Somatic Therapy in New York

Our bodies tell the story of how we’ve survived challenges in our lives. The body is constantly narrating and somatic therapy gives us the tools to deeply listen, understand, and respond.

In my practice, I specialize in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, a form of somatic psychotherapy that uses a holistic approach to healing that acknowledges the deep connection between mind and body.

Here are a few reasons why clients choose somatic psychotherapy:

• Trauma Healing: Somatic psychotherapy can be particularly effective in addressing trauma by accessing and processing traumatic memories stored in the body.

• Chronic Stress and Anxiety Relief: For those experiencing chronic stress or anxiety, somatic techniques offer practical tools to regulate the nervous system and cultivate a greater sense of calm and resilience.

• Emotional Regulation: Somatic psychotherapy provides techniques for exploring and regulating emotions through bodily sensations, helping clients develop healthier coping mechanisms.

• Mind-Body Integration: Many clients choose somatic psychotherapy to bridge the gap between intellectual understanding and embodied experience, fostering greater integration and alignment in their lives.

• Relief from Physical Symptoms: Physical symptoms such as chronic pain, tension, or psychosomatic illnesses can often be alleviated through somatic approaches that address the underlying emotional and psychological factors.

I am committed to providing a safe and supportive environment where clients can explore these and other issues with compassion and curiosity. With a blend of traditional talk therapy techniques and embodied practices, I offer personalized support tailored to your unique needs and goals.

I invite you to take the first step towards greater vitality and fulfillment. Contact me today to schedule a session and begin your journey towards a more balanced and vibrant life.

How Somatic Psychotherapy Works

Somatic psychotherapy is a holistic approach to healing that recognizes the profound connection between mind and body. Unlike traditional talk therapy, which primarily focuses on verbal communication, somatic psychotherapy incorporates the wisdom of the body into the therapeutic process. Here's how it works:

1. Embodied Awareness: Somatic psychotherapy begins by cultivating awareness of bodily sensations, movements, and gestures. Clients are invited to pay attention to the subtle cues and signals that arise within their bodies, providing valuable insights into their emotional and psychological states.

2. Tracking Sensations: Through gentle inquiry and exploration, clients learn to track sensations in their bodies, noticing areas of tension, discomfort, or ease. These sensations may be associated with specific emotions, memories, or patterns of behavior, offering clues to underlying issues.

3. Regulation and Grounding: Somatic psychotherapy emphasizes the importance of nervous system regulation and grounding techniques. Clients are guided in practices such as deep breathing, progressive muscle relaxation, and mindfulness meditation to promote a sense of safety and stability in the present moment.

4. Expression and Release: Somatic psychotherapy provides a safe container for clients to express and release pent-up emotions stored in the body. Through techniques such as guided imagery, expressive movement, and somatic experiencing, clients can discharge accumulated stress and trauma, restoring balance to the nervous system.

5. Integration and Transformation: As clients become more attuned to their bodily experiences, they gain greater insight into their thought patterns, emotional responses, and relational dynamics. Somatic psychotherapy facilitates the integration of mind, body, and spirit, fostering a deeper sense of wholeness and authenticity.

6. Relational Healing: Central to somatic psychotherapy is the therapeutic relationship between client and therapist. Through attuned presence, empathy, and attunement, therapists create a supportive environment where clients can explore and heal relational wounds, fostering greater trust, intimacy, and connection.

7. Empowerment and Resilience: Somatic psychotherapy empowers clients to become active participants in their own healing journey. By developing self-regulation skills and cultivating resilience in the face of adversity, clients are better equipped to navigate life's challenges with grace and compassion.

Somatic psychotherapy offers a dynamic and experiential approach to healing that honors the wisdom of the body. By integrating somatic techniques with traditional psychotherapeutic modalities, clients can embark on a transformative journey towards greater self-awareness, authenticity, and well-being.