Somatic Therapists in Berkeley Heights, NJ
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Melissa Cramutolo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922
I am trained in many trauma focused therapies that facilitate this deeper healing process - EMDR, Internal Family Systems, NARM, Somatic Experiencing-but above all consider myself to be a relational and relatable therapist who prioritizes the relationship with my clients as the primary healing agent.
Are you tired of experiencing the same patterns and want to heal at the root of your symptoms? I specialize in treating trauma, addictions, and self esteem issues - in particularly with women and teenagers. When my clients first come in, their lives are overrun by fear and insecurities. They carry around deep shame about who they are and never feel quite “good enough”. They want to be confident and heal the patterns that are holding them back but do not know where to start.
I am trained in many trauma focused therapies that facilitate this deeper healing process - EMDR, Internal Family Systems, NARM, Somatic Experiencing-but above all consider myself to be a relational and relatable therapist who prioritizes the relationship with my clients as the primary healing agent.
Are you tired of experiencing the same patterns and want to heal at the root of your symptoms? I specialize in treating trauma, addictions, and self esteem issues - in particularly with women and teenagers. When my clients first come in, their lives are overrun by fear and insecurities. They carry around deep shame about who they are and never feel quite “good enough”. They want to be confident and heal the patterns that are holding them back but do not know where to start.
![Photo of Kirsten Adams, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/9ce4abda-a38e-4c53-a018-d78f8cdf95cb/2/320x400.png)
Psychotherapy is a practice of deep listening and a process that provides the opportunity for growth and self-discovery. Therapy can help you feel connected, grounded and deeply understood; it facilitates the opportunity to work through current and older challenges, which are impacting you (and possibly your loved ones) in the present. My style is holistic, eclectic and relational. I provide a safe environment, listen deeply and engage genuinely with the individuals, couples and families I meet. I believe that we each possess the innate ability to transform our lives so we can flourish, create, connect, accept and thrive.
Psychotherapy is a practice of deep listening and a process that provides the opportunity for growth and self-discovery. Therapy can help you feel connected, grounded and deeply understood; it facilitates the opportunity to work through current and older challenges, which are impacting you (and possibly your loved ones) in the present. My style is holistic, eclectic and relational. I provide a safe environment, listen deeply and engage genuinely with the individuals, couples and families I meet. I believe that we each possess the innate ability to transform our lives so we can flourish, create, connect, accept and thrive.
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People struggling with fears, depression, relational problems, especially people who have somehow "lost" themselves tend to experience me as deeply compassionate yet able to target the primary cause(s) of their pain and identify what they may be doing to contribute to the ongoing problems in their lives. A sometimes surprising part of my therapeutic manner is that I am interactive in sessions while maintaining great respect for a person's capacity to direct their own lives and utilize their current pain toward growth of their real self and, hence, an enlivened life.
People struggling with fears, depression, relational problems, especially people who have somehow "lost" themselves tend to experience me as deeply compassionate yet able to target the primary cause(s) of their pain and identify what they may be doing to contribute to the ongoing problems in their lives. A sometimes surprising part of my therapeutic manner is that I am interactive in sessions while maintaining great respect for a person's capacity to direct their own lives and utilize their current pain toward growth of their real self and, hence, an enlivened life.
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Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, anger, or the loss of a loved one with a sense of feeling lost, hopeless, and without purpose? Are you struggling with life transitions & open to delving deeper to explore those issues? I primarily work with men like this, who have arrived at this point in life feeling "stuck" or "at a dead end," struggling with relationship issues and feeling disconnected & frustrated. My job is to help you re-negotiate your relationship with your feelings, see you as okay, and understand the meaning of your upbringing or narratives you've learned on "how you ought to be."
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, anger, or the loss of a loved one with a sense of feeling lost, hopeless, and without purpose? Are you struggling with life transitions & open to delving deeper to explore those issues? I primarily work with men like this, who have arrived at this point in life feeling "stuck" or "at a dead end," struggling with relationship issues and feeling disconnected & frustrated. My job is to help you re-negotiate your relationship with your feelings, see you as okay, and understand the meaning of your upbringing or narratives you've learned on "how you ought to be."
