Somatic Therapy in Colorado
A slowed down and zoomed-in approach for deeper healing.
Is talk therapy not doing it for you?
If:
therapy has become dull, like you keep talking about the same things but nothing’s actually changing
it’s hard to find words for how you’re feeling, and trying to find them isn’t doing any good
you’re still feeling stuck despite being told you’re insightful and self-aware
you understand patterns on an intellectual level, like “I’m not inherently bad, everyone makes mistakes” but struggle to truly believe it
you actually feel more worked up after talk therapy sessions
…it may be time to explore a somatic approach.
What is Somatic Therapy?
Somatic therapy is a mindful, slowed down approach focused on helping your body settle down so you can feel relaxed and present. Somatic is just a fancy way of saying body-focused, so in somatic therapy you’ll be frequently prompted to observe what’s happening in your body, like your breath, sensations, and impulses. Most of our nervous system communicates from body to brain, not brain to body, meaning that if you want to chill out, it’s more efficient to use your body as an anchor instead of your thoughts. This is why somatic therapy works so well: it capitalizes on our nervous system’s natural structure to find calm, peace, and clarity.
What Does A Somatic Session Look Like?
We’ll talk, but unlike in traditional talk therapy, I’ll skillfully interrupt you as your nervous system gets fired up so you can notice the activation and make space for safety and presence in your body before moving on. In talk theryapy, you might go on and on, and when you leave the session you feel just as anxious as before. But in somatic therapy, you’ll tune into the changes that happen as you talk (like faster breath, an impulse to run, tense shoulders, or suddenly spacing out), then I’ll help your nervous system come back to a calm, safe state. We’ll repeat this process again and again—this process teaches your nervous system flexibility so it can settle more easily (something you’re likely struggling to access on your own).
Where words fall short, your body holds the key to lasting transformation.
Do you feel…
like your heart is going to explode as soon as you wake up?
afraid to slow down or spend time alone because as soon as you do, you’re overwhelmed with emotions?
constantly tense, tight, and in pain?
disconnected and numb, like you’re just going through the motions without really being there?
like you can’t relax without using substances, an eating disorder behavior, or scrolling?
*** These are signs of a dysregulated nervous system. ***
When your nervous system is chronically fired up, symptoms like anxiety, overthinking, lack of control around food, and even pain often get worse no matter how hard you try. This is because these are ways you’ve learned to manage stress, and for pain, it’s how your body has responded to trauma and fear. While these adaptive behaviors help in the short-term, they have downsides that make the unsuitable for long-term use. Somatic therapy helps your body learn to feel okay and safe without these habits and their downsides.
This is where somatic therapy comes in.
Somatic therapy can help you…
Ease the feeling of being "on edge" all the time.
Not need to lean on habits that make you feel icky and ashamed.
Reduce pain and tension in your body.
Slow down and smell the roses… and not feel the need to rush through everything all the time.
Feel more alive and present.
Somatic Services
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Therapy Immersives
If you feel stuck or don’t have time for long-term therapy but you want to create meaningful change quickly, therapy immersives offer a focused way to dive deep into what’s holding you back. These sessions are designed to help you break through long-standing challenges, gain clarity, and leave with tools you can immediately apply to your life — all in a shorter amount of time than traditional therapy.
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PTSD and Trauma Therapy
You hesitate to label it trauma because no one physically hurt you, but you feel stuck in patterns of overthinking, people-pleasing, or shutting down, no matter how much you try to change. The weight of past experiences has left you feeling disconnected, overwhelmed, or unsure of who you really are, and you’re ready to not freak out every time you receive a punctuation-less text.
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Chronic Pain Therapy
You’ve tried everything—medications, doctor visits, massage, you name it—but nothing brings lasting relief. Chronic pain can feel isolating and overwhelming, especially when tied to past trauma. Using somatic techniques, I help clients gently uncover the root causes of their pain, finding relief from within and reconnecting with ease in their bodies. You don’t have to do this alone—there’s hope.
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Self-Esteem Therapy
Other people would say they’re impressed by you and you get regular praise from your boss for going “above and beyond”, yet it never feels like enough. You want to walk into a room without immediately retreating to the back corner, and to not hide behind your constantly slouched shoulders. Learn how to let go of self-doubt, tap into your self-worth, and start embracing who you truly are.
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Eating Disorder Meal Support
You’ve spent years in eating disorder therapy or programs but still feel stuck at mealtimes—freezing up, overwhelmed by guilt or fear, or overthinking every bite. In these immersive sessions, we’ll go beyond talking about food to practicing it together. You’ll have support to navigate tough moments, and make meals feel less like a battle and more like care. This is your space to create real, lasting change.
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Nervous System Resets
You’ve been wanting to ask for help, but the thought of opening up to a random person feels overwhelming. A nervous system reset could be the perfect starting point. Using somatic techniques like deep breathing, grounding, and gentle movement, it helps shift your body into a relaxed state of safety. It’s a gentle way to feel more balanced and calm without the pressure of weekly therapy sessions.
Somatic Therapy FAQs
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Somatic therapy can help with a wide range of issues, including trauma, anxiety, chronic stress, and self-esteem challenges. It’s particularly effective for those struggling with patterns like people-pleasing, difficulty setting boundaries, or feeling “stuck” despite their best efforts. By addressing the root causes stored in the body, somatic therapy supports healing and fosters a deeper sense of calm, confidence, and connection.
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Somatic therapy is a body-based approach to healing that helps deactivate the nervous system in ways talk therapy alone can’t. By focusing on the physical sensations tied to your emotions and experiences, it creates space for change rather than keeping you stuck in the same patterns. This work addresses trauma and stress on a bodily level, allowing you to shift out of survival mode and build a foundation for lasting growth and transformation.
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No prior experience with body-focused practices like yoga or meditation is needed for somatic therapy. This approach meets you exactly where you are, gently guiding you to reconnect with your body in ways that feel safe and accessible. Each session is tailored to your comfort level, making it a supportive option for anyone, regardless of experience.