Online Somatic Therapy for Nervous System Regulation, Burn Out Recovery and/or Trauma Support
Neuro-affirming, trauma-informed somatic therapy to help you reconnect with your body and build resilience. Join from the comfort of your home, or in person in Edinburgh.
My Online Somatic Therapy Can Support You If:
- You’re feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, or disconnected
- You’re navigating trauma, chronic illness, or stress
- You’re neurodivergent and want a neuro-affirming approach
- You value support that adapts to you, and meets you where you’re at
- You want ongoing, structured support and can do at least 6 sessions
What is Somatic Therapy?
Somatic therapy is a body-based, trauma-informed approach that gently reconnects you with the wisdom of your nervous system.
Many of us have learned to live mostly in our minds; analysing our experiences and trying to “think” our way through stress or trauma. But our bodies also hold the imprint of what we’ve lived through. When experiences feel overwhelming or unsafe, the nervous system can continue to hold those responses long after the moment has passed.
Somatic therapy works with the body as an entry point for healing. In sessions, we slow down and gently bring awareness to sensations, breath, movement, and the signals of your nervous system. This creates space for the body to begin processing and releasing stress responses that may have been held for a long time.
Rather than pushing or forcing change, this work is led by curiosity, compassion, and pacing that feels right for you. Over time, your nervous system can begin to rediscover a sense of regulation, resilience, and connection.
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How We Work Together
In person and online somatic therapy sessions are gentle, trauma-informed, and tailored to your needs.
We begin by exploring what’s currently present for you, whether that’s stress, burnout, chronic illness, or feeling disconnected, and set a clear intention for our work together.
In the first few sessions, we focus on building a sense of internal steadiness, creating simple resources you can return to if things feel overwhelming. From there, we gradually support your nervous system to process sensations and emotions at a pace that feels okay for you.
We’ll gently expand your capacity to stay with and process difficult sensations or emotions, using techniques drawn from Somatic Experiencing® such as pendulation, titration, and other resourcing practices.
A typical Somatic Therapy session might include:
- Gentle breathwork
- Grounding and orienting exercises
- Guided visualisation
- Body awareness and nervous system mapping
- Space to share or reflect as needed
My trauma-informed and accessible approach to Somatic Therapy is especially supportive for those who are neurodivergent or living with chronic stress, as we prioritise flexibility, pacing, and accessibility throughout.
We start with a minimum of 6 sessions, and support can often be ongoing - much like with talk therapy.
About Me - Astrid, Somatic Therapist UK
I offer trauma-informed holistic healing events, online Somatic Therapy & Reiki training. I support people who feel overwhelmed or disconnected to come home to their body, so they can remember how to rest, honour their capacity, and move forward with more trust in themselves.
My online somatic therapy sessions are gentle, trauma-informed spaces designed to be accessible, neuroinclusive, and supportive of the many different ways bodies and minds experience the world.
My professional training includes, but is not limited to, Somatic Healing, Trauma-Informed Practice, Mental Health First Aid, and Somatic Therapy for Complex Trauma. I am also currently studying Counselling.
Free Somatic Practice to Support Your Nervous System
et a free 10-minute guided somatic practice delivered to your inbox, designed to help you soothe your nervous system, reconnect with your body, and feel a little more grounded.
This gentle, trauma-informed practice is especially supportive if you’re navigating overwhelm, chronic stress, or feeling disconnected, and want an accessible way to begin working with your body at home.
Somatic Therapy Pricing & Locations
I offer online somatic therapy and in-person sessions in Edinburgh, with all sessions tailored to your individual needs. This may be focused somatic therapy or a more integrative approach, depending on what feels most supportive for you.
Sessions start from £65 per hour, with a recommended 6-session package (£360) to support therapeutic, more sustainable nervous system work over time.
Online Somatic Therapy
Online sessions are designed to be accessible, flexible, and effective, allowing you to receive support from the comfort of your own home.
Working online can be especially supportive for those navigating chronic illness, burnout, or neurodivergence. I understand that with pacing needs, leaving the house can cost a lot of extra spoons/ pace points / capacity, so I offer online therapy to help you conserve time and energy.
Sessions take place via secure video platform and include the same trauma-informed, body-based approach, using practices such as grounding, breathwork, and nervous system awareness.
6 session package price = £360
In-Person Sessions (Edinburgh)
For those who prefer in-person support, sessions are available in Edinburgh and may include hands-on, embodied approaches such as massage, cupping, Reiki, or sound healing alongside somatic therapy.
A calm, welcoming space that is wheelchair accessible and gender inclusive.
In-person sessions can offer additional physical support, while still following the same gentle, trauma-informed approach as online.
