardless of our position and circumstances, we all have experiences that are challenging, stressful and unfulfilling; often requiring extra support. Whether you are working through mental health issues, having a tough time working through trauma, experiencing relationship dysfunction, or any other stressful situations, I’m here to help you work through it. My core therapeutic values and approach provide guidance for myself and clients as we work together toward peaceful resolutions to some of life’s most challenging obstacles.
(602) 641-2944 View (602) 641-2944
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Ryan Shelby Butler
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Peoria, AZ 85383
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), working under the private agency: Becoming Transformed, LLC. I come from a demonstrated history of working in the higher education industry, where I was able to apply my unique counseling skills in a diverse community of teaching, accounting/finance, analytics, and guidance for students and school leadership. I spend much of my spare time with family, serving in church leadership, reading/writing, and enjoying the great outdoors.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), working under the private agency: Becoming Transformed, LLC. I come from a demonstrated history of working in the higher education industry, where I was able to apply my unique counseling skills in a diverse community of teaching, accounting/finance, analytics, and guidance for students and school leadership. I spend much of my spare time with family, serving in church leadership, reading/writing, and enjoying the great outdoors.
(623) 526-4743 View (623) 526-4743
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Tamela Evans
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Peoria, AZ 85345  (Online Only)
Hola, I began my professional endeavors in service to others in customer service and the military. I attended Old Dominion University formally pursuing a career in counseling to continue to be of service. I am now a licensed professional counselor. I have worked with a diverse population of people and communities. I am well versed in several theoretical approaches and techniques to counseling focusing on the needs of the person I am working with.
Hola, I began my professional endeavors in service to others in customer service and the military. I attended Old Dominion University formally pursuing a career in counseling to continue to be of service. I am now a licensed professional counselor. I have worked with a diverse population of people and communities. I am well versed in several theoretical approaches and techniques to counseling focusing on the needs of the person I am working with.
(928) 599-7421 View (928) 599-7421
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Karolee Krause
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Peoria, AZ 85345  (Online Only)
My passion is helping people through life changes and transitions. Life is not always easy as we learn to navigate the ups and downs of life. My specialties include assisting people on their own personal road to success which includes: career transitions, leadership skills, personal growth and development, grief and loss, relationship conflict, health and wellness changes, life goals, addiction and recovery and finding purpose and meaning on our individual life paths.
My passion is helping people through life changes and transitions. Life is not always easy as we learn to navigate the ups and downs of life. My specialties include assisting people on their own personal road to success which includes: career transitions, leadership skills, personal growth and development, grief and loss, relationship conflict, health and wellness changes, life goals, addiction and recovery and finding purpose and meaning on our individual life paths.
(928) 599-4609 View (928) 599-4609
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Marisol Molina
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Peoria, AZ 85345  (Online Only)
Hi, my name is Marisol and I’m a therapist with 10 years in direct practice and 19 years in the social service industry. My specialties are in trauma and relationships, and I am experienced in working with various populations in a variety of issues. Therapy is not a “one-size fits all” venture but one that requires an understanding of the person as a whole and then the ability to pull from a variety of modalities to help guide the person in their journey. Soy bilingue y tambien proveo terapia en Espanol.
Hi, my name is Marisol and I’m a therapist with 10 years in direct practice and 19 years in the social service industry. My specialties are in trauma and relationships, and I am experienced in working with various populations in a variety of issues. Therapy is not a “one-size fits all” venture but one that requires an understanding of the person as a whole and then the ability to pull from a variety of modalities to help guide the person in their journey. Soy bilingue y tambien proveo terapia en Espanol.
(623) 343-8359 View (623) 343-8359
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Lisa Marie Persaud
Counselor, MS, M Phil, LAC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Peoria, AZ 85345  (Online Only)
Throughout our life’s journey, we may encounter various stresses that challenge us—experiences of grief, depression, and anxiety may frequent as we navigate this terrain on our path to mental health and well-being. Engaging in the process of counseling can be intimidating as you move through feelings of sadness, despair, loneliness, and periods of expansion and contraction. As an Existential- Integrative Therapist, it would be my honor to walk with you as you transcend these challenges and reclaim your autonomy, experiencing wholeness, enhanced connectedness to self and others, and rediscover meaning and purpose in life.
Throughout our life’s journey, we may encounter various stresses that challenge us—experiences of grief, depression, and anxiety may frequent as we navigate this terrain on our path to mental health and well-being. Engaging in the process of counseling can be intimidating as you move through feelings of sadness, despair, loneliness, and periods of expansion and contraction. As an Existential- Integrative Therapist, it would be my honor to walk with you as you transcend these challenges and reclaim your autonomy, experiencing wholeness, enhanced connectedness to self and others, and rediscover meaning and purpose in life.
(602) 529-3745 View (602) 529-3745
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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.