Somatic Therapists in Rochester, NY
I use experiential, relational, attachment-focused and trauma-informed approaches, including experiential dynamic therapies, somatic experiencing and internal family systems.
I believe that everyone possesses the innate ability to heal and grow. My role as your counselor is to support and guide you towards the part of you that has always held that wisdom within. Together, we will explore the patterns that may be keeping you stuck and discover the root of your current struggles, empowering you to become the author of your life. In my practice I support adults struggling with complex trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship struggles, challenges with identity, self-worth and connection to self and others. These challenges can be devastating and difficult to navigate, but you don't have to face them alone.
I use experiential, relational, attachment-focused and trauma-informed approaches, including experiential dynamic therapies, somatic experiencing and internal family systems.
I believe that everyone possesses the innate ability to heal and grow. My role as your counselor is to support and guide you towards the part of you that has always held that wisdom within. Together, we will explore the patterns that may be keeping you stuck and discover the root of your current struggles, empowering you to become the author of your life. In my practice I support adults struggling with complex trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship struggles, challenges with identity, self-worth and connection to self and others. These challenges can be devastating and difficult to navigate, but you don't have to face them alone.
Anahata Mental Health Counseling, PLLC
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Rochester, NY 14618
I’m a holistic/ spiritual therapist who uses earth based modalities, IFS, EMDR and somatic practices.
I love working with spiritual, neurodivergent, high performing and Motivated couples/clients with relationship struggles who use therapy as an avenue for healing. I believe that spirituality can be a resource in healing. I also enjoy working with teenagers and young adults exploring their identity and family of origin. If talk therapy hasn't helped you fulfill your goals then my approaches could help. I enjoy helping clients explore relationship patterns that don't serve them. This work requires commitment and motivation to change current patterns of thought, emotion, and behavior. I believe accountability is paramount to change.
I’m a holistic/ spiritual therapist who uses earth based modalities, IFS, EMDR and somatic practices.
I love working with spiritual, neurodivergent, high performing and Motivated couples/clients with relationship struggles who use therapy as an avenue for healing. I believe that spirituality can be a resource in healing. I also enjoy working with teenagers and young adults exploring their identity and family of origin. If talk therapy hasn't helped you fulfill your goals then my approaches could help. I enjoy helping clients explore relationship patterns that don't serve them. This work requires commitment and motivation to change current patterns of thought, emotion, and behavior. I believe accountability is paramount to change.
Lisa van Leeuwen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rochester, NY 14618
My work uses trauma-focused and mind-body (psycho- somatic) practices, including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprogramming (EMDR), Ego State Therapies, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), DBT, and others.
I'm passionate about providing a safe and therapeutic space for those who have experienced childhood, sexual, race or gender based, or combat-related trauma. I'm trained in trauma-informed mental health care and developed my therapeutic approach working with a diverse population of individuals, couple, parents, and families. I'm deeply sensitive to racial, cultural, occupational, economic, and social justice-related influences on how we experience and heal from trauma.
My work uses trauma-focused and mind-body (psycho- somatic) practices, including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprogramming (EMDR), Ego State Therapies, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), DBT, and others.
I'm passionate about providing a safe and therapeutic space for those who have experienced childhood, sexual, race or gender based, or combat-related trauma. I'm trained in trauma-informed mental health care and developed my therapeutic approach working with a diverse population of individuals, couple, parents, and families. I'm deeply sensitive to racial, cultural, occupational, economic, and social justice-related influences on how we experience and heal from trauma.
Couple & Relationship Therapy: An MFT Practice, PC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Rochester, NY 14618
Some are certified by American Association of Sex Educators, Counselors, & Therapists; Somatic Experiencing Trauma Institute.
If you are overwhelmed, confused, hurt and/or just need support we are here for you. For over 20 years, we have helped couples, families & individuals achieve health & healing & it would be an honor to help you. Most clients are stuck in unhealthy patterns that create & maintain distance & emotional pain. Often communication is about defending instead of understanding. We work to create safety so clients can have the connection they desire. We help our clients heal the pain & resentment, while creating healthy patterns that allows each person to be their authentic self. We are open to all people who are seeking growth & stability.
Some are certified by American Association of Sex Educators, Counselors, & Therapists; Somatic Experiencing Trauma Institute.
