Somatic Therapy for listening to what the body holds
If you sense that your body is carrying more than your words can explain, we can work with that. We use body awareness as part of the therapy, so the process can include sensation, posture, and response, not just conversation.
How we use it
We slow the work down enough to notice what the body is doing in the moment. That can include tracking breath, posture, energy, or the way your system moves toward shutting down or gearing up. For some people, this is part of individual therapy; for others, it can be useful in couple or family work when body cues are affecting the room. The work stays grounded and practical rather than abstract.
We make room for experience, not just explanation.
Who it tends to suit
People often come when they feel tense, shut down, disconnected, or unable to settle. They may have trouble naming what they feel until they notice it physically. Some are aware of holding their breath, clenching, freezing, or going blank in certain moments. We use those experiences as part of the work, not as something to get past quickly.
- My body stays tight all the time.
- I go blank before I can explain myself.
- I hold my breath without realizing it.
- I can’t tell what I feel until it hits my body.
What the first sessions look like
In the first sessions, we talk about what you notice in your body and when those sensations tend to show up. We also decide together how much attention to give to body awareness versus talking, since not everyone starts in the same place. You do not need to know how to do it already.
We offer a free 15-minute consultation. We respond as soon as we can.
Questions people ask
Do I have to be comfortable with body-based work already?
No. We can go at a pace that fits you, and we talk about what feels okay as we go.
What does somatic therapy actually look like in a session?
It may involve noticing breath, posture, tension, or shifts in sensation while we talk together.
Can this be used with relationship problems too?
Yes. Body cues often show up in conflict, distance, and repair between people.
Is somatic therapy only for people with trauma?
No. People also come for anxiety, stress, and other patterns that show up physically.