Why You Cannot Think Your Way Out of Trauma: The Science of Somatic Healing
Your body has its own timeline. And it does not care about your insights. By Abi Beri | Integrative Somatic Therapist [Reading time: 12 minutes] You have read the books. You have done the journaling. You have been in therapy — good therapy, even — and you understand your patterns. You can trace them back […]
Why Talk Therapy Isn’t Enough for Trauma (And What Actually Works)
You’ve been in therapy for months, maybe years. You’ve talked about your trauma extensively. You understand what happened, why it happened, how it affected you. You’ve gained insight, processed memories, worked through cognitive distortions. Your therapist is skilled, compassionate, and committed to your healing. Yet something crucial remains unresolved. Your body still tenses when triggered. […]
5 Benefits Of Somatic Therapy: A Path to Healing Mind, Body, and Spirit
Welcome to our blog, where today, we’re exploring the transformative world of somatic therapy. Developed by Dr. Peter Levine, this therapeutic approach is not just another method for addressing mental health conditions; it’s a comprehensive journey that intertwines the mind, body, and spirit. Utilizing a body-centric methodology, somatic therapy aims to forge a deep connection […]
Understanding the Power of Somatic Therapy in Mental Health
Developed by Dr. Peter Levine, somatic therapy, often referred to as somatic experiencing, takes a holistic approach to healing by integrating the mind, body, and spirit. This therapy targets various mental health conditions by reconnecting the mind and body. Research indicates its efficacy, with notable outcomes like a study revealing that almost half of the […]