If you are overwhelmed, confused, hurt and/or just need support we are here for you. For over 20 years, we have helped couples, families & individuals achieve health & healing & it would be an honor to help you. Most clients are stuck in unhealthy patterns that create & maintain distance & emotional pain. Often communication is about defending instead of understanding. We work to create safety so clients can have the connection they desire. We help our clients heal the pain & resentment, while creating healthy patterns that allows each person to be their authentic self. We are open to all people who are seeking growth & stability.
Bonnie J. White LMHC has 37 yrs experience/training providing assessment and evaluation of issues related to traumatic loss which includes the death of a loved one including suicide or accidental death, workplace bullying/employment loss, life threatening illness, impending loss of life issues, pet loss, anxiety issues and phobias. Experience in psychological therapies including client centered, brief solution focused, cognitive, somatic stress relief, and energy therapies including Emotional Freedom Techniques. Please note COMPLEX PTSD IS NOT included in my specialities, training or experience.
Bonnie J. White LMHC has 37 yrs experience/training providing assessment and evaluation of issues related to traumatic loss which includes the death of a loved one including suicide or accidental death, workplace bullying/employment loss, life threatening illness, impending loss of life issues, pet loss, anxiety issues and phobias. Experience in psychological therapies including client centered, brief solution focused, cognitive, somatic stress relief, and energy therapies including Emotional Freedom Techniques. Please note COMPLEX PTSD IS NOT included in my specialities, training or experience.
I also regularly integrate Schema-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and somatic therapies into my work with clients.
I'm not currently accepting new clients; however, I'm happy to refer to another clinician with openings at my trauma-focused group practice, Sustainable Wellness. I believe we all have the potential to better ourselves, and that growth occurs while exploring the root causes of issues - not just treating symptoms. I have a holistic approach, treating the entire person rather than a disorder or specific hardship. I view my clients as experts on their own lives and my role as the facilitator of change. I help address my clients' struggles while, equally importantly, maintaining areas of strength.
I also regularly integrate Schema-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and somatic therapies into my work with clients.
I'm not currently accepting new clients; however, I'm happy to refer to another clinician with openings at my trauma-focused group practice, Sustainable Wellness. I believe we all have the potential to better ourselves, and that growth occurs while exploring the root causes of issues - not just treating symptoms. I have a holistic approach, treating the entire person rather than a disorder or specific hardship. I view my clients as experts on their own lives and my role as the facilitator of change. I help address my clients' struggles while, equally importantly, maintaining areas of strength.
Sustainable Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Rochester, NY 14607
have training in and regularly integrate modalities including CBT, Mindfulness, EMDR, Schema-Focused Therapy, DBT, Internal Family Systems (IFS), somatic work, and Brainspotting.
Sustainable Wellness is a trauma-based therapy and wellness practice focused on providing a holistic approach to healing. We offer specialized mental health services for PTSD and other trauma disorders, along with trauma-informed care for communities exposed to high levels of chronic stressors. We're passionate about resolving and healing attachment wounds while striving to create a therapeutic environment based in trust and authenticity. We work closely with clients to help them feel more comfortable in their bodies and more connected to the moment in order to build self-compassion and move toward healing.
have training in and regularly integrate modalities including CBT, Mindfulness, EMDR, Schema-Focused Therapy, DBT, Internal Family Systems (IFS), somatic work, and Brainspotting.
Sustainable Wellness is a trauma-based therapy and wellness practice focused on providing a holistic approach to healing. We offer specialized mental health services for PTSD and other trauma disorders, along with trauma-informed care for communities exposed to high levels of chronic stressors. We're passionate about resolving and healing attachment wounds while striving to create a therapeutic environment based in trust and authenticity. We work closely with clients to help them feel more comfortable in their bodies and more connected to the moment in order to build self-compassion and move toward healing.
Hi, I’m so glad you found me. I’m a bilingual (hablo español) emotion focused, and somatic (body-centered) mental health counselor and I am currently taking new patients. I specialize in healing trauma: PTSD, complex (attachment, developmental, continuous), generational and racial. I help those struggling with anxiety, depression, chronic pain, identity, connection to self and others. Also, those who have previously done therapy and have reached an impasse may benefit from deep emotional and somatic work with me. Together, we collaborate to create a safe and supportive container to process deep-seated emotions.
Hi, I’m so glad you found me. I’m a bilingual (hablo español) emotion focused, and somatic (body-centered) mental health counselor and I am currently taking new patients. I specialize in healing trauma: PTSD, complex (attachment, developmental, continuous), generational and racial. I help those struggling with anxiety, depression, chronic pain, identity, connection to self and others. Also, those who have previously done therapy and have reached an impasse may benefit from deep emotional and somatic work with me. Together, we collaborate to create a safe and supportive container to process deep-seated emotions.
