Heal Through the Body with Somatic Therapy
Release stored trauma and reconnect with your body’s natural wisdom
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Somatic Therapy focuses on the connection between the mind and body to help release tension, emotional pain, and trauma stored within the nervous system. By learning to tune into body sensations and regulate the stress response, clients experience deep relief, calm, and renewed vitality.
What Is Somatic Therapy?
A Body-Based Path to Emotional Healing​
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Somatic Therapy is an evidence-based, body-centered approach to healing that recognizes the body as a key part of emotional recovery. Rather than focusing solely on thoughts or behaviors, Somatic Therapy works by helping clients notice and release the physical manifestations of stress and trauma that are held in the body.
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This method draws on techniques such as body awareness, mindful breathing, grounding exercises, and gentle movement. The goal is to help the nervous system reset, restoring a natural state of balance and safety.
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By integrating physical awareness with emotional processing, Somatic Therapy supports long-term healing and a stronger mind-body connection.
Why the Body Holds Trauma
Understanding the Science of Somatic Healing
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Trauma is not only stored in memory but also within the nervous system. When an experience overwhelms the body’s ability to process it, the energy of that event becomes trapped in the body, creating chronic tension, hypervigilance, or emotional numbness.​
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Somatic Therapy helps release this stored energy through awareness and regulation. By slowing down and observing physical sensations, clients can safely discharge built-up stress and allow the nervous system to complete its natural healing cycle.
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This process helps reduce symptoms such as anxiety, fatigue, muscle pain, and emotional overwhelm, allowing for greater peace and presence in daily life.
Benefits of Somatic Therapy
Restoring Balance to Mind and Body
​Somatic Therapy offers many benefits for both physical and emotional well-being. It is particularly effective for those who experience:
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Chronic stress or anxiety
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Unresolved trauma or PTSD
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Emotional detachment or numbness
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Burnout or chronic fatigue
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Muscle tension or pain with no clear cause
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Difficulty feeling grounded or present
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Clients often report feeling calmer, more centered, and more connected to their bodies. Over time, the therapy promotes greater emotional resilience, improved relationships, and a deep sense of safety within oneself.
What Happens in a Somatic Therapy Session
Creating Safety and Awareness in the Body
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Each session begins with mindful grounding to help you connect with your body and the present moment. Through guided exploration, you will be invited to notice sensations such as warmth, pressure, tightness, or movement within your body. These sensations often carry emotional information that can guide the healing process.​
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Jacklynne offers gentle prompts and regulation techniques to help you stay within a comfortable range of awareness known as the “window of tolerance.” This ensures that healing unfolds safely and gradually. Over time, the body learns that it is safe to relax, express, and release.
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Whether sessions are conducted in-person or virtually, the process is deeply personalized and supportive.​
The Role of the Nervous System in Somatic Healing
Regulating and Restoring Natural Rhythms
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The nervous system plays a central role in how we experience safety and connection. When the nervous system is stuck in patterns of fight, flight, or freeze, it can lead to chronic emotional and physical symptoms.
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Somatic Therapy teaches the body to return to regulation through grounding, mindful awareness, and slow movement. This helps activate the parasympathetic nervous system, which promotes rest and recovery.
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By learning to listen to the body’s cues and respond with compassion, clients can gradually build resilience and self-trust. The result is a renewed sense of calm, clarity, and presence.
Integrating Somatic Therapy with Other Modalities
A Holistic and Collaborative Approach
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​Jacklynne integrates Somatic Therapy with EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Trauma-Informed Yoga Therapy to provide a full-spectrum approach to trauma healing.
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This integration allows for both top-down and bottom-up healing, addressing trauma through the body, emotions, and mind. Clients gain tools for nervous system regulation, emotional expression, and cognitive reframing that support lasting transformation.
TESTIMONIALS
"I’ve been to a lot of different therapists and felt exhausted by talk therapy, yet still stuck. I was referred to Jacklynne when I expressed that I was interested in a more somatic approach, and I’ve found her use of IFS really helpful in reframing my depression. If you’re stuck in talk therapy and you want to go deeper and “do the work”, Jacklynne’s intuition, compassion, creativity and resourcefulness will help you to unpack and gain more insight into yourself and what you need!"
"I was immediately impressed by the thoughtful and incisive questions Jacklynne asked. She has a kind presence and I felt very comfortable sharing with her. She presented me with tools in a clear and concise way which I appreciate because I have a short attention span. When I asked questions about the application of the tools, she gave clear and quick feedback. I left my session impressed by her listening skills, her observations and helpful recommendations. I felt a sense of relief after the session and I couldn’t stop smiling. It felt good to feel comfortable sharing things I usually keep to myself. I look forward to working with her."
"I am so happy I found Jacklynne. She is an incredible therapist who really cares about my well being. I am a survivor of complex trauma. Jacklynne not only provides a compassionate and safe space, but she also helps me with somatic tools to regulate my nervous system. I am so grateful to have her in my corner. I could not recommend her more."
