SOMATIC COUNSELING
A Different Kind of Therapy
Based in the Hakomi Method, my form of somatic work weaves talk therapy with a deep dive into the body — and how and where our emotions live there.
As trauma specialist Bessel Van der Kolk states in the title of his well-known book, “the body keeps the score.” When we explore our experiences and emotions through the lens of the body instead of approaching them from the mind, we unlock the capacity to meet our inner parts, honor them, and transform our relationship to them. Often, these are young parts that developed in our childhood to help us navigate a reality in which we had little control; and while they served to protect us then, they may not be so helpful in our adult lives now. By gently getting to know them through the body-mind, we can help them to feel safe to soften their grip.
This is deeply healing work that accesses and gradually reshapes our earliest-formed core beliefs and neural pathways. It allows us to change our lives from the inside out. This can lead to embodied inner peace, self-love, and a deepened capacity for intimacy with self, others, and one’s soul path.
embodiment
relational healing
soul remembrance
WHAT TO EXPECT
Weekly or bi-weekly 50 or 75-minute sessions
Looks like traditional talk therapy, but can access much deeper pathways in the brain + psyche by using the body as a doorway
Steady development of a deeper capacity for mindfulness + nervous system regulation
Access to inner child parts, old memories, and core beliefs that are running the show + keeping you stuck so that they can be met, healed and rewoven
A therapeutic relationship that serves as an ongoing, honest and loving mirror
TESTIMONIALS
“Olivia has a gift for holding space. When I'm with her (virtually) in Hakomi sessions, I feel deeply connected to my authentic self and know that what's bubbling up for me is coming directly from spirit. Her intuitive, empathetic style pushes me to explore new undercurrents of my psyche, while other times simply helping me to slow down and allow space for what is coming up in my body.”
“I came in not knowing much about the Hakomi method, but now 5 months later I can speak to its power. Olivia has helped me recognize and accept my body's wisdom, heal deeply, and move towards liberation. I would highly recommend her services to anyone who is looking to do the same.”
“Exploring somatic therapy with Olivia was a profound, grounding and healing experience. During a series of sessions we were able to focus on particular issues and blocks that have been coming up for me and truly move through and release them. These sessions also allowed me to lean further into presence and joy. Olivia is a gifted healer who holds a safe space with insight, grace, confidence, and flexibility.”
My prayer for our work together:
May you find joy in meeting yourself more deeply. May you find ease in walking the sacred path that is yours to walk. May you find freedom from the beliefs that no longer serve you. May you locate the infinite fountain of love that is available to you always — and connect with others from that place.
THE EXCHANGE
50-MINUTE SESSION
$175
75-MINUTE SESSION
$250
I offer a limited number of sliding scale spaces as part of my commitment to accessibility and care. You can read more about how I hold sliding scale here.
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