Somatic Therapists in Battle Creek, MI
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Therapeutic Modalities: Somatic-Attachment-Focused (S.
Hello and Welcome! Senshu, LLC is a Clinical Mental Health practice located in downtown Battle Creek. We are currently four Clinical Social Workers offering both in-person and virtual sessions. Our approach is trauma-informed and client-centered. Please view our photos for more information about each clinician. We look forward to hearing from you! At this time: Erin is accepting new clients for virtual sessions; Ashley is working from a waitlist; Joy and Kelley are closed.
Therapeutic Modalities: Somatic-Attachment-Focused (S.
Hello and Welcome! Senshu, LLC is a Clinical Mental Health practice located in downtown Battle Creek. We are currently four Clinical Social Workers offering both in-person and virtual sessions. Our approach is trauma-informed and client-centered. Please view our photos for more information about each clinician. We look forward to hearing from you! At this time: Erin is accepting new clients for virtual sessions; Ashley is working from a waitlist; Joy and Kelley are closed.
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Our desire at the Restoration Center is to meet you where you are. We have a diverse group of therapists ready to be with you on your journey. Please visit our website where you will find our providers along with their specialities.
Our desire at the Restoration Center is to meet you where you are. We have a diverse group of therapists ready to be with you on your journey. Please visit our website where you will find our providers along with their specialities.
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Integrative Wellness Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, IBHPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Battle Creek, MI 49014
Looking for a therapist that embraces laughter & humanness within therapeutic growth? Hi there - I'm Brinn. As a therapist, I want to help you live in congruence with your values, motivate you toward goals & empower you to live life authentically, progressing through difficult hardships, thoughts & emotions that may challenge this while somatically being mindful of the mind-body connection.
Looking for a therapist that embraces laughter & humanness within therapeutic growth? Hi there - I'm Brinn. As a therapist, I want to help you live in congruence with your values, motivate you toward goals & empower you to live life authentically, progressing through difficult hardships, thoughts & emotions that may challenge this while somatically being mindful of the mind-body connection.
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Tami Fradette
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CIMHP
Verified Verified
Battle Creek, MI 49014 (Online Only)
Life presents us with both peaks and valleys. Sometimes, we find ourselves in a place where just getting through the day feels like an insurmountable challenge. Our minds buzz with negative thoughts, our bodies crave rest, and each day feels like an uphill battle. But amidst it all, know this: you're not alone, and there's hope. Whether you grapple with anxiety, grief, trauma, or depression, I'm here to journey alongside you.
Life presents us with both peaks and valleys. Sometimes, we find ourselves in a place where just getting through the day feels like an insurmountable challenge. Our minds buzz with negative thoughts, our bodies crave rest, and each day feels like an uphill battle. But amidst it all, know this: you're not alone, and there's hope. Whether you grapple with anxiety, grief, trauma, or depression, I'm here to journey alongside you.
More Therapists Nearby
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Whether your challenges are behavioral, cognitive, or emotional, the psychodynamic style of therapy helps you get back in touch with yourself and make decisions that are right for you. Indira combines mindfulness practices with modern psychotherapeutic techniques to help clients cope with a wide range of symptoms including trauma and traumatic stress, grief, anxiety, panic attacks, depression, and obsessive compulsive disorders. The people she works with come from a wide variety of backgrounds, ethnicities, income levels, education levels and sexual and gender identities.
Whether your challenges are behavioral, cognitive, or emotional, the psychodynamic style of therapy helps you get back in touch with yourself and make decisions that are right for you. Indira combines mindfulness practices with modern psychotherapeutic techniques to help clients cope with a wide range of symptoms including trauma and traumatic stress, grief, anxiety, panic attacks, depression, and obsessive compulsive disorders. The people she works with come from a wide variety of backgrounds, ethnicities, income levels, education levels and sexual and gender identities.
