Grounding, breath work and noticing sensations
THERAPY
Somatic and Polyvagal-Informed Therapy in Oregon (Online)
Somatic therapy works with what trauma leaves in the body, such as tension, shutdown or a racing heart. I use somatic and polyvagal-informed approaches online to help adults in Oregon feel safer in their bodies.
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Why does the body matter in trauma?
Trauma is not only a memory. It can live in the body as a nervous system that stays on alert or switches off. Healing includes helping the body learn that the danger has passed.
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What is polyvagal theory?
Polyvagal theory, developed by Dr. Stephen Porges, describes three nervous system states: safe and connected, fight or flight, and shutdown. In therapy, you learn to notice which state you are in and how to return to safety.
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What does somatic work look like online?
Somatic Experiencing informed work and Hakomi mindfulness
EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) tapping
Body attunement during Brainspotting and somatic EMDR
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Questions.
Can somatic therapy be done online?
Yes. Most somatic work is guided awareness of your own body, which works well by video.
What can somatic therapy help with?
Anxiety, stress and nervous system dysregulation, PTSD and complex PTSD.
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Related pages.
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Ready to talk?
Email me at therapy@manacounseling.net or use the contact page. I am accepting new people for online therapy in Oregon.