Somatic Approaches

Somatic Approaches

Somatic approaches to therapy recognize the mind-body connection and focus on addressing psychological issues through bodily experiences. By incorporating techniques such as body awareness, breathwork, and sometines movement, these approaches help individuals access and process stored emotions and trauma. This value lies in their ability to foster self-awareness, emotional regulation, and healing.  Some therapies like "somatic experiencing" require specialized training and certification.  Please ask your therapist whether he/she has sprecialize training and in which approaches.

If you are looking for a therapist who offers Somatic Approaches, please browse our list of practitioners below..

Note: You may narrow your search by selecting more than one filter below.

Amrita Dhoot

Amrita Dhoot

MCP, RCC
    • Online booking
Welcome! Do you come from a family with complex dynamics and feel like people don’t quite understand you? Have these experiences led to you being anxious, and struggling to trust yourself or others? My unique... Read more
Margaret Brennan

Margaret Brennan

Ph.D., R.Psych
    • Online booking
Are you tried of struggling with food or body image? Is eating a significant source of stress, anxiety, guilt or shame in your life? Do you rely on food to cope with stress or difficult emotions? Do you feel unable to... Read more
Virginia Chomley

Virginia Chomley

MCP:AT, RCC
    • Online booking
As a sensitive and intuitive person, empathy and compassion are at the heart of my practice. My priority is creating a strong sense of safety for the client, and trust in the therapeutic relationship, and I encourage... Read more
Ashley Shankar

Ashley Shankar

M.S.W., RCSW
I’m a cis South Asian woman. My Masters in Social Work from the University of British Columbia has granted me the opportunity to work extensively in diverse community mental health settings. I work with... Read more
Geoff Williams

Geoff Williams

M.S.W., RCC
It takes courage to engage with therapy and self improvement. So please, let me commend you, and express that it is my privilege to work with you.   My name is Geoff Williams and I am of English, Scottish,... Read more
Leanne Cuddington

Leanne Cuddington

M.A., RCC
Leanne is a Registered Clinical Counsellor based in Kitsilano. She obtained her Master’s degree in Somatic Counselling Psychology from Naropa University, Colorado and she has specialized credentials in Body... Read more
Matsui DeRoo

Matsui DeRoo

M.A., RCC
    • Online booking
Hello and welcome. I’m Matsui, my pronouns are they/them/theirs, and I’m a queer, trans, nonbinary neurodivergent person of colour with ancestors from Japan, Belgium, France and Ireland. I am grateful to... Read more
dean diamond

dean diamond

M.Ed., CCC
    • Online booking
I am a Nature Guided Focusing Oriented Therapist, Sandplay Therapy Intern, and Canadian Certified Counsellor with a Masters of Education in Disability Studies.  I offer embodied and experiential forms of... Read more
Karina Rampal

Karina Rampal

MCP, RCC
    • Online booking
I grew up in a culture where mental health was not given a priority and there was, and still is, a lot of stigma surrounding it. My passion for counselling came from wanting to give people a space to feel heard,... Read more
Sabrina Blasberg

Sabrina Blasberg

M.A., RCC
I have experience addressing a wide range of issues that bring people to counselling, such as depression, anxiety, life transitions, and relationship difficulties. I create a warm and genuine relationship with people... Read more
Tasha Davidson

Tasha Davidson

M.A., RCC
    • Online booking
Hi, First, I recognize how challenging starting the process of counselling may be. Whether it feels like the problem is too big, no one will understand or 'maybe it's not that big of a deal,' I want you... Read more
Anda Vintila

Anda Vintila

M.A., RCC
    • Online booking
I incorporate a diverse range of somatic (body-centered) therapies into my practice, drawing on extensive training and personal growth experiences that have significantly shaped my therapeutic approach. My work... Read more
Gillian Curtis

Gillian Curtis

M.A., RCC
Hi there, I'm Gillian! I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (#22672) and hold a Master’s in Counselling Psychology from Adler University. If you’re here, know that you’ve taken a huge step... Read more
Don Macdonald

Don Macdonald

M.Ed., RCC
Don(he, him) is a Registered Clinical Counsellor(since 2004) with a focus on families (in all their many forms) and relationships. He strives to provide clients with a welcome, warm and supportive environment in which... Read more
Kate Malone

