Somatic Release

Somatic Release is a body-centered therapeutic approach grounded in Somatic Experiencing® (Peter Levine), Polyvagal Theory (Stephen Porges), and Short-Term Somatic Trauma Therapy (as taught by Galit Serebrenick-Hai). This method recognizes that our experiences — especially those involving stress or trauma — are not only stored in the mind but also held in the body, particularly within the nervous system.

By attuning to physical sensations, gestures, movements, facial expressions, associations, emotions, and narrative, we support the release of tension, stress, and trauma that may be still held in the body. This process fosters nervous system regulation and integration, allowing for a deeper sense of clarity and ease.

While verbal expression is part of the session, Somatic Release emphasizes felt experience in the body rather than focusing solely on thoughts or emotions. When appropriate, I may also weave in elements of Systemic and Family Constellations work.

What to Expect in a Somatic Release Session 

The process resembles a dialogue with your body, encouraged and guided by both your attention to bodily responses and my support. You’ll begin to notice and release sensations and impulses stored in the body as imprints of “stuck” survival responses — such as fight, flight, or freeze — that couldn’t be fully processed following a stressful or overwhelming experience.

By creating a safe space to recognize, observe, and complete these impulses, we support the release of what has been held in the nervous system. This fosters grounding and inner regulation, restores a sense of balance and vitality, nurtures resilience, and helps you reconnect with your body’s innate wisdom and capacity to heal.

What Can Somatic Release Help With?

Somatic Release can be helpful for a wide range of experiences, including:

• Relationship difficulties
• Feeling stuck or unsure about direction in life
• Fears and phobias
• Difficulty setting boundaries or saying “no”
• Overwhelming or suppressed emotions
• Persistent emotional states (panic, anxiety, grief, depression, anger)
• Money-related stress and scarcity patterns
• Low self-worth or self-esteem
• And more
   

This work supports the integration of previously unprocessed experiences and responses to triggers that continue to affect daily life.

Session Format & Pricing

Sessions last up to two hours and unfold at a pace attuned to your unique nervous system and the nature of your inquiry. They are $150 per session and can be scheduled as needed. 

Somatic Release can complement ongoing therapy and holistic counseling, or stand alone as a short-term inquiry-focused sessions. 

📩 To book a session or inquire further, email me at
healing@familyconstellationsdc.com