Somatic Therapists in Lummi Island, WA
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Sally Plank
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICASW
Verified Verified
Bellingham, WA 98225 (Online Only)
I customize the therapeutic approach for each client based on their needs, desires and unique makeup drawing from Somatic Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Internal Family Systems, Breathwork, Bio-energetics, Yoga and more.
Feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, anxious or disconnected? You’re not alone. Each and everyone of us has our own stories and lived experiences of pain, trauma, disconnection. Life’s challenges can be overwhelming and it is crucial to have the support you need to navigate life. My approach is person-centered, trauma-informed, and body-led. Healing is a journey, and I will meet you on the path exactly where you are with compassion and non-judgement. Together I join with you on the path toward your healing and fulfillment and together we embrace the messiness of the human experience where you are free to explore what is alive for you.
I customize the therapeutic approach for each client based on their needs, desires and unique makeup drawing from Somatic Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Internal Family Systems, Breathwork, Bio-energetics, Yoga and more.
Feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, anxious or disconnected? You’re not alone. Each and everyone of us has our own stories and lived experiences of pain, trauma, disconnection. Life’s challenges can be overwhelming and it is crucial to have the support you need to navigate life. My approach is person-centered, trauma-informed, and body-led. Healing is a journey, and I will meet you on the path exactly where you are with compassion and non-judgement. Together I join with you on the path toward your healing and fulfillment and together we embrace the messiness of the human experience where you are free to explore what is alive for you.
In addition to offering psychotherapy, I am a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, and when indicated, I offer Kathy Kain's touch work in my practice.
When we can trust who we are and experience a sense of safety within us, regardless of what shows up to challenge us in the outside world, we begin opening to life in a way that offers us true joy and peace. Your body has the inherent wisdom needed for that kind of healing. I work with women and non-binary folx, and fit best with those seeking something different from traditional talk therapy. I provide an empathic and safe environment in which clients who seek to understand themselves further can explore who they are, free from judgment or criticism, and expand their capacity to tolerate difficulties they may encounter.
In addition to offering psychotherapy, I am a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, and when indicated, I offer Kathy Kain's touch work in my practice.
When we can trust who we are and experience a sense of safety within us, regardless of what shows up to challenge us in the outside world, we begin opening to life in a way that offers us true joy and peace. Your body has the inherent wisdom needed for that kind of healing. I work with women and non-binary folx, and fit best with those seeking something different from traditional talk therapy. I provide an empathic and safe environment in which clients who seek to understand themselves further can explore who they are, free from judgment or criticism, and expand their capacity to tolerate difficulties they may encounter.
Bailey D S Cheshire
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Bellingham, WA 98225
I use somatic approaches to help you understand your connection to your body and your experience everyday life.
I know that reaching out for therapy can be so intimidating, especially with issues related to sexuality. You may be looking to step into a more authentic versions of yourself or you may be dealing with relationship struggles. You may have felt stuck for some time or are just beginning to question what doesn't feel right. Together, we can embrace the challenges of life's struggles and work towards your dreams and goals. I am an identity affirming therapist who especially loves working with people who are queer, BIPOC, neurodivergent, disabled, or somehow 'othered' by society.
I use somatic approaches to help you understand your connection to your body and your experience everyday life.
I know that reaching out for therapy can be so intimidating, especially with issues related to sexuality. You may be looking to step into a more authentic versions of yourself or you may be dealing with relationship struggles. You may have felt stuck for some time or are just beginning to question what doesn't feel right. Together, we can embrace the challenges of life's struggles and work towards your dreams and goals. I am an identity affirming therapist who especially loves working with people who are queer, BIPOC, neurodivergent, disabled, or somehow 'othered' by society.
I have training and experience in both vocal work and somatic approaches which simply means how your body and your voice can be a resource and a map for your journey to wholeness.
I believe in the innate power each of us possesses to heal. Beginning with a gentle exploration of your story, your sense awareness and your feeling world, I seek to find a mutually agreed upon place to begin deeper work together. I hold close to embodiment (breath/gesture/sensation); creativity (playfulness/curiosity/possibility); and compassion (non-judgment/empathy/connection): all these are pathways to ground and support your healing process. I have found that depth of relationship itself is a healer, so I strive for a REAL, courageous relationship with my clients- capable of sustaining vulnerability, fierceness and deep transformations.
I have training and experience in both vocal work and somatic approaches which simply means how your body and your voice can be a resource and a map for your journey to wholeness.
