Somatic Therapists in Franklin, TN

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The Therapuetic Studio, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Franklin, TN 37064
If comfortable, we can also combine these interventions with expressive art, sand tray, play therapy, and/or simple somatic based exercises to heal the mind and body.
Life is hard and we are all trying to heal from someone or something. The therapeutic process is the greatest gift you could give yourself or your child. We have one life, we are all learning daily and we are in this together. We have a deep passion for children, adolescents and families who have come from hard places and spaces.
If comfortable, we can also combine these interventions with expressive art, sand tray, play therapy, and/or simple somatic based exercises to heal the mind and body.
Life is hard and we are all trying to heal from someone or something. The therapeutic process is the greatest gift you could give yourself or your child. We have one life, we are all learning daily and we are in this together. We have a deep passion for children, adolescents and families who have come from hard places and spaces.
(615) 488-8860 View (615) 488-8860
New Moon Rising Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Franklin, TN 37067
Accepting New Clients, Flexible Pricing, Evening + Weekends Available. Are you finding it challenging to manage stress or anxiety? Do you feel like you're constantly running on empty, lacking the energy and motivation to truly enjoy life? Or perhaps you're longing for a sense of purpose and fulfillment, but you're not sure where to start? If you're feeling overwhelmed by the demands of daily life, struggling to find balance, or simply seeking a deeper sense of well-being, you're in the right place. Our dynamic team of clinicians utilizes evidence-based approaches including EMDR, Brainspotting, Somatic Experiencing, IFS, and more.
Accepting New Clients, Flexible Pricing, Evening + Weekends Available. Are you finding it challenging to manage stress or anxiety? Do you feel like you're constantly running on empty, lacking the energy and motivation to truly enjoy life? Or perhaps you're longing for a sense of purpose and fulfillment, but you're not sure where to start? If you're feeling overwhelmed by the demands of daily life, struggling to find balance, or simply seeking a deeper sense of well-being, you're in the right place. Our dynamic team of clinicians utilizes evidence-based approaches including EMDR, Brainspotting, Somatic Experiencing, IFS, and more.
(615) 802-5739 View (615) 802-5739
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Peggy Miller Allbritten
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, LPC, MHSP, (temp)
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Franklin, TN 37067
Waitlist for new clients
My approach to therapy is rooted in connection and safety. I believe in the importance of the therapeutic relationship for healing and growth, and I strive to create a safe, accepting space for each of my clients. I approach therapy from a trauma-informed, psychodynamic perspective, exploring with clients how past experiences, attachment, and trauma have impacted them. I believe in the importance of acknowledging the whole self in the healing process, and I often incorporate ideas from Somatic Experiencing, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, playtherapy/expressive arts, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy into counseling.
My approach to therapy is rooted in connection and safety. I believe in the importance of the therapeutic relationship for healing and growth, and I strive to create a safe, accepting space for each of my clients. I approach therapy from a trauma-informed, psychodynamic perspective, exploring with clients how past experiences, attachment, and trauma have impacted them. I believe in the importance of acknowledging the whole self in the healing process, and I often incorporate ideas from Somatic Experiencing, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, playtherapy/expressive arts, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy into counseling.
(615) 551-9398 View (615) 551-9398
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Liz Rainer
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSMFT
Verified Verified
Franklin, TN 37067
I utilize many types of interventions including trauma-informed processing (Brainspotting, IFS), somatic interventions, attachment-based interventions, and research-backed psychoeducation.
Hello! I am a Nashville therapist for adults, adolescents, and couples. I hold a master's degree in marriage and family therapy from Fuller Theological Seminary. I aim to create a safe, nonjudgemental environment where individuals can share all parts of themselves and be met with acceptance and understanding. My style is relational, meaning I desire to create a space to truly listen and engage with clients and work collaboratively as a team. I am comfortable utilizing an integrated approach that synthesizes my Christian values with research based practices if desired.
