Holistic Therapy Services in Maryland and Texas | Somatic Therapy
Somatic Therapy at Rooted & Resilient Art Therapy and Counseling
Somatic therapy is a body-centered approach that helps you process and release the physical and emotional effects of stress, trauma, and anxiety. By tuning into the body’s sensations, movements, and rhythms, somatic therapy supports healing at both a physical and emotional level, helping you feel more grounded, regulated, and resilient.
At Rooted & Resilient Therapy, somatic therapy can be integrated with talk therapy, art therapy, and EMDR when appropriate, creating a holistic approach to mental health and well-being.
What Is Somatic Therapy?
Somatic therapy emphasizes the mind-body connection, recognizing that trauma, stress, and emotional pain are often stored in the body. Through gentle body awareness, movement, breathwork, and other somatic techniques, therapy helps you:
Release tension and stress stored in the body
Regulate emotions and nervous system responses
Increase body awareness and presence
Process trauma safely and effectively
Cultivate self-compassion and grounding
This modality is especially supportive for people navigating anxiety, trauma, neurodivergence, relational stress, or identity-related challenges.
How It Works
During somatic therapy sessions:
You’ll be guided to notice bodily sensations, posture, and movement patterns
Techniques may include grounding exercises, breathwork, gentle movement, or guided awareness
You’ll learn to connect physical sensations with emotional experiences, helping you process them safely
Sessions may integrate talk therapy or creative methods to support insight and reflection
By working with the body directly, somatic therapy can help reduce chronic tension, improve emotional regulation, and support lasting healing.
Who Can Benefit?
Somatic therapy can support teens and adults who are:
Experiencing trauma or complex PTSD
Living with anxiety, stress, or panic
Navigating relational or attachment challenges
Healing from neurodivergence-related overwhelm or sensory dysregulation
Seeking to increase self-awareness and emotional resilience
Wanting a body-centered approach to processing emotions and experiences
Accessing Somatic Therapy
Somatic therapy sessions are offered virtually throughout Maryland and Texas, making therapy accessible from home. Sessions are tailored to your needs and can be combined with other therapeutic modalities, such as EMDR, art therapy, or talk therapy, depending on your goals and comfort level.
Ready to Begin?
If you’re ready to explore somatic therapy, you can schedule a free consultation call by clicking here to learn more and determine if this approach is right for you. Somatic therapy offers a path to reconnect with your body, release stored tension, and cultivate a sense of safety, presence, and self-compassion.