Do you often feel stuck in patterns of stress, anxiety, or emotional pain that don’t go away—even after talking about them? Do physical symptoms like tension, fatigue, or chronic discomfort accompany your emotional struggles? At Red Bank Counseling in Middletown, New Jersey, we offer somatic therapy to address the deep connection between the body and mind. With our care and support, you can get on a powerful path toward healing and trauma recovery.
Understanding Somatic Therapy and How It Works
Somatic therapy recognizes that trauma and emotional distress can become trapped in the body, leading to physical and psychological symptoms. Through it, you can access and process emotions using physical techniques to engage the nervous system and release stored tension. This is unlike traditional talk therapy, which focuses mostly on thoughts and verbal processing.
Some of the common practices used in somatic therapy include:
- Breathwork to regulate stress and bring calm
- Gentle movement to reconnect with bodily sensations
- Touch or body awareness to identify areas of tension or emotional holding
- Mindfulness techniques to stay present and attuned to internal experience
What to Expect During Somatic Therapy
During a somatic therapy session, your therapist will guide you in noticing bodily sensations and responses to certain thoughts, memories, or emotions. Instead of focusing solely on the narrative of your experience, you will explore how it lives in your body. With support, you can learn to release tension, process emotions safely, and build resilience.
Somatic therapy is gentle, paced to your comfort level, and rooted in safety and collaboration. It’s especially effective when paired with other therapeutic approaches.
What Can Somatic Therapy Help With?
Somatic therapy can support healing in areas such as:
- Anxiety and panic attacks
- Depression
- Trauma and PTSD
- Chronic stress and burnout
- Emotional dysregulation
- Body image and self-esteem issues
Get Started With Somatic Healing Today
If you’re ready to move beyond talk and into a deeper level of healing, somatic therapy at Red Bank Counseling in Middletown, NJ, can help. Reach out today to schedule a session and reconnect with your body in a safe, supportive environment.