Somatic Therapy: A Mind-Body Approach to Healing and Growth
Somatic therapy integrates both the mind and body to address emotional and psychological challenges. It focuses on the connection between physical sensations and emotional experiences, recognizing that stress, trauma, and unresolved emotions are often stored in the body. By combining Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with somatic techniques, we can access and release these patterns, allowing you to heal and regain balance on a deeper level.
In my practice, I work with high-performing individuals who are navigating anxiety, career burnout, stress, dating challenges, infertility, and self-worth issues. Together, we use somatic therapy to address not just the mental and emotional aspects of these issues, but also the physical responses that often accompany them.
What is Somatic Therapy?
Why Choose a CBT and Somatic Therapy Approach?
CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) is highly effective in addressing the negative thought patterns and beliefs that contribute to stress, anxiety, and other mental health issues. However, when paired with somatic therapy, the results can be even more powerful.
Somatic techniques help you become more aware of your body's sensations and the physical impact of your emotions. These techniques—such as breathwork, mindfulness, and gentle movement—help release stored tension, calm your nervous system, and promote overall well-being.
By combining these two approaches, I offer a comprehensive therapy experience that addresses both your mind and body. You’ll not only gain clarity on your thoughts and beliefs, but also learn to release physical stress and reconnect with your true sense of self.
How Somatic Therapy Can Help
Somatic therapy is a powerful tool for addressing a wide range of issues that high-performing adults often face. Here’s how it works for each area of concern:
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Anxiety can manifest in both your mind and body, leading to a constant state of worry, tension, and physical discomfort. By combining CBT with somatic techniques, we work together to:
Identify negative thought patterns and beliefs that fuel anxiety.
Use body awareness techniques to recognize where anxiety is physically held in your body.
Incorporate breathwork, grounding exercises, and other somatic tools to release tension and create a sense of calm and control.
This integrated approach helps you manage anxiety more effectively and regain a sense of clarity, focus, and emotional balance.
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The pressures of a demanding career can lead to burnout, exhaustion, and a sense of detachment. Through CBT and somatic therapy, we focus on:
Identifying thought patterns that contribute to burnout, such as perfectionism or people-pleasing tendencies.
Using somatic awareness to recognize where stress manifests physically, like in your shoulders, neck, or chest.
Practicing mindfulness, grounding, and stress reduction techniques to restore energy, focus, and work-life balance.
This holistic approach helps you address both the psychological and physical symptoms of burnout, allowing you to rediscover your passion and perform at your best without sacrificing your well-being.
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Anxiety in dating can prevent you from fully connecting with others and enjoying the process. Whether you’re struggling with fears of rejection or concerns about not being “enough,” somatic therapy can help by:
Addressing negative self-talk and limiting beliefs around relationships.
Using somatic techniques to calm the body’s anxious or avoidant responses and help you remain present during dates or conversations.
Improving your self-worth and self-confidence, so you can enter relationships with a sense of authenticity and ease.
By working on both your mental and physical responses to dating, somatic therapy empowers you to build healthier, more fulfilling relationships.
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The emotional toll of infertility can be overwhelming, often leading to grief, frustration, and isolation. Somatic therapy can help by:
Addressing the deep emotional pain and loss associated with infertility.
Using somatic techniques to release trauma or stress that may be physically stored in your body.
Creating space for healing and resilience through mindfulness, breathing exercises, and body awareness.
This holistic approach helps you process grief, manage stress, and find strength as you navigate the emotional and physical aspects of infertility.
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When you struggle with self-doubt, imposter syndrome, or perfectionism, it can be difficult to feel grounded in who you are. Somatic therapy helps by:
Identifying limiting thoughts and beliefs that undermine your self-worth.
Using body-centered practices to reconnect you to your authentic self and sense of empowerment.
Cultivating self-compassion and confidence through somatic exercises that support your mental and emotional healing.
By integrating CBT and somatic therapy, we’ll work together to build a strong, authentic sense of self that aligns with your values and life goals.
