Somatic Therapy & IFS-Informed EMDR in North Carolina
Racing mind, frozen body
Have you ever felt like your mind is racing, but your body is frozen? Or perhaps you experience physical tension, chronic pain, or exhaustion that doctors can't explain? Maybe you feel emotionally numb, as if you are watching your life from a distance rather than living it.
Trauma and chronic stress don't just live in our memories; they take up residence in our bodies. You might find yourself reacting to situations with intense physical sensations, such as a racing heart, a tight chest, or a pit in your stomach, even when you logically know you are safe. This disconnect between what you think and how you feel can leave you stuck in a cycle of anxiety and exhaustion, unable to find true peace. Talk therapy helps you understand the "why," but sometimes, words aren't enough to release the "how" that is stored in your nervous system.
Using Your Body to Heal Your Mind
Healing is not just a cognitive process; it is a physiological one. To truly move forward, we must invite the body into the conversation. By combining Somatic Therapy with IFS-Informed EMDR, we offer a holistic path to recovery that addresses the root causes of your distress, not just the symptoms.
Find Relief Beyond Words. Discover the power of body-based healing for the mind. Schedule your consultation now.
How Somatic Therapy and IFS Work
Somatic Therapy operates on the understanding that the body holds the legacy of trauma. Instead of just talking about your history, we use the body as a resource. Through gentle awareness of physical sensations, movement, and breath, we help your nervous system discharge stored energy and return to a state of balance. It allows you to process emotions that have been "stuck" in your muscles and tissues for years.
IFS-Informed EMDR brings another powerful layer to this work. Internal Family Systems (IFS) views the mind as made up of different "parts" (like the inner critic, the protector, or the wounded child). When we combine this with EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), we don't just process a traumatic memory; we help the specific part of you that is holding that pain to heal. This integration ensures that we aren't just reducing symptoms, but nurturing the wounded parts of your self back to wholeness.
Who Can Benefit From Mind-Body Healing?
These approaches are particularly effective if you have found that traditional talk therapy has hit a plateau. They are ideal if you are seeking:
Somatic therapy to address chronic physical tension, unexplained pain, or a dysregulated nervous system
IFS therapy integration to understand internal conflicts, self-sabotage, or intense self-criticism
Anxiety therapy that goes beyond coping skills to address the physiological roots of panic and fear
A deeper connection to yourself if you often feel dissociated, "floaty," or numb
Imagine Feeling at Home in Your Body, At Last
Imagine feeling truly at home in your own skin. Through this work, you can move from a state of constant survival mode to one of grounded safety. Clients often report feeling a profound sense of weight lifting off their shoulders. You may notice that you are less reactive to stress, more compassionate toward yourself, and capable of experiencing joy and relaxation in ways that previously felt impossible. This is about moving from fragmentation to integration, where your mind and body work together in harmony.
How Somatic Therapy Feels in Practice
This deep, transformative work requires a safe container and a skilled guide. My approach is rooted in compassion and extensive training. I specialize in bridging the gap between the mind and body, ensuring that we move at a pace that honors your unique nervous system. By weaving together the body-based wisdom of Somatic Therapy with the compassionate framework of IFS-Informed EMDR, I tailor every session to your specific needs. I am here to walk beside you as you reclaim your body and your story. You won't be alone in this process.
Could Somatic Therapy Be the Missing Piece in Your Healing?
It is common to feel unsure about therapy that involves the body, especially if you have spent a lifetime trying to ignore it or if your body has been a source of pain. Please know that Somatic Therapy and IFS-Informed EMDR are gentle, non-invasive, and evidence-based approaches. We never force a release or push past your window of tolerance. Everything we do is an invitation, designed to help you build safety and capacity slowly. You are always in control of the process.
You don't have to carry the weight of the past in your body forever. If you are ready to explore a more holistic approach to healing, I invite you to reach out.
Schedule your free consultation today and let’s discuss how Somatic Therapy and IFS-Informed EMDR can help you find lasting relief and connection.