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Are you feeling overwhelmed due to challenges with navigating stressors in life? Are traumatic experiences preventing you from moving forward in life? Are you feeling misunderstood and feel that your voice isn't being heard? Are you stuck and not sure which direction to turn to? Therapy is about being in a safe and non-judgmental space that will consist of addressing these concerns. I will be here to support you in taking proactive steps to improve your overall quality of life.
Are you feeling overwhelmed due to challenges with navigating stressors in life? Are traumatic experiences preventing you from moving forward in life? Are you feeling misunderstood and feel that your voice isn't being heard? Are you stuck and not sure which direction to turn to? Therapy is about being in a safe and non-judgmental space that will consist of addressing these concerns. I will be here to support you in taking proactive steps to improve your overall quality of life.
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I am a licensed professional counselor that has been working in behavioral health for over 20 years. I am a lifelong resident of South Jersey and obtained my Bachelors and Masters degrees from La Salle University in Philadelphia.
I am a licensed professional counselor that has been working in behavioral health for over 20 years. I am a lifelong resident of South Jersey and obtained my Bachelors and Masters degrees from La Salle University in Philadelphia.
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Mind Body Spirit Therapy, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
Westfield, NJ 07090 (Online Only)
I'm here to help you manifest the life you desire and deserve. I am a Psychotherapist, Somatic Coach and Yoga Teacher who combine holistic and modern treatment modalities specializing in Somatic Experiencing, EMDR, Trauma, OCD, ADHD, Anxiety and more. I provide an empowerment based approach to healing by taking traditional therapeutic techniques, combining them with yoga, mindfulness, sound therapy, breath work, energy medicine and embodied mediation. I believe that by learning to care for your mind, body and soul you do anything. It is my mission to safely guide you through the process as you journey towards wholehearted self-love.
I'm here to help you manifest the life you desire and deserve. I am a Psychotherapist, Somatic Coach and Yoga Teacher who combine holistic and modern treatment modalities specializing in Somatic Experiencing, EMDR, Trauma, OCD, ADHD, Anxiety and more. I provide an empowerment based approach to healing by taking traditional therapeutic techniques, combining them with yoga, mindfulness, sound therapy, breath work, energy medicine and embodied mediation. I believe that by learning to care for your mind, body and soul you do anything. It is my mission to safely guide you through the process as you journey towards wholehearted self-love.
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I integrate EMDR with other treatment modalities (CBT, DBT, Internal Family Systems, Somatic Experiencing) to meet the individualized needs of my clients.
I am a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) and Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC) specializing in the treatment of trauma and addictions. I am passionate about walking clients through the healing journey, and believe that through facing our struggles we are able to find and embrace our unique strengths and purpose.
I integrate EMDR with other treatment modalities (CBT, DBT, Internal Family Systems, Somatic Experiencing) to meet the individualized needs of my clients.
I am a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) and Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC) specializing in the treatment of trauma and addictions. I am passionate about walking clients through the healing journey, and believe that through facing our struggles we are able to find and embrace our unique strengths and purpose.
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Ana Pais
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CFRC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Cranford, NJ 07016
In my practice, I specialize in somatic and attachment-focused EMDR therapy.
Are you often caught up in thoughts about your past, wishing things could have been different? Do everyday situations trigger overwhelming feelings of fear, vulnerability, or panic? Have you grown accustomed to being on high alert, unable to relax and unsure of what it feels like to unwind? Perhaps you feel isolated because others don't seem to understand your experiences. Do you long to find peace in the present moment, break free from feeling stuck, and achieve your goals? Are you looking to improve your relationships and create a life that brings you genuine happiness? I may be able to help.
In my practice, I specialize in somatic and attachment-focused EMDR therapy.
Are you often caught up in thoughts about your past, wishing things could have been different? Do everyday situations trigger overwhelming feelings of fear, vulnerability, or panic? Have you grown accustomed to being on high alert, unable to relax and unsure of what it feels like to unwind? Perhaps you feel isolated because others don't seem to understand your experiences. Do you long to find peace in the present moment, break free from feeling stuck, and achieve your goals? Are you looking to improve your relationships and create a life that brings you genuine happiness? I may be able to help.
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My integrative approach includes use of psychoeducation, cognitive-behavioral techniques, mind/body and mindfulness techniques, EMDR, Internal Family Systems, somatic techniques, and psychodynamic psychotherapy.
