What is Somatic Healing?

Somatic healing is a holistic practice that bridges the connection between mind and body. It involves therapeutic techniques focusing on the body's physical sensations to address and heal psychological and emotional issues. By engaging with our physical selves, we can heal physical, emotional, and mental challenges, enhancing our ability to recover from stress and trauma. Somatic healing recognizes that experiences and traumas are often stored in the body, and through mindful practices, we can release these tensions and foster overall well-being.

Why A Somatic Approach to Healing?

Modern society was not designed to meet our biological needs, yet the body requires regular care and connection to work optimally. After spending a lifetime in a society that damages our bodies, we need to recognize the importance of direct, embodied healing practices. Somatic approaches to healing engage the body directly, tapping into the non-verbal realm where trauma often resides. This allows women to process experiences without relying solely on verbal expression. These practices help regulate the nervous system, release physical tension, and restore a sense of bodily autonomy, crucial for overcoming feelings of helplessness associated with trauma. By fostering a deep, embodied awareness, somatic methods empower women to heal from past traumas and conditioning, promoting resilience and a renewed sense of personal agency.

Individual Somatic Therapies

Our Offerings 
At Liberated Lens, our individual somatic therapies focus on mind-body integration through techniques such as Reiki, Kundalini Yoga, and breathwork. These practices help release physical tension, improve emotional balance, and enhance overall well-being.

Benefits

• Stress Reduction: Lower stress levels and promote relaxation.
• Increased Body Awareness: Enhance your connection with your body.
• Emotional Release: Facilitate emotional healing and balance.
• Trauma Healing: Treat trauma and emotional challenges by reconnecting individuals with their bodies in a supportive environment.

Integration with Other Services 
Somatic therapies are included with individual coaching and retreats, providing a comprehensive approach to healing and personal development. This integration ensures that clients receive holistic support, combining physical, emotional, and mental aspects of healing for a more effective and transformative experience.

Our Approach 
Our approach to somatic practices is grounded in a holistic understanding of well-being, encompassing mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual dimensions. We prioritize nurturing the body's fundamental needs, such as balanced nutrition, physical activity, rest, and hydration. We educate our clients on authentic self-care practices that support the body's natural healing processes, promoting personal growth and well-being. Our practices are deeply rooted in intersectional feminist principles, acknowledging the diverse and complex experiences of women and addressing the impact of societal issues on our bodies and minds.

Our Practices

Reiki 
A gentle practice that soothes the nervous system, reduces stress, and promotes deep emotional healing. Reiki involves the transfer of energy through the practitioner's hands to the client, encouraging relaxation and balance. Reiki empowers women to navigate systemic challenges with resilience and grace.

Kundalini Yoga 
Our inclusive Kundalini Yoga sessions are designed for all bodies, emphasizing body positivity. Kundalini Yoga combines physical postures, breath control, chanting, and meditation to awaken energy and promote holistic wellness. Through Kundalini Yoga, we strengthen the mind-body connection, support each other in healing, and build a community united in growth and discovery.

Breathwork 
Breathwork offers powerful techniques for managing stress and anxiety while regulating emotions. This practice uses controlled breathing exercises to increase oxygen flow, promote relaxation, and release emotional blockages. It is especially effective for grounding and reconnecting with our bodies, making it invaluable for trauma recovery.

Customized Sessions

Personalized Healing 
We tailor our sessions to meet your unique needs, considering different abilities, backgrounds, and health concerns. We empathetically get to know you physically, emotionally, and mentally, creating a truly personal program. This deep understanding allows us to provide customized guidance and support that addresses your specific challenges and goals, ensuring a more impactful healing journey.

One-on-One and Group Sessions 
Choose between one-on-one sessions for focused, personal guidance or group sessions for your organization or community group. Our group sessions foster a sense of community and shared growth, making them ideal for workplaces, clubs, or any group seeking collective healing and development.

Flexible Delivery 
Our therapies are available both in-person and online, allowing you to choose the setting that feels most comfortable. You can come to our serene and welcoming space at Liberated Lens, or we can come to your location to provide the same compassionate and personalized care. Each session is tailored to maximize therapeutic benefits and meet your unique needs.

Your Somatic Therapies Specialist 
Michelle, co-founder of Liberated Lens, brings extensive training in Kundalini Yoga, Reiki, and breathwork to her role. With a compassionate and empathetic presence, Michelle guides others to reconnect with their physical selves. Michelle's own journey of self-discovery and healing informs her holistic approach. She is dedicated to creating a nurturing space for women in midlife, believing in the transformative power of nourishing the body, mind, and spirit.

Join Michelle at Liberated Lens 
Embark on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment, reconnecting with your body and healing from within.