Somatic Integration
Mind, Body and Breath
I use somatic therapeutic techniques to honour the connection
between the body and the mind.
I use somatic methods to support trauma healing because I believe the
body and mind heal, learn to regulate and
build resilience when integrated.
Bring your hands together at your heart, lower your head to your heart and acknowledge yourself for showing up
My Practice is informed by the understanding that our body has wisdom. When embodied work is a part of counselling, I have witnessed deepened personal work. This includes, breath work, somatic connection and holistic integration.
Somatic therapy is a body-focused therapeutic approach that helps you connect with the physical sensations stored in your soma (or body), particularly those related to trauma and emotions.
By becoming aware of, integrating, acknowledging and releasing these bodily tensions and stories, clients can heal from the emotional and psychological effects of trauma, promoting overall well-being and emotional regulation.
My Work Is Inspired by....
Peter Levine is the developer of Somatic Experiencing, a therapeutic approach that supports the sensations and release of traumatic stories in the body by attuning into physical sensations during sessions.
Deb Dana is a clinician who specializes in Polyvagal Theory, working with the autonomic nervous system to support clients in finding safety cues and regulating their stress and trauma responses.
Arielle Schwartz is a trauma therapist who integrates somatic techniques into her therapeutic practice, particularly focused on trauma, PTSD, and resilience-building.
Gabor Mate- A local vancouver doctor who works with compassionate inquiry and a deep understanding of trauma's impact on our bodies and wellness
