Somatic Therapists in Flower Mound, TX

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Mindful Path Counseling & Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Flower Mound, TX 75028
We offer EMDR, Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused, Somatic therapy ( Somatic Experiencing), couples therapy, Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy, trauma-informed yoga, grief yoga, equine facilitated psychotherapy & more.
Embrace your journey and create your own path forward. We're a holistic psychotherapy center of encouraging, expert therapists that help you achieve your goals for mind, body & spiritual wellness. Now accepting new clients for individual, couples & family therapy. If you'd like to be more resilient in the face of stress, trauma, & relationships-we got you! We walk alongside you on your path to healing in a collaborative, empowered way. Individuals, couples & families can heal the past for a brighter future.
We offer EMDR, Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused, Somatic therapy ( Somatic Experiencing), couples therapy, Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy, trauma-informed yoga, grief yoga, equine facilitated psychotherapy & more.
Embrace your journey and create your own path forward. We're a holistic psychotherapy center of encouraging, expert therapists that help you achieve your goals for mind, body & spiritual wellness. Now accepting new clients for individual, couples & family therapy. If you'd like to be more resilient in the face of stress, trauma, & relationships-we got you! We walk alongside you on your path to healing in a collaborative, empowered way. Individuals, couples & families can heal the past for a brighter future.
(214) 239-9166 View (214) 239-9166
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Jena Johnson Sternberg
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Flower Mound, TX 75028
Jena is trained in somatic and attachment focused EMDR therapy (The SAFE Approach) through the Personal Transformation Institute (PTI).
Jena offers an integrative counseling style that goes beyond traditional therapy. One will likely instantly feel comfort as a result of her warmth and authenticity. She provides a compassionate and supportive environment that fosters growth and healing. Jena has experience working with individuals who suffer with depression, anxiety, communication issues, women’s issues, chronic pain and trauma.
Jena is trained in somatic and attachment focused EMDR therapy (The SAFE Approach) through the Personal Transformation Institute (PTI).
Jena offers an integrative counseling style that goes beyond traditional therapy. One will likely instantly feel comfort as a result of her warmth and authenticity. She provides a compassionate and supportive environment that fosters growth and healing. Jena has experience working with individuals who suffer with depression, anxiety, communication issues, women’s issues, chronic pain and trauma.
(469) 415-0871 View (469) 415-0871
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Carla Ervin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Flower Mound, TX 75028
As a student of Somatic Experiencing, I assist clients with body awareness techniques that allow for the release of painful emotions that have contributed to feelings of being stuck, or out of control.
Mental health challenges can occur when past or current events become too overwhelming, or when our own emotional state seems as though it is out of our control. When we are living too much in the future, or too much in the past, and not enough time is spent in the present, our system (mind and body) can either become over-reactive, or cause us to shut down. This can lead us to feeling stuck, and disconnected from ourselves and the world around us, as though we are just going through the motions of everyday life. When we tune into the messages of our body, we can begin to feel more connected to self and others.
As a student of Somatic Experiencing, I assist clients with body awareness techniques that allow for the release of painful emotions that have contributed to feelings of being stuck, or out of control.
Mental health challenges can occur when past or current events become too overwhelming, or when our own emotional state seems as though it is out of our control. When we are living too much in the future, or too much in the past, and not enough time is spent in the present, our system (mind and body) can either become over-reactive, or cause us to shut down. This can lead us to feeling stuck, and disconnected from ourselves and the world around us, as though we are just going through the motions of everyday life. When we tune into the messages of our body, we can begin to feel more connected to self and others.
(469) 489-5751 View (469) 489-5751
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Adriana Quintero
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Flower Mound, TX 75022
I specialize in working with couples, families, and individuals who are navigating a range of mental health issues, including depression, anxiety, eating disorders, self-sabotage, internal and external conflict, and the complexities of blending and changing families. I believe in the transformative power of therapy to help people embrace change and find wholeness. With extensive experience in somatic work and a deep understanding of relational dynamics, I aim to create a safe and nurturing environment. Together, we will uncover the underlying issues that may be holding you back and develop strategies to help you move forward.
