Somatic Therapists in Santa Fe, NM
Genie Hobbs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Santa Fe, NM 87505
With over 30 years of experience serving as a therapist to children, adolescents and adults, I work from an integrative perspective and rely on a broad range of techniques including psychodynamic, transpersonal, somatic experiencing and family systems interventions. I often integrate traditional therapeutic approaches with coachiing techniques depending on your unique needs and goals. As a serious student of shamanism for more than 20 years, I combine these contemporary methods with ancient indigenous wisdom to support a connection to your heart, your inner wisdom, and your personal power.
With over 30 years of experience serving as a therapist to children, adolescents and adults, I work from an integrative perspective and rely on a broad range of techniques including psychodynamic, transpersonal, somatic experiencing and family systems interventions. I often integrate traditional therapeutic approaches with coachiing techniques depending on your unique needs and goals. As a serious student of shamanism for more than 20 years, I combine these contemporary methods with ancient indigenous wisdom to support a connection to your heart, your inner wisdom, and your personal power.
Integrative Therapy & Healing Solutions
Occupational Therapist, MA, OTR/L, SEP
Verified Verified
Santa Fe, NM 87507
As both an Occupational Therapist and a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, I have developed a deep understanding of human development and how difficult early experiences create patterns of behavior.
You do not need to live feeling stressed, anxious and/or bothered by past traumatic events. You possess an inherent healing potential within, and with support and the benefit of Somatic Experiencing, you will be able to change and feel better. Using Somatic Experiencing and other healing modalities, I will help you to understand your experiences and support the gentle release of stress and and trauma from your nervous system. I believe that therapy is a collaborative process, therefore, I will work in partnership with you as you are the expert on your experience and that together we can create the conditions for your well-being.
As both an Occupational Therapist and a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, I have developed a deep understanding of human development and how difficult early experiences create patterns of behavior.
You do not need to live feeling stressed, anxious and/or bothered by past traumatic events. You possess an inherent healing potential within, and with support and the benefit of Somatic Experiencing, you will be able to change and feel better. Using Somatic Experiencing and other healing modalities, I will help you to understand your experiences and support the gentle release of stress and and trauma from your nervous system. I believe that therapy is a collaborative process, therefore, I will work in partnership with you as you are the expert on your experience and that together we can create the conditions for your well-being.
Jessica Bloome
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Santa Fe, NM 87501 (Online Only)
Trained in Internalized Family Systems (IFS) and utilizing talk therapy, somatic techniques, and expressive arts therapy, I help clients tap into their innate strengths and creativity.
Are you desiring more self-acceptance, self-trust, and self-love? Do you feel like you are still struggling to find your path? Perhaps you’re in the midst of a big transition but struggling with self-esteem and self-worth issues. Are you constantly working hard to prove yourself? Do you identify as a Highly-Sensitive-Person? My belief is everyone is innately worthy not because of what we do or accomplish but because we simply are. We can work together to create boundaries and help you express your needs fully and therefore live a more connected life.
Trained in Internalized Family Systems (IFS) and utilizing talk therapy, somatic techniques, and expressive arts therapy, I help clients tap into their innate strengths and creativity.
Are you desiring more self-acceptance, self-trust, and self-love? Do you feel like you are still struggling to find your path? Perhaps you’re in the midst of a big transition but struggling with self-esteem and self-worth issues. Are you constantly working hard to prove yourself? Do you identify as a Highly-Sensitive-Person? My belief is everyone is innately worthy not because of what we do or accomplish but because we simply are. We can work together to create boundaries and help you express your needs fully and therefore live a more connected life.
Michelle George
Counselor, MA, LPCC, LCMHC, SEP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Santa Fe, NM 87505
IFS, Somatic Experiencing, and Tension/Trauma Releasing Exercises (TRE) are three somatic modalities I have extensive experience providing.
