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Your body holds the story of your life. Stress, overwhelm, injury, and difficult experiences can leave lasting patterns in the nervous system that may show up as chronic pain, tension, fatigue, anxiety, or a sense of disconnection from your body.

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Trauma-informed somatic bodywork is a gentle, respectful approach that supports your body's natural ability to regulate and heal. Rather than forcing change, sessions focus on creating a safe, collaborative experience where your comfort, choice, and boundaries are honored every step of the way.

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Using gentle, hands-on techniques and mindful awareness, we work with your nervous system to help release patterns of tension, restore balance, and increase your sense of ease. There is no need to relive or talk through difficult experiences for the work to be effective. Your body sets the pace, and every session is guided by what feels safe and supportive for you. Somatic bodywork is all about helping you become more aware of your body, release tension, and improve your overall physical and emotional well-being.

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This approach may help with:

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• Chronic pain and persistent muscle tension

• Stress, anxiety, and nervous system dysregulation

• Emotional overwhelm and burnout

• Feeling disconnected from your body

• Improved relaxation and sleep

• Greater resilience, presence, and overall well-being

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Whether you're seeking relief from physical discomfort or looking to feel more grounded and connected, trauma-informed somatic bodywork offers a compassionate space for your body to unwind, recover, and heal.

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WHAT IS THE MIND-BODY CONNECTION?

The mind-body connection refers to the two-way connection and interaction between our mental state and our bodies. This is where our mental processes can directly influence our physical health and vice versa. Our body houses all of our life experiences, positive and negative. Somatic bodywork can help you reconnect and relax both the body and mind.

 

WHAT DO I NEED TO KNOW BEFORE A SOMATIC BODYWORK SESSION?

Somatic Bodywork can be experienced fully clothed or undressed and draped like a traditional massage. Each session is tailored to your needs at the time of the session. Sessions are collaborative and can include somatic mindfulness, Reiki, guided meditation, breathwork, and traditional massage techniques. 

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WHAT SHOULD I EXPECT DURING A SOMATIC BODYWORK SESSION?

Before getting on the massage table, I will invite you to close your eyes and check in with your body. After you check in, I will ask you to tell me where you are feeling stress, tension, pain, or emotional feelings in your body. We will then transition to the massage table. While on the table, I will use a variety of gentle, hands-on techniques to help release tension and promote relaxation. In addition to hands-on techniques, I may include breathwork and guided meditation to increase the feeling of relaxation and further reduce tension. 

 

Following the massage, I will ask you to close your eyes again and check in with your body and revisit how you are feeling. We will note the differences (if any), and I may suggest things you can do at home to increase your mind-body connection.  ​