I utilize many types of interventions including trauma-informed processing (Brainspotting, IFS), somatic interventions, attachment-based interventions, and research-backed psychoeducation.
Hello! I am a Nashville therapist for adults, adolescents, and couples. I hold a master's degree in marriage and family therapy from Fuller Theological Seminary. I aim to create a safe, nonjudgemental environment where individuals can share all parts of themselves and be met with acceptance and understanding. My style is relational, meaning I desire to create a space to truly listen and engage with clients and work collaboratively as a team. I am comfortable utilizing an integrated approach that synthesizes my Christian values with research based practices if desired.
(615) 667-9270 View (615) 667-9270
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Megan Graf Thomas
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP, MA, SEP
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Franklin, TN 37067
My training in Somatic Experiencing and Somatic Attachment Theory provides structure to work with those suffering from psychosomatic symptoms like migraines, nausea, & nightmares.
You know yourself best, and I hope to help guide you in the journey of improving your quality of life. We all need help from an outside perspective from time to time; I create a safe, non-judgmental, environment to help you with your goals. Battling anxiety? Wanting to grow into a more authentic you? Let's work together to meet these struggles head on.
My training in Somatic Experiencing and Somatic Attachment Theory provides structure to work with those suffering from psychosomatic symptoms like migraines, nausea, & nightmares.
You know yourself best, and I hope to help guide you in the journey of improving your quality of life. We all need help from an outside perspective from time to time; I create a safe, non-judgmental, environment to help you with your goals. Battling anxiety? Wanting to grow into a more authentic you? Let's work together to meet these struggles head on.
(615) 488-8736 View (615) 488-8736
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Aaron Byrd
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Franklin, TN 37064
Together with some somatic work, I use these to help you reprocess and navigate issues such as PTSD, anxiety, depression, and even spots in life where you feel stuck.
Are the things that once made you happy no longer making you happy? Have you been through a traumatic experience that left you feeling scared, lonely, or even doubting who you are? Maybe you’ve been through a series of little things that you believe shouldn’t be bothering you, but they are. Have you found yourself on Google trying to figure yourself out only to find article after article about “childhood trauma”? I feel you. You are not alone. Together, I believe we can reduce your suffering, find direction, and feel happiness once again. My office is a safe and affirming space for all LGBTQ+ people.
Together with some somatic work, I use these to help you reprocess and navigate issues such as PTSD, anxiety, depression, and even spots in life where you feel stuck.
Are the things that once made you happy no longer making you happy? Have you been through a traumatic experience that left you feeling scared, lonely, or even doubting who you are? Maybe you’ve been through a series of little things that you believe shouldn’t be bothering you, but they are. Have you found yourself on Google trying to figure yourself out only to find article after article about “childhood trauma”? I feel you. You are not alone. Together, I believe we can reduce your suffering, find direction, and feel happiness once again. My office is a safe and affirming space for all LGBTQ+ people.
(615) 802-6733 View (615) 802-6733
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Brittney Sceals
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
Franklin, TN 37067
I practice through a somatic lens and predominantly use elements of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Embodied Recovery when working with clients.
I am passionate about working with women, teens, and members of the LGBTQ+ community on issues like disordered eating and eating disorders, body image challenges (not only the way we see our bodies, but the way we experience them), people pleasing, perfectionism, anxiety, and depression. Currently, I am practicing with Kimberly Rate (License 4434) as my primary supervisor.
I practice through a somatic lens and predominantly use elements of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Embodied Recovery when working with clients.
I am passionate about working with women, teens, and members of the LGBTQ+ community on issues like disordered eating and eating disorders, body image challenges (not only the way we see our bodies, but the way we experience them), people pleasing, perfectionism, anxiety, and depression. Currently, I am practicing with Kimberly Rate (License 4434) as my primary supervisor.
