"Our traumatic experiences do not define us; it is our ability to heal from them that shapes our true identity."
DR. PETER LEVINE
Trauma Does Not Define You
I specialize in working with adults who've experienced childhood trauma and the anxiety, depression and shame that accompanies it.
Developer of Somatic Experiencing
Somatic Experiencing is a gentle and effective approach to healing from trauma and stress that focuses on the wisdom of your body. In our sessions, we'll pay close attention to the physical sensations and experiences you're having, because these hold important clues about your body's natural healing process.
When a person experiences trauma, the body’s survival responses, such as fight, flight, or freeze, can become stuck in a state of activation. Even long after a difficult experience has passed, the nervous system may continue to respond as though danger is still present. This can lead to symptoms such as anxiety, hypervigilance, emotional overwhelm, numbness, or a persistent sense of being “on edge.”
When the body softens, the true self can emerge.
What is the heart?
A flower opening.
-Rumi
We'll work together to gently explore these sensations. In sessions, you may notice subtle experiences such as breathing patterns, muscle tension, warmth, or shifts in posture. By learning to track these sensations with support and curiosity, the nervous system can gradually release stored stress and return to a more balanced state.
Unlike traditional talk therapy, Somatic Experiencing doesn't require you to retell your traumatic experiences in detail. Instead, we focus on your body's natural ability to heal itself. You'll learn to listen to the wisdom of your body and trust its innate capacity for healing and resilience.
Throughout our sessions, I'll guide you through simple exercises and techniques to help regulate your nervous system, reduce stress, and restore a sense of safety and balance in your body. Together, we'll work at a pace that feels comfortable for you, honoring your unique needs and experiences.
By reconnecting with your body in this way, you can gradually release the grip of past trauma and reclaim a greater sense of vitality, well-being, and empowerment in your life.
The results
The Benefits of Somatic Therapy
restored sense of safety and trust
Increased emotional regulation and improved relationships
Greater inner resilience and confidence
increased intentionality and focus
Enhanced body awareness and mindfulness
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“Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, 'who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous?' Actually, who are you not to be?”