I offer a holistic, spiritual approach, specializing in working with Empaths/HSP/OSP and C-PTSD, as well as difficulties around nourishing the Self (eating disorder concerns), and addressing C-PTSD and trauma using somatic and holistic modalities including energy therapy, yoga therapy, nature therapy, guided imagery and therapeutic sound. I am skilled in assisting individuals in attuning to both their internal guidance system of intuition, as well as to their body felt sensation and awareness as vehicles for healing. I am also gifted at working with families and in assisting individuals in working through relational difficulties.
I offer a holistic, spiritual approach, specializing in working with Empaths/HSP/OSP and C-PTSD, as well as difficulties around nourishing the Self (eating disorder concerns), and addressing C-PTSD and trauma using somatic and holistic modalities including energy therapy, yoga therapy, nature therapy, guided imagery and therapeutic sound. I am skilled in assisting individuals in attuning to both their internal guidance system of intuition, as well as to their body felt sensation and awareness as vehicles for healing. I am also gifted at working with families and in assisting individuals in working through relational difficulties.
Quantum SOL Integrative Wellness
Art Therapist, MS, LCAT, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
Rochester, NY 14620
Waitlist for new clients
I utilize somatic techniques, trauma-focused interventions, meditation, spirituality and creative wellness in the therapy process.
Hello, and thank you for taking time to learn about my practice. My name is Courtney and I have been practicing psychotherapy and Creative Arts Therapy for over 20 years. I view the therapy relationship as a collaboration, with my primary role as a guide in creating a safe container for healing, achieving balance & empowerment and developing insight & conscious awareness for a more positive and fulfilling life. My style is that of curiosity, non-judgement and compassion for your experience, while together we cocreate a therapeutic path forward to heal old wounds and evolve into new healthy behaviors and coping abilities.
I utilize somatic techniques, trauma-focused interventions, meditation, spirituality and creative wellness in the therapy process.
Hello, and thank you for taking time to learn about my practice. My name is Courtney and I have been practicing psychotherapy and Creative Arts Therapy for over 20 years. I view the therapy relationship as a collaboration, with my primary role as a guide in creating a safe container for healing, achieving balance & empowerment and developing insight & conscious awareness for a more positive and fulfilling life. My style is that of curiosity, non-judgement and compassion for your experience, while together we cocreate a therapeutic path forward to heal old wounds and evolve into new healthy behaviors and coping abilities.
My therapeutic approach blends its message with training and experience in trauma-informed care, compassion fatigue, Mindfulness-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Emotional Freedom Technique, somatic/biofeedback therapies, end-of-life care, and grief.
Do you have diverse needs and struggle with intimacy and trauma? My journey with spina bifida has deepened my understanding of how inherent challenges shape one’s story and humanity. As your therapist, I’ll provide you with an empathetic and therapeutic experience of support and understanding in an atmosphere of compassion, acceptance, and authenticity. My experience includes working with diverse populations, from those with developmental disabilities, chronic illness, and end-of-life issues to trauma survivors, LGBTQIA+ individuals, BIPOC, and those dealing with substance use.
My therapeutic approach blends its message with training and experience in trauma-informed care, compassion fatigue, Mindfulness-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Emotional Freedom Technique, somatic/biofeedback therapies, end-of-life care, and grief.
Do you have diverse needs and struggle with intimacy and trauma? My journey with spina bifida has deepened my understanding of how inherent challenges shape one’s story and humanity. As your therapist, I’ll provide you with an empathetic and therapeutic experience of support and understanding in an atmosphere of compassion, acceptance, and authenticity. My experience includes working with diverse populations, from those with developmental disabilities, chronic illness, and end-of-life issues to trauma survivors, LGBTQIA+ individuals, BIPOC, and those dealing with substance use.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Rochester, NY 14623 (Online Only)
I draw from modalities such as psychodynamics, somatic work, narrative therapy, and mindfulness.
I believe in community care, liberation, growth, joy, resilience, healing, and justice. We live within various systems and institutions that impact how we navigate our lives in relation to each other. I am here to invite and support you in exploring connections to yourself, your communities, and the world around you. I am passionate about working with intersectional identities of race, gender, sexuality, and neurodivergence and focus around issues of trauma, grief and loss, life transitions, relationships, polyamory/ENM, kink/BDSM, and other alternative lifestyles.