I believe in the innate power each of us possesses to heal. Beginning with a gentle exploration of your story, your sense awareness and your feeling world, I seek to find a mutually agreed upon place to begin deeper work together. I hold close to embodiment (breath/gesture/sensation); creativity (playfulness/curiosity/possibility); and compassion (non-judgment/empathy/connection): all these are pathways to ground and support your healing process. I have found that depth of relationship itself is a healer, so I strive for a REAL, courageous relationship with my clients- capable of sustaining vulnerability, fierceness and deep transformations.
Through somatic therapy one can learn how the mind-body forms and interacts with experiences. It is from this place that a vast amount of untapped resources can be found and the innate wisdom of the body resides. Allow me to support you in connecting to this place within yourself and disentangling from your habits and barriers to live a fuller life. We will work together to analyze and change old patterns to form new habits. I am certified in animal-assisted therapy and trained in working with kink and non-monogamy. I am an approved supervisor for WA state LMHCAs and offer supervision around somatic therapy and ENM/Kink populations.
Through somatic therapy one can learn how the mind-body forms and interacts with experiences. It is from this place that a vast amount of untapped resources can be found and the innate wisdom of the body resides. Allow me to support you in connecting to this place within yourself and disentangling from your habits and barriers to live a fuller life. We will work together to analyze and change old patterns to form new habits. I am certified in animal-assisted therapy and trained in working with kink and non-monogamy. I am an approved supervisor for WA state LMHCAs and offer supervision around somatic therapy and ENM/Kink populations.
I use yoga, cognitive approaches, creative expression, somatic techniques, & mindfulness to support healing & growth.
Trauma & abuse can cause us to feel isolated, out-of-control, and lost in our own lives. The resultant suffering & mental illnesses significantly disrupt our relationships, life satisfaction, and sense of self. These painful experiences can cause a disconnect between the four aspects of our being – mind, body, emotion, and spirit. Therapy offers a space in which you can understand this disconnection, re-story your experience, reintegrate these parts of yourself, and heal. In our work together, we will honor your experiences and help you find what you need to live a more authentic, empowered, and enriching life.
I use yoga, cognitive approaches, creative expression, somatic techniques, & mindfulness to support healing & growth.
Trauma & abuse can cause us to feel isolated, out-of-control, and lost in our own lives. The resultant suffering & mental illnesses significantly disrupt our relationships, life satisfaction, and sense of self. These painful experiences can cause a disconnect between the four aspects of our being – mind, body, emotion, and spirit. Therapy offers a space in which you can understand this disconnection, re-story your experience, reintegrate these parts of yourself, and heal. In our work together, we will honor your experiences and help you find what you need to live a more authentic, empowered, and enriching life.
In relationship with counseling participants, my approach is trauma-informed, person-centered, and I draw on somatic and mindfulness-based interventions.
I utilize the frameworks of social justice, intersectionality, and preemptive radical inclusion. I operate with a transfeminist and queer theory lens and work towards a sex and gender expansive world. I am trained in EMDR.
In relationship with counseling participants, my approach is trauma-informed, person-centered, and I draw on somatic and mindfulness-based interventions.
I utilize the frameworks of social justice, intersectionality, and preemptive radical inclusion. I operate with a transfeminist and queer theory lens and work towards a sex and gender expansive world. I am trained in EMDR.
I also bring a strong somatic focus to my work, with an extensive background in licensed massage therapy.
Seeking help says a lot about you - that you value your life, your health, and relationships. Perhaps you want to beat depression, manage anxiety, create change in your relationships, or find meaningful work. Or maybe you are suffering a loss, have relocated, or are struggling with chronic health issues. I have a deep passion for counseling, for supporting you in your courageous steps toward fulfillment and well being.
I also bring a strong somatic focus to my work, with an extensive background in licensed massage therapy.
Seeking help says a lot about you - that you value your life, your health, and relationships. Perhaps you want to beat depression, manage anxiety, create change in your relationships, or find meaningful work. Or maybe you are suffering a loss, have relocated, or are struggling with chronic health issues. I have a deep passion for counseling, for supporting you in your courageous steps toward fulfillment and well being.
Instead of treading and retreading the same old tired ground, what if we looked up? What if…we thought and felt we could fly? What if we aimed for joy? In our embodied and somatic work together we might play, dance, laugh, sing, draw and, of course, talk - I call it non-traditional counseling.