Kate Malone

M.C., RCC
    • Online booking
Maybe you are struggling with anxiety and depression, working on building self-confidence, looking to heal past trauma, facing challenges in your relationships, or just needing a space to talk. I welcome individuals who... Read more
Mercedes Baines

Mercedes Baines

M.A., RCC
Mercedes Baines is a Registered Clinical Counsellor & a Certified Adlerian Therapist with a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology & a research focus in grief & loss. Inspiring fully embodied living... Read more
Soo Sen Lee

Soo Sen Lee

M.C., RCC
Soo Sen Lee is a Registered Clinical Counsellor who sees clients virtually, over the phone and in-person in Burnaby, BC.   Burnout, debilitating anxiety and depression, burnout, sexual assault, painful family... Read more
Kai Bishop

Kai Bishop

M.Couns., RCC
    • Online booking
It takes courage, compassion and curiosity to explore your inner world. By looking through these bios, you’ve taken the first step. Welcome!  Therapy is relational. Trust, transparency and care are... Read more
Aditi Jasra

Aditi Jasra

MCP, RCC
    • Online booking
Are you feeling stuck or lost? Perhaps, you are struggling with overwhelm, confusion or sensing emptiness in your life? Are you looking for some direction or support with your mental health struggles and daily... Read more
Diana Svenda

Diana Svenda

M.A., RCC
    • Online booking
Hello and welcome! I am a registered Clinical Counsellor (#22777) and hold a Master’s in Counselling Psychology from Adler University. I provide compassionate care for individuals and couples tailored to meet... Read more
Gabrielle Grimes

Gabrielle Grimes

M.A., RCC
Are you feeling weighed down by grief, relationship difficulties, or the lasting effects of past trauma? The majority of my work focuses on grief, including sudden and traumatic forms like suicide bereavement, as... Read more
Maria Fabiano

Maria Fabiano

M.Couns., RCC
    • Online booking
Now Accepting New Clients. Do you struggle with feeling disconnected from yourself and others? Do you struggle with stress, anger management issues or anxiety? Do you put your needs at the bottom of the to-do list... Read more
Isaac Rosenberg

Isaac Rosenberg

M.A., RCC
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC #18234) based in Victoria, British Columbia. I work with individuals and couples, in person or online. I bring a holistic approach to my work, and prioritize collaboration... Read more
Kendra Antony

Kendra Antony

M.A., RCC
    • Online booking
Hello! I'm Kendra (she/her), Registered Clinical Counsellor and owner of Hope Stone Counselling. I’m so glad you’re here.  Since 2006, I’ve had the privilege of being invited into people... Read more
Amanda Thiessen

Amanda Thiessen

M.S.W., RSW
Hello - I work with folks who are struggling with workplace issues like bullying and harassment, toxic work stress, anxiety, burnout, compassion fatigue, vicarious trauma, and workplace trauma. My clientele are... Read more
Katie Johnson

Katie Johnson

M.S.W., RCC
    • Online booking
I believe that each person is capable of healing and producing growth and transformation in their life. People continually overcome difficult experiences in life and are able to accomplish more than they can imagine. I... Read more
Taylor Willis

Taylor Willis

M.A., RCC
    • Online booking
While life can be filled with joy, wonder and new experiences, it can also prove to be stressful, anxiety-provoking and incredibly challenging. These situations can impact our self-worth, mood, our relationships with... Read more
Tatiana Carballo

Tatiana Carballo

M.A., RCC
    • Online booking
Life can be overwhelming when you’re trying to juggle all the roles you play—whether it’s being a parent, navigating the pressures of your career, or simply managing personal challenges. If you’... Read more
Stevie Chernish

Stevie Chernish

M.A., RCC
My counselling approach is integrative, allowing me to blend various therapeutic techniques to tailor my support to your unique journey. I embrace a systemic and whole culture perspective that situates you and your... Read more
Jenny Harris

Jenny Harris

M.A., RCC
    • Online booking
I believe in the power of collaboration, and my passion lies in partnering with you to navigate life's challenges and foster personal growth. Working together, I can help you set goals, make decisions, and... Read more