To all of my DEEP clients – I will no longer be seeing clients at my 205 Ocean Ave. office as of January 1, 2012. Nor will the 773- phone number be available after the first of the year. Please email or call 329-3566 to contact me. Thanks
Note: as of January 1, 2012 my practice will be full time at 440 Forest Avenue in Portland and phone number to reach me is 207-329-3566
What is somatic therapy?
Somatic therapy works directly with the subtle, barely-conscious, sensations of the body. The human nervous system is aware of itself; and with a little shift of attention toward the body, it is possible for a person to become significantly more self-aware.
Why should I try it?
With increased awareness of the body comes a perspective shift. When you react automatically, but are at the same time aware of it, it becomes easier to manage unwanted behavior and to create new. You may become less attached to your own position on things, which gives you an opportunity to reflect, and possibly change.
How does it differ from psychotherapy?
Somatic therapy pays as much attention to the body as it does to the mind. Therefore any experience you bring to the therapy is "embodied," or integrated into an expanded mind/body experience.
How does it work?
The therapist is a coach, to help you bring awareness to the body, track sensation, practice presence, and recognize when awareness departs.
What will it help most?
In addition to the benefits above, somatic therapy helps resolve the serious conditions of: Anxiety – anxiety releases stress hormones, constricts muscles and is very physical. Trauma – trauma creates powerful fear and automatic defense in the body. Habits and addictions - compulsive behavior has strong emotional and physical control over the body.