Talk therapy can be helpful, but sometimes it's just not enough. Maladaptive patterns of stress, trauma, anxiety, and depression lie in our bodies. You and I will untangle these problematic patterns to get to the root of your pain together. Our sessions will allow you to metaphorically dip your toe into the pain and then always come back to safety. In this way you are challenged to grow in a slow, safe manner.
IFS, Somatic Experiencing, and Tension/Trauma Releasing Exercises (TRE) are three somatic modalities I have extensive experience providing.
Talk therapy can be helpful, but sometimes it's just not enough. Maladaptive patterns of stress, trauma, anxiety, and depression lie in our bodies. You and I will untangle these problematic patterns to get to the root of your pain together. Our sessions will allow you to metaphorically dip your toe into the pain and then always come back to safety. In this way you are challenged to grow in a slow, safe manner.
Louise Lodigensky
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Santa Fe, NM 87501 (Online Only)
I work with art therapy, parts work, earth based practices, guided visualizations, and somatic awareness.
I help clients look at their lives through the perspective of their soul in order to move out of suffering and into more empowered ways of being. Using several therapeutic approaches and practices, we identify ancestral patterns, release fear, limiting beliefs, and traumas stored in the body that cause imbalance and pain. I work with those who resonate with a spiritual, earth based, somatic, and creative approach to their healing journey, and those looking to integrate psychedelic experiences. I believe in the power of art therapy and its ability to surface what’s been stuck inside in order to identify, examine, and release it.
I work with art therapy, parts work, earth based practices, guided visualizations, and somatic awareness.
I help clients look at their lives through the perspective of their soul in order to move out of suffering and into more empowered ways of being. Using several therapeutic approaches and practices, we identify ancestral patterns, release fear, limiting beliefs, and traumas stored in the body that cause imbalance and pain. I work with those who resonate with a spiritual, earth based, somatic, and creative approach to their healing journey, and those looking to integrate psychedelic experiences. I believe in the power of art therapy and its ability to surface what’s been stuck inside in order to identify, examine, and release it.
Silvia Stenitzer
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Santa Fe, NM 87505
With the help of expressive therapy, somatic processes, action methods, and dream work, I support you in your work with depression, anxiety, loss, and grief to nurture vital self-expression, self-growth, and long-lasting positive change.
Coming to therapy is an act of self-love. Being curious about what makes us feel and act the way we do is the most rewarding endeavor, bringing authenticity, creativity, and choice into our lives. Our self-concept and beliefs about the world were formed in infancy and learned in our primary relationships. Unconsciously, these early experiences guide many of our actions in the present time. I am passionate about exploring with you old patterns that do not serve you anymore. I support you in cultivating conscious life-affirming choices and self-caring responses to the inevitable challenging and painful events of life.
With the help of expressive therapy, somatic processes, action methods, and dream work, I support you in your work with depression, anxiety, loss, and grief to nurture vital self-expression, self-growth, and long-lasting positive change.
Coming to therapy is an act of self-love. Being curious about what makes us feel and act the way we do is the most rewarding endeavor, bringing authenticity, creativity, and choice into our lives. Our self-concept and beliefs about the world were formed in infancy and learned in our primary relationships. Unconsciously, these early experiences guide many of our actions in the present time. I am passionate about exploring with you old patterns that do not serve you anymore. I support you in cultivating conscious life-affirming choices and self-caring responses to the inevitable challenging and painful events of life.
Sylvie Eyral
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SEP
Verified Verified
Santa Fe, NM 87501 (Online Only)
Somatic Psychotherapy draws from the practice of Somatic Experiencing, psychodynamic psychology and mindfulness.
Would you like to live life more fully? You can. Together, we will help you discover that there is more to you than states of dys-regulation, depression, stress or anxiety. Stress and trauma come from many sources. You may have lived through - or been witness to -something that occurred too fast or lasted too long (medical interventions, childhood abuse or neglect, grief & loss).
Somatic Psychotherapy draws from the practice of Somatic Experiencing, psychodynamic psychology and mindfulness.
