Somatic Practices
Somatic Practices offer several benefits for trauma healing by addressing the physiological and psychological effects of trauma on the body. These practices may include body movement through trauma-informed yoga, dance or fitness, mindfulness through plant-based healing and music, and empowerment and growth in connecting body and mind.
At Evans Counseling Services we strongly believe that trauma is healed best through community, while connecting the body, mind & spirit. Therefore, we offer a variety of therapeutic groups, workshops and retreats, specifically for trauma healing.
Benefits of Somatic Practices:
Holistic Healing
Somatic therapy takes a holistic approach to healing, recognizing the interconnectedness of the mind and body. It acknowledges that trauma is not just stored in the mind but also in the body, manifesting as physical sensations, tension, and somatic symptoms.
Regulation of the Nervous System
Trauma can dysregulate the nervous system, leading to symptoms such as hypervigilance, flashbacks, and dissociation. Through techniques such as breathwork, grounding exercises, and mindful movement, clients develop greater awareness of their bodily sensations and learn to self-regulate their arousal levels, promoting a sense of safety and calmness.
Release of Stored Trauma
Trauma often becomes stored in the body as muscular tension, chronic pain, or other somatic symptoms. Somatic therapy uses techniques such as somatic experiencing, sensorimotor psychotherapy, and bodywork to help clients release these physical manifestations of trauma. By gently exploring and processing bodily sensations, emotions, and memories, clients can gradually discharge stored trauma and restore a sense of ease and vitality in their bodies.
Integration of Mind-Body Connection
Through experiential exercises, mindfulness practices, and body awareness techniques, clients learn to cultivate a deeper understanding of how their thoughts, emotions, and bodily sensations are interconnected. This integration allows clients to develop greater self-awareness, self-compassion, and resilience in navigating their healing journey.
Empowerment & Resilience Building
Somatic therapy empowers clients to reclaim agency over their bodies and emotions, fostering a sense of empowerment and self-efficacy. By exploring and renegotiating boundaries, practicing self-care strategies, and building somatic resources, clients develop resilience and capacity to cope with the effects of trauma. Somatic therapy encourages clients to cultivate a compassionate relationship with themselves, fostering healing from within.
Somatic Yoga
In somatic yoga, we focus on using a combination of gentle stretches, yoga postures, breath exercises, mindfulness practices, and somatic exercises to help release tension in your body, increase presence and connection, and assist with mindful awareness. Our aim is to inspire exploration and connection to what’s happening inside, approaching with curiosity and compassion.
Somatic yoga allows us to connect with our emotions, sit with and embrace our uncomfortable feelings, and move away from the freeze, flight, fight, and fawn cycle many of us feel stuck in. We provide a 1:1 format that encourages safety, compassion and moving at the pace you set.
We also offer couple somatic yoga. Transform your relationship with our innovative somatic sessions designed to enhance your couples counseling journey. Experience the profound benefits of guided practices led by our experienced somatic practitioner. These sessions foster deep connection, co-regulation, positive physical touch, and meaningful quality time together. Reignite the spark in your relationship and embark on a journey of healing and growth. Schedule your free consultation today!
Connect with a Somatic Practitioner & Schedule a Free Consultation
We offer one-on-one somatic sessions and couples somatic sessions.
If you’re interested in learning more about somatic practices and how they might benefit you, fill out the form and our somatic practitioner will be in touch.