Living with trauma, chronic stress, or overwhelming emotions

can leave you feeling trapped in your own body.

 

You may notice constant tension, moments of numbness or disconnection, or a lingering sense of being on edge. For many people, talk therapy alone doesn’t always reach these deeper layers—because trauma often lives in the body just as much as it does in the mind. Somatic therapy offers a gentle, body-centered path forward.

 

By assisting you in listening to your body and releasing what it has been holding, our therapists at Heart Space Counseling Center can help you rediscover a sense of safety, balance, and presence in your daily life.

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When Should I Consider Somatic Therapy?

Somatic therapy is helpful for anyone who feels overwhelmed, disconnected from their body, or stuck in patterns of stress and trauma. It works as both a standalone therapy and as a complement to talk-based approaches.

Common reasons people seek somatic therapy:

- Trauma symptoms such as hypervigilance, flashbacks, or emotional flooding
- Anxiety, panic, or chronic stress
- Feeling numb, disconnected, or dissociated from the body
- Unexplained physical tension or chronic pain
- Difficulty regulating emotions or calming the nervous system
- Struggles with trust, intimacy, or vulnerability
- A desire for holistic healing that includes both body and mind

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What Happens in Somatic Therapy?

In somatic therapy, the body is seen as a key resource for healing. Sessions combine mindfulness, gentle movement, breathwork, and awareness practices to help you connect with your physical experience in a safe and supportive way.

- Notice physical sensations and patterns held in the body
- Learn grounding and regulation tools to calm the nervous system
- Release trauma stored in the body through awareness, movement, or guided exercises
- Reconnect with safety, vitality, and presence in daily life

Somatic therapy is always paced according to your comfort level and needs, with an emphasis on creating safety and empowerment throughout the process.

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Key Benefits of Somatic Therapy

1. Trauma Recovery – Helps release trauma stored in the body and calm the nervous system
2. Emotional Regulation – Builds tools to manage anxiety, stress, and overwhelm
3. Mind-Body Connection – Restores awareness and integration between body and mind
4. Physical Relief – Reduces chronic tension, pain, and somatic symptoms linked to trauma
5. Resilience – Increases capacity to handle stress and triggers with balance
6. Safety and Presence – Reconnects you with your body as a safe and supportive resource
7. Holistic Healing – Addresses trauma on both physical and emotional levels for lasting change

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Somatic therapy is a deeply effective approach for anyone seeking trauma healing, emotional regulation, and mind-body integration. By gently accessing the wisdom of the body, somatic therapy helps you release what is held within, restore safety, and move forward with greater freedom and resilience.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Somatic Therapy

Is somatic therapy evidence-based?
Yes. Research supports somatic approaches, such as Somatic Experiencing and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, as effective for trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and stress regulation.

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Do I need prior experience with body-based practices?
No. Somatic therapy is accessible to everyone. Your therapist will guide you through the process step by step.

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Can somatic therapy help with trauma recovery?
Yes. Somatic therapy directly addresses how trauma is stored in the body, helping release tension, restore balance, and build resilience.

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Why Clients in Colorado Trust Heart Space Counseling Center

We understand how trauma and stress can leave you feeling disconnected, unsafe, or stuck. Our somatic therapists provide a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where you can safely reconnect with your body and begin to release what has been held inside.

We integrate somatic approaches with trauma-informed care, ensuring that each session is tailored to your needs and your pace of healing. At Heart Space Counseling Center, all of you is welcome here - mind, body, and spirit.

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In-Person and Online Somatic Therapy in Colorado

We provide somatic therapy in our Lakewood, CO office and through secure online sessions for clients across Colorado. Whether you’re near Denver or anywhere else in the state, you can access body-centered trauma therapy designed to restore safety and connection.

At Heart Space Counseling Center, we are honored to walk with you in this healing journey. Every step you take toward reconnecting with your body is a step toward reclaiming your wholeness and your life.