(615) 552-1983 View (615) 552-1983
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Elizabeth Lee Moore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Franklin, TN 37067
These exercises consist of somatic exercises like movement, yoga poses, Qigong, exercise, walking, nature, and mindfulness.
Worry happens in your mind, stress happens in your body, and anxiety happens in your mind and your body. In small doses, worry, stress and anxiety can be positive forces in our lives. But most of us are too worried, too stressed, and too anxious. How do we manage this worry, stress, and anxiety in a healthy manner? Lee’s strength is building rapport and holding space for her clients by listening and utilizing curiosity to learn about her clients.
These exercises consist of somatic exercises like movement, yoga poses, Qigong, exercise, walking, nature, and mindfulness.
Worry happens in your mind, stress happens in your body, and anxiety happens in your mind and your body. In small doses, worry, stress and anxiety can be positive forces in our lives. But most of us are too worried, too stressed, and too anxious. How do we manage this worry, stress, and anxiety in a healthy manner? Lee’s strength is building rapport and holding space for her clients by listening and utilizing curiosity to learn about her clients.
(615) 703-5063 View (615) 703-5063
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Elizabeth Woods
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, NCC
Verified Verified
Franklin, TN 37067
I work from a somatic orientation, bringing in the foundational belief that repairing our relationships with our bodies is intrinsic to the healing process.
I primarily work with individuals with histories of complex or developmental trauma, as well as acute trauma. I appreciate working with people struggling with or recovering from disordered eating, body images issues, or diet culture. I frequently work with anxiety and worry, and have experience working specifically with health anxiety and panic. I welcome anyone who feels hesitant (or maybe even skeptical!) towards their emotions or therapy; often, our greatest fears and desires are hiding under ambivalence and doubt, and I love treading into those waters with people.
I work from a somatic orientation, bringing in the foundational belief that repairing our relationships with our bodies is intrinsic to the healing process.
I primarily work with individuals with histories of complex or developmental trauma, as well as acute trauma. I appreciate working with people struggling with or recovering from disordered eating, body images issues, or diet culture. I frequently work with anxiety and worry, and have experience working specifically with health anxiety and panic. I welcome anyone who feels hesitant (or maybe even skeptical!) towards their emotions or therapy; often, our greatest fears and desires are hiding under ambivalence and doubt, and I love treading into those waters with people.
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Betsy Coughlin
Pre-Licensed Professional, MEd, MTS
Verified Verified
Franklin, TN 37067
I draw from trauma-informed and somatic-oriented therapeutic approaches and lean heavily on mindfulness.
Hi there, I’m Betsy. I believe that while pain and loss are inescapable facets of the human experience, we can integrate them into the rest of our story when we connect to the safe presence of another. My guiding assumption as a therapist is that you have an inner healing intelligence inside of you, and it’s our collaborative work to cultivate your relationship to them by processing old wounds and gently examining that which no longer serves you as you slowly come to reclaim your whole self. I work with adults who have experienced complex trauma, religious harm and deconstruction, end of life, and grief and loss.
I draw from trauma-informed and somatic-oriented therapeutic approaches and lean heavily on mindfulness.
Hi there, I’m Betsy. I believe that while pain and loss are inescapable facets of the human experience, we can integrate them into the rest of our story when we connect to the safe presence of another. My guiding assumption as a therapist is that you have an inner healing intelligence inside of you, and it’s our collaborative work to cultivate your relationship to them by processing old wounds and gently examining that which no longer serves you as you slowly come to reclaim your whole self. I work with adults who have experienced complex trauma, religious harm and deconstruction, end of life, and grief and loss.
(629) 276-4901 View (629) 276-4901
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Emilie Kadlec
Licensed Professional Counselor, Coach, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Franklin, TN 37065
My training includes a variety of modalities with many tools in my clinical tool belt, but finds it most rewarding when she can employ experiential techniques like breath-work, parts work, and somatic techniques throughout the therapeutic process.