I draw from modalities such as psychodynamics, somatic work, narrative therapy, and mindfulness.
I believe in community care, liberation, growth, joy, resilience, healing, and justice. We live within various systems and institutions that impact how we navigate our lives in relation to each other. I am here to invite and support you in exploring connections to yourself, your communities, and the world around you. I am passionate about working with intersectional identities of race, gender, sexuality, and neurodivergence and focus around issues of trauma, grief and loss, life transitions, relationships, polyamory/ENM, kink/BDSM, and other alternative lifestyles.
I integrate somatic practices, emotion-focused therapy, and psychodynamic techniques to help you process emotions, embrace your authentic self, and create lasting, meaningful change.
Welcome! I provide an affirming space for inner exploration. If you're looking to cultivate emotional awareness, affirm your queer identity, or navigate personal challenges, I'm here to support you. Together, we'll build resilience and emotional well-being. I specialize in helping queer clients address anxiety, trauma, grief, depression, aspects of identity, relationship issues, among other areas of mental, emotional, and spiritual health. Let's work together to foster healing and growth.
I integrate somatic practices, emotion-focused therapy, and psychodynamic techniques to help you process emotions, embrace your authentic self, and create lasting, meaningful change.
Welcome! I provide an affirming space for inner exploration. If you're looking to cultivate emotional awareness, affirm your queer identity, or navigate personal challenges, I'm here to support you. Together, we'll build resilience and emotional well-being. I specialize in helping queer clients address anxiety, trauma, grief, depression, aspects of identity, relationship issues, among other areas of mental, emotional, and spiritual health. Let's work together to foster healing and growth.
I incorporate techniques from Art Therapy, somatic therapies, Internal Family Systems, and Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy.
There are times in most people’s lives when we get stuck in patterns of behavior or feelings that weigh us down and hold us back. During those times, the compassionate support and guidance from a therapist may be what we need to get to the root of what hinders us, work though it, and grow past it.
I incorporate techniques from Art Therapy, somatic therapies, Internal Family Systems, and Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy.
There are times in most people’s lives when we get stuck in patterns of behavior or feelings that weigh us down and hold us back. During those times, the compassionate support and guidance from a therapist may be what we need to get to the root of what hinders us, work though it, and grow past it.
Audrey Amir
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA, RYT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rochester, NY 14607
I am trained in EMDR, IFS, DBT, and focus on various somatic modalities to help downshift the nervous system, shift patterns of held stress, and release trauma stored in the body.
Being a person can be hard. Living a life that best suits you as an individual is a work in progress. Along the way, there are undoubtedly challenges. Sometimes, our experiences leave us confused, overwhelmed, and in need of some support. As a therapist, my role is to help understand where you’ve been, where you’d like to go, and help you get there. It’s possible to move from getting by to feeling you have agency over your own life and choices. I specialize in working with challenging life events such as trauma, major life changes, relationship distress, and chronic illnesses. I also work with C-PTSD and Narcissistic Abuse recovery.
I am trained in EMDR, IFS, DBT, and focus on various somatic modalities to help downshift the nervous system, shift patterns of held stress, and release trauma stored in the body.
Being a person can be hard. Living a life that best suits you as an individual is a work in progress. Along the way, there are undoubtedly challenges. Sometimes, our experiences leave us confused, overwhelmed, and in need of some support. As a therapist, my role is to help understand where you’ve been, where you’d like to go, and help you get there. It’s possible to move from getting by to feeling you have agency over your own life and choices. I specialize in working with challenging life events such as trauma, major life changes, relationship distress, and chronic illnesses. I also work with C-PTSD and Narcissistic Abuse recovery.
Erin Cutrone, LMHC Counselors in Training Page
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rochester, NY 14605 (Online Only)
Welcome! As a therapist for almost 20 years, I understand some of the struggles of insurance and out of pocket rates. If you are looking for more affordable options for mental health, we may have a great option for you. We are currently offering short term, virtual, holistic mental health sessions. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief, trauma, overwhelm, parent challenges, relationships or are interested in mindfulness based and somatic strategies, please reach out and connect to learn how we could support you with our sliding scale rates. Your health and happiness is within reach! Let's connect!