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Casey J. Coker
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Augusta, MI 49012
Waitlist for new clients
We all have the need to be understood, valued, and supported just as we are right now. Healing comes from having a safe place to share your struggles and fears without judgment. I use compassion and empathy to support individuals, couples and families. I believe each person has a unique lived experience and a therapist is there to support and guide people to live a healthy, happy and fulfilling life. I have advanced training and specialize in attachment theory to support healing in people that have experienced trauma. I believe that our relationships are a central component in our health.
We all have the need to be understood, valued, and supported just as we are right now. Healing comes from having a safe place to share your struggles and fears without judgment. I use compassion and empathy to support individuals, couples and families. I believe each person has a unique lived experience and a therapist is there to support and guide people to live a healthy, happy and fulfilling life. I have advanced training and specialize in attachment theory to support healing in people that have experienced trauma. I believe that our relationships are a central component in our health.
Online Therapists
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Jamie Anne Night
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Farmington Hills, MI 48334 (Online Only)
All parts of you are welcome here! I’m a Holistic Social Worker with a contemporary approach. I blend elements of somatic practice, parts work, attachment theory, and Brainspotting to help aid in the transformation of trauma, shame, and other relational challenges. The cornerstone of my work is derived from helping individuals build relationships with all parts of themselves.
All parts of you are welcome here! I’m a Holistic Social Worker with a contemporary approach. I blend elements of somatic practice, parts work, attachment theory, and Brainspotting to help aid in the transformation of trauma, shame, and other relational challenges. The cornerstone of my work is derived from helping individuals build relationships with all parts of themselves.
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I utilize a number of different treatment modalities and I am a SEP (Somatic Experiencing Practitioner.
Using a comprehensive holistic approach I am committed to walking with you on your journey and supporting you in moving past life's difficulties toward the life you desire.
I utilize a number of different treatment modalities and I am a SEP (Somatic Experiencing Practitioner.
Using a comprehensive holistic approach I am committed to walking with you on your journey and supporting you in moving past life's difficulties toward the life you desire.
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Kerry Biskelonis
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RYT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Plymouth, MI 48170
Rooted in insight-building modalities like mindfulness, trauma-focused meditations, energy work, yoga, and somatic experiencing with psychotherapy, I empower clients to find awareness within to move forward with more clarity and confidence.
I am the Founder of Reset Brain and Body, an integrative mental health care company that is on a mission to redefine how people experience mental health care. I work specifically with C-Suite, Executive and Entrepreneurial clients looking to level up their intuition, remove habitual blockages and overcome trauma, cycles of stress, limiting beliefs and self-sabotage. In working with high-achieving clients, I bring a bold, creative and experiential approach unlike any traditional therapy experience. My own experience as a business owner and corporate director has led me to create a passionate approach to working with this clientele.
Rooted in insight-building modalities like mindfulness, trauma-focused meditations, energy work, yoga, and somatic experiencing with psychotherapy, I empower clients to find awareness within to move forward with more clarity and confidence.
I am the Founder of Reset Brain and Body, an integrative mental health care company that is on a mission to redefine how people experience mental health care. I work specifically with C-Suite, Executive and Entrepreneurial clients looking to level up their intuition, remove habitual blockages and overcome trauma, cycles of stress, limiting beliefs and self-sabotage. In working with high-achieving clients, I bring a bold, creative and experiential approach unlike any traditional therapy experience. My own experience as a business owner and corporate director has led me to create a passionate approach to working with this clientele.
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Vanessa Marr
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LICSW, LMSW-C
Verified Verified
Portage, MI 49002 (Online Only)
Thank you for being here and for taking this bold move toward your healing. As a somatic therapist, I practice from a holistic and trauma-informed perspective to connect mind, body, and soul. As one who values justice, I am aware of how environmental and societal factors impact our health. I meet people where they are, especially those coping with anxiety, shame, complex PTSD, life transitions, chronic stress, relationship challenges, and grief. Our work involves exploring where you have been and supporting the resilient person you desire to become. I'm deeply honored to work with those from BIPOC and/or LGBTQIA+ communities.