Many of us drag our pasts along with us like a ball and chain that clanks loudly whenever we move; we are never able to forget those events and traumas because every time we try to change, the loud noise reminds us of all the things that have hurt us. So…what if we really acknowledge the past, and the terrible hurts, and then grasp, viscerally, that there is nothing we can do about what has happened? What if we ask ourselves if we have to continue to be hurt, to replay old issues and be triggered by them, and let them continue to run, and perhaps even ruin, our lives?
Instead of treading and retreading the same old tired ground, what if we looked up? What if…we thought and felt we could fly? What if we aimed for joy? In our embodied and somatic work together we might play, dance, laugh, sing, draw and, of course, talk - I call it non-traditional counseling.
Many of us drag our pasts along with us like a ball and chain that clanks loudly whenever we move; we are never able to forget those events and traumas because every time we try to change, the loud noise reminds us of all the things that have hurt us. So…what if we really acknowledge the past, and the terrible hurts, and then grasp, viscerally, that there is nothing we can do about what has happened? What if we ask ourselves if we have to continue to be hurt, to replay old issues and be triggered by them, and let them continue to run, and perhaps even ruin, our lives?
Alex Cohen
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bellingham, WA 98225 (Online Only)
These include a psychodynamic Depth oriented approach, Buddhist psychotherapy, existential and somatic theory, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and a deep alignment with principles of ecopsychology and wilderness therapy.
For me, “psychotherapy has to do with…people playing together.” My therapeutic approach is grounded in practicality, metaphor, and paradox. Whether you want to examine your relationship to archetypes and epic tales, investigate the mundane and extraordinary beauty in doing the dishes, or delve into your style of relating to another being: bring all of it - it is welcome and deserving of your attention. Fundamentally, I am fascinated by people - our stories, our journeys and our capacities for grace and awe.
These include a psychodynamic Depth oriented approach, Buddhist psychotherapy, existential and somatic theory, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and a deep alignment with principles of ecopsychology and wilderness therapy.
For me, “psychotherapy has to do with…people playing together.” My therapeutic approach is grounded in practicality, metaphor, and paradox. Whether you want to examine your relationship to archetypes and epic tales, investigate the mundane and extraordinary beauty in doing the dishes, or delve into your style of relating to another being: bring all of it - it is welcome and deserving of your attention. Fundamentally, I am fascinated by people - our stories, our journeys and our capacities for grace and awe.
Jonathan Barry
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bellingham, WA 98225
I offer a holistic approach to therapy drawing on EMDR, Organic Intelligence, Relational-Cultural Therapy, and somatic therapies.
Throughout the 18 years I have been a therapist, I continually grow in my love for this work. I am in awe of the profound healing nature that each of us carry. My hope is that our work together supports you in remembering your wholeness. Whether it’s couples counseling or individual therapy you are looking for, my hope is to create an inclusive, safe, and supportive environment to promote your personal goals and healing.
I offer a holistic approach to therapy drawing on EMDR, Organic Intelligence, Relational-Cultural Therapy, and somatic therapies.
Throughout the 18 years I have been a therapist, I continually grow in my love for this work. I am in awe of the profound healing nature that each of us carry. My hope is that our work together supports you in remembering your wholeness. Whether it’s couples counseling or individual therapy you are looking for, my hope is to create an inclusive, safe, and supportive environment to promote your personal goals and healing.
My orientation is somatic psychotherapy, depth psychology, attachment and mindfulness.
I specialize in facilitating the transformation of complex and developmental trauma through honing and honoring intuition and connection with body, mind and spirit. The way back from emotional overwhelm occurs through reconnecting to our vital self, community and awakening or deepening our connection with the more than human world. Together we will work to identify the root causes of maladapative behaviors and beliefs, while learning to regulate the nervous system and rewire the brain for maximum vitality and coherence. I work with clients who are seeking to deepen their connection to spirit.
My orientation is somatic psychotherapy, depth psychology, attachment and mindfulness.
I specialize in facilitating the transformation of complex and developmental trauma through honing and honoring intuition and connection with body, mind and spirit. The way back from emotional overwhelm occurs through reconnecting to our vital self, community and awakening or deepening our connection with the more than human world. Together we will work to identify the root causes of maladapative behaviors and beliefs, while learning to regulate the nervous system and rewire the brain for maximum vitality and coherence. I work with clients who are seeking to deepen their connection to spirit.
