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Somatic Therapy

What To Expect

Somatic Therapy at Pasadena Trauma Therapy offers a holistic approach to healing by focusing on the connection between the body and the mind. This therapy is rooted in the understanding that trauma and stress are often stored physically within the body.

During sessions, you might engage in breath work, meditation, sensorimotor psychotherapy, or even movement exercises. These techniques help you recognize and release tension, aiding in the recovery from emotional and physical stress.

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The Benefits of Somatic Therapy

Somatic Therapy goes beyond conventional therapy by addressing not just the mind, but the body’s role in psychological health. This innovative approach recognizes that physical sensations and reactions are intricately linked to emotional states.

By integrating body-focused techniques into your treatment, Somatic Therapy helps to unearth and release deeply held tensions and traumas that traditional methods might not reach. This leads to benefits such as:

  • Reduced symptoms of trauma and stress.
  • Enhanced emotional regulation and self-awareness.
  • Improved physical symptoms associated with emotional distress.
  • Greater overall wellbeing and integration of mind and body.

FAQ: Insights into Somatic Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions about Somatic Therapy

Somatic Therapy involves therapeutic techniques that integrate the body and mind to address and heal trauma and stress stored physically in the body.

Unlike traditional psychotherapy that focuses solely on the mind, Somatic Therapy involves physical techniques to address emotional and psychological challenges.

Techniques include meditation, breathwork, sensorimotor psychotherapy, and Havening Techniques, among others.

Anyone experiencing stress, trauma, or emotional challenges can benefit, especially those who feel disconnected from their bodies.

Expect a combination of talk therapy and body-focused techniques that help identify, explore, and release physical tension linked to emotional states.

Yes, it is conducted by trained therapists and is a safe way to explore the connection between your physical and emotional health.

Absolutely, it is often used in conjunction with other therapeutic approaches to provide a comprehensive treatment plan.

While individual experiences vary, many clients feel noticeable improvements in both physical and emotional symptoms within a few sessions.

It is particularly effective for trauma, anxiety, depression, and other conditions that manifest both physically and emotionally.

Reach out to our clinic to schedule an initial assessment, and our therapists will help determine the best approach for your needs.

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