Somatic
Counseling & Therapy
Start Healing from the Inside Out and Rediscover a Sense of Calm, Clarity, and Connection
Do you feel like no matter how much you talk about your struggles or try to “think your way” through them, the heaviness, discomfort, and pain never truly go away?
Maybe you keep reliving stressful or painful memories – even if you can’t explain why they’re resurfacing now.
Perhaps your anxiety feels wired into your body, with tension in your chest, a pit in your stomach, or a constant sense of restlessness that talking alone never seems to ease.
Or maybe you feel numb, disconnected, or like you’re moving through life on autopilot – unable to feel grounded, emotionally engaged, or fully present, no matter how much you wish you could.
If you’re like many of the clients who come to us for help, you may find yourself asking questions like:
- “Why does therapy never seem to really help?”
- “Why does my body always feel on edge, even when I know everything is okay?”
- “Will I ever be able to truly relax and feel at peace?”
Sound familiar? If so, you’re far from alone.
We know what it’s like to keep trying to “push through” – to battle symptoms day after day, numb yourself with distractions, or try to talk yourself out of how you really feel. But when your body is still holding onto old tension, trauma, and stress, those feelings don’t just fade. They’ll keep resurfacing until they finally get the attention and space they need to heal.
So where do you turn when nothing seems to work – not even counseling or therapy?
Fortunately, there is another way forward.
By working directly with your body, somatic counseling and therapy can often help where traditional talk therapy alone may fall short.
Somatic therapy gives you a way to process and release what’s been stuck on a physical level, so you can reconnect with yourself and finally experience the sense of calm and wholeness you’ve been searching for.
If you’re ready to try something new, contact us today to schedule a free, 15-minute phone consultation and find out whether somatic counseling and therapy are right for you.
How Somatic Counseling & Therapy Can Help
Traditional talk therapy focuses on our thoughts, beliefs, and emotions – and for good reason. Our beliefs shape our thoughts, which influence our emotions and affect how we engage with others and the world around us.
But healing from trauma can be more complicated …
Trauma isn’t always about a single, life-threatening event. Emotional neglect, bullying, or feeling deeply isolated can leave lasting imprints too. And those experiences don’t just live in your mind – they often linger in your body, stored in your nervous system as tension, anxiety, exhaustion, or a sense of feeling “shut down.”
When the body’s role in holding trauma is left unaddressed, talk therapy can only go so far.
That’s where somatic therapy comes in …
Somatic therapy combines talk therapy with body-focused therapy techniques – such as mindfulness, breathwork, EMDR, and gentle movement exercises – to help you reconnect with your body, understand what it’s holding, and release patterns of tension and stress in a safe, supportive way.
By bringing awareness to your body, you can begin to:
- Calm your nervous system so you no longer feel constantly on edge
- Release stored tension and emotional pain that words alone can’t reach
- Feel more grounded, present, and connected to yourself and your relationships
- Build resilience so challenges and stress don’t feel so overwhelming
- Restore a sense of safety and trust in your own body, relationships, and life
By bringing awareness to your body, you can begin to:
- Calm your nervous system so you no longer feel constantly on edge
- Release stored tension and emotional pain that words alone can’t reach
- Feel more grounded, present, and connected to yourself and your relationships
- Build resilience so challenges and stress don’t feel so overwhelming
- Restore a sense of safety and trust in your own body, relationships, and life
Somatic therapy isn’t about forcing anything or reliving traumatic events. It’s a gentle, guided process that meets you where you are, helping you slowly rebuild balance and connection from the inside out.
At Humboldt Therapy, we understand that true healing means addressing the whole person – mind, body, and spirit.
Our therapists integrate somatic practices into counseling and therapy to help you release what’s been holding you back and reconnect with your natural capacity to heal.
Depending on your comfort level and needs, somatic therapy may include:
- Breathwork and grounding techniques to help calm your body and mind
- Body awareness exercises to help you notice where tension or emotion is stored
- Gentle movement or posture work to release stuck patterns
- Mindfulness practices that reconnect you to the present moment
- Guided exploration of sensations to process emotions without overwhelm
Each session moves at your pace and is tailored to your goals. You’re always in control – we’re here to help guide you as you reconnect with your body’s innate wisdom and resilience.
Contact us today, schedule your free, initial phone consultation, get your questions answered, and find out how somatic counseling and therapy can help you.
Do We Have the Best Somatic Therapist for You?
Finding the right therapist matters – especially when you’re seeking body-based work. You want someone who not only understands somatic approaches but also helps you feel safe, supported, and truly seen.
We also know that we’re all unique individuals. We come from different backgrounds. We face challenges in different ways. And we all take different paths towards healing and growth.
This is why – just as no one somatic treatment technique works equally well for every individual – no one clinician can be the best somatic therapist for every client.
Fortunately …
Humboldt Therapy is much more than just one therapist!
Our diverse, compassionate team brings a variety of backgrounds, identities, and therapeutic approaches, so we can help you find someone who feels like the right match for you.
When you reach out, we’ll take the time to understand your needs and preferences and connect you with a therapist who integrates somatic practices in a way that feels right for you – whether you prefer a structured approach, a deeply gentle and attuned presence, or something in between.
We’re here to provide you:
- A safe, nonjudgmental space in which you can explore what your mind and body are holding
- Therapists trained in somatic and evidence-based approaches, so you can trust you’re getting effective, compassionate care
- A collaborative, tailored process that moves at your pace
- A holistic perspective, because we know anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions often intertwine with what your body carries
- Support for people of all backgrounds and identities, with an inclusive, affirming approach rooted in social-justice values and feminist therapy
- Sliding scale payment options and acceptance of Aetna, Blue Shield, Medi-Cal Partnership, and Central California Alliance for Health – we can even help you verify your out-of-network benefits using Mentaya (see below)
Our therapists also collaborate and consult with each other regularly, so you benefit from the shared expertise of our whole team.
Of course, the only way to really find out if we have the best somatic therapist for you is to contact us, schedule an initial consultation, and see if one of our team members feels like a good fit.
If nothing you’ve tried has helped you feel lighter, calmer, and more connected, somatic counseling may be the change you need.
You don’t have to keep struggling alone. In fact, you don’t have to keep struggling at all.
Let us help you reconnect with your body, release what’s been weighing you down, and find the balance you’ve been looking for.
Contact us today, schedule a free, 15-minute initial phone consultation, and take the first step toward a clearer, calmer, more connected life.