Somatic Therapists in Chico, CA
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I have additional training in Somatic Experiencing.
Life can be difficult. Maybe you are looking for new ideas, support, or you are ready to make some changes in your life. I believe that all of us can change and positive things can happen. I provide a warm and supportive environment that focuses on your needs and goals in life. Together we can develop a treatment plan that will enable you to make the changes you want in life.
I have additional training in Somatic Experiencing.
Life can be difficult. Maybe you are looking for new ideas, support, or you are ready to make some changes in your life. I believe that all of us can change and positive things can happen. I provide a warm and supportive environment that focuses on your needs and goals in life. Together we can develop a treatment plan that will enable you to make the changes you want in life.
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My training is in Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy; somatic and relational psychotherapy; Emotionally Focused Therapy, neuroscience and mind-body wellness.
Are you exhausted and overwhelmed? Do you long for better connection with others? Are you filled with worry, regret or unresolvable grief? Do you struggle to be content and to care for yourself? I am a relational psychotherapist in my third decade of private practice. I have a deeply compassionate presence and you will come to feel seen, safe and understood in our work together. You will experience increasing empathy for yourself and your needs. You will shift unhealthy patterns with relationships, food, alcohol, substances and actions through lifestyle-based interventions and by making inner shifts leading to behavioral changes.
My training is in Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy; somatic and relational psychotherapy; Emotionally Focused Therapy, neuroscience and mind-body wellness.
Are you exhausted and overwhelmed? Do you long for better connection with others? Are you filled with worry, regret or unresolvable grief? Do you struggle to be content and to care for yourself? I am a relational psychotherapist in my third decade of private practice. I have a deeply compassionate presence and you will come to feel seen, safe and understood in our work together. You will experience increasing empathy for yourself and your needs. You will shift unhealthy patterns with relationships, food, alcohol, substances and actions through lifestyle-based interventions and by making inner shifts leading to behavioral changes.
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Josh Stine
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Chico, CA 95928 (Online Only)
In a safe, non judgmental space, I provide research proven techniques like CBT, DBT & somatic therapy to help you renew your sense of wellbeing.
It's a daily struggle to hold it all together. You're feeling out of control or without authority over your own life. Something needs to change. If you are struggling to cope with your current circumstances, past hurts, overwhelming emotions, or difficult relationships, I understand. I help people like you to navigate through these difficult situations by identifying & overcoming unhealthy patterns or coping styles that are keeping you stuck. Together, we'll develop new ways to approach life & make long term, lasting changes so that you can have the life you've always wanted.
In a safe, non judgmental space, I provide research proven techniques like CBT, DBT & somatic therapy to help you renew your sense of wellbeing.
It's a daily struggle to hold it all together. You're feeling out of control or without authority over your own life. Something needs to change. If you are struggling to cope with your current circumstances, past hurts, overwhelming emotions, or difficult relationships, I understand. I help people like you to navigate through these difficult situations by identifying & overcoming unhealthy patterns or coping styles that are keeping you stuck. Together, we'll develop new ways to approach life & make long term, lasting changes so that you can have the life you've always wanted.
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Kimberly Chijiiwa
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chico, CA 95928 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I became a therapist after years of working in the performing arts in New York City. My work continues to be influenced by my trainings in dance and somatic modalities from that time. I describe my therapy style as warm, direct, and open, all housed within a creative sensibility. Folks I work with hold a variety of intersecting identities and bring a wide variety of concerns, stressors, and challenges into session. I work with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, parenting concerns and more.
I became a therapist after years of working in the performing arts in New York City. My work continues to be influenced by my trainings in dance and somatic modalities from that time. I describe my therapy style as warm, direct, and open, all housed within a creative sensibility. Folks I work with hold a variety of intersecting identities and bring a wide variety of concerns, stressors, and challenges into session. I work with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, parenting concerns and more.
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This somatic approach supports a deep level of healing that shifts procedural habits in a unified way.
The body carries the legacy of trauma and attachment dynamics in habits of movement, posture and nervous system regulation that can keep us stuck in the past. Therapeutic engagement doesn't have to be dysregulating and overwhelming. You shouldn't leave a therapy session feeling worse than you did when you showed up. Unfortunately, traditional talk therapies can inadvertently trigger your nervous system into survival mode. If we aren't tracking and recognizing what is happening underneath the words, therapy can feel excruciating, especially if there is a history of trauma at any stage of development.
This somatic approach supports a deep level of healing that shifts procedural habits in a unified way.
