Somatic therapy is a body-based approach to mental health that focuses on the connection between mind, body, and nervous system. The word somatic means “of the body.”
Rather than only talking about experiences, somatic therapy helps you notice:
Somatic therapy can be especially helpful if you:
Somatic therapy sessions are gentle, flexible, and individualized. Sessions may include
Guided awareness of breath or body sensations
Noticing patterns of tension or relaxation
Grounding exercises to support regulation
Exploring emotions as they show up physically
Integrating movement or stillness as needed
If your body feels like it’s stuck in survival mode, even when you want to feel calm and present, somatic therapy may offer a path forward.
At Golden Roots Therapy, we provide somatic therapy with care, intention, and deep respect for your body’s wisdom.
No. Somatic therapy focuses on the body and nervous system, not detailed storytelling.
Yes. It is gentle, paced, and guided by your comfort level.
That’s very common, and somatic therapy can help rebuild that connection slowly.
Yes. It often works well alongside talk therapy or EMDR.
There’s no set timeline. Progress unfolds at your pace.