Would you like to live life more fully? You can. Together, we will help you discover that there is more to you than states of dys-regulation, depression, stress or anxiety. Stress and trauma come from many sources. You may have lived through - or been witness to -something that occurred too fast or lasted too long (medical interventions, childhood abuse or neglect, grief & loss).
Stephanie DiLorio
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Santa Fe, NM 87505
I draw from mindfulness-based, cognitive-behavioral, emotionally focused, and somatic therapeutic modalities to offer you personalized support.
Life transitions are portals for women and couples to transform. I can help you heal and make positive changes as you navigate parenting, relationship problems, divorce, career development, religious and spiritual shifts, and supporting aging parents. As a psychotherapist, I prioritize building an authentic relationship with you. I bring presence, warmth, creativity, and humor to my work. In addition to my clinical training and experience, I draw from my personal therapeutic work, meditation practice, and business experience in the United States and Germany.
I draw from mindfulness-based, cognitive-behavioral, emotionally focused, and somatic therapeutic modalities to offer you personalized support.
Life transitions are portals for women and couples to transform. I can help you heal and make positive changes as you navigate parenting, relationship problems, divorce, career development, religious and spiritual shifts, and supporting aging parents. As a psychotherapist, I prioritize building an authentic relationship with you. I bring presence, warmth, creativity, and humor to my work. In addition to my clinical training and experience, I draw from my personal therapeutic work, meditation practice, and business experience in the United States and Germany.
Mushkan A. Defilippo
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Santa Fe, NM 87505
My therapeutic approach blends mindfulness, client centered and somatic counseling to foster a holistic felt experience of yourself.
Sometimes we find ourselves closed off, disconnected, in a state of hurt and protection,confused or being overly critical of ourselves. This can affect our lives in many ways; as lack of self-confidence, blame, isolation, unhealthy relationships, anger, resignation or addictions. I want to help you develop the tools and find your inner resources to have peace in your life and heal past hurt. Healing can happen when we find safety within ourselves and with another person. This is what counseling provides and what I offer you: a safe non judgmental space to be yourself freely.
My therapeutic approach blends mindfulness, client centered and somatic counseling to foster a holistic felt experience of yourself.
Sometimes we find ourselves closed off, disconnected, in a state of hurt and protection,confused or being overly critical of ourselves. This can affect our lives in many ways; as lack of self-confidence, blame, isolation, unhealthy relationships, anger, resignation or addictions. I want to help you develop the tools and find your inner resources to have peace in your life and heal past hurt. Healing can happen when we find safety within ourselves and with another person. This is what counseling provides and what I offer you: a safe non judgmental space to be yourself freely.
Susan HarrisLPCC, LLC
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Santa Fe, NM 87507 (Online Only)
There are mind/body techniques such as Somatic Experiencing to treat this kind of trauma.
I have been in practice in New Mexico for 23 years, treating depression, anxiety, relationships, and life changes. I am continuing to do video and telephonic sessions for individuals. I like to use a listening, supportive stance with clients to help them feel comfortable in talking about their problems. Some of the techniques I use are mindfulness, regulating emotions, relationship skills, tolerating distress, and mind/body techniques. I believe that therapy works, and is worth the time, effort, and money you put into it.
There are mind/body techniques such as Somatic Experiencing to treat this kind of trauma.
I have been in practice in New Mexico for 23 years, treating depression, anxiety, relationships, and life changes. I am continuing to do video and telephonic sessions for individuals. I like to use a listening, supportive stance with clients to help them feel comfortable in talking about their problems. Some of the techniques I use are mindfulness, regulating emotions, relationship skills, tolerating distress, and mind/body techniques. I believe that therapy works, and is worth the time, effort, and money you put into it.
Rachael Starr Bruck
Counselor, MA, LMHC, Coach
Verified Verified
Santa Fe, NM 87505 (Online Only)
I have over a decades worth of training in holistic psychotherapy, deep transformational coaching, somatic/energy psychology and IFS (internal family systems).