The body carries the legacy of trauma and attachment dynamics in habits of movement, posture and nervous system regulation that can keep us stuck in the past. Therapeutic engagement doesn't have to be dysregulating and overwhelming. You shouldn't leave a therapy session feeling worse than you did when you showed up. Unfortunately, traditional talk therapies can inadvertently trigger your nervous system into survival mode. If we aren't tracking and recognizing what is happening underneath the words, therapy can feel excruciating, especially if there is a history of trauma at any stage of development.
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Muria Dilts
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Chico, CA 95928
In a safe & non judgmental space, I provide research proven techniques such as CBT, DBT, Brain-spotting, & somatic therapy to help you build the wholesome life you’re looking for.
Sometimes we feel emotionally numb because of past or present experiences. Maybe the memory of your experiences trigger discomfort, isolation, or thoughts of regret, & you’re tired of being controlled by your past. You want to feel happy & show-up fully for your friends, family, & partner, but you just can’t seem to shake it off enough to be present. I am here to face the struggle with you & to tell you that depression, anxiety & trauma are highly treatable. Reaching out can be scary and unsettling, but you don't have to do it alone.
In a safe & non judgmental space, I provide research proven techniques such as CBT, DBT, Brain-spotting, & somatic therapy to help you build the wholesome life you’re looking for.
Sometimes we feel emotionally numb because of past or present experiences. Maybe the memory of your experiences trigger discomfort, isolation, or thoughts of regret, & you’re tired of being controlled by your past. You want to feel happy & show-up fully for your friends, family, & partner, but you just can’t seem to shake it off enough to be present. I am here to face the struggle with you & to tell you that depression, anxiety & trauma are highly treatable. Reaching out can be scary and unsettling, but you don't have to do it alone.
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Bonnie Lee Eskie
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CHT, CMT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chico, CA 95926
I utilize tools such as Mindfulness, Somatic Awareness, EMDR, EFT, IFS, and Brainspotting, as a means to cope with stress, anxiety, trauma, and depression.
Life can be challenging. Are you feeling depressed, anxious, overwhelmed, and stuck? Would you like life to be more fulfilling, and feel happy, empowered, and satisfied in your close relationships? Would you like to learn communication techniques and stress management skills that really work? Are you interested in transformation. If so I can help. My aim is to help you get quick relief in your life now, and empower you with skills, and tools to discover your innate wisdom, in the face of life challenges. I will help you create the life you want and love the life you live.
I utilize tools such as Mindfulness, Somatic Awareness, EMDR, EFT, IFS, and Brainspotting, as a means to cope with stress, anxiety, trauma, and depression.
Life can be challenging. Are you feeling depressed, anxious, overwhelmed, and stuck? Would you like life to be more fulfilling, and feel happy, empowered, and satisfied in your close relationships? Would you like to learn communication techniques and stress management skills that really work? Are you interested in transformation. If so I can help. My aim is to help you get quick relief in your life now, and empower you with skills, and tools to discover your innate wisdom, in the face of life challenges. I will help you create the life you want and love the life you live.
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Kokoro Counseling Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chico, CA 95928
At Kokoro Counseling Center we help people move through their lives with a greater sense of purpose, meaning, and joy. We partner with our clients to develop treatment goals that target unwanted emotional struggles and behavioral patterns. Upon request, we work with prescribing medical providers for a more promising psychotherapeutic outcome. Our practice integrates various clinical treatment theories that meet a range of client treatment needs. Our center offers an emotionally safe space to heal past trauma and embrace new beginnings. Even in the darkest of places, we can recapture resiliency and joy one step at a time.
At Kokoro Counseling Center we help people move through their lives with a greater sense of purpose, meaning, and joy. We partner with our clients to develop treatment goals that target unwanted emotional struggles and behavioral patterns. Upon request, we work with prescribing medical providers for a more promising psychotherapeutic outcome. Our practice integrates various clinical treatment theories that meet a range of client treatment needs. Our center offers an emotionally safe space to heal past trauma and embrace new beginnings. Even in the darkest of places, we can recapture resiliency and joy one step at a time.
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Cindy Paxton
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Chico, CA 95928 (Online Only)
As human beings we can develop painful, dysfunctional habits that keep us from connecting fully to self and others. At those times an objective therapist using a variety of approaches can help reconnect with self and others in healthier, more collaborative ways. I know that strong, collaborative interpersonal relationships provide the healing force for our emotional wounds and other stressors. Target populations: couples, children and teens struggling with life situations, Gender Identity and transitions; firefighters and police officers experiencing acute and chronic stress related symptoms at work and home.
As human beings we can develop painful, dysfunctional habits that keep us from connecting fully to self and others. At those times an objective therapist using a variety of approaches can help reconnect with self and others in healthier, more collaborative ways. I know that strong, collaborative interpersonal relationships provide the healing force for our emotional wounds and other stressors. Target populations: couples, children and teens struggling with life situations, Gender Identity and transitions; firefighters and police officers experiencing acute and chronic stress related symptoms at work and home.
