Somatic Experiencing
What Somatic Experiencing® Can Help With
Somatic Experiencing® is particularly effective for individuals experiencing the lingering effects of trauma, chronic stress, or nervous system dysregulation. Rather than focusing solely on narrative or cognitive insight, SE gently supports the body’s innate capacity to restore balance and resilience.
This approach may be helpful for concerns such as:
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Developmental or relational trauma
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Anxiety, panic, and chronic stress
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Attachment wounds and relationship patterns
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Medical or birth trauma
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Somatic symptoms related to unresolved stress
Sessions move at a pace that prioritizes safety, choice, and attunement.
What to Expect in Somatic Experiencing® Therapy
In Somatic Experiencing® therapy, attention is paid to bodily sensations, emotional experience, and nervous system responses as they arise in the present moment. Therapy is collaborative and non-overwhelming, allowing patterns of activation and settling to unfold gradually.
At Marin Therapy Partners, Somatic Experiencing® is integrated within a broader, trauma-informed psychotherapeutic framework. This means sessions are tailored to your history, goals, and relational context.
A Gentle, Nervous System–Informed Approach
SE does not require re-telling traumatic events. Instead, it works with the body’s responses to stress, helping complete interrupted protective responses and restore a sense of safety and agency. Over time, clients often report increased emotional regulation, improved relational capacity, and greater ease in daily life.
If you’re curious whether Somatic Experiencing® may be a good fit for you, I invite you to reach out. I’m happy to answer questions and explore how this approach might support your healing process.
Trauma, Somatic Experiencing and Peter A. Levine PhD