Welcome! As a therapist for almost 20 years, I understand some of the struggles of insurance and out of pocket rates. If you are looking for more affordable options for mental health, we may have a great option for you. We are currently offering short term, virtual, holistic mental health sessions. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief, trauma, overwhelm, parent challenges, relationships or are interested in mindfulness based and somatic strategies, please reach out and connect to learn how we could support you with our sliding scale rates. Your health and happiness is within reach! Let's connect!
I specialize in a wide array of techniques such as dialectic Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Neuro Linguistic Programing (NLP), Somatic Experiencing (SE), Internal Family System (IFS), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Jungian Therapy, Meditation and Mindfulness as well as other ancient Shamanistic practices.
A solution of the past can be the downfall of your present as well. I believe that in order to truly help someone; one must first seek to understand and then to be understood. Treat yourself as if you are someone worth being helped. To succeed in doing so, one must gain a deeper level of self-awareness through connecting the unconscious patterns of today, to the past traumatic events we have experienced. Understanding that the external world is a direct reflection of what is happening in the internal world, your perception can be a deciding factor to a new reality. Your life is what you choose it to be.
I specialize in a wide array of techniques such as dialectic Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Neuro Linguistic Programing (NLP), Somatic Experiencing (SE), Internal Family System (IFS), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Jungian Therapy, Meditation and Mindfulness as well as other ancient Shamanistic practices.
A solution of the past can be the downfall of your present as well. I believe that in order to truly help someone; one must first seek to understand and then to be understood. Treat yourself as if you are someone worth being helped. To succeed in doing so, one must gain a deeper level of self-awareness through connecting the unconscious patterns of today, to the past traumatic events we have experienced. Understanding that the external world is a direct reflection of what is happening in the internal world, your perception can be a deciding factor to a new reality. Your life is what you choose it to be.
I offer Somatic Experiencing (SE) sessions. Do you struggle with the effects of trauma, stress, neglect or injury? Feeling overwhelmed by issues of social justice and the environment? Living with and talking about these things can cause strong reactions in our bodies that deserve their own approach, in addition to psychotherapy. We want to feel comfortable in our skin - able to rest, feel a sense of belonging and confidently stand up for ourselves and others in a balanced way. SE helps clients navigate painful emotions and memories as the related physical sensations gently become more differentiated and take on new meanings.
I offer Somatic Experiencing (SE) sessions. Do you struggle with the effects of trauma, stress, neglect or injury? Feeling overwhelmed by issues of social justice and the environment? Living with and talking about these things can cause strong reactions in our bodies that deserve their own approach, in addition to psychotherapy. We want to feel comfortable in our skin - able to rest, feel a sense of belonging and confidently stand up for ourselves and others in a balanced way. SE helps clients navigate painful emotions and memories as the related physical sensations gently become more differentiated and take on new meanings.
I have extensive training in psychodynamic and evidence-based therapies (ACT, CBT, DBT, EFT, CPT, ERT, somatic).
As a multicultural psychologist, I have listened to and worked with people of all ages, genders, racial-ethnic identities, social class, citizen/immigration status who have struggled with emotions, relationships, traumas, addictions, life transitions, as well as questions around discrimination, identity, and belonging in our increasingly complex and global society.
I have extensive training in psychodynamic and evidence-based therapies (ACT, CBT, DBT, EFT, CPT, ERT, somatic).
As a multicultural psychologist, I have listened to and worked with people of all ages, genders, racial-ethnic identities, social class, citizen/immigration status who have struggled with emotions, relationships, traumas, addictions, life transitions, as well as questions around discrimination, identity, and belonging in our increasingly complex and global society.
Adriana Gulli
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rochester, NY 14627 (Online Only)
I use an integrated trauma-informed approach, incorporating relational, psychodynamic, somatic IFS, & humanistic therapy.
I am a therapist who works with individuals that are hoping to improve their relationship with themselves and with others. I have experience working with individuals across the lifespan experiencing a variety of difficulties such as anxiety disorders and mood disorders. My area of specialty is with clients who have a history of disordered eating patterns, as well as a history of trauma.
I use an integrated trauma-informed approach, incorporating relational, psychodynamic, somatic IFS, & humanistic therapy.
I am a therapist who works with individuals that are hoping to improve their relationship with themselves and with others. I have experience working with individuals across the lifespan experiencing a variety of difficulties such as anxiety disorders and mood disorders. My area of specialty is with clients who have a history of disordered eating patterns, as well as a history of trauma.
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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.