Somatic Psychotherapy

What does Somatic Psychotherapy help with?

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Somatic Psychotherapy is a body-centered approach to therapy that recognizes the deep connection between the mind, body, and emotions. It helps people become more aware of how stress, trauma, and emotions are stored in the body, and how physical sensations can guide healing.

“Soma” means body, and somatic therapy works with both talk and body-based techniques to help people process and release stuck emotions and trauma.

  • Increases awareness of feelings in the body

  • Releases trauma stored in the body, located beyond conscious awareness

  • Reduces physical pain or discomfort by treating the trauma at its root

  • Connects body feelings with emotions and thoughts

trauma,

dissociation,

panic attacks,

stress & anxiety,

chronic pain,

emotional overwhelm,

trauma, dissociation, panic attacks, stress & anxiety, chronic pain, emotional overwhelm,

  • “Sometimes the smallest step in the right direction ends up being the biggest step of your life. Tiptoe if you must, but take a step.”

    -Naeem Callaway

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What you can expect at Selah

We know that every person carries unique experiences and circumstances with them to therapy.

We believe your counselling experience should integrate a process that seeks to bring you hope and change through the following steps:

  1. You will pick whether you want to attend in-person, virtual or hybrid. 

  2. You will get started with your initial session. Relationship building is the most crucial stage during this appointment, as trust and connection are vital in the therapeutic process. It takes “on average”, two or more sessions before you can determine your fit with the therapist. We always say, “Don’t give up on counselling, but connect with a new counsellor if not a good fit.” Don’t hesitate to contact our Intake Coordinator at 519-281-1845 or intake@selahsupport.ca if not a good fit. 80% of your change in therapy is about the relationship with your therapist. 

  3. During your initial sessions, you will share your current circumstances and areas you would like to see changed, and then we will go from there. We want to get to know you.  

  4. Once you and your therapist feel you are comfortable and present concerns and desires are shared, you will begin to work through various activities, skills, and treatment methods We aim to work with you in partnership, helping you gain insight and new skills that create an environment for change. 

Let’s work together.