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Professionals Who Specialize in Somatic Therapy
Annabeth Chickering, LCPC, NCC
Therapist, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
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Chicago
- $150 - $175
- Insurance
- 1 review
"At Inner Choice Psychotherapy, my colleagues and I strive to provide culturally sensitive care to all. I believe deeply that the relationship between therapist and client is at the very core of meaningful therapy. It is both my …
Linda Charlaff, LCSW
Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
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Houston
- $225
- 1 review
"I believe that we all have the ability to heal ourselves from within. We already have resources inside of us, and my role is to help my clients access those resources. I am direct, warm, challenging, a good …
Rochi Katzman
Somatic Practitioner
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Crown Heights
- $200
- 6 reviews
"My main outline is to pace the sessions and pace our time together, because if we rush the process, we can end up leaving parts of the self behind. The work unfolds best when we move with the …
Tani Polansky, PhD
Psychologist, Psychotherapist & Coach
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Nashville
- $300 - $650
- 4 reviews
"I believe that real change begins when you move beyond talking about your life to engaging with the patterns that have been keeping you stuck, head on. My approach is dynamic, intensely collaborative, and designed to empower you …
Dr. Leah Katz, PhD
Therapist, Doctor of Psychology
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Boca Raton
- $275 - $300
- 1 review
"I offer both in-person and virtual support for teenagers and adults in Florida, as well as virtual sessions for clients in Oregon and New York. I specialize in helping people navigate anxiety, relationship struggles, perfectionism, burnout, and complex …
Mordy Gottlieb, LCSW
Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
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Monsey
- $300
- 1 review
"My approach is experiential, relational, and direct. I’m not here just to listen — I’m here to be with you in the work. Healing begins when we stop avoiding and start telling the truth. It happens when we …
Michal Goldman, LCSW
Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
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Kew Gardens Hills
- $250
- 3 reviews
"My approach to therapy is primarily experiential, which means I focus on helping you actively experience new, more secure ways of relating to yourself and to each other in the room, rather than only talking about what you …
Naomi Lerman - Victory Dance Coaching
Certified Somatic Trauma-Informed Coach
"My approach to coaching is rooted in the belief that lasting healing happens when we care for the whole person: mind, body, and soul. While insight is an important part of the healing process, understanding ourselves alone doesn't …
Miriam Plutchok, LCSW
Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
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Brooklyn
- $250 - $300
"My approach is rooted in psychodynamic therapy, exploring how your past experiences and relationships shape the way you think, feel, and connect with others today. Together, we'll uncover patterns operating beneath the surface that quietly influence your emotions, …
Simi Fromen, Coach
Life Coach | Somatic| Soul Work
"My approach to coaching is integrative, compassionate, and grounded in somatic practices that gently guide people back into connection with their bodies. I draw on breathwork, mindfulness, movement, journaling, mindset, and somatic healing tools to help clients regulate …
Chaya Bukiet, LMFT
Therapist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
"My approach to therapy is rooted in creating a safe and supportive space where meaningful change can happen. I draw on several therapeutic modalities to offer care that is thoughtful and personalized, with a strong emphasis on Emotionally …
Brooke English
Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, RYT
"In my practice, I've accumulated over a decade of experience specializing in helping adults and adolescents who have encountered various forms of trauma. This includes individuals who grew up in abusive or emotionally neglectful households, those who experienced …
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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.