I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) with an undergraduate degree in Sociology and Masters Degree in Clinical Counseling. I have spent the last 14 years working in the mental health field both in private practice as well as part of the clinical team at Onsite workshops.
My training includes a variety of modalities with many tools in my clinical tool belt, but finds it most rewarding when she can employ experiential techniques like breath-work, parts work, and somatic techniques throughout the therapeutic process.
I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) with an undergraduate degree in Sociology and Masters Degree in Clinical Counseling. I have spent the last 14 years working in the mental health field both in private practice as well as part of the clinical team at Onsite workshops.
(629) 249-6718 View (629) 249-6718
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Christi Sidwell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SEP, CPATP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Franklin, TN 37069
Through my experience and training, I approach healing from a holistic perspective and I utilize a variety of interventions including Somatic Experiencing, EMDR, trauma sensitive yoga, CRM, IFS, and Ketamine Assisted Therapy.
I believe that we all deserve support and at the core of personal transformation is a duality of self-compassion and desire for change. As humans we are intrinsically wired for connection, resiliency and healing. However, sometimes there are things from the past or other life stressors that cause us to feel stuck and that healing is out of our reach. I am deeply interested in the mind-body connection and believe reconnecting to our bodies can be incredibly transformational. I work with folks in adolescence and adulthood who are desiring to address trauma, optimal performance, depression, anxiety and life transitions.
Through my experience and training, I approach healing from a holistic perspective and I utilize a variety of interventions including Somatic Experiencing, EMDR, trauma sensitive yoga, CRM, IFS, and Ketamine Assisted Therapy.
I believe that we all deserve support and at the core of personal transformation is a duality of self-compassion and desire for change. As humans we are intrinsically wired for connection, resiliency and healing. However, sometimes there are things from the past or other life stressors that cause us to feel stuck and that healing is out of our reach. I am deeply interested in the mind-body connection and believe reconnecting to our bodies can be incredibly transformational. I work with folks in adolescence and adulthood who are desiring to address trauma, optimal performance, depression, anxiety and life transitions.
(615) 637-3637 View (615) 637-3637
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Eric Bottoms
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCMHSP, EFT, EMDR, CSAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Franklin, TN 37064
EFT, EMDR, Somatic, CSAT, and Attachment theory guide my work.
Do you struggle with sex getting more daily attention than your closest relationships? Maybe a previous infidelity or betrayal continues to plague the relationship? Many of my clients struggle to make sense of emotions, but long to feel safe and connected to friends and family. Despite our best protective strategies, emotional experiences will not be ignored. Over a lifespan, adaptive protective strategies of the past become our prisons. Mal-adaptive in the present, old and helpful strategies of the past form the barriers to trusting safe and connected relationships we all desperately desire.
EFT, EMDR, Somatic, CSAT, and Attachment theory guide my work.
Do you struggle with sex getting more daily attention than your closest relationships? Maybe a previous infidelity or betrayal continues to plague the relationship? Many of my clients struggle to make sense of emotions, but long to feel safe and connected to friends and family. Despite our best protective strategies, emotional experiences will not be ignored. Over a lifespan, adaptive protective strategies of the past become our prisons. Mal-adaptive in the present, old and helpful strategies of the past form the barriers to trusting safe and connected relationships we all desperately desire.
(615) 258-6124 View (615) 258-6124
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Leslie Ann Binch
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Franklin, TN 37065
Talk therapy is not enough. My approach to therapy focuses on combining cognitive and somatic therapies to strengthen connection to self, and reduce the blocks to healing. The goal is to connect to your authenticity, and have the freedom to find positive and affirming ways to enjoy relationships with self and others. The goal is to experience life without shutting down or disconnecting, and/or using destructive behaviors to reduce pain and distress. Attaining the freedom to choose what you want for yourself, begins with taking the first step.