Thank you for viewing my page and I hope I can help you on the path towards healing and personal growth. I strive to create a safe, genuine, and empathic space for clients to explore their inner experiences. I have expertise in working with issues of depression, anxiety, trauma/post-traumatic stress including complex trauma, relationship issues, reproductive health and infertility, life cycle changes including college transitions, new motherhood, and grief and loss. I have postgraduate certification in integrative trauma studies and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing).
My integrative approach includes use of psychoeducation, cognitive-behavioral techniques, mind/body and mindfulness techniques, EMDR, Internal Family Systems, somatic techniques, and psychodynamic psychotherapy.
Thank you for viewing my page and I hope I can help you on the path towards healing and personal growth. I strive to create a safe, genuine, and empathic space for clients to explore their inner experiences. I have expertise in working with issues of depression, anxiety, trauma/post-traumatic stress including complex trauma, relationship issues, reproductive health and infertility, life cycle changes including college transitions, new motherhood, and grief and loss. I have postgraduate certification in integrative trauma studies and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing).
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Erika Hurtado
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Short Hills, NJ 07078
This approach understands the importance of somatic integration with other modalities (EMDR, IFS, DBT).
I specialize in trauma informed care with teens and adults who are navigating painful and challenging life transitions. These challenges may have left you with questions such as why do I act/feel this way? Or the opposite: why am I not having an emotional response to this? Maybe a sense of disconnect from your body? Sometimes you are able to identify the root cause of those actions and feelings that caused a significant transition in our lives. Other times, you do not understand the behaviors and emotions that lead to disruptions within yourself and relationships. Sometimes leaving you feeling numb or disconnected from your body.
This approach understands the importance of somatic integration with other modalities (EMDR, IFS, DBT).
I specialize in trauma informed care with teens and adults who are navigating painful and challenging life transitions. These challenges may have left you with questions such as why do I act/feel this way? Or the opposite: why am I not having an emotional response to this? Maybe a sense of disconnect from your body? Sometimes you are able to identify the root cause of those actions and feelings that caused a significant transition in our lives. Other times, you do not understand the behaviors and emotions that lead to disruptions within yourself and relationships. Sometimes leaving you feeling numb or disconnected from your body.
![Photo of Melissa Cramutolo, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c4ae9252-a9a6-48fe-a95f-e5ddf7d39dd9/2/320x400.png)
I am trained in many trauma focused therapies that facilitate this deeper healing process - EMDR, Internal Family Systems, NARM, Somatic Experiencing-but above all consider myself to be a relational and relatable therapist who prioritizes the relationship with my clients as the primary healing agent.
Are you tired of experiencing the same patterns and want to heal at the root of your symptoms? I specialize in treating trauma, addictions, and self esteem issues - in particularly with women and teenagers. When my clients first come in, their lives are overrun by fear and insecurities. They carry around deep shame about who they are and never feel quite “good enough”. They want to be confident and heal the patterns that are holding them back but do not know where to start.
I am trained in many trauma focused therapies that facilitate this deeper healing process - EMDR, Internal Family Systems, NARM, Somatic Experiencing-but above all consider myself to be a relational and relatable therapist who prioritizes the relationship with my clients as the primary healing agent.
Are you tired of experiencing the same patterns and want to heal at the root of your symptoms? I specialize in treating trauma, addictions, and self esteem issues - in particularly with women and teenagers. When my clients first come in, their lives are overrun by fear and insecurities. They carry around deep shame about who they are and never feel quite “good enough”. They want to be confident and heal the patterns that are holding them back but do not know where to start.
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I use a combination of traditional talk-therapy blended with somatic interventions (EFT Tapping, yoga, stretching) to help you move around stale energy within the body, and create the space for healing and growth to occur.
I work with folks who are looking for support navigating grief/loss, difficult life circumstances, and various kinds of trauma. If you find yourself disconnected from your feelings, in a constant state of auto-pilot, or constantly feel like you are rushing, I can help. If you want to stop living on autopilot and start living in the moment, you are in the right place. Together, we will explore the patterns that haven't been working for you and create ones that do.
I use a combination of traditional talk-therapy blended with somatic interventions (EFT Tapping, yoga, stretching) to help you move around stale energy within the body, and create the space for healing and growth to occur.
