The Body Keeps Score: Understanding Somatic Therapy and Stored Trauma

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When the Past Lives in Our Bodies Have you ever noticed how your shoulders tense during stress, or your stomach tightens in certain situations? These aren’t random responses – they’re your body’s way of telling its story. Somatic therapy reveals how trauma, especially inherited trauma, leaves its imprint not just in our minds, but in […]

Understanding Integrative Somatic Therapy: A Body-Mind Approach to Healing Trauma

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As a certified integrative somatic therapist in Ireland, I’ve witnessed the profound impact that body-centered therapeutic approaches can have on healing trauma and chronic stress. Somatic therapy represents a revolutionary shift in how we understand and treat emotional challenges, moving beyond traditional talk therapy to engage the body’s innate wisdom in the healing process. What […]

The Healing Power of Somatic Touch: A Journey into Connection and Calm

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In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to feel disconnected from our bodies. Stress, anxiety, and constant distractions often leave us feeling ungrounded and overwhelmed. Somatic touch offers a simple yet profound way to reconnect with ourselves, providing comfort, grounding, and emotional healing through intentional self-touch. This blog explores the concept of somatic touch, its benefits, […]

Healing Without Words: How Somatic Therapy Addresses Trauma Beyond Talk

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Trauma leaves an indelible mark not only on the mind but also on the body. While traditional talk therapies focus on verbal expression, somatic therapy delves into the physical manifestations of trauma, offering a holistic path to healing. Understanding Somatic Therapy Somatic therapy is a body-centred approach that recognises the profound connection between the mind […]

Integrative Somatic Therapy and Depression: A Holistic Approach to Emotional Healing

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Depression is a complex and multifaceted mental health condition that affects millions of people worldwide. Traditional treatments, such as medication and talk therapy, can be effective for many individuals, but there are cases where these approaches alone may not fully address the underlying issues contributing to depression. Integrative somatic therapy offers a holistic approach that […]

The Body’s Language: Understanding Anxiety Through Somatic Therapy

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In the contemporary world, where the mind races with thoughts, concerns, and apprehensions, anxiety has become a close companion for many. While traditional therapy has focused predominantly on the mind, there’s growing recognition of the importance of understanding and treating the body’s response to anxiety. Enter somatic therapy, a holistic approach that emphasizes the integral […]