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Somatic Therapies:

Integrating Neurobiology with Jung and IFS

I believe that true healing is not just about addressing symptoms—it’s about reconnecting with yourself on a deeper level, both physically and psychologically. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, or simply feeling stuck, my counseling services offer an approach that blends neurobiological science with somatic practices to help you regain balance, clarity, and a sense of purpose. Grounded in neuroscience, IFS, and Jungian psychology—this approach is designed to help you not only understand your struggles but transform them into opportunities for growth.

The Mind-Body Connection in Healing

Every emotion you experience—whether it’s stress, confusion, anxiety, or a sense of being unmotivated—affects both your mind and body. Science has shown that the nervous system plays a significant role in how we handle stress, process emotions, and maintain mental clarity. This is why simply “thinking through” your struggles isn’t always enough. My work combines neurobiological understanding with body-focused somatic practices to help you process emotions in a way that creates lasting change.

What Somatic Practices Can Do for You

Somatic therapy is a powerful tool to help regulate the nervous system and reconnect with your body. By tuning into physical sensations, we guide you through exercises like mindful breathing, movement, and body awareness techniques that help release tension, reduce anxiety, and improve emotional resilience. These practices help bring your body back to a state of balance, so you can feel calmer, more centered, and more in control of your life. Whether you’re facing anxiety, depression, or simply the stress of daily life, somatic therapy offers a direct way to reconnect with your inner strength and create positive shifts in your life.

Soma and Jung

Incorporating a Jungian framework allows us to explore the deeper psychological and symbolic aspects of your challenges. Jungian psychology emphasizes the importance of the unconscious mind, personal symbols, and archetypes in shaping how we navigate life’s struggles. By working with dreams, images, and personal stories,  you are able to explore underlying patterns and discover new ways to approach anxiety, life transitions, and emotional confusion.

Somatic IFS—An Embodied Approach

By blending neurobiology, somatic therapies, and Jungian psychology, my approach addresses both the physical and psychological aspects of well-being. You won’t just work on reducing symptoms of anxiety, depression, or stress—you’ll uncover the root causes and gain tools to navigate life’s challenges with more resilience and self-awareness. This method offers a holistic path to growth, helping you restore balance and gain a renewed sense of clarity and purpose in your life.

Ready to Reconnect with Yourself? 

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or uncertain about the next steps in your journey my approach offers a safe space to explore your emotions, regulate your nervous system, and gain insight into the deeper patterns shaping your life.

“Catherine made all the difference in my journey through depression and back to health. I have loved the way she integrates mindfulness practices with her therapy to help me navigate day to day challenges.”

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