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Somatic therapy focuses on the mind-body connection, recognizing that emotional and psychological trauma can manifest in the body. In this approach, we work together to become aware of physical sensations, movements, and tensions that might be linked to emotional or psychological stress. By bringing attention to these sensations, somatic therapy helps release trapped emotions and trauma, promoting a sense of safety and integration. This therapy uses body awareness, mindful movement, breathing exercises, and gentle touch to support healing.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-focused therapy that helps individuals process distressing memories. It involves using bilateral stimulation—typically in the form of guided eye movements or taps on the body—which stimulates both sides of the brain. This process helps the brain reprocess traumatic memories, reducing their emotional charge. EMDR allows individuals to reframe their experience, transforming negative beliefs and emotional responses into more balanced and adaptive perspectives. It is particularly effective for trauma, anxiety, and PTSD, but can also support the resolution of past wounds and chronic distress.
Trauma-informed therapy is an approach that prioritizes creating a safe, supportive, and empowering space for individuals who have experienced trauma. This approach recognizes that trauma affects not only the mind but the body as well, influencing how people think, feel, and behave. A trauma-informed therapist is sensitive to the impact of trauma and works to avoid re-traumatizing clients, while empowering them to heal at their own pace.
In trauma-informed therapy, I emphasize safety, trust, and collaboration throughout the therapeutic process. I use methods like somatic therapy, EMDR, and other trauma-sensitive techniques to help clients process their experiences. My goal is to ensure that therapy feels nurturing, and that you always feel in control of your journey. We work together to create a space where you can gradually process your trauma in a way that feels manageable and supportive.
Trauma-informed therapy also includes a commitment to understanding the wide range of ways trauma can manifest—whether it’s through emotional responses, physical sensations, or difficulties in relationships. By addressing trauma with this holistic, compassionate approach, we can work to alleviate its impact on your life and help you build resilience and healing.
Beginning of Therapy: Building Trust and Understanding
At the start of therapy, the focus is on building trust and establishing a supportive, comfortable space for you. We’ll take the time to get to know each other and discuss what brings you to therapy. I’ll ask about your background, current challenges, and what you hope to achieve. This phase is about laying a foundation where you feel heard and understood.
If you're not ready to dive into past experiences or trauma right away, that’s perfectly okay. There's absolutely no pressure to talk about anything you're not ready to discuss. Instead, we’ll focus on your immediate needs and goals, and we’ll move at a pace that feels right for you. You’ll also have the chance to ask any questions and share any concerns so that you feel confident in the direction we're heading together.
Middle of Therapy: Processing, Healing, and Building Resilience
As therapy continues, we’ll begin to explore deeper emotional experiences and work through any challenges you’re facing, using trauma-informed, somatic techniques and other approaches that suit your needs. During this stage, we will address past experiences, but only when you feel ready. If there are things you’re not ready to talk about, we’ll continue working on building your resilience, learning to manage emotional triggers, and strengthening coping strategies without forcing you to relive anything too soon.
Healing doesn’t follow a set path, and it’s normal for progress to feel nonlinear. There may be times when you feel discomfort or resistance—this is part of the healing process. We’ll work together to build resilience, self-compassion, and healthier ways of responding to life’s challenges. The goal is to empower you to feel more in control of your emotions, body, and experiences, while creating space for self-acceptance and authenticity.
End of Therapy: Reflection, Consolidation, and Moving Forward
In the final stages of therapy, we’ll reflect on the progress you’ve made and consolidate the skills you’ve learned. This is where we’ll discuss how to maintain the changes and growth you’ve experienced. If there are areas where you still feel uncertain or where further work might be helpful, we’ll address those too, while always ensuring you’re feeling comfortable with the pace.
At the end of therapy, you’ll have tools to manage your emotions and stress independently, and you’ll feel more grounded in your sense of self. You’ll be empowered to continue building a life that aligns with your values, knowing that you have strategies and insights to lean on when needed. And if you ever feel the need for additional support, follow-up sessions are always an option.
One of the key goals in trauma therapy is to support you in building a sense of authenticity. Trauma often leads to feelings of disconnection or self-doubt, making it hard to feel like your true self. Therapy helps you accept yourself as a whole person, not broken or damaged, but simply shaped by past experiences. We’ll work together to help you develop a greater sense of self-compassion and resilience, so you can approach life with more confidence and less fear of being overwhelmed by past memories or triggers.
In addition to reducing the emotional intensity of trauma, therapy also helps you build coping strategies to manage residual effects, such as emotional dysregulation or physical sensations connected to past events. As you begin to accept and embrace all parts of yourself, you will feel more grounded and empowered, learning to respond to life’s challenges with strength and authenticity.
Trauma can leave deep emotional scars that impact how you see yourself and the world around you. Therapy offers a space where you can begin to heal and reclaim control over your life, not by erasing the past, but by helping you integrate it in a way that doesn’t hold you back. By using trauma-informed approaches such as somatic therapy, EMDR, and mindfulness, therapy helps you reconnect with your body and emotions, reducing anxiety, stress, and overwhelm.
One of the key goals in trauma therapy is to support you in building a sense of authenticity. Trauma often leads to feelings of disconnection or self-doubt, making it hard to feel like your true self. Therapy helps you accept yourself as a whole person, not broken or damaged, but simply shaped by past experiences. We’ll work together to help you develop a greater sense of self-compassion and resilience, so you can approach life with more confidence and less fear of being overwhelmed by past memories or triggers.
In addition to reducing the emotional intensity of trauma, therapy also helps you build coping strategies to manage residual effects, such as emotional dysregulation or physical sensations connected to past events. As you begin to accept and embrace all parts of yourself, you will feel more grounded and empowered, learning to respond to life’s challenges with strength and authenticity.
MOST Sessions usually last between 50-60 minutes, depending on the type of therapy you're engaging in and the work being done during that time. Each session is designed to give you ample time to explore your emotions, thoughts, and experiences, while also allowing for processing of trauma or stress. Occasionally, sessions may be slightly longer or shorter based on your unique needs, but I always ensure that you leave feeling grounded and supported.
I offer 2-hour somatic therapy sessions for clients who feel that extended time will be beneficial for their process. These longer sessions provide more space for deep exploration of physical sensations, trauma, and emotional processing. They allow us to work at a slower pace and dive into more complex issues or memories without feeling rushed. Some clients find that this additional time helps them feel more grounded and complete their therapeutic work in one session, while others prefer the extended duration for more intense somatic processing. If you're interested in scheduling a 2-hour session, feel free to reach out and we can discuss whether this option is the best fit for your needs.
The cost of therapy sessions varies depending on the type of session and its duration:
Individual Therapy Sessions (50 minutes): $150
Extended 2-Hour Therapy Sessions: $250
My services are covered by most major insurance companies. Please check with your insurance provider if you have coverage for registered psychotherapists (qualifying). An invoice will be provided, which you can then submit to your provider for reimbursement.
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