Though you may not know how to best move through the hardships you are facing, being willing to meet yourself and being open to support is a powerful and brave starting place. Whether you are in the midst of a major life transition, are experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-worth or relationship issues of all kinds, I am excited to be a trusted partner and ally on the path of you knowing yourself, trusting yourself and having greater fulfillment in your life. I offer multiple pathways of support so you can process your emotions in healthy ways and experience lasting positive change.
I have over a decades worth of training in holistic psychotherapy, deep transformational coaching, somatic/energy psychology and IFS (internal family systems).
Though you may not know how to best move through the hardships you are facing, being willing to meet yourself and being open to support is a powerful and brave starting place. Whether you are in the midst of a major life transition, are experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-worth or relationship issues of all kinds, I am excited to be a trusted partner and ally on the path of you knowing yourself, trusting yourself and having greater fulfillment in your life. I offer multiple pathways of support so you can process your emotions in healthy ways and experience lasting positive change.
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Counselor, LMHC, MEd
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Santa Fe, NM 87505
Using integrative techniques, I approach therapeutic work with energy healing, breathwork, somatic, & CBT interventions.
Many times in our lives we are driven by the pain of past events which can sometimes lead us to feel and believe that we have lost our way. Yet, the truth is that we can live within a new paradigm! How are you showing up for yourself today? I have worked with youth and adults in a variety of capacities as well as prenatal and postnatal care. Much of my experience has been working alongside those who are faced with issues of anger, general and acute stress, PTSD, anxiety, and depression. I have a deep understanding of the nuances of trauma and generational trauma & sociocultural contexts and constructs (racism, sexism, xenophobia).
Using integrative techniques, I approach therapeutic work with energy healing, breathwork, somatic, & CBT interventions.
Many times in our lives we are driven by the pain of past events which can sometimes lead us to feel and believe that we have lost our way. Yet, the truth is that we can live within a new paradigm! How are you showing up for yourself today? I have worked with youth and adults in a variety of capacities as well as prenatal and postnatal care. Much of my experience has been working alongside those who are faced with issues of anger, general and acute stress, PTSD, anxiety, and depression. I have a deep understanding of the nuances of trauma and generational trauma & sociocultural contexts and constructs (racism, sexism, xenophobia).
Elizabeth A Grant
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Fe, NM 87508
I utilize cognitive-behavior therapy (CBT), mindfulness, somatic practices and AEDP which is a relational and attachment based approach.
Do you feel stuck in patterns of behaviors that are self defeating? Do you feel like the color has gone out of your life? Are you longing for meaningful relationships but can't seem to create them? With every issue we confront, there's a tremendous opportunity for feeling revitalized. But to do this we must feel metaphorically held by another. That's where therapy comes in.
I utilize cognitive-behavior therapy (CBT), mindfulness, somatic practices and AEDP which is a relational and attachment based approach.
Do you feel stuck in patterns of behaviors that are self defeating? Do you feel like the color has gone out of your life? Are you longing for meaningful relationships but can't seem to create them? With every issue we confront, there's a tremendous opportunity for feeling revitalized. But to do this we must feel metaphorically held by another. That's where therapy comes in.
Mallory Hemerlein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RYT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Fe, NM 87505 (Online Only)
I draw on the intersection of mind-body connections such as grounding, movement & somatic noticing.
Welcome, I'm so glad you're here! I specialize in working with people who have experienced trauma & support people who are moving through life's transitions. Many of my clients may be experiencing anxiety, depression, addictive behaviors, substance use, or relationship issues. It's my honor to provide affirming care to LGBTQIA+ folks. I am fluent in ASL can offer services to Deaf or HoH clients in their native language. I am certified in two trauma treatments, Reconsolidation of Traumatic Memories (RTM) & Compassionate Inquiry. Both are aimed to remind you of your wholeness beyond the traumatic experiences.
I draw on the intersection of mind-body connections such as grounding, movement & somatic noticing.