Rebecca Jarnagin
Counselor, MSCP, LMHC
Verified Verified
Bellingham, WA 98225
Waitlist for new clients
Therapeutic models and techniques I am trained in and utilize include EMDR, Ketamine Assisted and Integrative Therapy, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, solution focused, experiential, Internal Family Systems, observational, and somatic experiencing.
Whether you are seeking a deeper understanding of yourself, wanting to create change in your life and relationships, or just needing support during a difficult life transition I am here to provide empathy, support, and guidance. I strive to provide a safe, comfortable, and warm environment so you can feel empowered to explore the deeper aspects of yourself and recognize your inner strength to own and tell your story. I am an energetic, nature-loving, and laid back individual who appreciates honesty, clear communication, and humor. I utilize a variety of techniques and approaches depending on your own goals, personality, and comfort.
Therapeutic models and techniques I am trained in and utilize include EMDR, Ketamine Assisted and Integrative Therapy, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, solution focused, experiential, Internal Family Systems, observational, and somatic experiencing.
Whether you are seeking a deeper understanding of yourself, wanting to create change in your life and relationships, or just needing support during a difficult life transition I am here to provide empathy, support, and guidance. I strive to provide a safe, comfortable, and warm environment so you can feel empowered to explore the deeper aspects of yourself and recognize your inner strength to own and tell your story. I am an energetic, nature-loving, and laid back individual who appreciates honesty, clear communication, and humor. I utilize a variety of techniques and approaches depending on your own goals, personality, and comfort.
Leslie Doyle
Counselor, MA, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bellingham, WA 98225 (Online Only)
Some approaches I work with include IFS parts work, somatic therapy, creative expression, mindfulness, spiritual therapy, NARM, and EMDR.
I care deeply about supporting others to feel at home within themselves. I am dedicated to nurturing authenticity, presenting opportunities for personal development, and empowering you in your healing journey. I work with a wide range of client experiences and have a special interest in supporting trauma survivors (developmental, acute, and complex,) caregivers (therapists welcome!), military families, and foster families.
Some approaches I work with include IFS parts work, somatic therapy, creative expression, mindfulness, spiritual therapy, NARM, and EMDR.
I care deeply about supporting others to feel at home within themselves. I am dedicated to nurturing authenticity, presenting opportunities for personal development, and empowering you in your healing journey. I work with a wide range of client experiences and have a special interest in supporting trauma survivors (developmental, acute, and complex,) caregivers (therapists welcome!), military families, and foster families.
” My approach is rooted in the depth psychology tradition but informed by somatic (body based) and neurobiological modalities.
I offer psychotherapy to people who feel drawn to explore and expand their self awareness and transform emotional confusion and suffering. I believe that it’s in relationship with others where we are harmed and it’s also in relationship with others where we can heal. The therapy relationship facilitates a healing conversation because it is a place of safety where you can begin to expand your ability to communicate, develop your capacity for self compassion, deepen your emotional understanding, and increase your self confidence.
” My approach is rooted in the depth psychology tradition but informed by somatic (body based) and neurobiological modalities.
I offer psychotherapy to people who feel drawn to explore and expand their self awareness and transform emotional confusion and suffering. I believe that it’s in relationship with others where we are harmed and it’s also in relationship with others where we can heal. The therapy relationship facilitates a healing conversation because it is a place of safety where you can begin to expand your ability to communicate, develop your capacity for self compassion, deepen your emotional understanding, and increase your self confidence.
Michelle Murphy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bellingham, WA 98225 (Online Only)
Hello, My approach is based in being present with you and incorporating different approaches based on you. Some of the main approaches I use are mindfulness and somatic awareness, neuroscience, Internal Family Systems, and the exploration of attachment and relationships, in culture, family, friends and yourself. My intention in our work is to offer you a space of presence and inquiry to support you in your goals and to move toward a greater sense of wellness and balance in your life and in your relationships.
Hello, My approach is based in being present with you and incorporating different approaches based on you. Some of the main approaches I use are mindfulness and somatic awareness, neuroscience, Internal Family Systems, and the exploration of attachment and relationships, in culture, family, friends and yourself. My intention in our work is to offer you a space of presence and inquiry to support you in your goals and to move toward a greater sense of wellness and balance in your life and in your relationships.
I work with a systems approach using Family of origin, Somatic Experiencing, yoga, mindfulness and nutrition.
Do you feel anxious, depressed, confused, alone or misunderstood? Are you having difficulty communicating within your relationships, going through a big life transition or feeling pain and constriction from past traumas? During these times it is helpful to have someone listen and support you without judgement within a safe place. Everyone has a personal history that makes them unique with both strengths and vulnerabilities. I know the courage and perseverance it takes to face and feel the pain as well as embrace your gifts, strengths and light. whether as an individual or a couple I want to help you. .