Talk therapy is not enough. My approach to therapy focuses on combining cognitive and somatic therapies to strengthen connection to self, and reduce the blocks to healing. The goal is to connect to your authenticity, and have the freedom to find positive and affirming ways to enjoy relationships with self and others. The goal is to experience life without shutting down or disconnecting, and/or using destructive behaviors to reduce pain and distress. Attaining the freedom to choose what you want for yourself, begins with taking the first step.
(615) 274-4233 View (615) 274-4233
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Kara Guindin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Franklin, TN 37064
In addition, I have completed 3 years of training with the Somatic Experiencing Trauma Institute.
Hi! I'm Kara with Wise Roots Therapy. I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in treating perinatal mental health, complex trauma, mood concerns, & attachment wounds. My clients are often adults who have experienced trauma or are navigating concerns related to depression, anxiety, or interpersonal issues. I also recognize there is a special space needed for exploring pregnancy, infertility, loss, postpartum mood changes, and transitions into parenthood. I utilize a combination of approaches to help process painful experiences, explore new coping strategies, and increase resources to help you heal.
In addition, I have completed 3 years of training with the Somatic Experiencing Trauma Institute.
Hi! I'm Kara with Wise Roots Therapy. I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in treating perinatal mental health, complex trauma, mood concerns, & attachment wounds. My clients are often adults who have experienced trauma or are navigating concerns related to depression, anxiety, or interpersonal issues. I also recognize there is a special space needed for exploring pregnancy, infertility, loss, postpartum mood changes, and transitions into parenthood. I utilize a combination of approaches to help process painful experiences, explore new coping strategies, and increase resources to help you heal.
(615) 551-3950 View (615) 551-3950
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Tammy Meyers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Franklin, TN 37067
Being a human is hard. Things happen that leave us feeling lost and uncertain of what to do with it all. On top of that, we hold a lot of what happens to us in the body, creating a struggle between what we feel and what we know, and wreaking havoc on our ability to function in the here and now. I am passionate about exploring this struggle through the creative arts, somatic work, and talk therapy. Words aren’t always enough, and using a blend of these three approaches opens up a deeper well from within our spirits. From that well, new life springs forth and we connect with our most authentic self.
Being a human is hard. Things happen that leave us feeling lost and uncertain of what to do with it all. On top of that, we hold a lot of what happens to us in the body, creating a struggle between what we feel and what we know, and wreaking havoc on our ability to function in the here and now. I am passionate about exploring this struggle through the creative arts, somatic work, and talk therapy. Words aren’t always enough, and using a blend of these three approaches opens up a deeper well from within our spirits. From that well, new life springs forth and we connect with our most authentic self.
(615) 334-9449 View (615) 334-9449
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J. Suzanne Hagopian
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RYT
Verified Verified
Franklin, TN 37064
I am an Integrative Practitioner. Most clients who work with me are seeking a collaborative effort for wellness: open to mind / body approaches and a healthful path. Clients may be dealing with Anxiety or Depression or Life Transitions or Trauma. You may be working to find peace & purpose in your life. I hope to help you in evaluating and processing internal and external barriers that may prevent you from actualizing authentic-self potential. We will do this work with psychodynamic and somatic principals. We will work together to provide applicable skills for meeting the goals we establish.
I am an Integrative Practitioner. Most clients who work with me are seeking a collaborative effort for wellness: open to mind / body approaches and a healthful path. Clients may be dealing with Anxiety or Depression or Life Transitions or Trauma. You may be working to find peace & purpose in your life. I hope to help you in evaluating and processing internal and external barriers that may prevent you from actualizing authentic-self potential. We will do this work with psychodynamic and somatic principals. We will work together to provide applicable skills for meeting the goals we establish.
(615) 240-5013 View (615) 240-5013
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Robyn Chaffee
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Franklin, TN 37064
Not accepting new clients
I’m trained in Somatic and Attachment Focused EMDR, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Attachment, Self-Regulation and Competency (ARC), Trauma-Focus Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and utilize a variety of somatic, attachment, and parts-based approaches.
