Somatic Therapists in El Dorado Hills, CA

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Catherine Bruno
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
My approach is informed by an extensive background in Somatic Psychothery & my spiritual experiences with the Foundation for Shamanic Studies.
Are you living a life of quiet desperation? Are self-limiting patterns and behaviors interfering with your spiritual and emotional well-being? Oftentimes life's challenges can leave us feeling trapped with no where to turn. Sometimes all you need is some direction. You don't have to do it alone. I will work with you to create a safe, supportive environment, encouraging change without force, while honoring your inherent wisdom. My approach is compassionate, intuitive, gentle, respectful, experiential & collaborative. I'll encourage you to listen to your body & soul as well as your mind for answers that are right for you.
My approach is informed by an extensive background in Somatic Psychothery & my spiritual experiences with the Foundation for Shamanic Studies.
Are you living a life of quiet desperation? Are self-limiting patterns and behaviors interfering with your spiritual and emotional well-being? Oftentimes life's challenges can leave us feeling trapped with no where to turn. Sometimes all you need is some direction. You don't have to do it alone. I will work with you to create a safe, supportive environment, encouraging change without force, while honoring your inherent wisdom. My approach is compassionate, intuitive, gentle, respectful, experiential & collaborative. I'll encourage you to listen to your body & soul as well as your mind for answers that are right for you.
(916) 461-7724 View (916) 461-7724
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The Holistic Counseling Center, Kim Burris LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
Life's too short to stay stuck in survival mode. If you're tired of feeling burdened by your past, battling anxiety, or stuck in an endless cycle of stress and overwhelm, our therapists can help. We work with adults, teens, moms and couples, both online and in-person. Specialties include: Anxiety, Depression, Postpartum, Trauma, Relationships, Shadow Work, Stress, and Life Purpose. Modalities include: Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, Depth Therapy, Hypnotherapy, CBT, Somatic Therapy and Psychodynamic Therapy. We can help you unearth the root cause of your struggles, find relief from your pain, and finally create a life you love.
Life's too short to stay stuck in survival mode. If you're tired of feeling burdened by your past, battling anxiety, or stuck in an endless cycle of stress and overwhelm, our therapists can help. We work with adults, teens, moms and couples, both online and in-person. Specialties include: Anxiety, Depression, Postpartum, Trauma, Relationships, Shadow Work, Stress, and Life Purpose. Modalities include: Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, Depth Therapy, Hypnotherapy, CBT, Somatic Therapy and Psychodynamic Therapy. We can help you unearth the root cause of your struggles, find relief from your pain, and finally create a life you love.
(916) 352-7565 View (916) 352-7565
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James E. Larsen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
I utilize a variety of somatic (body) oriented approaches, including Hakomi, Somatic Experiencing, and others in service of connecting and healing both body and mind.
I provide integrative, holistic psychotherapy to individuals, couples, and families. Whether it's depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, grief and loss, or any of life's difficult transitions, I meet my clients where they are and work collaboratively to help them find healing, transformation, and wellbeing.
I utilize a variety of somatic (body) oriented approaches, including Hakomi, Somatic Experiencing, and others in service of connecting and healing both body and mind.
I provide integrative, holistic psychotherapy to individuals, couples, and families. Whether it's depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, grief and loss, or any of life's difficult transitions, I meet my clients where they are and work collaboratively to help them find healing, transformation, and wellbeing.
(916) 436-8492 View (916) 436-8492
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Kelly Pemberton
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MA, LMFT, LEP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762  (Online Only)
I offer a mind-body oriented approach, including EMDR, Brainspotting, and mindful-somatic awareness to help you rediscover that voice and learn to listen and trust it again.
You are committed to feeling better, you've tried everything, but still you feel lost in the pain. You've always been able to "fix" things in your life, why not this? This time, you feel stuck. Maybe you feel gripped by anxiety or panic. Maybe you feel consumed by grief from trauma or loss of a person, pet, or life dream. Maybe you're finding yourself in new life circumstances (a significant health challenge, life milestone, career or relationship change) and wonder "who am I now"? Life has a way of challenging us. There is a way through.