Welcome, I'm so glad you're here! I specialize in working with people who have experienced trauma & support people who are moving through life's transitions. Many of my clients may be experiencing anxiety, depression, addictive behaviors, substance use, or relationship issues. It's my honor to provide affirming care to LGBTQIA+ folks. I am fluent in ASL can offer services to Deaf or HoH clients in their native language. I am certified in two trauma treatments, Reconsolidation of Traumatic Memories (RTM) & Compassionate Inquiry. Both are aimed to remind you of your wholeness beyond the traumatic experiences.
Hannah Rapp
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Santa Fe, NM 87507
I believe we’ve got to feel it to heal it! I offer Art, Earth and Somatic based Therapies, Solo Wilderness Fasts and Psychedelic Integration sessions to support you in fully feeling and expressing your emotions, connect to your body and the earth, befriend fear and breakthrough destructive patterns, cultivate a fulfilling life, and embody your unique gifts!.
I work with those who are experiencing significant life transitions or desire a life change. Whether it be a new job, birth of a child, relationship issues, death of a loved one, becoming of age or integrating a ceremony, they are seeking support in navigating these life events and their emotions to become whole. Through art, earth and somatic practices, I support others to gain the tools to feel and explore their true expression, connect to their body and purpose, embrace confidence, communicate effectively in relationships, breakthrough limiting beliefs or destructive patterns, integrate their experiences, and live authentically.
I believe we’ve got to feel it to heal it! I offer Art, Earth and Somatic based Therapies, Solo Wilderness Fasts and Psychedelic Integration sessions to support you in fully feeling and expressing your emotions, connect to your body and the earth, befriend fear and breakthrough destructive patterns, cultivate a fulfilling life, and embody your unique gifts!.
I work with those who are experiencing significant life transitions or desire a life change. Whether it be a new job, birth of a child, relationship issues, death of a loved one, becoming of age or integrating a ceremony, they are seeking support in navigating these life events and their emotions to become whole. Through art, earth and somatic practices, I support others to gain the tools to feel and explore their true expression, connect to their body and purpose, embrace confidence, communicate effectively in relationships, breakthrough limiting beliefs or destructive patterns, integrate their experiences, and live authentically.
Yon Chimere Walls
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, PhD, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Fe, NM 87508 (Online Only)
I work locally and globally primarily with individual trauma from a somatic and creative skill-set that often understands unprocessed trauma to have a relationship to anxiety, depression, anger, and a general sense of crisis.
Most people seek therapy and or therapeutic life coaching for real and common concerns. They want to be less anxious, have a better mood and more joy, be a more effective parent, support of a relational pattern or conflict that won't go away on its own. They also want a companion in their grief. Individuals, couples, adolescents and families just want their lives expressing more fully and optimally.
I work locally and globally primarily with individual trauma from a somatic and creative skill-set that often understands unprocessed trauma to have a relationship to anxiety, depression, anger, and a general sense of crisis.
Most people seek therapy and or therapeutic life coaching for real and common concerns. They want to be less anxious, have a better mood and more joy, be a more effective parent, support of a relational pattern or conflict that won't go away on its own. They also want a companion in their grief. Individuals, couples, adolescents and families just want their lives expressing more fully and optimally.
Chris Chappell
Counselor, MA, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Santa Fe, NM 87505
I integrate psychotherapy, mindfulness, gentle somatic therapy, and healing ceremonies - outdoors! Nature calms the nervous system, mirrors our strengths and provides the answers we need.
Are you navigating a difficult transition? Feeling stuck in a family, work, or relationship issue? Is anxiety, stress, grief, anger or depression keeping you from living the life you want? Do you like the idea of working in person and outdoors? I work with those who aspire to grow, especially those who love nature. My holistic approach incorporates body, mind, spirit, and nature. I help you connect to your body and to nature in a way that illuminates the brilliant core essence of who you are.
I integrate psychotherapy, mindfulness, gentle somatic therapy, and healing ceremonies - outdoors! Nature calms the nervous system, mirrors our strengths and provides the answers we need.
