Somatic therapy comes from the Greek word soma, meaning whole-body. It is considered a bottoms-up approach the starts with the body in a holistic manner combining body, mind, and spirit. Somatic therapy is particularly useful in trauma therapy but everyone can benefit from further exploration of their bodies. Our culture is constantly telling us to push through and grin, somatic therapy is a temporary slow down and attunement to awareness. 

Many people find that after utilizing somatic therapy techniques, they are able to fully feel embodied or themselves for the first time after their trauma. Many people also experience an increase in intuition, “knowing” or self-healling abilities. 

My approach is unique to each person and incorporates sensorimotor psychotherapy, breahtwork, mindfulness, existentialism, and transpersonal psychology. This work is always client-centered, consent based, and non-judgemental. 

Sensoriomotor psychotherapy is a somatic approach which uses the body as a resource. The therapist is a guide for individuals to remember their bodies inherent wisdom and ability to heal. For sensorimotor psychotherapy the narrative is a secondary part of the process, it incorporates mindfulness to identify trauma, stress, and response reactions in our body. The goal of sensorimotor psychotherapy is to move into a space of wellbeing, the space where we are able to care for ourselves, feel safety, purpose, connection, and relationship. 

I am currency accepting clients for telehealth and in office in Charlotte, NC. I know the courage it takes to make that first appointment and reserve slots each week for same week appointments. For individuals wishing to make an appointment the contact page will include my current calendar availability to schedule. To address questions or concerns you can schedule a free 15 minute consultation.

Appointments are available as early at 7:00am and as late as 7:00pm to provide more accessibility.

At this time I am an out of network provider for all insurance companies. I would be happy to provide documentation for out of network submission. We do also offer two sliding scale spots at all time and hoping to expand this offering in the future.

 The individuals I work with have usually accommodated the needs of others ahead of their own for their entire lives. Working with a self-pay therapist, to me, is a step in empowerment and embodiment.  You are in absolute control of the length of sessions, spacing of sessions, diagnosis, and practices. 

From a clinical standpoint, there is no need for a diagnosis if it is not requested from the client, freedom to collaborate on a plan that truly prioritizes healing, and creates a true client-centered experience.