I offer a mind-body oriented approach, including EMDR, Brainspotting, and mindful-somatic awareness to help you rediscover that voice and learn to listen and trust it again.
You are committed to feeling better, you've tried everything, but still you feel lost in the pain. You've always been able to "fix" things in your life, why not this? This time, you feel stuck. Maybe you feel gripped by anxiety or panic. Maybe you feel consumed by grief from trauma or loss of a person, pet, or life dream. Maybe you're finding yourself in new life circumstances (a significant health challenge, life milestone, career or relationship change) and wonder "who am I now"? Life has a way of challenging us. There is a way through.
(916) 432-2011 View (916) 432-2011
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Mare Brooks-Motl
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
Waitlist for new clients
Having trained in NLP, EMDR, DBT and Somatic therapies, utilizing these interchangeably.
I am a strength based holistic integrative therapist. I specialize in assisting people realize their full potential far past any diagnosis they have ever been given or heard from a provider in the past. My ideal client is someone who is ready to move past their own limits and are looking for deeper meaning within their own psychology. I work well with motivated clients who have experienced trauma, anxiety and/or are depressed and looking for someone to assist in helping them in believing they can become more than their past and their suffering. Unchanging labels harm everyone, let's challenge them together.
Having trained in NLP, EMDR, DBT and Somatic therapies, utilizing these interchangeably.
I am a strength based holistic integrative therapist. I specialize in assisting people realize their full potential far past any diagnosis they have ever been given or heard from a provider in the past. My ideal client is someone who is ready to move past their own limits and are looking for deeper meaning within their own psychology. I work well with motivated clients who have experienced trauma, anxiety and/or are depressed and looking for someone to assist in helping them in believing they can become more than their past and their suffering. Unchanging labels harm everyone, let's challenge them together.
(916) 827-3785 View (916) 827-3785
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Dr. Nicolette Bautista
Psychologist, PsyD, MBA
Verified Verified
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
I specialize in PTSD, complex trauma, anxiety, bereavement/grief, depression, dissociative disorders, somatic disorders, and codependency.
Maybe something terrible happened to you or someone you love, and you wonder how to live with the triggers, grief, and anger. Your relationships are likely affected - maybe you overreact or feel numb and detached from others. You learned coping skills but are frankly tired of coping. There is good news - the brain can heal itself, called neuroplasticity. I experienced trauma first-hand and healed. I can help you do the same and heal your brain. If you tried other things to heal and found little relief, there is a good chance you have undischarged traumatic stress. Let's get to the trauma root and extract it once and for all!
I specialize in PTSD, complex trauma, anxiety, bereavement/grief, depression, dissociative disorders, somatic disorders, and codependency.
Maybe something terrible happened to you or someone you love, and you wonder how to live with the triggers, grief, and anger. Your relationships are likely affected - maybe you overreact or feel numb and detached from others. You learned coping skills but are frankly tired of coping. There is good news - the brain can heal itself, called neuroplasticity. I experienced trauma first-hand and healed. I can help you do the same and heal your brain. If you tried other things to heal and found little relief, there is a good chance you have undischarged traumatic stress. Let's get to the trauma root and extract it once and for all!
(916) 312-1352 View (916) 312-1352
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Cristina Billingsley
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
Waitlist for new clients
The search for a therapist can often feel daunting and I'm so glad you're here. I enjoy working with clients of all ages, guiding and supporting them in navigating through issues including anxiety, depression, panic, trauma/PTSD and mood disorders. I have extensive experience working with neurodivergent clients and their family members, which ignited a passion for working with this population. In sessions, we will address challenges such as communication issues, self-esteem, grief, loss, life change, stress, and more. If you're seeking new ways to change behaviors, thoughts, and actions by implementing new tools, I'd love to help.
The search for a therapist can often feel daunting and I'm so glad you're here. I enjoy working with clients of all ages, guiding and supporting them in navigating through issues including anxiety, depression, panic, trauma/PTSD and mood disorders. I have extensive experience working with neurodivergent clients and their family members, which ignited a passion for working with this population. In sessions, we will address challenges such as communication issues, self-esteem, grief, loss, life change, stress, and more. If you're seeking new ways to change behaviors, thoughts, and actions by implementing new tools, I'd love to help.