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I believe that all individuals possess the ability to bring about the change they desire. Together, through therapeutic exploration, we will explore new and productive ways to help you develop coping and communication skills to attain your life goals. My work is guided by solution focused therapy and other collaborative therapies so that you and I work together to find the solutions to make your life more fulfilling. I provide a non-judgmental, safe environment or "container" where you can build on strengths and ultimately lead a more satisfying life.
I believe that all individuals possess the ability to bring about the change they desire. Together, through therapeutic exploration, we will explore new and productive ways to help you develop coping and communication skills to attain your life goals. My work is guided by solution focused therapy and other collaborative therapies so that you and I work together to find the solutions to make your life more fulfilling. I provide a non-judgmental, safe environment or "container" where you can build on strengths and ultimately lead a more satisfying life.
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Emily Lynch
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Chico, CA 95928
We try to live lives that make sense & matter to us, but life changes can make you question who you are, your expectations for the future, & your relationships. Are you ready to experience a new sense of well-being, dignity & empowerment? If so, I can help. You've already taken the hardest step toward feeling better; reaching out. I use a compassionate, yet direct approach to help clients gain insight into patterns that have them feeling "stuck". I use evidence-based approaches, such as CBT & Solution Focused Therapy, so you can make the long-term behavior changes that will put you on the right track.
We try to live lives that make sense & matter to us, but life changes can make you question who you are, your expectations for the future, & your relationships. Are you ready to experience a new sense of well-being, dignity & empowerment? If so, I can help. You've already taken the hardest step toward feeling better; reaching out. I use a compassionate, yet direct approach to help clients gain insight into patterns that have them feeling "stuck". I use evidence-based approaches, such as CBT & Solution Focused Therapy, so you can make the long-term behavior changes that will put you on the right track.
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I know how challenging life can be, how difficult it is to reach out during tough times and let another person into your struggles, pain, and story. But letting safe people into your life is necessary for healing, because we are not meant to navigate this life alone. It takes time to heal, and it takes support and effort on the journey. But an environment with a compassionate and trained confidant, makes all the difference. You can create the life you are hoping for! Together, we will create a safe place to help you process your pain & create a more joy filled future.
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Lena Lange-Kram
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Chico, CA 95928
You’re Asking Yourself When Things Changed, & What Caused It. If you look in a mirror & feel like you don’t recognize the person looking back at you… Maybe you vaguely remember the last time you were happy, & everything was going right, but you don’t know how to get back there– You're not alone. We have all been there at one point or another in our lives. But, I believe that You Have The Power To Be The Person You Want To Become. In every session you’ll experience a safe space where you, or your child, can unpack life’s troubles, in the journey of finding freedom, healing, and wholeness. Together, we can get your life back on track.
You’re Asking Yourself When Things Changed, & What Caused It. If you look in a mirror & feel like you don’t recognize the person looking back at you… Maybe you vaguely remember the last time you were happy, & everything was going right, but you don’t know how to get back there– You're not alone. We have all been there at one point or another in our lives. But, I believe that You Have The Power To Be The Person You Want To Become. In every session you’ll experience a safe space where you, or your child, can unpack life’s troubles, in the journey of finding freedom, healing, and wholeness. Together, we can get your life back on track.
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Invest in yourself by taking the opportunity to heal as a whole: mind/body/spirit. Holistic psychotherapy combines ancient wisdom with modern psychology and science. I believe in down-to-earth humor, client inner wisdom, and an eclectic bunch of powerhouse therapy tools to accelerate healing without it feeling so overwhelming. My office is warm, comfortable and casual, as is my vibe. I am currently taking adults and older teens struggling with; chronic/ acute pain, difficult life transitions/ changes, trauma (large or small, past or current), grief, sadness, anxiety, phobias, depression and more!
Invest in yourself by taking the opportunity to heal as a whole: mind/body/spirit. Holistic psychotherapy combines ancient wisdom with modern psychology and science. I believe in down-to-earth humor, client inner wisdom, and an eclectic bunch of powerhouse therapy tools to accelerate healing without it feeling so overwhelming. My office is warm, comfortable and casual, as is my vibe. I am currently taking adults and older teens struggling with; chronic/ acute pain, difficult life transitions/ changes, trauma (large or small, past or current), grief, sadness, anxiety, phobias, depression and more!
