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It all makes logical sense, doesn’t it? You get it. But no amount of understanding of our patterns seems to change how you feel when you’re faced with ‘that thing’ that sets you off. You still feel the same old way, do the same old thing in reaction, and feel the same old shame about it. Knowing why you do it and not being able to stop it almost makes it worse!
Unfortunately you can’t always think your way out of those sticky emotional reactions and old painful patterns that seem to hang around like flies. That’s because they’re rooted inside a part of your brain that simply isn’t logical. Somatic therapy finds its way past the logical brain and works with the body to get to the core of these old patterns. My clients often say this was the missing puzzle piece after they’d hit a wall in traditional therapy.
When everything else had failed, I found immense relief in my own patterns of high stress and anxiety thanks to somatic therapy. I’m passionate about stewarding my clients through the same transformative process. I love providing a respectful, non-judgmental space for you to show up as you are and explore a deeper level that’s required for lasting change.
My ultimate goal is to see you move through the ups and downs of life with more ease, get relief from painful patterns, and feel safe in yourself, the world, and your relationships. I‘m here to help you live the life you know can be true – where laughter, ease, and connection is effortlessly available. I can’t wait to meet you.
– CH.
– LP.
My struggles and stress shows up so often in my life. Somatic therapy has helped me to understand it better. Melissa guides me to feel more settled, and find my way through it. I can see a brighter future. Melissa helps me to feel so comfortable in the process! I didn’t realize the tension I was carrying through my life. I feel a bit softer, and like I can move forward with more ease. I’ve told so many friends about my experience with Melissa. If you’re on the fence, just reach out! It’s been amazing.
– MS.
Somatic therapy places a focus on how your body holds trauma, experiences, and patterns. While most talk therapy places emphasis on our mind’s understanding of our experiences, somatic therapy puts a focus on how our body holds the memory, and supports it from that lens.
Somatic therapy gets to the core of our imprints, from childhood experiences, to later adulthood. It’s transformative for those sticky patterns that won’t seem to budge, no matter how much mental understanding you may have around it.
My approach emphasizes creating a safe and supportive environment. I’ll walk along side you as we navigate together. LGTBQA2S++ and BIPOC clients warmly welcomed.
Somatic therapy is not reiki or energy healing. It’s a legitimate, evidence-based psychotherapy modality.
I’m a Registered Therapeutic Counsellor #3371 through the Association of Cooperative Counsellors. I’ve studied at Rhodes College, Orca Institute as well as training in Relational Somatic Therapy with Mariah Moser. I’m a life long learner and am fascinated by nervous system regulation, attachment theory, relationship patterns and exploring ways to support myself and others in navigating life in a meaningful way. I’m also a registered yoga teacher and passionately weave mindfulness into my practice with clients.
Please ask your insurance provider if RTC – Registered Therapeutic Counsellor is covered. Please reach out if you have any questions regarding this.
I live in qathet (Powell River), BC, Canada. My sessions happen over Zoom so you can live anywhere in the world. If you do live in qathet, we may be able to arrange in person sessions.