Soma is a Greek word that means “ the body living in it’s wholeness.” Somatic therapy is a powerful approach to healing that taps into the deep connection between body and mind. It focuses on the idea that our bodies hold onto stress, trauma, and emotional pain, often in ways we are not consciously aware of. By using techniques that bring awareness to physical sensations—like breath-work, gentle movement, or touch—somatic therapy helps release these trapped energies, allowing you to heal not just mentally but physically and emotionally as well.

Imagine your body as a landscape where each experience, good or bad, leaves a mark. Somatic therapy is like a compassionate guide helping you revisit those places, not to relive the pain, but to release it. The purpose is to help you reconnect with your body, feel more grounded, and free yourself from patterns that no longer serve you. It empowers you to reclaim your inner strength, leading to a more vibrant, authentic life where you feel in harmony with yourself.

At its core, somatic therapy is about healing from within, recognizing that the body holds immense wisdom. It’s not just about talking through problems but also feeling and releasing them, bringing more vitality and peace into your life.

My Somatic Journey:

I began my journey to become a somatic therapist over 30 years ago. I was fortunate to meet a woman named Karen Beaumont, my movement teacher at Shakespeare & Company in the Berkshires where i grew up. Karen was studying to become a Somatic Movement Therapist and I was fascinated by her lessons. She introduced me to the work of Trish Arnold and DR. Martha Eddy. I went on to study with other pioneers in this field, notably Peter Levine and David Grand. I hold certifications in Somatic Experiencing® Brainspotting® and Watsu® I continue to train in this ever evolving and dynamic field.

Somatic Techniques:

• Somatic Experiencing®: This method developed by Peter Levine helps clients resolve trauma by focusing on the body’s sensations and movements, allowing for the discharge of unresolved stress that may be held in the body.

• Brainspotting®: This therapeutic approach was develepoed by Dr. David Grand focusses on the connection between eye position and emotional processing. It is used primarily to help individuals process trauma, anxiety, and other psychological issues.

• Watsu®: This Somatic movement practice is a form of aquatic therapy developed by Harold Dull. In a pool of 98.7 degrees, a client is guided through gentle movements and stretches while receiving pressure to specific pressure points on the body. This work promotes the healing of physical and emotional stress and overall wellbeing.

Introductory Session

$250 for a 2 hr. session

Please see my Private Sessions page for additional pricing information.

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