#Somatic Therapy Online

[streightiffsylvan]

Exploring Somatic Therapy in California

Somatic therapy is a holistic approach that focuses on the connection between the mind and body to promote healing and well-being. Therapists in this field help clients become more aware of their bodily sensations and how they relate to emotions and trauma. Techniques used might include breathwork, movement, touch, and mindfulness practices. The goal is to release stored tension and trauma from the body, improve emotional regulation, and enhance overall physical and mental health. Somatic Therapy CA offers these services to help individuals achieve a balanced and healthier state of being.

[iplaywithstring]

For my last class, I had to co-facilitate an online therapy group for my classmates. Our topic was creating a self care plan.

I wanted to share the template I made because it was really well received and I thought it might be helpful for others. You can edit it on Canva and save/print it.

Basically it looks at different areas of self care:

exercise - any type of intentional movement, including relaxation exercises

expression - cooking, writing, dancing etc.

social - community or personal - knitting group, time with friends etc.

professional - specific to handling work stress or boundaries

personal - personal care - baths, facials, etc.

spiritual - not necessarily a religious practice, also includes celebration, rituals, and activities that make you feel connected to meaning

The goal is to put an activity in each of those boxes and in the green boxes to put what need it fills or how it makes you feel (energized, connected, accepted, accomplished, valued, etc.)

Then you've got multiple activities to fill a variety of needs, and you don't have to think on the spot what would be helpful. In the group we talked about putting things that we would do regularly (at least once a month) as part of intentional preventative self care (rather than reactive self care once you're already struggling).

We also discussed the difference between internal and external processing. If you're an internal processor, you'll need more activities alone. If you're an external processor, activities that include someone else can be more helpful.

Finally, we talked about how we understand emotions - somatic, visual, or with words.

If you understand somatically, you're aware of the physical effects of your feelings, and so physical self care, movement, and muscle relaxation can be helpful. If you process visually (picturing the size, shape, colour, position etc. of your feelings) then visualisation, meditation/mindfulness or drawing can be more helpful. If you process with words (naming your feelings) then a feelings wheel, journaling, or talking to someone else can be more helpful. That goes on the bottom of the plan as a reminder.

The idea is to come up with something that suits who you are and what you need, rather than getting caught up in what you "should" do because it's popular or whatever - as an external processor who understands my emotions with words, taking a bath is not helpful if I'm feeling something strongly, I just become stress stew. Baths are for when I'm already relaxed and content so I can enjoy them.

If you'd rather print it and fill it out by hand, I also have a blank version

[adviceformefromme]

How do you not repress feelings but not let everything take over? I have very bad ocd and it seeps into my relationship as well, I always feel the minute I don’t like something or it so slightly hurt my feels or I get worried it’s a small red flag that means this relationship is doomed, I need to address it. But I also know rationally, I don’t think rationally all the time and I can’t decipher what is to be brought up and what isn’t… I pay extremely close detail to everything. If my partner says I love you but forgets the goodnight part, I immediately think something is wrong or doesn’t like me anymore… I’ll have really good weeks and be doing great and then really bad weeks where I feel like I’m going insane noticing everything. I’ve been able to learn how to stay much calmer during those feelings but it still nags sometimes.

Hey sweetie, the key to not suppressing your emotions is doing the healing work. I would definitely look into codependency, regulating your nervous system and emotional trauma release. It sounds like there are issues with inner safety, which are most likely related to something that has happened in your childhood. And it's not that your current relationship is mirroring a past trauma, it's just the same emotions that come up when you're triggered today, are the same emotions felt in the past, and it's like a wound being poked at. You need to heal the wound. Advice on how to heal:

1] Get therapy, you want to find someone you can trust, someone you feel safe to open up to, someone who you see growth with as the sessions continue.

2] Try emotional freedom tapping (EFT), I am currently doing sessions to clear out old traumas, it's honestly incredible. I do one session per week and found a very affordable virtual coach on https://www.fiverr.com

3] Reading books, healing books. I recommend going to the book store in the self help section and seeing what books call out to you. Books on co-dependency, books on healing your inner child, books on self love, books on healing your nervous system, somatic healing some suggestions.