I specialize in working with couples, families, and individuals who are navigating a range of mental health issues, including depression, anxiety, eating disorders, self-sabotage, internal and external conflict, and the complexities of blending and changing families. I believe in the transformative power of therapy to help people embrace change and find wholeness. With extensive experience in somatic work and a deep understanding of relational dynamics, I aim to create a safe and nurturing environment. Together, we will uncover the underlying issues that may be holding you back and develop strategies to help you move forward.
(682) 688-3326 View (682) 688-3326
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Ben C Salicco
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Flower Mound, TX 75022
Ben also incorporates Somatic Experiencing® into his practice as he is a SE practitioner in training.
Maintaining relationships, managing a family, keeping friends and regulate your emotions may feel impossible at times. Learning skills and strategies to help regulate your emotions can be done with a counselor. Ben has experience helping individuals and couples find balance and peace in their lives through assisting with identifying meaning and articulating goals. You don't have to be a prisoner of your emotional life forever. There is hope!! Finding peace in difficult situations is possible. If you are struggling with emotional problems there is likely a solution, don't suffer alone. visit www.bensalicco.com
Ben also incorporates Somatic Experiencing® into his practice as he is a SE practitioner in training.
Maintaining relationships, managing a family, keeping friends and regulate your emotions may feel impossible at times. Learning skills and strategies to help regulate your emotions can be done with a counselor. Ben has experience helping individuals and couples find balance and peace in their lives through assisting with identifying meaning and articulating goals. You don't have to be a prisoner of your emotional life forever. There is hope!! Finding peace in difficult situations is possible. If you are struggling with emotional problems there is likely a solution, don't suffer alone. visit www.bensalicco.com
(682) 970-6903 View (682) 970-6903
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Luis Perez
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCDC, SEP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Flower Mound, TX 75022
Pacing is critical, as we need time to integrate the Somatic cues to help those feeling stuck finally move forward.
We all are capable of living happy and healthy lives. Over the years, I have supported the diverse needs of my clients through the strength of the therapeutic relationship, nurturing the trust and acceptance required for positive change. I consider it an honor to embark on this journey with you, respecting your experience as it has provided a foundation for healing. I would like to help guide you in discovering personal balance and individualized self-worth, as we work to reveal the seemingly lost or hidden strengths buried within.
Pacing is critical, as we need time to integrate the Somatic cues to help those feeling stuck finally move forward.
We all are capable of living happy and healthy lives. Over the years, I have supported the diverse needs of my clients through the strength of the therapeutic relationship, nurturing the trust and acceptance required for positive change. I consider it an honor to embark on this journey with you, respecting your experience as it has provided a foundation for healing. I would like to help guide you in discovering personal balance and individualized self-worth, as we work to reveal the seemingly lost or hidden strengths buried within.
(469) 654-4729 View (469) 654-4729
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Dawn Moncrief
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Flower Mound, TX 75028  (Online Only)
Life sometimes makes a dramatic turn from what you expected. Now you must navigate a world you don't understand and you didn't ask for. I walk with you following your own or a loved one's chronic illness or devastating health diagnosis, provide support to caregivers and to anyone facing end-of-life, and to you when you are grieving a loss.
Life sometimes makes a dramatic turn from what you expected. Now you must navigate a world you don't understand and you didn't ask for. I walk with you following your own or a loved one's chronic illness or devastating health diagnosis, provide support to caregivers and to anyone facing end-of-life, and to you when you are grieving a loss.
(972) 928-0556 View (972) 928-0556
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Tricia Gagnon
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, EMDR, RYT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Flower Mound, TX 75028
Let's collaborate together to reach your goals for healing and emotional wellness. I am a compassionate, non-judgmental therapist with 25+ years experience. I'm honored to work with adults, helping professionals and healers on their own blocks, traumas & wellness. I am Certified in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing) for trauma healing. We can also incorporate trauma-informed yoga to build resiliency and relaxation, as well as IFS (Internal Family Systems) in your therapy. I'm also accepting new clients for deep healing with Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) and EMDR Intensives.
Let's collaborate together to reach your goals for healing and emotional wellness. I am a compassionate, non-judgmental therapist with 25+ years experience. I'm honored to work with adults, helping professionals and healers on their own blocks, traumas & wellness. I am Certified in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing) for trauma healing. We can also incorporate trauma-informed yoga to build resiliency and relaxation, as well as IFS (Internal Family Systems) in your therapy. I'm also accepting new clients for deep healing with Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) and EMDR Intensives.