I work with a systems approach using Family of origin, Somatic Experiencing, yoga, mindfulness and nutrition.
Do you feel anxious, depressed, confused, alone or misunderstood? Are you having difficulty communicating within your relationships, going through a big life transition or feeling pain and constriction from past traumas? During these times it is helpful to have someone listen and support you without judgement within a safe place. Everyone has a personal history that makes them unique with both strengths and vulnerabilities. I know the courage and perseverance it takes to face and feel the pain as well as embrace your gifts, strengths and light. whether as an individual or a couple I want to help you. .
In somatic work, we bring awareness to the ways the nervous system’s threat response can shape our emotions and thoughts and I support you in shifting into states of safety and connectedness.
Hello and thank you for being here! My approach to therapy is somatic and holistic. In session together we learn the language of your specific body and tend to its needs and desires in order to slowly unwind trauma and move out of states of depression and anxiety. The content of sessions looks different person to person. For one client we may talk the whole time. With others, there may be some combination of reflection and validation, psychoeducation, somatic resourcing, and somatic trauma processing. But no matter what, there is always space for all of you—your darkness, your silliness, your shame, and your fabulousness.
In somatic work, we bring awareness to the ways the nervous system’s threat response can shape our emotions and thoughts and I support you in shifting into states of safety and connectedness.
Hello and thank you for being here! My approach to therapy is somatic and holistic. In session together we learn the language of your specific body and tend to its needs and desires in order to slowly unwind trauma and move out of states of depression and anxiety. The content of sessions looks different person to person. For one client we may talk the whole time. With others, there may be some combination of reflection and validation, psychoeducation, somatic resourcing, and somatic trauma processing. But no matter what, there is always space for all of you—your darkness, your silliness, your shame, and your fabulousness.
I couple these powerful tools with deep trauma release and somatic techniques in a gentle, supportive, accepting environment with as much play as we can bring to it! (The brain rewires 60% faster with play;).
My passion and focus is retraining the brain and nervous system; be it for chronic pain, trauma or helping our kids/partners feel safe. I have found, through over 20 years of exploring what does create a more gentle lived experience, is connecting deeply to ourselves and applying the latest neuroscience techniques to regulate ours and others nervous systems. Though mental health practitioners often help chronic pain patients cope with the stress of their symptoms, they can do much more. We can actually help treat the pain directly with Pain Reprocessing Therapy. Heart is free access for all - tools on Instagram: jeniquiggtherapy.
I couple these powerful tools with deep trauma release and somatic techniques in a gentle, supportive, accepting environment with as much play as we can bring to it! (The brain rewires 60% faster with play;).
My passion and focus is retraining the brain and nervous system; be it for chronic pain, trauma or helping our kids/partners feel safe. I have found, through over 20 years of exploring what does create a more gentle lived experience, is connecting deeply to ourselves and applying the latest neuroscience techniques to regulate ours and others nervous systems. Though mental health practitioners often help chronic pain patients cope with the stress of their symptoms, they can do much more. We can actually help treat the pain directly with Pain Reprocessing Therapy. Heart is free access for all - tools on Instagram: jeniquiggtherapy.
My initial training at the Center for Somatic Psychotherapy emphasized developing therapeutic relationships and this continues to be the foundation for all treatment I offer.
Currently Accepting New Clients. I meet with individuals, couples, and families to connect with body, spirit, and mind, to heal from past injuries, and explore how habits from injuries limit freedom, self-acceptance, and fulfillment. Helping you reconnect with your purpose in life, rekindle your playfulness and passion, and invite moments of harmony and peace. I welcome people in a non-judgemental and supportive environment to heal and grow through depression, trauma, anxiety, and addictions.
My initial training at the Center for Somatic Psychotherapy emphasized developing therapeutic relationships and this continues to be the foundation for all treatment I offer.
Currently Accepting New Clients. I meet with individuals, couples, and families to connect with body, spirit, and mind, to heal from past injuries, and explore how habits from injuries limit freedom, self-acceptance, and fulfillment. Helping you reconnect with your purpose in life, rekindle your playfulness and passion, and invite moments of harmony and peace. I welcome people in a non-judgemental and supportive environment to heal and grow through depression, trauma, anxiety, and addictions.
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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.