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Somatic Experiencing Therapy

Somatic Experiencing® (SE) is a body-based, trauma-informed therapy that focuses on how stress and trauma are held in the nervous system. Rather than relying only on talking, SE helps you gently reconnect with your body’s natural capacity to regulate, heal, and restore balance.

What is Somatic Experiencing (SE) Therapy:

 

SE is grounded in the understanding that trauma is not just about what happened-  it’s about how your nervous system responded and whether it had the opportunity to fully process the experience.

 

SE works by helping you:

  • notice bodily sensations in a safe, controlled way

  • build awareness of your nervous system responses

  • gently release stored survival energy

  • restore a sense of safety, grounding, and connection

  • increase your capacity to tolerate emotions and stress

 

This approach is especially helpful for people who feel overwhelmed, shut down, anxious, or disconnected from their bodies.

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SE may be be helpful if you are experiencing:​

  • trauma or complex trauma

  • chronic stress or burnout

  • anxiety, panic, or hypervigilance

  • emotional numbness or shutdown

  • difficulty regulating emotions

  • persistent physical tension or stress-related symptoms

  • feeling “stuck” despite insight-oriented therapy

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Benefits of SE​

  • improved nervous system regulation

  • reduced anxiety and stress responses

  • increased sense of safety in their body

  • greater emotional awareness and resilience

  • decreased trauma-related symptoms

  • stronger connection between mind and body

Take The Next Step...

If you feel like your body is still holding onto stress or trauma - even when you understand it intellectually - Somatic Experiencing therapy can help restore balance, safety, and connection.

Reach out today to book a consultation or learn more about Somatic Experiencing therapy. Services are available in Collingwood and Newmarket, and virtually across Ontario.

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