(805) 303-5089 View (805) 303-5089
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Michelle Lynn Godwin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762  (Online Only)
Every human is inherently meant to be the best version of themselves that they can be, and my job is to help you figure out what that is and how to be a healthy and well-rounded person. Whatever the cause, the human body/brain can get get programmed to live in a state of distress leading to extreme disturbance in life. Worry, sadness, lack of energy, grief, difficulty interacting with people, chronic stress, angry outbursts, difficulty adjusting to change and engaging in unhealthy habits are just some of the reasons you may be seeking help.
Every human is inherently meant to be the best version of themselves that they can be, and my job is to help you figure out what that is and how to be a healthy and well-rounded person. Whatever the cause, the human body/brain can get get programmed to live in a state of distress leading to extreme disturbance in life. Worry, sadness, lack of energy, grief, difficulty interacting with people, chronic stress, angry outbursts, difficulty adjusting to change and engaging in unhealthy habits are just some of the reasons you may be seeking help.
(916) 619-4260 View (916) 619-4260
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Sarah L. Manfredi
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CSAT, CCPS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
Are you struggling in your relationships? Is past trauma making it difficult to find peace, joy and experience connection? Are you experiencing betrayal trauma in your relationship? Do you need help managing anxiety and compulsive behaviors? I provide a supportive and nonjudgmental therapeutic environment to explore solutions for tackling your unique challenges. My approach is gentle and "down to earth" and the development of a trusting therapeutic relationship is of utmost importance to me. I'm proud to serve First Responders & their families at a discounted rate.
Are you struggling in your relationships? Is past trauma making it difficult to find peace, joy and experience connection? Are you experiencing betrayal trauma in your relationship? Do you need help managing anxiety and compulsive behaviors? I provide a supportive and nonjudgmental therapeutic environment to explore solutions for tackling your unique challenges. My approach is gentle and "down to earth" and the development of a trusting therapeutic relationship is of utmost importance to me. I'm proud to serve First Responders & their families at a discounted rate.
(916) 438-9811 View (916) 438-9811
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Alison Gardey
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
I offer a holistic and collaborative approach to therapy and trust we all have the power and wisdom within us to get to the healing & growth we need. Therapy is a journey toward finding balance and wholeness. It is about disentangling yourself from patterns and limiting beliefs that no longer serve you, as much as it is about cultivating self-acceptance and reconnecting with essential parts of yourself. Together, we will work to define what is true and meaningful for you.
I offer a holistic and collaborative approach to therapy and trust we all have the power and wisdom within us to get to the healing & growth we need. Therapy is a journey toward finding balance and wholeness. It is about disentangling yourself from patterns and limiting beliefs that no longer serve you, as much as it is about cultivating self-acceptance and reconnecting with essential parts of yourself. Together, we will work to define what is true and meaningful for you.
(916) 402-4254 View (916) 402-4254
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Davene Fecteau
Counselor, MS, LPCC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
Welcome. I am passionate about coming alongside my clients and helping them reach their goals. With you as the expert on your own internal experience, my role in therapy is to collaborate with you and encourage you to go deep into healing work so that you can be present, accept what is, and take an active self-leadership role in your life.
Welcome. I am passionate about coming alongside my clients and helping them reach their goals. With you as the expert on your own internal experience, my role in therapy is to collaborate with you and encourage you to go deep into healing work so that you can be present, accept what is, and take an active self-leadership role in your life.
(916) 252-3103 View (916) 252-3103
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Hannah Phair Zackney
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
Hannah Zackney is a holistic psychotherapist, MFTi supervisor, teacher, writer and speaker that infuses meditation, mindfulness into her work of supporting clients to experience their highest potential. As a yoga teacher of 25 years she is passionate about weaving the mind, body spirit connection to empower and embolden her clients to connect with their true happiness and creative capacity.
Hannah Zackney is a holistic psychotherapist, MFTi supervisor, teacher, writer and speaker that infuses meditation, mindfulness into her work of supporting clients to experience their highest potential. As a yoga teacher of 25 years she is passionate about weaving the mind, body spirit connection to empower and embolden her clients to connect with their true happiness and creative capacity.