4] Journal. Build that bond between you and you. That self love, that I am my own best friend energy has to exist so you are not sabotaging and hurting yourself as you are on this path. Your journal is a space to express what is going on, how you feel, what you want to feel, what you want to let go, love letters to yourself. It's your opportunity to understand and get to know you better on a deeper level.

5] Speak to your partner and allow him to understand what is going on and what exactly your needs are. Learn about Dr Cheyenne Bryants High Functioning / Low functioning behaviour dynamic in relationships (research online), in short when you are in those triggered moments (low functioning) your partner needs to be able to cover you with behaviours that support you instead of also succumbing to your level and leaving you both in low functioning dynamic. This will require communication and a healthy relationship dynamic so you can support each other no matter what.

I hope these help! xoxoxo

[hiiragi7]

It has been established in clinical contexts that dissociated parts as they relate to DID are caused by trauma, however endogenic systems for the most part do not claim their headmates are "dissociated parts". If endogenic systems are to be understood outside the context of DID, then a clinical understanding of DID, no matter how extensive, is not useful to apply to the concept of endogenic systems.

Ultimately, how endogenic systems view themselves comes down to subjective labelling, which is a big part of why endogenic discourse is so useless. You cannot make black-and-white claims about other people's subjective experiences and expect it to go well. Especially not when "endogenic" is such a broad category of experiences.

Also, when what we call "endogenic systems" refers to such a broad category of experiences which includes spiritual experiences tied to certain cultures, to say that these experiences are invalid or undeserving of respect can very quickly stray into very racist territory. Regardless of your own beliefs regarding spirituality, it is best to at least respect other views, especially when they are culturally relevant to an individual. To boil these experiences down to "just DID in denial" is to downplay and minimize the history of these cultures and their beliefs, and to forcefully apply a definition of selfhood that may not be widely used within that culture.

I feel that to view endogenic systems only through the lens of DID is to not only miss the wide variety of experiences that the endogenic label covers (from spirituality to psychological views to anything in-between) but also to unfairly minimize DID down to "just having alters".

If an endogenic system only claims to have a system, with no amnesia, no chronic dissociation, no commonly comorbid mental health issues, no posttraumatic symptoms, no somatic symptoms, etc etc etc, and they are not just not recognizing symptoms or denying symptoms, then that simply is not DID. To say otherwise is to boil DID down to just "alters disorder", which really ignores the complexity of the disorder.

I do believe that there are many systems who start out identifying as endogenic who do discover later on that they are traumagenic and DID (I've been there, my friends have been there, many of the systems I've met have been there), however I also firmly believe that fakeclaiming experiences are never the way to have a system come to terms with being traumagenic DID if that's what they truly are. I needed therapy, a safe space to explore being traumagenic and DID, and friends who didn't really care what I identified as in order to come to terms with it.

With trauma in general, you need safety first in order to begin addressing trauma, and constantly making someone question their own experiences or forcing them to face their trauma before they're ready is never the way to go about this. It is actively dangerous and no good therapist would ever approve of it. You need to do basic groundwork establishing coping skills, support systems, and ways to begin learning how to safely regulate emotions before doing any trauma work, and this is not done in online discourse surrounding system origins.

If a system truly is traumagenic DID, you may be forcing them to come to terms with something they cannot yet handle. If a system truly is endogenic, you've just been an asshole to someone who really did not deserve it. Discourse surrounding the validity of endogenic systems does not really do anyone any good at all.

[scrapsovereign]

Something I haven’t talked about a lot online or IRL is how Astarion has fixed a problem I have thrown thousands of dollars at.

The problem: recurring, realistic, consecutive nightmares about my abuser that started 12 years after we broke up, and went on for EIGHT YEARS.

They started in November 2016 when I had resumed dating (after 3 years of swearing relationships off), and finally stopped in March of 2024…when I started writing Long Way Down.

I had been to therapy (tried everything with an initial), saw an actual real-life curandero, went to the sleep medicine doctor/got a CPAP, and even worked with an Arabic folk magic practitioner to get rid of them. My somatic therapist I’ve been working with since December last year encouraged me to write when I told them I wanted to give it a try and you know what?