Are you navigating a difficult transition? Feeling stuck in a family, work, or relationship issue? Is anxiety, stress, grief, anger or depression keeping you from living the life you want? Do you like the idea of working in person and outdoors? I work with those who aspire to grow, especially those who love nature. My holistic approach incorporates body, mind, spirit, and nature. I help you connect to your body and to nature in a way that illuminates the brilliant core essence of who you are.
Kermit Cole
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Fe, NM 87505
I bring training in mindfulness, somatic therapy, and couples therapy.
I like to direct our attention away from what is wrong with people toward what can be improved between people. This leads to a lot of philosophical reflection, and laughter. (In fact I am writing a book about the philosophy of humor, and how it shows up in therapy.)
I bring training in mindfulness, somatic therapy, and couples therapy.
I like to direct our attention away from what is wrong with people toward what can be improved between people. This leads to a lot of philosophical reflection, and laughter. (In fact I am writing a book about the philosophy of humor, and how it shows up in therapy.)
Melissa St. Claire
MA, CHT
Verified Verified
Santa Fe, NM 87505
I offer various therapeutic approaches, including somatic psychotherapy.
Stressful situations can happen suddenly, or build over time. Whether it is a relationship issue, traumatic experience, life transition, or career challenge, I can help you move from surviving to thriving. Using comprehensive methodologies, I offer a highly personalized approach, tailored to each client. I work with individuals to help them build on their strengths and attain the healing, growth and change they are looking for.
I offer various therapeutic approaches, including somatic psychotherapy.
Stressful situations can happen suddenly, or build over time. Whether it is a relationship issue, traumatic experience, life transition, or career challenge, I can help you move from surviving to thriving. Using comprehensive methodologies, I offer a highly personalized approach, tailored to each client. I work with individuals to help them build on their strengths and attain the healing, growth and change they are looking for.
Southwest Passages: Counseling/Consulting
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Santa Fe, NM 87506 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Southwest Passages is dedicated to supporting individuals, couples and families find enhanced meaning and aliveness through successful navigation of life's challenges and transitions. In a supportive environment we listen for what the language of the body and psyche is wanting to communicate, asking even, so the natural architecture of who you are can realign itself. Shedding of skins and integration of unresolved grief and trauma may be an important aspect of our work together. Besides traditional therapy, healing and expressive arts SE (Somatic Experiencing) nature based practices and individual and couples wilderness retreats are additionally offered.
Southwest Passages is dedicated to supporting individuals, couples and families find enhanced meaning and aliveness through successful navigation of life's challenges and transitions. In a supportive environment we listen for what the language of the body and psyche is wanting to communicate, asking even, so the natural architecture of who you are can realign itself. Shedding of skins and integration of unresolved grief and trauma may be an important aspect of our work together. Besides traditional therapy, healing and expressive arts SE (Somatic Experiencing) nature based practices and individual and couples wilderness retreats are additionally offered.
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How does somatic therapy work?
Somatic therapy is a form of treatment that focuses on how the body and mind are interconnected. In this approach, physical symptoms are addressed because they may in fact signal emotional distress. Somatic therapists combine mindfulness, talk therapy, breathwork, yoga, dance, and physical manipulations of the body to help patients become more attuned to what their body is telling them.
Is EMDR a somatic therapy?
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a form of somatic therapy, as it incorporates mental and physical principles. EMDR involves remembering a traumatic experience while allowing one’s eyes to track a side-to-side visual stimulus from a therapist. This lateral eye movement is believed to diminish the painful power of the memory so that it can be discussed with a therapist.
Is somatic therapy evidence-based?
Somatic therapy has been researched and studied, and some forms of somatic therapy are found to be effective in treating a wide range of conditions. Because somatic therapy encompasses many techniques, some, such as EMDR and meditation, have been studied more than others.
What is somatic trauma therapy?
Somatic trauma therapy is based on the idea that when people experience trauma, they can become stuck in the “freeze” part of a “fight, flight, or freeze” response. In this state, trauma can manifest itself both mentally and physically—through tension in the muscles, anxiety, and stress. Popular forms of somatic trauma therapy include EMDR, sensorimotor therapy, and somatic experiencing.