Somatic Healing and Coaching

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Somatic healing is an approach to healing that focuses on the connection between the mind and the body. In simple terms, it recognizes that our physical and emotional well-being are intertwined, and that addressing both aspects is essential for overall health.

This method acknowledges that the body can hold onto stress, trauma, and emotional experiences, manifesting in physical symptoms or discomfort. Somatic healing techniques aim to release tension, promote relaxation, and restore balance by engaging the body in the healing process. These may include activities like deep breathing, movement exercises, body awareness practices, and various forms of touch therapy.

In essence, somatic healing emphasizes the importance of tuning into bodily sensations and using them as a pathway to address emotional issues or trauma. By fostering a mindful connection with the body, individuals can enhance their overall well-being and promote healing from within.

Examples of somatic healing exercises:

Deep Breathing Exercises:

• • Engaging in intentional and deep breathing helps activate the body's relaxation response, reducing stress and promoting a sense of calm. Practices like diaphragmatic breathing or rhythmic breathing can be effective in somatic healing.

• Body Scan Meditation:

  • This involves paying close attention to each part of the body, often starting from the toes and progressing to the head. The focus is on noticing sensations without judgment, promoting awareness and releasing tension.

• Mindful Movement Practices (e.g., Yoga, Tai Chi):

  • Activities that combine movement with breath awareness, such as yoga or tai chi, can help individuals reconnect with their bodies. These practices promote flexibility, strength, and mindfulness, fostering a holistic sense of well-being.

• Bioenergetic Exercises:

  • Bioenergetics involves movements and postures designed to release physical and emotional tension stored in the body. Examples include grounding exercises, shaking or vibrating movements, and stretches aimed at unlocking areas of held tension.

• Somatic Experiencing (SE):

  • Developed by Dr. Peter Levine, SE is a therapeutic approach that focuses on releasing trauma and stress stored in the body. It involves gentle and gradual exploration of physical sensations related to traumatic experiences, helping individuals discharge stored energy and restore a sense of safety.

It's important to note that these exercises should be approached with awareness and, in some cases, under the guidance of a qualified practitioner, especially when dealing with trauma or emotional issues. Each person may respond differently to somatic healing practices, so it's advisable to explore and find what works best for individual needs and preferences.

As a coach, I help clients to:

• formulate and answer their life questions

• discover their purpose, goals, vision and passion

• awaken their inner potential

• stay focused

• honestly look at their old patterns and unconscious behaviors and confront these

• work through the blockages (physical, mental, or emotional) that inevitably come up during self-transformation and inner growth.

Somatic Healing/Coaching Session Pricing

• Somatic Healing session 60 minutes - $100