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I enjoy working with clients that are interested in living their best life possible by working through the challenges that have kept them from feeling whole and emotionally healthy. I work with issues of personal growth and health & wellness by helping to clear the challenges of trauma that come from violence, disturbing memories, medical challenges, anger, addictions, stress, anxiety & panic attacks, complicated grief, eating struggles and communication. I like to deal with the whole person which includes healthy habits, communication and their relationship to others. I work with individuals and couples.
I enjoy working with clients that are interested in living their best life possible by working through the challenges that have kept them from feeling whole and emotionally healthy. I work with issues of personal growth and health & wellness by helping to clear the challenges of trauma that come from violence, disturbing memories, medical challenges, anger, addictions, stress, anxiety & panic attacks, complicated grief, eating struggles and communication. I like to deal with the whole person which includes healthy habits, communication and their relationship to others. I work with individuals and couples.
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Hello there! My name is Nancy L. Neidhardt and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Are Anxiety/Depression showing up more often than you feel able to handle? Sometimes life presents us with challenges that either seem insurmountable or are just better tackled with someone by our side. I would like to be that person. I absolutely love working with people of all ages, especially elders, families, and couples . My biggest strength as a counselor is that I am in awe with each and every life story I am told, and feel honored when clients trust me on their healing journey. I hope you will embark on yours with me!
Hello there! My name is Nancy L. Neidhardt and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Are Anxiety/Depression showing up more often than you feel able to handle? Sometimes life presents us with challenges that either seem insurmountable or are just better tackled with someone by our side. I would like to be that person. I absolutely love working with people of all ages, especially elders, families, and couples . My biggest strength as a counselor is that I am in awe with each and every life story I am told, and feel honored when clients trust me on their healing journey. I hope you will embark on yours with me!
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Carol Marie Seigler
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Chico, CA 95926 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Have you experienced a traumatic event that you feel holds you back from the life you so desperately want to live? Do unwanted thoughts and memories prevent you from feeling like you can live a normal and happy life? If you are living with traumatic events from your past, ranging from insult, abuse, humiliation, violence, attachment wounds, or even subtle disappointments, therapy could be a safe space to address these injuries. Through a collaborative approach and taking into account the mind & body, I join my clients on a journey of exploration, growth, and healing.
Have you experienced a traumatic event that you feel holds you back from the life you so desperately want to live? Do unwanted thoughts and memories prevent you from feeling like you can live a normal and happy life? If you are living with traumatic events from your past, ranging from insult, abuse, humiliation, violence, attachment wounds, or even subtle disappointments, therapy could be a safe space to address these injuries. Through a collaborative approach and taking into account the mind & body, I join my clients on a journey of exploration, growth, and healing.
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Hello, I’m Jennifer! My name is Jennifer Cowley. I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Butte County, California, working with clients statewide via telehealth. I have a passion for helping individuals navigate life’s challenges. I enjoy working with adults 18-65 specializing in anxiety, stress, perinatal disorders, grief and loss, depression, mood disorders, and trauma.
Hello, I’m Jennifer! My name is Jennifer Cowley. I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Butte County, California, working with clients statewide via telehealth. I have a passion for helping individuals navigate life’s challenges. I enjoy working with adults 18-65 specializing in anxiety, stress, perinatal disorders, grief and loss, depression, mood disorders, and trauma.
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Charissa (Chrissy) Graham
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Chico, CA 95926 (Online Only)
Now Accepting New Clients! Therapy can be a safe way to process difficult emotions, past wounds, and life changes. I have experienced trauma, grief, relationship struggles, and unhealthy coping mechanisms myself so I work from a place of non-judgement and compassion. I believe people are doing the best they can with what they have and what they know. Together, we can help you heal and grow into your best self.
Now Accepting New Clients! Therapy can be a safe way to process difficult emotions, past wounds, and life changes. I have experienced trauma, grief, relationship struggles, and unhealthy coping mechanisms myself so I work from a place of non-judgement and compassion. I believe people are doing the best they can with what they have and what they know. Together, we can help you heal and grow into your best self.
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At Tula Therapy, we are committed to providing comprehensive and compassionate mental health care to individuals, couples, and families. Our diverse team of experienced therapists brings together a wide range of specialties and therapeutic approaches, ensuring that we can meet the unique needs of each client. At Tula, we believe in a holistic and client-centered approach to therapy. We understand that each person is unique, and we tailor our treatment plans to fit your specific needs and goals.
At Tula Therapy, we are committed to providing comprehensive and compassionate mental health care to individuals, couples, and families. Our diverse team of experienced therapists brings together a wide range of specialties and therapeutic approaches, ensuring that we can meet the unique needs of each client. At Tula, we believe in a holistic and client-centered approach to therapy. We understand that each person is unique, and we tailor our treatment plans to fit your specific needs and goals.
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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.