(469) 464-9967 View (469) 464-9967
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Vanessa Palomera
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Flower Mound, TX 75022  (Online Only)
If you are neurodivergent (have ADHD, ASD, C-PTSD, SPD etc.) and want to work with someone who truly understands, I'm the right therapist for you. I know the struggle of feeling overstimulated, overloaded, and overwhelmed. Maybe you have often felt misunderstood and unsupported. It's likely you have been through adverse childhood experiences that have continued to affect you. Maybe life has felt more challenging for you than for others. You're not alone. You just need someone who gets it and has the right tools for you.
If you are neurodivergent (have ADHD, ASD, C-PTSD, SPD etc.) and want to work with someone who truly understands, I'm the right therapist for you. I know the struggle of feeling overstimulated, overloaded, and overwhelmed. Maybe you have often felt misunderstood and unsupported. It's likely you have been through adverse childhood experiences that have continued to affect you. Maybe life has felt more challenging for you than for others. You're not alone. You just need someone who gets it and has the right tools for you.
(682) 628-0239 View (682) 628-0239
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Michael Webb
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Flower Mound, TX 75028
I have gradually centered my work around people dealing with trauma, addiction, attachment struggles and OCD because I identify with the experience and have experienced healing myself. Complex trauma, attachment difficulties, addiction and OCD often cause chronic emotional disregulation. The attention grabbing power of the past or the future remove connection with the present and the people in it. Additionally, persistent negative beliefs about oneself, God or others make progress feel too hard or a fleeting and disappointing experience. Helping people find freedom and start living is the passion that fuels my work.
I have gradually centered my work around people dealing with trauma, addiction, attachment struggles and OCD because I identify with the experience and have experienced healing myself. Complex trauma, attachment difficulties, addiction and OCD often cause chronic emotional disregulation. The attention grabbing power of the past or the future remove connection with the present and the people in it. Additionally, persistent negative beliefs about oneself, God or others make progress feel too hard or a fleeting and disappointing experience. Helping people find freedom and start living is the passion that fuels my work.
(817) 932-7413 View (817) 932-7413
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Melissa Cooper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCDC, EMDR
Verified Verified
Flower Mound, TX 75028
Do you want skills to understand what thoughts and feelings pitch you into anxiety, and how your beliefs and statements about yourself contribute to the problems you are experiencing? Would you benefit from changing your perspective by increasing awareness of your thoughts and feelings? Through our work together, you'll achieve awareness of the things you've been telling yourself and learn whether or not those things are true. You'll become skilled at learning to process your emotions and establish healthier behaviors. These changes can calm down physical symptoms of stress, improve your mood, and gain a balanced outlook on life.
Do you want skills to understand what thoughts and feelings pitch you into anxiety, and how your beliefs and statements about yourself contribute to the problems you are experiencing? Would you benefit from changing your perspective by increasing awareness of your thoughts and feelings? Through our work together, you'll achieve awareness of the things you've been telling yourself and learn whether or not those things are true. You'll become skilled at learning to process your emotions and establish healthier behaviors. These changes can calm down physical symptoms of stress, improve your mood, and gain a balanced outlook on life.
(940) 294-7395 View (940) 294-7395
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Laura Beaver
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Flower Mound, TX 75028
Nearly every aspect of your life can be summarized in a spreadsheet monitoring its growth trajectory. Your internal drive has been your greatest asset, achieving goal after goal. Yet you feel empty. You have a place in society, going to the fundraisers, joining the clubs, and rubbing elbows with the top people in your industry. It's not enough. Your quest to reach the next bonus bracket, climb the Peloton ranking, and get your home organization just right still leaves you longing for more. You thought success would feel different.
Nearly every aspect of your life can be summarized in a spreadsheet monitoring its growth trajectory. Your internal drive has been your greatest asset, achieving goal after goal. Yet you feel empty. You have a place in society, going to the fundraisers, joining the clubs, and rubbing elbows with the top people in your industry. It's not enough. Your quest to reach the next bonus bracket, climb the Peloton ranking, and get your home organization just right still leaves you longing for more. You thought success would feel different.