(916) 520-6467 View (916) 520-6467
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Rikki Calvert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SUDCC
Verified Verified
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762  (Online Only)
Struggling with anxiety, depression, or trauma? These experiences don’t have to control your life or rob you of joy. I am here to help. My goal is to help you identify and heal from past and present concerns. My approach is one of compassionate collaboration - together we will work towards lasting relief and desired life changes. I provide teletherapy throughout California and welcome working with youth, young adults and individuals of all ages. I offer trauma releasing therapy (Brainspotting) along with other trauma informed and evidence based therapies to work towards deeper processing to help you heal and thrive.
Struggling with anxiety, depression, or trauma? These experiences don’t have to control your life or rob you of joy. I am here to help. My goal is to help you identify and heal from past and present concerns. My approach is one of compassionate collaboration - together we will work towards lasting relief and desired life changes. I provide teletherapy throughout California and welcome working with youth, young adults and individuals of all ages. I offer trauma releasing therapy (Brainspotting) along with other trauma informed and evidence based therapies to work towards deeper processing to help you heal and thrive.
(916) 755-6708 View (916) 755-6708
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David H. Wever
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762  (Online Only)
Greetings! I have had the honor to walk alongside many hearts over the past 26 years as a Licensed Psychotherapist, Trauma Specialist, Professional Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in depression, anxiety, disorders of the self (personality and cluster B disorders), EMDR Therapy, Internal Family Systems Therapy, sexuality, sexual betrayal or partner betrayal trauma, sexual trauma, sexual compulsivity and addiction, Post-traumatic Stress Disorder, Sports Traumatic Stress Disorder, couples psychotherapy, and marriage and relationship issues.
Greetings! I have had the honor to walk alongside many hearts over the past 26 years as a Licensed Psychotherapist, Trauma Specialist, Professional Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in depression, anxiety, disorders of the self (personality and cluster B disorders), EMDR Therapy, Internal Family Systems Therapy, sexuality, sexual betrayal or partner betrayal trauma, sexual trauma, sexual compulsivity and addiction, Post-traumatic Stress Disorder, Sports Traumatic Stress Disorder, couples psychotherapy, and marriage and relationship issues.
(916) 668-6925 View (916) 668-6925
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Shelly S Goscha
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
Waitlist for new clients
Life entails times of joy, happiness, growth, change, pain, and loss. Life can be hard and sometimes we need help to cope through difficult experiences and learn new ways of navigating the challenges we face. I work with clients in a collaborative relationship to create lasting positive change, reduce emotional suffering, access strengths, change negative patterns, increase self-compassion, formulate goals, strengthen coping skills, enhance relationships, navigate transitions, and further movement toward a life that is meaningful and fulfilling.
Life entails times of joy, happiness, growth, change, pain, and loss. Life can be hard and sometimes we need help to cope through difficult experiences and learn new ways of navigating the challenges we face. I work with clients in a collaborative relationship to create lasting positive change, reduce emotional suffering, access strengths, change negative patterns, increase self-compassion, formulate goals, strengthen coping skills, enhance relationships, navigate transitions, and further movement toward a life that is meaningful and fulfilling.
(916) 226-9443 View (916) 226-9443
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Shawna Cobabe
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762  (Online Only)
I have worked with children, families, individuals and couples in many different capacities before finding my calling as a therapist. I have specialized training in couples and marriage counseling, family counseling, PTSD/trauma, adoption and foster care, anxiety and depression, and other mental illness, life changes, grief and loss. I also work with adolescents who are struggling in school or with behavior problems, defiance, and depression and anxiety. I work with couples and families for a variety of reasons. I can help you too.
I have worked with children, families, individuals and couples in many different capacities before finding my calling as a therapist. I have specialized training in couples and marriage counseling, family counseling, PTSD/trauma, adoption and foster care, anxiety and depression, and other mental illness, life changes, grief and loss. I also work with adolescents who are struggling in school or with behavior problems, defiance, and depression and anxiety. I work with couples and families for a variety of reasons. I can help you too.