Lo and behold, it worked. All I needed was free word processor and starting to write a story that wasn’t poorly written crackfic.

Sometimes I meet other people from my past in my deamspace. Like just now, I woke up from a nap where I had a conversation with my high school ex (not my abuser) where we caught up/ I set some boundaries with him, I told him I married last month, and he gave me shit for writing explicit vampire smut. I haven’t talked to him since 2017, and I cut him off during the pandemic for some really bad takes on Covid (can you say far left to alt right pipeline?)

Honestly, that’s okay. Most of the time my dreamspace is clear now, so when things like this pop up I don’t wake up on tilt. And it’s all thanks to the pixel man that been rotting my brain for the better part of a year.

NOW ALL THAT BEING SAID: therapy and medicine should be a first line treatment for anything mental health related- it just so happened this issue was fixed by very indulgent self care!

SO, even if it’s mediocre or not very good or it’s cringe I will continue to create. Because it works.

[patricide1885]

The mental health pseudoscience is out of control online

And even in my classes.

Why are they teaching me polyvagal theory instead of the actual science it was bullshitted off of

Also by the way did you know if you have autism that is uhhhhh nervous system response to somatic dorsal dysregulation breathwork trauma. Therapy cannot fix this but if you do motivational interviewing and CBT for like 12 years you'll forget that you had a goal when you started to go to therapy.

[butchcharliee]

re: therapist i want to first say that the moment you really need a therapist is the time when it can be the most arduous/frustrating to find one (feeling especially anxious, situations coming to a head, being under resourced) so i hope you’re very gentle w yourself rn

i’ve come up with a few standard questions that i ask therapists during intake calls/interviewing stage to see if we’d be a good fit. these are based on my experiences/needs/preferences so please take them with a grain of salt and adjust them for yourself, but i find that having some questions prepared ahead of time helps me use the time to best gauge compatibility on that first call rather than having to come up w questions on the spot

1. tell me about your practice and how you work with your clients (it’s nice to let them do some talking on the front end and it might answer some later questions)

2. what types of therapy/modalities do you work with? (i like to hear that they blend different practices and draw from multiple strategies depending on the clients’ needs - i’ve had very little success with therapists that only practice Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and i personally really needed to incorporate somatic practices to get long term healing)

3. what experience do you have working with queer and trans clients? (how they respond says a lot about how safe it will be)

4. what are your views on spirituality/how do you work with clients of different religious backgrounds? (i’ve had the best experiences with therapists that say something to the effect of ‘i let the client lead with their own beliefs/background and support them by incorporating their values into the sessions, but i don’t discuss/impose my own spiritual practices so as not to influence the client.’ in my experience, 100% of the time someone says something like ‘well i think everyone needs a spiritual/religious practice to find real healing’ they are a Christian and going to insist on imposing that in session. if that’s going to hinder your healing, don’t work with them.)

5. how does scheduling work with you? do you have consistent sessions available at the same time each week? (if consistency is important to your mental health, maybe don’t see someone who has different time slots each week)

6. how can i schedule an emergency session if that comes up? how do we make up for a session if you have to cancel?

7. how can i contact you outside of sessions? voicemail/text/email/online form? (if they’re 100% not available outside of scheduled sessions that has left me feeling unsupported. esp bc i don’t want to spend session time on logistical things i could send ahead by email)

8. are you available to write professional letters on my behalf (ESA, work/school accommodations, healthcare/surgery letters)? what is the process for requesting those and are they an extra cost?

good luck!!!

