Professionals Who Specialize in Somatic Therapy

Brenda Landau, LCSW

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

  • In-office Brooklyn
  • $200 Per Session

Rivky Brenda Landau is a Frum Therapist in New York


"My approach is primarily relational, and I use humor when appropriate. We work on understanding your attachment history, and how it shows up in your life. We address unresolved trauma, and work towards healing and growing from those …

  • 🎯 Direct
  • 💙 Warm
  • 😃 Humorous

Simcha Freedman, M.S.Ed., SEP

SomaticExperiencing® Practitioner(SEP)

  • In-office Lakewood
  • $150 - $200 Per Session

Simcha Freedman is a life coach whose approach centers around the vital connection between the mind and body and the use of Somatic Experiencing methods.


"As a Life Coach, my approach centers on the vital connection between the mind and body, employing Somatic Experiencing methods. Somatic Experiencing is a tool designed to alleviate anxiety, stress, and trauma. This approach empowers me to address …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 👂 Listener
  • 🎨 Creative
  • 🧘 Calm

Liba Lurie

Psychologist

  • In-office Jerusalem
  • ₪550 - ₪600 Per Session
  • 1 review

Liba Lurie, Psychologist, helps individuals explore their emotional patterns, trauma, reactivity, and self-awareness through experiential, insight-based therapy.


"My approach is focused on helping you better understand and shift the way you relate to your own internal experience. Rather than focusing only on behavior or trying to find quick fixes, we look at what’s happening underneath …

  • 🎯 Direct
  • 💙 Warm
  • 👂 Listener
  • 🥇 Empowering

Fayge Silverman

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW-R

  • In-office Brooklyn
  • $180 - $200 Per Session
  • Insurance

Fayge Silverman, LCSW, uses Sensorimotor Psychotherapy and other modalities to help people recover from trauma, attachment issues, depression, and anxiety.


"Most of the clients I see have a history of trauma—physical or sexual abuse, attachment trauma, or neglect. I believe strongly that people are naturally inclined to heal; our bodies and minds lean toward wholeness, even if it …

  • 🎯 Direct
  • 💙 Warm
  • 🤝 Collaborative

Robyn Sheiniuk, LCSW

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW

  • Remote only
  • $250 Per Session
  • 11 reviews

Robyn Sheiniuk, LCSW, utilizes psychodynamic therapy & EMDR to explore the significance of experiences & their impact on your present self & interpersonal dynamics.


"I view individuals as complex beings shaped by a wide range of experiences, both positive and negative, that begin in childhood. These early experiences, along with the messages received from important figures in one’s life, contribute to the …

  • 🎯 Direct
  • 💙 Warm
  • 😃 Humorous
  • 💪 Challenging

Erika Needleman

Life Coach for Women

  • In-office Atlanta
  • $250 - $500 Per Session
  • 6 reviews

Erika Needleman is a Torah-informed life coach who uses somatics, breathwork, and mindfulness to support women with their anxiety, trauma, relationships, and growth.


"I started my journey as a yoga student and later became a teacher. Along the way, I immersed myself in all sorts of self-help seminars and personal growth work, including programs like Landmark. In my early 20s, I …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 😃 Humorous
  • 💡 Solution-oriented
  • 🙌 Affirming

Rikki Herbst, PhD, LCSW

Therapists, Doctor of Philosophy

  • In-office New City
  • $225 - $300 Per Session
  • 1 review

Dr. Rikki Herbst, PhD, works with adults & teens using equine-assisted therapy, IFS, & attachment-based approaches to address trauma, anxiety, & life transitions.


"My approach is somatic, relational, and trauma-informed. I integrate parts work through Internal Family Systems, attachment-based therapy, and nervous system regulation to help clients reconnect with their body, mind, and emotions. Sessions are grounded in safety, choice, and …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 👂 Listener
  • 🙌 Affirming
  • 🐣 Out of the box

Lily Thrope, LCSW

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

  • In-office Manhattan
  • $125 - $350 Per Session

Lily Thrope, LCSW, is a Health at Every Size–aligned therapist who uses CBT & DBT to support clients with eating disorders, body image, trauma, & depression.


"My approach is relational, weight-inclusive, and grounded in the belief that you are the expert on your own life. I draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, narrative therapy, mindfulness, and Intuitive Eating, weaving together whatever combination …

  • 🎯 Direct
  • 💙 Warm
  • 🥇 Empowering
  • 🤝 Collaborative

Sarah Shasho, LCSW

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

  • In-office Lakewood
  • $200 - $225 Per Session

Sarah Shasho, LCSW, uses EMDR, IFS, somatic & expressive modalities to help clients heal from trauma, reconnect, & build emotional safety.


"My approach to therapy is grounded in the belief that healing happens in the context of safety, attunement, and connection. I offer a warm, nonjudgmental space where you can feel deeply seen — not just for what you’re …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 🥇 Empowering
  • 🎨 Creative
  • 🧘 Calm

DBT Groups for Adolescents & Adults

Support Groups, DBT Support Groups for Women

  • In-office Cedarhurst
  • $80 - $125 Per Session
  • 3 reviews

Aliza Tropper's DBT support groups help adolescents & adults master mindfulness and practical skills to manage emotions, anxiety, depression, and relationships.


"Our groups are open to females who are seeking emotional balance, resilience, and practical tools to navigate life’s challenges. Each group provides a heart-centered, skill-based environment where participants can build greater awareness, confidence, and connection. The adolescent group …

Amanda Sacks, LCSW, RYT-500

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker & 500-Hour Registered Yoga Teacher

  • In-office Brooklyn
  • $225 - $275 Per Session
  • 1 review

Amanda Sacks, LCSW, RYT-500, provides trauma-informed therapy using CBT, EMDR, mindfulness, and somatic approaches to support healing and emotional well-being.


"I believe therapy should be as unique as you are. Each session is designed to honor the many dimensions of who you are, embracing a holistic, whole-person approach guided by warmth and compassion. While I draw on traditional …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 🥇 Empowering
  • 🌎 Holistic
  • 🤝 Collaborative

Sara Blank, LMSW

Therapists, Licensed Master Social Work: IN PERSON SESSIONS ONLY

  • In-office Brooklyn
  • $75 - $85 Per Session
  • Insurance

Sara Blank, LMSW, works from an attachment-focused lens, IFS, and uses trauma-informed practices to ensure that the therapy process feels safe and empowering.


"I see therapy as a deeply collaborative process—a partnership where your voice, experiences, and goals take center stage. I aim to create a safe, compassionate space where you feel heard, understood, and supported as you navigate your unique …

  • 🎯 Direct
  • 💙 Warm
  • 💪 Challenging
  • 🥇 Empowering

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Understanding Somatic Therapy: Somatic Therapy is an innovative approach to psychotherapy that recognizes the connection between the mind and body. It focuses on the relationship between physical sensations, emotions, and psychological well-being. Somatic Therapists help individuals explore and release bodily tension, trauma, and stress to promote healing and emotional growth. Application and Scope of Somatic Therapy: Somatic Therapy is applied to a variety of concerns, including trauma recovery, stress management, anxiety, and chronic pain. It's particularly effective for individuals who want to address the physical manifestations of emotional distress or trauma. Somatic Therapy can be beneficial for people of all backgrounds and is often used as part of a holistic approach to healing. What to Expect in Somatic Therapy Sessions: In Somatic Therapy sessions, individuals work with a trained therapist who helps them become more aware of physical sensations, tension, and emotions. The therapy may include body-based techniques such as breathwork, mindfulness, and gentle movement. Through the therapeutic process, individuals learn to release stored tension and emotions in the body, leading to improved overall well-being.

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