Somatic Therapy, San Diego
Somatic Experiencing (SE) is a unique modality of trauma therapy that aims to resolve physical symptoms associated with chronic stress.
Unwind Your Body, Unburden Your Mind
Rooted in somatic psychology, SE recognizes that the body holds and expresses emotions, especially those shaped by traumatic experiences, and works to resolve both psychological and physiological effects of trauma.
Moving beyond traditional methods that focus solely on mental or emotional elements, SE provides a framework that integrates the mind-body connection.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by emotions, disconnected from your body because of past trauma, or burdened by persistent stress, SE offers a gentle and effective path to relief.
Through it, you’ll tap into your body’s natural ability to heal, learning to reconnect with physical sensations, release stored tension, and restore inner balance at a pace that prioritizes your safety and comfort.
"Trauma is not what happens to you, it’s what happens inside you as a result of what happens to you."
How Somatic Experiencing Can Help You
Trauma often manifests in the body as physical symptoms, such as panic attacks, sleep disturbances, chronic pain, disrupted breathing patterns, and persistently elevated heart rate.
Somatic therapy (SE) focuses on reconnecting you with your body to release these stored stress responses and restore emotional balance. It works by identifying where the body is “stuck” in a survival response and provides tools to help you regulate your nervous system.
By learning to unwind physical tension, you can reduce stress and regain control over your body’s response to it. This therapeutic approach promotes a deeper connection to your emotional well-being, helping you to build resilience and return to a sense of calm.
Somatic therapy is effective for individuals of all ages, from children to adults, and can address physical symptoms that haven’t responded to other forms of treatment.
Somatic Therapy: An Alternate Approach
If traditional therapy hasn’t felt like enough or you’re seeking an alternative method that doesn’t involve talking extensively about traumatic events, Somatic Experiencing might be the solution you’re looking for.
This integrative approach goes beyond the mind to access healing on a physical level, helping you feel more present and connected to your body.
Whether you’re facing persistent stress, emotional overwhelm, or physical symptoms that haven’t improved with other therapies, SE offers an alternative route to healing, supporting you in returning to a place of balance and peace.