I work with folks who are looking for support navigating grief/loss, difficult life circumstances, and various kinds of trauma. If you find yourself disconnected from your feelings, in a constant state of auto-pilot, or constantly feel like you are rushing, I can help. If you want to stop living on autopilot and start living in the moment, you are in the right place. Together, we will explore the patterns that haven't been working for you and create ones that do.
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Ashley Elizabeth Morolla
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ACS, CCTP
Verified Verified
Summit, NJ 07901 (Online Only)
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I also offer Somatic Healing Coaching for those who might not be ready for therapy but still want to benefit from movement and breath techniques.
Life can be busy and especially difficult when past experiences intrude on your present and hold you back. I specialize in helping women who have faced challenging life events, supporting them in restoring hope, strength, and resilience. As a mom and the spouse of a former first responder, I understand firsthand how unpredictable life can be. Utilizing my certifications in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and Somatic Healing practices, I help you gain a sense of safety and control. Somatic Healing involves teaching movement and breath techniques to process issues that can be difficult to verbalize.
I also offer Somatic Healing Coaching for those who might not be ready for therapy but still want to benefit from movement and breath techniques.
Life can be busy and especially difficult when past experiences intrude on your present and hold you back. I specialize in helping women who have faced challenging life events, supporting them in restoring hope, strength, and resilience. As a mom and the spouse of a former first responder, I understand firsthand how unpredictable life can be. Utilizing my certifications in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and Somatic Healing practices, I help you gain a sense of safety and control. Somatic Healing involves teaching movement and breath techniques to process issues that can be difficult to verbalize.
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Heather Hamilton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Mountainside, NJ 07092 (Online Only)
The process is grounded in evidence-based therapeutic practice (Somatic Experiencing, Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Polyvagal theory, Attachment, etc.
Life often presents us with obstacles and dilemmas that can leave us feeling overwhelmed and uncertain. At these times, a therapeutic relationship can provide a safe and nurturing space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. This exploration can lead to a deeper understanding of yourself and be a space to develop the tools to overcome life's challenges.
The process is grounded in evidence-based therapeutic practice (Somatic Experiencing, Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Polyvagal theory, Attachment, etc.
Life often presents us with obstacles and dilemmas that can leave us feeling overwhelmed and uncertain. At these times, a therapeutic relationship can provide a safe and nurturing space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. This exploration can lead to a deeper understanding of yourself and be a space to develop the tools to overcome life's challenges.
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Hello, I am so glad you’re here. My name is Sharon and I am a Holistic Therapist, Spiritualist and Intuitive who provides safe and inclusive, open-minded and service-rich experiences that facilitate transformative and sustainable healing for my clients. Congratulations on making the first step towards change. I realize this is a big step, and having been on both sides of the chair, I know how important it is to feel a good connection and trust with your therapist. I am a solution-focused Trauma specialist who combines clinical modalities that include (but aren’t limited to) Somatic, Quantum Metaphysics & Energy Healing.
Hello, I am so glad you’re here. My name is Sharon and I am a Holistic Therapist, Spiritualist and Intuitive who provides safe and inclusive, open-minded and service-rich experiences that facilitate transformative and sustainable healing for my clients. Congratulations on making the first step towards change. I realize this is a big step, and having been on both sides of the chair, I know how important it is to feel a good connection and trust with your therapist. I am a solution-focused Trauma specialist who combines clinical modalities that include (but aren’t limited to) Somatic, Quantum Metaphysics & Energy Healing.
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Lisa Marie Drew
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Morristown, NJ 07960 (Online Only)
I creatively integrate somatic and experiential therapies, mindfulness principles, and holistic practices to create an integrated, whole-person approach to healing and personal growth.
Hi, I'm Lisa! Are you someone with personal goals and professional aspirations, but imposter syndrome takes hold despite your efforts to achieve your dreams, and the fear of failure paralyzes you? Maybe you're like many of the folks I work with who ruminate over the past or anxiously plan their future to avoid mistakes and risk revealing their secret: You don't have it all together. You long for acceptance and deep connections, but instead, your relationships are fraught with drama and people who lack emotional maturity.
I creatively integrate somatic and experiential therapies, mindfulness principles, and holistic practices to create an integrated, whole-person approach to healing and personal growth.