Beginning therapy can feel intimidating, but I believe in having therapy be an environment of empowerment, collaboration, and authenticity. My approach is client-centered, eclectic, and we will explore how different systems impacts your experiences. I specialize in trauma/complex trauma, sexual violence/abuse, domestic violence and emotional abuse, chronic pain/illness, depression and other mood disorders, eating disorders/disordered eating, non-traditional relationships, kink, and queer issues. I take an integrative approach to sessions and love to apply many therapeutic modalities to fit each individual client’s needs.
I’m trained in Somatic and Attachment Focused EMDR, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Attachment, Self-Regulation and Competency (ARC), Trauma-Focus Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and utilize a variety of somatic, attachment, and parts-based approaches.
Beginning therapy can feel intimidating, but I believe in having therapy be an environment of empowerment, collaboration, and authenticity. My approach is client-centered, eclectic, and we will explore how different systems impacts your experiences. I specialize in trauma/complex trauma, sexual violence/abuse, domestic violence and emotional abuse, chronic pain/illness, depression and other mood disorders, eating disorders/disordered eating, non-traditional relationships, kink, and queer issues. I take an integrative approach to sessions and love to apply many therapeutic modalities to fit each individual client’s needs.
(615) 909-5277 View (615) 909-5277
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Tori Rogers
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-, MHSP
Verified Verified
Franklin, TN 37065
I incorporate a combination of treatment modalities including EMDR, Trauma Sensitive Yoga, Psychodrama, Somatic Therapy, and Experiential Therapy.
My name is Tori Rogers. I am passionate about helping people move through pain, find empowerment, regulate their nervous systems, and connect to themselves in a more meaningful way. I believe, at times, we all feel like strangers to ourselves. I believe we are already whole and can feel shattered at the same time. I believe that the antidote to shame is self love. I believe that there is no better vehicle to connection to oneself than the natural world. I believe in chasing dreams. I believe that tapping into one’s intuition is the key to empowerment. I believe in holistic healing (which occurs mostly OUTSIDE of the therapy office).
I incorporate a combination of treatment modalities including EMDR, Trauma Sensitive Yoga, Psychodrama, Somatic Therapy, and Experiential Therapy.
My name is Tori Rogers. I am passionate about helping people move through pain, find empowerment, regulate their nervous systems, and connect to themselves in a more meaningful way. I believe, at times, we all feel like strangers to ourselves. I believe we are already whole and can feel shattered at the same time. I believe that the antidote to shame is self love. I believe that there is no better vehicle to connection to oneself than the natural world. I believe in chasing dreams. I believe that tapping into one’s intuition is the key to empowerment. I believe in holistic healing (which occurs mostly OUTSIDE of the therapy office).
(931) 213-7343 View (931) 213-7343
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Rachel Cox
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Franklin, TN 37069
Waitlist for new clients
I integrate skill-building, somatic and attachment-based work as well, as I firmly believe we are holistic creatures requiring holistic care.
Hello! Helping individuals to heal from their pasts and grow into the best version of themselves is something I truly love. Today, we know that trauma settles into our brains and bodies in ways that time cannot fully heal (despite the old adage, “time heals everything”) . Would you like to be more present in your daily life, have a healthier relationship to yourself and others? I would love to work together to help you heal from your past, so that you can live life more fully today.
I integrate skill-building, somatic and attachment-based work as well, as I firmly believe we are holistic creatures requiring holistic care.
Hello! Helping individuals to heal from their pasts and grow into the best version of themselves is something I truly love. Today, we know that trauma settles into our brains and bodies in ways that time cannot fully heal (despite the old adage, “time heals everything”) . Would you like to be more present in your daily life, have a healthier relationship to yourself and others? I would love to work together to help you heal from your past, so that you can live life more fully today.
(865) 328-9538 View (865) 328-9538
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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.