(469) 382-3956 View (469) 382-3956
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Firefly Counseling & Consulting, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Flower Mound, TX 75028
Hello! My name is Allison, LPC-S. I am the owner of Firefly and a licensed professional counselor Supervisor in Texas with experience in various settings working with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, grief and loss, trauma, and abuse (physical, emotional, sexual), family conflicts, self-harm, PTSD, career challenges, and personality awareness. We have multiple LPC associates with amazing credentials who love working with all ages and couples and are all trained in EMDR. Click on our website at www.fireflycandc.com to learn about the other clinicians at Firefly Counseling.
Hello! My name is Allison, LPC-S. I am the owner of Firefly and a licensed professional counselor Supervisor in Texas with experience in various settings working with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, grief and loss, trauma, and abuse (physical, emotional, sexual), family conflicts, self-harm, PTSD, career challenges, and personality awareness. We have multiple LPC associates with amazing credentials who love working with all ages and couples and are all trained in EMDR. Click on our website at www.fireflycandc.com to learn about the other clinicians at Firefly Counseling.
(254) 457-4086 View (254) 457-4086
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Priya Kaur Tahim
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Flower Mound, TX 75022
Therapy can be an intimidating process, and my goal is to provide an open, safe environment to help instill support, understanding and empowerment throughout your therapeutic journey. Whether you’re looking to build confidence as an individual or within your relationship, together we can build the tools you need to succeed. I believe in fostering hope and creating a safe space for individuals/couples/families to process, as well as find healthy solutions.My passion is helping others find confidence within themselves, and/or within relationships.
Therapy can be an intimidating process, and my goal is to provide an open, safe environment to help instill support, understanding and empowerment throughout your therapeutic journey. Whether you’re looking to build confidence as an individual or within your relationship, together we can build the tools you need to succeed. I believe in fostering hope and creating a safe space for individuals/couples/families to process, as well as find healthy solutions.My passion is helping others find confidence within themselves, and/or within relationships.
(682) 297-4240 View (682) 297-4240
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Holistic Psychotherapy & Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CMNCS
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Flower Mound, TX 75028  (Online Only)
Are you ready to take control back, heal yourself, and live your life to your fullest potential? I work with clients seeking natural solutions for anxiety, depression, stress, post partum, and ADHD. I focus on managing stress, balancing hormones, stabilizing mood, improving sleep, and enhancing self-image. Using NLP, MER, Mindfulness, Breathwork, and talk therapy, I help clients address underlying causes rather than just treating symptoms, to improve communication, balance their nervous system, and achieve lasting mental and emotional well-being. I embrace holistic approaches over Western medicine for effective and lasting results.
Are you ready to take control back, heal yourself, and live your life to your fullest potential? I work with clients seeking natural solutions for anxiety, depression, stress, post partum, and ADHD. I focus on managing stress, balancing hormones, stabilizing mood, improving sleep, and enhancing self-image. Using NLP, MER, Mindfulness, Breathwork, and talk therapy, I help clients address underlying causes rather than just treating symptoms, to improve communication, balance their nervous system, and achieve lasting mental and emotional well-being. I embrace holistic approaches over Western medicine for effective and lasting results.
(940) 514-8540 View (940) 514-8540
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Jessica Tovar
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Flower Mound, TX 75022
I commend you for your courage to reach out for help! Life can be so hard, and there's no reason to walk it out alone. I provide trauma-informed care and a holistic approach to therapy that values the mind, body, and spirit connection. I am trained in Brainspotting, I'm a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, and I'm a Certified Prepare/Enrich facilitator. I work with adults and adolescents on a variety of issues, such as trauma, anxiety, grief, spiritual issues and inner healing, depression, and life changes.
I commend you for your courage to reach out for help! Life can be so hard, and there's no reason to walk it out alone. I provide trauma-informed care and a holistic approach to therapy that values the mind, body, and spirit connection. I am trained in Brainspotting, I'm a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, and I'm a Certified Prepare/Enrich facilitator. I work with adults and adolescents on a variety of issues, such as trauma, anxiety, grief, spiritual issues and inner healing, depression, and life changes.
