“What’s the Difference Between Talk Therapy and Somatic Therapy?”
This is a question I’m frequently asked, and a good one at that. If you have a personal trauma history, chances are good you’ve tried
This is a question I’m frequently asked, and a good one at that. If you have a personal trauma history, chances are good you’ve tried
Why the Name Change? Why the name change? When I started my private practice in 2010, I was a recently licensed massage therapist. I
I really love this question. Why? Because the answer will help you understand how to find the best somatic approach to meet your unique needs.
This is probably the most common question I get from new clients. Somatics is still an emerging field and is practiced in many different ways.
This could be the most boring blog entry ever. Why? Because you’re about to read about the continuing education courses I took last year. Boh-ring. But I’m going to do it anyway. Why? For two reasons: 1) if you’re thinking about scheduling a session with me, this could help you decide if we’re a fit. 2) it’s important that my clients know my level of commitment to my profession. As I’ve shared before, there is no licensure tract to become a somatic therapist. Only licensed professions require continuing education credits, but I complete them anyway. This is in part because I’m a naturally curious human and love learning. More importantly, it’s to stay current in my field and to keep my skillset fresh and relevant. Here we go…
When I first heard the term “spiritual direction”, I felt put off. It sounds like agreeing to a relationship in which someone tells you what
Most “helping professionals” come into their careers by searching for answers to their own issues. I’m no exception. I grew up in a religious culture
The purpose of somatic bodywork is to address the impact of trauma using the added element of physical touch. The appointment proceeds in a similar
I have worked with many clients over the years who came to Salt City Bodyworks feeling discouraged and confused. They had been living with significant