Thank you 🥹🩷 yall are so kind to me helping me out omg

[cytser]

did isn't 'alter disorder'. did isn't about having fictional introjects. it isn't cool, it isn't quirky, it isn't a personality trait. did isn't about having alters with different aesthetics or picking out different neopronouns.

did is a disorder that develops as the result of severe childhood trauma. it's having your sense of self fractured, or of never having had the chance to form one cohesive sense of self. it's of switching between different ways of perceiving yourself and the world around you.

it's flashbacks, chronic dissociation, somatic symptoms. it's confusion, isolation, shame. it's anger, fawning, self-hatred. it's different for everyone because it's informed by our trauma and everyone has different trauma.

i cannot talk about how i realised i have did publicly because it is too triggering to disclose. i can barely talk about it in therapy.

i try to ignore the online did community, because it hurts to see the way that people bastardise a condition that has made my life living hell. but it's impossible to ignore it completely, especially when it leaks into general spaces.

i wish that some of these people could live with my condition for a day. maybe then they'd change how they talk about it.

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[figs-and-cigs]

you can ignore this ask if you want but do you have any good resources for being in a polyamorous relationship with someone with bpd? im also disabled with fibromyalgia and sometimes it hurts too much to even cuddle and they give me that space but it makes them miserable and i just have no clue what to do and your one post from months ago about relationships says reading is important but i dont know what to read or where to start and i dont want to run into misinformation that will make my relationships worse (also to clarify i dont have bpd, im pretty sure i have aspd so its still cluster b but i dont think i understand much about bpd other than the symptoms, idk how to help them heal) (also we cant afford therapists rn rip)

Unfortunately when it comes to books about BPD (or any cluster B pd) and relationships I've yet to find any that are worth recommending. The closest I've come is watching Crazy Ex Girlfriend on Netflix with my partner and regularly pausing it to talk about how my symptoms relate or differ. (And even then the show is dramatized but at least it's funny!)

For myself I had to learn that I am 100% responsible for my mental and physical health issues. I'm the only one who can truly understand myself and my needs - and with that I'm the only one who can clearly express to others how they can help. The best thing my partner(s) can do it make it clear that they are a safe place to communicate - and when.

Today my primary and I had a kid free day and I had expected we would spend it doing things together. Instead, I woke up midday and he spent all of his time tending to his garden - even long after I woke up. I felt immense rejection! While my initial impulse was to pout and behave negatively - I had enough coping skills to recognize that my partner was not ignoring me (he was doing things he likes to do in his free time like a normal person!), and to busy myself with things I enjoy. When he finally took some time to sit I communicated I was feeling a little ignored because I expected the day to go differently (how could he know this? He can't read my mind.) I then asked to watch a movie (solution to connect for a bit today). His response was empathetic and without judgement. Hug, kiss, movie time.

I have to remember that as partners we can't read each other's minds nor solve each other's problems. There has to be a good balance between recognizing our own autonomy/responsibility and collaboration. Which only works through communication.

In short, your partner is the only one who can help you understand them.

Things that have helped in lieu of therapy. Polysecure is a book high on my recommendation list. I've personally found a lot of help and support in groups like Codependents Anonymous and Emotions Anonymous. Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills can be learned online and there are some fantastic workbooks (DBT was created for BPD). I also really like the Emotional Freedom Technique and Somatic Therapy skills.

I think those of us with Fibro and Chronic Pain issues end up in a lot of similar situations where our partner(s) feel rejected when we can't be physical. No matter how much validation or words of affirmation we might give. I like putting my legs on someone's lap or hand holding when full cuddling is too much. When touching at all is too much sharing a weighted blanket (or giving them one) or a big stuffed animal has been a decent workaround.

Hope something in all of that helps. I appreciate you reaching out!

[streightiffsylvan]

Somatic healing is a therapeutic approach that focuses on the connection between the mind and body to promote healing and well-being. Somatic healing involves practices that help individuals become more aware of their bodily sensations and how they relate to emotions and trauma. Techniques used in somatic healing can include breathwork, movement, touch, and mindfulness. The goal is to release stored tension and trauma from the body, improve emotional regulation, and enhance overall physical and mental health.

[lifebydesign66]

In this blog, we are going to talk about ways to help you decode your emotions and equip you with the tools to navigate them with compassion and clarity.

[talkingforwellness]

Online vs. In-Person Therapy: How to pick which is right for you

Virtual therapy is now widely available and the norm for many mental health practitioners. But how do you choose whether you should do in-person or online therapy? Is one better than the other? While both are invaluable, they may feel different from person to person, depending on your needs.