(972) 426-9456 View (972) 426-9456
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Shirin Tavakol
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Flower Mound, TX 75028  (Online Only)
Life is complex, and we need support to overcome our challenges. My calming and supportive presence allows a safe environment for my clients to express their thoughts and feelings freely without any judgment. Once the therapeutic relationships are established, I will guide my clients toward their goals by gaining insights, changing their narratives, and getting connected to their internal resources. I firmly believe that therapy is not a "quick fix," Creating a lasting change involves a deeper exploration of issues and a commitment to work on self.
Life is complex, and we need support to overcome our challenges. My calming and supportive presence allows a safe environment for my clients to express their thoughts and feelings freely without any judgment. Once the therapeutic relationships are established, I will guide my clients toward their goals by gaining insights, changing their narratives, and getting connected to their internal resources. I firmly believe that therapy is not a "quick fix," Creating a lasting change involves a deeper exploration of issues and a commitment to work on self.
(972) 848-9814 View (972) 848-9814
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Taylor Daniel
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, RPT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Flower Mound, TX 75028
You’re a parent feeling overwhelmed by your child’s intense emotions or behaviors, unsure of how to support their autism, ADHD, or sensory needs. Or maybe you’re an adult, navigating life with neurodivergence, feeling misunderstood or disconnected. You need someone who "gets it," who can help you understand the "why" behind behaviors and provide tools that actually work. Your goal is to embrace your or your child’s uniqueness, reduce stress, and create a sense of peace and understanding at home or within yourself. You want guidance from someone with lived experience who can empower you with lasting solutions.
You’re a parent feeling overwhelmed by your child’s intense emotions or behaviors, unsure of how to support their autism, ADHD, or sensory needs. Or maybe you’re an adult, navigating life with neurodivergence, feeling misunderstood or disconnected. You need someone who "gets it," who can help you understand the "why" behind behaviors and provide tools that actually work. Your goal is to embrace your or your child’s uniqueness, reduce stress, and create a sense of peace and understanding at home or within yourself. You want guidance from someone with lived experience who can empower you with lasting solutions.
(469) 290-3824 View (469) 290-3824
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Callie Manea
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFT-A, CCPS, ACCRS-A, C-DGS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Flower Mound, TX 75028
Now accepting new clients for couple's counseling! Hi, I'm Callie and here's a little about how I work with clients. I believe there are no free passes to skip out on the struggle that comes with being human. I also believe joy can be found in building self-trust and confidence, creating safe and satisfying relationships, and finding where you thrive in living a more whole, authentic life. I believe my clients have what they need within to figure out their problems - my role is to help sort through and put together the roadmap for moving forward.
Now accepting new clients for couple's counseling! Hi, I'm Callie and here's a little about how I work with clients. I believe there are no free passes to skip out on the struggle that comes with being human. I also believe joy can be found in building self-trust and confidence, creating safe and satisfying relationships, and finding where you thrive in living a more whole, authentic life. I believe my clients have what they need within to figure out their problems - my role is to help sort through and put together the roadmap for moving forward.
(940) 748-1513 View (940) 748-1513
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Deisy Ybarra
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, RPT-S, EMDR CT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Flower Mound, TX 75028
Parents, what is you relationship with your children/teen like? Is it stressful? Parenting stress is something we don't often talk about. We might feel guilty for not always enjoying every aspect of parenting. I work with families who might be struggling with family stressors. Parents seek me out to help their child or teens who struggle with anxiety, depression, behavioral changes. My approach is different than other child therapist because I involve the parents in every step of the process and encourage them to be the parents that they want to be. It is hard to see your child suffer. I'm here to help.
Parents, what is you relationship with your children/teen like? Is it stressful? Parenting stress is something we don't often talk about. We might feel guilty for not always enjoying every aspect of parenting. I work with families who might be struggling with family stressors. Parents seek me out to help their child or teens who struggle with anxiety, depression, behavioral changes. My approach is different than other child therapist because I involve the parents in every step of the process and encourage them to be the parents that they want to be. It is hard to see your child suffer. I'm here to help.
(817) 242-5591 View (817) 242-5591
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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.