Restorative Somatic Touch Therapy
Somatic Experiencing® touch therapy is an advanced technique within Somatic Experiencing®, a body-oriented approach to trauma resolution, that uses gentle, non-manipulative touch to help clients release stored trauma and regulate their nervous systems. It's not massage or manipulation but a way to support the body's natural healing processes by addressing physical and emotional tension patterns.
Not massage or manipulation:
Somatic Experiencing® touch is gentle and supportive, NOT about manipulating or correcting the body.
Focus on body-mind connection:
It recognizes the strong link between the body and the nervous system, and how trauma can manifest physically.
Aims to release stored trauma:
By using touch, it helps clients release physical tension and discomfort, allowing them to access and process past traumatic experiences.
Regulates the nervous system:
Somatic touch helps shift the nervous system from a state of stress or anxiety to a state of relaxation and safety, promoting overall well-being.
Enhances body awareness:
It helps clients become more aware of their body sensations and how their body responds to different situations.