6-session package: £360
Somatic Therapy Online and In-Person in Edinburgh
While sessions are primarily offered online for ease and accessibility, in-person appointments in Edinburgh (Leith and Ratho) are also available if needed, with the option to integrate additional holistic approaches.
For those interested in a more integrative approach, weaving in elements such as Reiki and Shamanic Healing, you can learn more about that branch of my work on my Holistic Appointments page.
Accessibility
As a queer, neurodivergent and disabled business owner, accessibility is embedded into the heart of my practice for both my clients and myself. In my Somatic Therapy sessions I will always check in regularly with you to ensure you feel the sessions are accessible to your needs. You can learn more about me, my values, and qualifications here.
A note on pricing
I offer limited concessionary spots for those with financial constraints who wouldn’t otherwise be able to access Somatic Therapy appointments. These are offered on a limited basis to ensure I stay within my own capacity as a practitioner also managing ongoing chronic illness.
Email me to explore this option.
FAQs
Somatic therapy is a body-based and trauma-informed approach that recognises how past experiences can be stored in the body, not just the mind. Unlike traditional talk therapy, which focuses mainly on mental processing, somatic work gently supports your body in releasing held tension and bringing balance back into the system.
I’m there to witness you, and help guide you back into your body. An in depth history is not required. The main focus is on how dysregulation has impacted the body and nervous system.
Absolutely not! Rather than diving into painful memories, we work slowly, gently, and with great care, allowing your system to unwind at its own pace. This approach honours your body’s innate wisdom and helps build a deeper sense of trust, presence, and resilience from within. It doesn’t require you to disclose anything or talk about your trauma in detail.
It’s recommended to have 4-6 sessions. This work is most effective when done over time so we can slowly work through the process.
Yes! I love running Somatic Therapy 1-1 online. It can make it more accessible and translates really well online.
Yes they complement each other so well! Energy healing and body-based healing go hand in hand. The more we open to spiritual or energetic realms, the more important it is to stay embodied and grounded. This is where somatic therapy comes in.
As I’ve been working in these spaces, I’ve been dismayed to see how many practitioners can encourage a very disembodied form of energy work. It’s of the utmost importance to me that energy work is balanced with somatic work.
Still have questions?
As a holistic and somatic therapist, my practice focuses on supporting individuals in their journey towards well-being by integrating mind-body approaches. My work is rooted in the understanding that our experiences, emotions, and past traumas are often held within the body, and by gently engaging with somatic awareness, we can facilitate profound healing and transformation.
What I Can Help With:
Nervous System Regulation: Supporting clients in developing greater capacity for self-regulation, reducing symptoms of chronic stress, anxiety, and overwhelm, and cultivating a sense of safety and calm within the body.
Trauma Recovery (Somatic-Focused): Guiding clients through somatic processes to gently release stored trauma in the body, helping to complete thwarted biological responses, and fostering resilience and integration. This involves working with the body's innate wisdom to process and move beyond traumatic experiences.
Chronic Illness Support (Somatic-Focused): Assisting individuals in exploring the body-mind connection in chronic illness, developing somatic resources to manage symptoms, reduce pain, and improve overall quality of life. This may involve addressing underlying stress, emotional patterns, and nervous system dysregulation that contribute to chronic conditions.
Neurodivergence Support (Somatic-Focused): Providing somatic tools and strategies to help neurodivergent individuals navigate sensory sensitivities, manage executive function challenges, improve interoception, and cultivate greater self-awareness and self-regulation.
Embodied Awareness and Self-Connection: Facilitating a deeper connection to the body's wisdom, intuition, and innate capacity for healing.
Stress Reduction and Resilience Building: Offering practical, body-based techniques to reduce stress, build resilience, and enhance overall well-being.
Emotional Processing (Somatic-Focused): Supporting clients in safely experiencing and processing emotions through body-centered awareness, rather than cognitive analysis.
What I Do Not Provide:
Talking Therapy/Psychotherapy: I am not a qualified talking therapist and my approach does not involve traditional cognitive-behavioral or psychoanalytic methods. While verbal processing may occur, the primary focus of the work is always brought back to the body and somatic experience.
Health Diagnosis or Medical Advice: I am not licensed to provide health diagnoses, medical advice, or prescribe any treatments. My services are complementary to medical care and should not be considered a substitute for professional medical or psychiatric treatment.
Crisis Intervention for Active Suicidality: I am unable to work with individuals who are actively suicidal or in acute mental health crisis. In such situations, it is crucial to seek immediate support from emergency services or a qualified mental health professional.
Primary Treatment for Severe Mental Health Issues: For individuals experiencing severe mental health conditions, engagement with my services would require a multidisciplinary approach and explicit approval from their existing healthcare team (e.g., psychiatrist, psychologist, GP). My role in these cases would be complementary and supportive, working in collaboration with other professionals.
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