Here are some questions you want to ask yourself when picking between virtual or in-person therapy:

What do I want therapy to look like? Do I want to be at home, or do I want a separate designated space for it?

How much time and flexibility do I have? Am I able to make time for therapy in my day? Can I account for commute time to and from therapy?

Do I have a private, comfortable space where I am able to take a therapy session or would I rather go into an office and have the privacy and confidentiality that comes with that?

Would I rather be in a physical space with another human being or is that not a priority for me?

What kind of therapy am I looking for? Am I looking for a more somatic experience, or more traditional talk therapy?

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Here are some considerations to keep in mind when choosing between virtual therapy vs. in-person therapy:

In-person:

Pros:

A special space dedicated to therapy

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Avoid technical issues and mishaps

Ability to have more somatic experiences

Cons:

Commute time and scheduling

Navigating traffic, weather, or other extraneous circumstances

Virtual:

Cons:

No in-person human connection

Possibly not having a private space to take the call

Squeezing therapy in at times that may be inconvenient

Rest assured, no matter which option you choose, your therapy experience and quality will not be compromised. Virtual therapy is as effective as in-person sessions. Our team of therapists are able to provide support to you, whether it is in our Chelsea office or from the comfort of your own home.

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Healing Minds, One Connection at a Time: Mental Health Connect’s Mission

Mental health is a crucial aspect of our overall well-being, yet it often goes unrecognized and untreated. At Mental Health Connect, we strive to create a world where everyone has access to optimal mental health resources. Our mission is to support individuals in healing from identity-based trauma through various therapeutic approaches, including gender and queer affirming therapy, EMDR, Internal Family Systems-Informed Therapy, somatic therapy, and mindfulness.

Comprehensive Therapeutic Approaches

Mental Health Connect offers a range of therapeutic approaches tailored to meet individual needs:

Gender and Queer Affirming Therapy: Providing a safe space for individuals to explore their gender identity and sexual orientation.

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR): A therapy that helps individuals process and heal from traumatic experiences.

Internal Family Systems-Informed Therapy: Focusing on understanding and addressing the different parts of oneself.

Somatic Therapy: Utilizing body-based techniques to address mental health issues.

Mindfulness Practices: Incorporating mindfulness techniques to promote emotional well-being and reduce stress.

Building Organizational Capacity

At Mental Health Connect, we also work on building organizational capacity to foster mental health and wellness:

Inclusive Cultures: Cultivating environments rooted in common goals, celebrating diversity, and fostering genuine relationships.

Equitable Organizational Change: Engaging in data-driven decision-making that promotes mental health and wellness.

Addressing Mental Health Challenges

By addressing mental health challenges at personal, cultural, and systemic levels, we aim to create a society where mental health is as prioritized as physical health:

Personal Level: Providing individual therapy and counseling to support personal mental health journeys.

Cultural Level: Promoting mental health awareness and education within communities.

Systemic Level: Advocating for policy changes that enhance mental health services and accessibility.

Breaking Down Barriers

Together, we can break down the barriers to mental health resources and ensure that everyone has the opportunity to thrive:

Support Groups: Connecting individuals with shared experiences to provide mutual support.

Crisis Support: Offering immediate assistance through hotlines and online resources.

Community Resources: Collaborating with local organizations to provide comprehensive mental health services.

Mental Health Navigation: Assisting individuals in finding the right resources and support for their needs.

Holistic Healing: Integrating physical, emotional, and spiritual care to promote overall well-being.

Emotional Resilience: Building the skills needed to cope with life's challenges effectively.

Conclusion

Mental health is a crucial aspect of overall wellness, and by leveraging various support systems and resources, we can create a more inclusive and supportive environment for all individuals. Embracing a holistic approach that includes therapy, counseling, self-care, and community support can significantly improve mental health outcomes. By working together, we can break the stigma, raise awareness, and make mental health services accessible to everyone who needs them. For more information and resources, visit Mental Health Connect.

Remember, seeking help is a sign of strength, and Mental Health Connect is here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can foster mental well-being and create a thriving community for all.