Thank you for being here and for taking this bold move toward your healing. As a somatic therapist, I practice from a holistic and trauma-informed perspective to connect mind, body, and soul. As one who values justice, I am aware of how environmental and societal factors impact our health. I meet people where they are, especially those coping with anxiety, shame, complex PTSD, life transitions, chronic stress, relationship challenges, and grief. Our work involves exploring where you have been and supporting the resilient person you desire to become. I'm deeply honored to work with those from BIPOC and/or LGBTQIA+ communities.
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Virginia Fournier
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Blanc, MI 48439 (Online Only)
I utilize EMDR, IFS and Somatic therapy to help release trauma.
Are past trauma, attachment wounds, anxiety, perfectionism, or feelings of low self-worth getting in the way of you living your best life? I can help you get the healing you desire in order to live authentically, and have a sense of balance and inner peace. Allow me to help you go deeper, to finally reclaim your sense of self, your sense of worth, and your sense of peace. Your healing journey is worth it! Are you ready to gain inner peace and happiness? Are you ready to let go of the past and move forward with joy and hope?Please note, I do NOT accept insurance of any kind, self-pay only.
I utilize EMDR, IFS and Somatic therapy to help release trauma.
Are past trauma, attachment wounds, anxiety, perfectionism, or feelings of low self-worth getting in the way of you living your best life? I can help you get the healing you desire in order to live authentically, and have a sense of balance and inner peace. Allow me to help you go deeper, to finally reclaim your sense of self, your sense of worth, and your sense of peace. Your healing journey is worth it! Are you ready to gain inner peace and happiness? Are you ready to let go of the past and move forward with joy and hope?Please note, I do NOT accept insurance of any kind, self-pay only.
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Dr. Jennifer Tang Cole
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, PhD
Verified Verified
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Through science-based therapies, like trauma-focused CBT, EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, and Gottman Method Couples Therapy, we’ll work together to find coping strategies and tools that you can use every day.
Are you experiencing a high level of stress and burnout? Do you struggle to balance the demands of home and work life? Are you tired of feeling like you're stuck in a cycle of fights with your partner? Maybe you feel emotionally disconnected, and the stress from one area of your life spills over to others. If you've reached the point of saying, "Enough is enough,” let’s explore therapy that actually works. Hi, I’m Dr. Jennifer Tang Cole, a trauma and couples therapist licensed in Michigan and Florida. I help adults and couples balance the demands of life to find healing.
Through science-based therapies, like trauma-focused CBT, EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, and Gottman Method Couples Therapy, we’ll work together to find coping strategies and tools that you can use every day.
Are you experiencing a high level of stress and burnout? Do you struggle to balance the demands of home and work life? Are you tired of feeling like you're stuck in a cycle of fights with your partner? Maybe you feel emotionally disconnected, and the stress from one area of your life spills over to others. If you've reached the point of saying, "Enough is enough,” let’s explore therapy that actually works. Hi, I’m Dr. Jennifer Tang Cole, a trauma and couples therapist licensed in Michigan and Florida. I help adults and couples balance the demands of life to find healing.
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Justyne Ortquist
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
East Grand Rapids, MI 49506
Justyne is a compassionate and dedicated therapist specializing in relational therapy and the treatment of eating disorders. With a wealth of experience and expertise, Justyne employs an integrative approach that combines somatic techniques, trauma-informed yoga, and emotion focused therapy to facilitate healing on multiple levels. Her deep understanding of the relationship between body and mind informs her approach to somatic-based healing, which goes beyond traditional talk therapy. This is the foundation of her work with clients to support them in healing trauma in the body and addressing maladaptive coping mechanisms.
