Peter Levine
Understanding Somatic Experiencing
Somatic Experiencing® (SE™) is a pioneering body oriented approach to trauma recovery which was developed by the eminent Peter Levine, PhD. Dr. Levine's groundbreaking work draws inspiration from observing how animals instinctively release stress after life-threatening events. Translated into the human experience, Somatic Experiencing® provides a gentle and empowering path for individuals to renegotiate and resolve traumatic experiences stored in the body.
Through SE™ therapy, we focus on reconnecting with bodily sensations and guiding the body through a natural healing process. By paying attention to physical sensations, emotions, and thoughts related to past traumas, individuals can release stored trauma energy and restore a sense of safety and well-being.
Core Principles: Compassion in Action
At the core of Somatic Experiencing® lie three fundamental principles that shape its compassionate framework.
The Dynamic Process of Somatic Experiencing®
Understanding these core principles and dynamic processes, I employ a skill-building approach, teaching essential abilities such as enhanced self-regulation, accessing positive states, refining attentional capacities, and cultivating the discernment of subtleties within one's experiences. These skills collectively form a robust toolkit, empowering individuals with resilience and an enhanced capacity to navigate life's challenges with confidence and self-assurance.
If you're interested in exploring Somatic Experiencing® further or would like to schedule a session, please don't hesitate to reach out. I am here to support you on your journey toward healing and well-being.
Tara Brach
My Training and Credentials:
I am proud to have completed a comprehensive 3-year training program in Somatic Experiencing® and obtained the certificate of Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP). Additionally, I have pursued further education and training through Master classes with esteemed SE™ faculty such as Dr. Peter Levine, the founder of Somatic Experiencing®, and Dr. Kathy Kain, a renowned expert in somatic therapy techniques.
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To learn more about SE™ or to find other Somatic Experiencing Practitioners in your area, please visit TraumaHealing.org.
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