somatic experiencing

what is somatic experiencing?

Somatic Experiencing (SE) is a compassionate, body-centred method used to resolve trauma symptoms and relieve chronic stress. It does not require you the client to re-tell or re-live traumatic events. Instead it offers you a gentle space to reconnect with your body and its innate ability to gradually release symptoms of trauma and stress in a way that feels manageable and supportive. This resets our nervous system, restores inner balance, builds resilience to stress, increases our vitality and capacity to actively engage in life.

SE can help with: Anxiety, Prolonged stress and burnout, PTSD and trauma recovery, Recovery from falls, injuries, and motor vehicle accidents, Digestive issues, Headaches, Autoimmune conditions, Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, and Long Covid, Co-regulation support during your fertility journey, pregnancy, miscarriage, postpartum, and parenting.

A close-up view of a person using a relaxation technique with hands in motion, in a bright, airy space.
Vita Vitalis Wellness Centre and Spa in Port Moody

A GENTLE AND QUIET PROCESS

Our practitioner Shaina blends Somatic Experiencing and Somatic Practice, the work of Kathy Kain. The session can take place with the client either seated in a chair or lying on the massage table, with clothes on. If you are comfortable, we can incorporate touch. Somatic touch work is a gentle and quiet process where the practitioner’s hands are held still. Touch work helps to regulate the nervous system and support body awareness.

Clients should note that this treatment is not covered by insurance plans as it’s not an RMT service.

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