Justyne is a compassionate and dedicated therapist specializing in relational therapy and the treatment of eating disorders. With a wealth of experience and expertise, Justyne employs an integrative approach that combines somatic techniques, trauma-informed yoga, and emotion focused therapy to facilitate healing on multiple levels. Her deep understanding of the relationship between body and mind informs her approach to somatic-based healing, which goes beyond traditional talk therapy. This is the foundation of her work with clients to support them in healing trauma in the body and addressing maladaptive coping mechanisms.
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I use mainly EMDR, somatic, and emotion-focused treatment modalities.
The deepest goal of counseling is learning about yourself by teaching me about you. This idea can be daunting. You might be asking yourself, “What will I learn? Am I ready? What will this journey be like?” Sometimes starting the process is the hardest part! The beauty of counseling is that the journey doesn’t have to be taken alone. When you find a therapist that fits well, it can feel less like stumbling through a dark forest and more like forging a path of your own. No matter what brings you to therapy, feeling empowered, safe, and understood through the process can make all the difference in the world.
I use mainly EMDR, somatic, and emotion-focused treatment modalities.
The deepest goal of counseling is learning about yourself by teaching me about you. This idea can be daunting. You might be asking yourself, “What will I learn? Am I ready? What will this journey be like?” Sometimes starting the process is the hardest part! The beauty of counseling is that the journey doesn’t have to be taken alone. When you find a therapist that fits well, it can feel less like stumbling through a dark forest and more like forging a path of your own. No matter what brings you to therapy, feeling empowered, safe, and understood through the process can make all the difference in the world.
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My integrative methods often blend tools such as mindfulness, IFS parts-work, somatic techniques, CBT, psychospiritual (when requested), and a holistic perspective.
You are safe to be yourself here. I am a compassionate therapist committed to empowering individuals on their journey toward wellness and self-discovery. I believe in the inherent resiliency of the human spirit and am dedicated to helping you tap into your innate strengths and resources utilizing an IFS parts-work approach. I am passionate about helping individuals acknowledge the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit, fostering a deeper understanding of themselves, and creating a foundation for overall well-being, growth, and healing.
My integrative methods often blend tools such as mindfulness, IFS parts-work, somatic techniques, CBT, psychospiritual (when requested), and a holistic perspective.
You are safe to be yourself here. I am a compassionate therapist committed to empowering individuals on their journey toward wellness and self-discovery. I believe in the inherent resiliency of the human spirit and am dedicated to helping you tap into your innate strengths and resources utilizing an IFS parts-work approach. I am passionate about helping individuals acknowledge the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit, fostering a deeper understanding of themselves, and creating a foundation for overall well-being, growth, and healing.
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I use a somatic approach to therapy which allows experiences to be more fully integrated.
Therapy is a very personal journey and wherever you find yourself right now is where you are supposed to be. Life can bring challenges. Whether you seek help in the treatment of anxiety, depression, overthinking, grief and loss, infertility, general dissatisfaction, or to heal from past traumas, we can find a treatment approach for you.
I use a somatic approach to therapy which allows experiences to be more fully integrated.
Therapy is a very personal journey and wherever you find yourself right now is where you are supposed to be. Life can bring challenges. Whether you seek help in the treatment of anxiety, depression, overthinking, grief and loss, infertility, general dissatisfaction, or to heal from past traumas, we can find a treatment approach for you.
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I love using somatic, DBT, and mindfulness techniques to help connect the brain and body.
Hello! I'm so happy that you're here! In my work with children, adults, and families, I focus on grief, anxiety, racial, gender, and sexuality issues. I have significant experience with those who are POC, and neurodivergent and the unique issues that may face them. I also can assist with trauma, PTSD and life transitions. I like to use mainly talk based therapy, but I am ultimately here for you and whatever best fits your needs! I also offer a 15-minute free consultation meeting via phone or video to see if we are a match.
I love using somatic, DBT, and mindfulness techniques to help connect the brain and body.