Hi, I'm Lisa! Are you someone with personal goals and professional aspirations, but imposter syndrome takes hold despite your efforts to achieve your dreams, and the fear of failure paralyzes you? Maybe you're like many of the folks I work with who ruminate over the past or anxiously plan their future to avoid mistakes and risk revealing their secret: You don't have it all together. You long for acceptance and deep connections, but instead, your relationships are fraught with drama and people who lack emotional maturity.
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Blue Chevigny
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MPH
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Millburn, NJ 07041
My work draws from psychodynamic psychotherapy, and an eclectic mix of traditions, including mindfulness, somatic experiencing, interpersonal and relational.
I treat individuals, couples, and families, spanning from childhood through adulthood. Therapy can be useful when we are experiencing life as painful, confusing or challenging, no matter the reason. Many live with feelings of sadness, loss, disorientation, isolation and diminished self-worth. Exploring those feelings and troubling symptoms in a safe environment with a caring, experienced professional, can serve to motivate us to identify patterns that stand in our way, be curious about and understand ourselves, all of which can lead to making meaningful and needed changes.
My work draws from psychodynamic psychotherapy, and an eclectic mix of traditions, including mindfulness, somatic experiencing, interpersonal and relational.
I treat individuals, couples, and families, spanning from childhood through adulthood. Therapy can be useful when we are experiencing life as painful, confusing or challenging, no matter the reason. Many live with feelings of sadness, loss, disorientation, isolation and diminished self-worth. Exploring those feelings and troubling symptoms in a safe environment with a caring, experienced professional, can serve to motivate us to identify patterns that stand in our way, be curious about and understand ourselves, all of which can lead to making meaningful and needed changes.
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Phillip Racies
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chatham, NJ 07928 (Online Only)
Grounded in a somatic (body-centered) approach and extensive training in family and human systems theory, I offer clients a structure in which they develop more awareness and understanding of both self and others through practicing different ways of exploring experiences.
Life is an ocean of never-ending challenge; we can get overwhelmed, anxious, isolated, and feel out of control. Without proper support we miss the opportunities for growth that adversity offers. I provide a supportive structure that allows exploration of the most important aspects of your life and helps you develop concrete practical skills to better respond to the complex challenges life presents - - whether in individual, couples, or family therapy. You will learn to better know, understand, and accept more of your experiences and interactions as you discover and shape more satisfying layers of yourself and your relationships.
Grounded in a somatic (body-centered) approach and extensive training in family and human systems theory, I offer clients a structure in which they develop more awareness and understanding of both self and others through practicing different ways of exploring experiences.
Life is an ocean of never-ending challenge; we can get overwhelmed, anxious, isolated, and feel out of control. Without proper support we miss the opportunities for growth that adversity offers. I provide a supportive structure that allows exploration of the most important aspects of your life and helps you develop concrete practical skills to better respond to the complex challenges life presents - - whether in individual, couples, or family therapy. You will learn to better know, understand, and accept more of your experiences and interactions as you discover and shape more satisfying layers of yourself and your relationships.
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Ashley Tanzosh
Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Morristown, NJ 07961 (Online Only)
As an experienced Brainspotting and somatic therapist, I believe in a holistic view of therapy that values all aspects of your life for well-being.
I specialize in working with introspective and motivated adults who are find themselves overwhelmed with life's challenges, everyday pressures, or difficult life events. You may be feel like your drowning, stretched thin, or emotionally drained. You might be confused, questioning yourself, and wondering if there's something inherently wrong with you. Or you might feel isolated and alone in your struggles, uncertain where to turn. You want support to help you navigate and sift through these feelings, understand what is causing your difficulties, and develop skills to achieve long term change.
As an experienced Brainspotting and somatic therapist, I believe in a holistic view of therapy that values all aspects of your life for well-being.
I specialize in working with introspective and motivated adults who are find themselves overwhelmed with life's challenges, everyday pressures, or difficult life events. You may be feel like your drowning, stretched thin, or emotionally drained. You might be confused, questioning yourself, and wondering if there's something inherently wrong with you. Or you might feel isolated and alone in your struggles, uncertain where to turn. You want support to help you navigate and sift through these feelings, understand what is causing your difficulties, and develop skills to achieve long term change.
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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.