(925) 329-6259 View (925) 329-6259
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Davene Fecteau
Counselor, MS, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762  (Online Only)
Oftentimes, the outside world and our own internal world can become so heavy and burdened. We are all living through a unique time of prolonged stress and insecurity. If you find yourself overwhelmed in your current stage of life, you are not alone. Whether it’s with navigating work, raising children or caregiving for aging relatives, managing relationships, dealing with health issues, and or your own thoughts and emotions throughout the day, your body is signaling that the ways that you have been coping may not be serving you well anymore and it’s time to try something new.
Oftentimes, the outside world and our own internal world can become so heavy and burdened. We are all living through a unique time of prolonged stress and insecurity. If you find yourself overwhelmed in your current stage of life, you are not alone. Whether it’s with navigating work, raising children or caregiving for aging relatives, managing relationships, dealing with health issues, and or your own thoughts and emotions throughout the day, your body is signaling that the ways that you have been coping may not be serving you well anymore and it’s time to try something new.
(951) 433-7917 View (951) 433-7917
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Horizon Counseling Center
Pre-Licensed Professional, AMFT, APCC, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
Discover Healing and Growth with Team of Therapists. Welcome to Horizon Counseling Center a trusted group practice offering compassionate psychotherapy services. Our team comprises skilled associate and student therapists dedicated to guiding you on your journey to emotional well-being. With diverse specialties and supervised experience, our therapists provide affordable, high-quality care tailored to your unique needs. Take the first step towards a brighter tomorrow – explore our therapy options today.
Discover Healing and Growth with Team of Therapists. Welcome to Horizon Counseling Center a trusted group practice offering compassionate psychotherapy services. Our team comprises skilled associate and student therapists dedicated to guiding you on your journey to emotional well-being. With diverse specialties and supervised experience, our therapists provide affordable, high-quality care tailored to your unique needs. Take the first step towards a brighter tomorrow – explore our therapy options today.
(279) 300-3558 View (279) 300-3558
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Diana Fischer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Verified Verified
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
Not accepting new clients
As an adoption specialist; I guide families and individuals through-out their adoption journey. I have extensive training and experience in adoption related issues including; attachment, trauma, marital stress, children with maltreatment histories, severe behavior problems, accessing resources, and parent education. Additionally I work with families challenged by medical issues, addiction, domestic violence. My 30 plus years of experience includes work in hospitals, treatment centers, agencies and in private practice..My focus is heart centered yet based on a strong clinical background and an unwavering belief in the healing abilities of each person given perseverance and support..
As an adoption specialist; I guide families and individuals through-out their adoption journey. I have extensive training and experience in adoption related issues including; attachment, trauma, marital stress, children with maltreatment histories, severe behavior problems, accessing resources, and parent education. Additionally I work with families challenged by medical issues, addiction, domestic violence. My 30 plus years of experience includes work in hospitals, treatment centers, agencies and in private practice..My focus is heart centered yet based on a strong clinical background and an unwavering belief in the healing abilities of each person given perseverance and support..
(530) 425-5738 View (530) 425-5738
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Steven C Seither
CHT
Verified Verified
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
In my practice, I use clinical hypnotherapy to help clients resolve issues of emotional trauma, overcome bad habits and self-defeating behaviors, and deal with any other issues interfering with their lives, work, or relationships. Hypnotherapy is invaluable for weight loss, smoking cessation, chronic pain management, drug dependency, and self-esteem issues, including non-medical impotence and low libido. Because clinical hypnosis accesses the subconscious directly, it is extremely effective in the treatment of psychosomatic issues and fears. For example, I also work with dentists' patients who have severe phobic issues with dentistry or who are unable to tolerate anesthesia.
In my practice, I use clinical hypnotherapy to help clients resolve issues of emotional trauma, overcome bad habits and self-defeating behaviors, and deal with any other issues interfering with their lives, work, or relationships. Hypnotherapy is invaluable for weight loss, smoking cessation, chronic pain management, drug dependency, and self-esteem issues, including non-medical impotence and low libido. Because clinical hypnosis accesses the subconscious directly, it is extremely effective in the treatment of psychosomatic issues and fears. For example, I also work with dentists' patients who have severe phobic issues with dentistry or who are unable to tolerate anesthesia.
(916) 710-8543 View (916) 710-8543
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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.