Shama Somatic Therapies

Breathwork & Somatic Therapy for Trauma Healing in Vancouver – Shama Somatic Therapies A trauma happens, and we are never the same; it changes not only what we believe, but who we are. For those who wish to get better, using conventional talk therapy is beneficial, but the truth is that for many of us adding a somatic component (bodily experience) to our counseling, breathwork, etc are tremendously healing. Shama Somatic Therapies can be an integrated trauma treatment modality to help clients from Vancouver find ways and means to ground themselves in their somatic experiences.                                                          Understanding Somatic Therapy: Healing Through the Body Somatic therapy is a...

  At Shama Somatic Therapies in Vancouver BC , our mission is to help people reconnect with their bodies, process trauma, and find relief from stress. Specializing in somatic therapy and trauma-informed counselling, we support our clients in understanding how past experiences, stored in the body, may affect their present lives. Through practices like somatic touch therapy and developmental somatic psychotherapy, we work with individuals to release stored stress and trauma, enabling them to cultivate a healthier relationship with their physical and emotional selves. What Is Somatic Therapy? Somatic therapy is a body-centered approach to healing that emphasizes the connection between the mind and body. This form of therapy is rooted in the understanding that emotions and trauma can become trapped in the body, potentially causing physical symptoms, chronic tension, or emotional discomfort. By tuning into these physical sensations, individuals can begin to identify and release the stor...

In our world where few respond quickly to offer help and support, struggles with anxiety, stress, and unconcluded traumatic experiences may lead to clients’ detachment from their own bodies. Shama Somatic Therapies provides clients with a physiosomatic perspective where clients are treated through somatic counseling. Our practice is located in Vancouver and focuses on supporting people in the process of integrating and healing, letting go of emotional patterns, and using breath work and SomatoEmotional Healing to rebalance the entire self. What is Somatic Counselling? Somatic counselling is a form of counseling that treats the whole person focusing on the mental and physical well-being of a client in order to overcome emotional stress, trauma, and an anxiety disorder. In contrast to the conventional verbal bargaining approach known as talk therapy, somatic counselling deals with the manner in which feelings and past events are managed in the physical system. In accessing bodily experi...

Somatic therapy is a body-centered approach that emphasizes the connection between the mind and body. Unlike traditional talk therapies that primarily focus on cognitive processes, somatic therapy delves into the physical sensations and experiences stored in the body. This innovative therapeutic approach recognizes that unresolved trauma, stress, and anxiety can manifest as physical symptoms, and by addressing these somatic experiences, profound healing can occur. The Role of Somatic Therapy in Alleviating Anxiety Anxiety often triggers a cascade of physiological responses, such as increased heart rate, muscle tension, and shallow breathing. These physical symptoms can further exacerbate feelings of anxiety, creating a vicious cycle that is difficult to break. Somatic therapy interrupts this cycle by helping individuals tune into their bodily sensations, release stored tension, and develop healthier responses to stressors. Benefits of Somatic Therapy for Anxiety Enhanced Body Awareness...