Relational Somatic Therapy
The core of my approach.
Relational somatic therapy is a groundbreaking approach to healing trauma.
The word 'soma' refers to the body experienced from within. By tracking sensation, movement, emotion and perception of your inner world, and accompanied by the safe and caring presence of the therapist, innate healing is awakened and vitality is restored.
Trauma has been defined not as an event itself, but as a psychological wound that occurs within an individual in response to a distressing experience. It is the body's inherent wisdom that stores this high charge of energy that is too overwhelming to integrate. When activated, it can cause suffering, often restricting emotional, physical, mental, and spiritual wellbeing.
"We cannot change what happened but we can change how the body holds it."
- J. Mariah Moser
Relational somatic therapy offers healing from the wounds of trauma.
The focus of this approach is on the body's information, the sensory and emotional information, instead of the details of the distressing event.
Within the safe and skilfull environment, you are accompanied to gently resolve trauma and restore vitality. Resourcing the body and steadying the nervous system are central so that the body, in its inherent wisdom, can re-establish regulation and ease. It is a process is full of compassion, skill, and care.
Key elements include your willingness to:
Slow Down
Be Curious
Withhold Judgment
Present Moment Awareness
Deprioritize the Thinking Mind
Engage the Senses
"It is only through relationship that unresolved suffering can be transformed into love and connection." - Sharon Stanley
COUNSELLING RATES
Individual Counselling
I recommend an initial one hour session. You have the opportunity to detail your intentions for our work together and I explain in detail how I work. You can ask any questions you may have, and I too may inquire to know more from you.
The initial session allows an exchange of communication and the opportunity to experience a relational somatic process. This gives enough time for you to determine if it feels like a good fit to continue, and for me to ensure that I am able to best support your needs.
Rates
60 minutes - $130
90 minutes - $190
Currently offering online sessions.