Somatic Experiencing (SE)  is a body-oriented approach to healing trauma developed by Dr. Peter Levine in the 1970s. It focuses on the mind-body connection and aims to help individuals process and release trauma stored in the body. The approach is based on the understanding that trauma can lead to various physical and emotional symptoms if not fully processed. SE recognizes that trauma often manifests as physical sensations, stored energy, and tension in the body. Therefore, it emphasizes the importance of attending to bodily sensations during the healing process.

I am a Level II student in training and, since 2016,  have experienced profound improvement through my personal journey of healing from PTSD.

SE is beneficial for:

• Trauma Recovery: SE is commonly used to help individuals recover from various forms of trauma, including childhood abuse, accidents, natural disasters, and military combat experiences.
• Anxiety and Depression: By addressing somatic symptoms, SE can help alleviate anxiety and depression associated with unresolved trauma.
• Chronic Pain and Illness: SE can be beneficial for individuals suffering from chronic pain or health issues that may have underlying trauma-related components.
• Performance Enhancement: SE techniques can support athletes, performers, and others in high-pressure situations by increasing body awareness and emotional resilience.

Reiki (pronounced ray-key) is a Japanese word meaning “universal life energy,” and the intention is to improve the flow of life energy in a person. Reiki practitioners learn to detect and alleviate problems of energy flow on the physical, emotional, and spiritual levels. There is no wrong way to heal, as Reiki energy does the work flowing safely and intelligently through you. ~Dr. Mikao Usui

As a Reiki Master, I offer Individual Reiki Sessions, as well as attunements through the Master Level.