Hello! I'm so happy that you're here! In my work with children, adults, and families, I focus on grief, anxiety, racial, gender, and sexuality issues. I have significant experience with those who are POC, and neurodivergent and the unique issues that may face them. I also can assist with trauma, PTSD and life transitions. I like to use mainly talk based therapy, but I am ultimately here for you and whatever best fits your needs! I also offer a 15-minute free consultation meeting via phone or video to see if we are a match.
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Kayla Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
East Grand Rapids, MI 49506 (Online Only)
Together, we will connect you to your body and explore your authentic self through EMDR, somatic therapy, parts work, and strengths-based therapy.
Are you struggling with trauma? You might feel anxious, disconnected from your body, feeling the need to constantly distract yourself, or not feeling like yourself. This may be in response to a bigger life event, loss, life transitions, or something you’ve been unable to access. Sometimes, our responses are connected to childhood trauma, religious trauma, work trauma, or from past relationships. You may also question if your responses are connected to trauma at all. You want to live a life where it feels good to be present with yourself and in relationships. Where you can be authentically yourself.
Together, we will connect you to your body and explore your authentic self through EMDR, somatic therapy, parts work, and strengths-based therapy.
Are you struggling with trauma? You might feel anxious, disconnected from your body, feeling the need to constantly distract yourself, or not feeling like yourself. This may be in response to a bigger life event, loss, life transitions, or something you’ve been unable to access. Sometimes, our responses are connected to childhood trauma, religious trauma, work trauma, or from past relationships. You may also question if your responses are connected to trauma at all. You want to live a life where it feels good to be present with yourself and in relationships. Where you can be authentically yourself.
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Tashara Cooper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ann Arbor, MI 48103 (Online Only)
I have immediate openings and will respond to your inquiry within 24hrs. My passion lies in supporting women and couples as they face the challenges that come with change and uncertainty. Whether you are experiencing a career change, relationship transitions, trauma, or adjusting to a new phase of life, I am here to guide you. Anxiety, depression, trauma, and grief are often common companions during these times of transitions. Drawing from trauma informed treatment, mindfulness, somatic, and narrative techniques, we'll craft a personalized roadmap for your journey.
I have immediate openings and will respond to your inquiry within 24hrs. My passion lies in supporting women and couples as they face the challenges that come with change and uncertainty. Whether you are experiencing a career change, relationship transitions, trauma, or adjusting to a new phase of life, I am here to guide you. Anxiety, depression, trauma, and grief are often common companions during these times of transitions. Drawing from trauma informed treatment, mindfulness, somatic, and narrative techniques, we'll craft a personalized roadmap for your journey.
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Rachel Crutchfield
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Waitlist for new clients
(such as Mindful Self-Compassion, somatic experiencing, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills) to help clients manage and regulate painful, intense emotions, be less self-critical, tolerate distress, and address problems in interpersonal relationships.
I love helping people heal and live more fulfilling lives. I will work to help you find the self-compassion, acceptance, confidence, and concrete skills you need to address past traumas and make the changes you want in your life. I work from a humanistic, feminist, and trauma-informed framework and utilize DBT, CBT, MSC, somatic, and other approaches to best help my clients. I have over 20 years of experience treating clients (many are U of M students) who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, loss, self-esteem, adjustment, relationship issues, and other concerns. I combine talk therapy with practical exercises
(such as Mindful Self-Compassion, somatic experiencing, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills) to help clients manage and regulate painful, intense emotions, be less self-critical, tolerate distress, and address problems in interpersonal relationships.
I love helping people heal and live more fulfilling lives. I will work to help you find the self-compassion, acceptance, confidence, and concrete skills you need to address past traumas and make the changes you want in your life. I work from a humanistic, feminist, and trauma-informed framework and utilize DBT, CBT, MSC, somatic, and other approaches to best help my clients. I have over 20 years of experience treating clients (many are U of M students) who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, loss, self-esteem, adjustment, relationship issues, and other concerns. I combine talk therapy with practical exercises
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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.