Somatic therapy, also called somatic experiencing therapy, is a body-centered form of psychotherapy designed to address physical symptoms of trauma, abuse, or stress that are believed to be stored in the body. According to a report on NaturalNews.com by Ramon Tomey, trauma can disrupt cells, thoughts, and spirit, and the body may communicate distress through chronic fatigue, migraines, and digestive disorders [1]. The approach is used for conditions such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, chronic pain, and depression, according to descriptions in the mental health literature.
Marzia Fernandez, in the book “Mental Health Workbook 6 Books in 1,” notes that modern somatic psychotherapy has evolved from earlier, more intense cathartic methods to incorporate mindfulness and gentle release [2]. While early studies suggest that somatic therapy can reduce trauma symptoms, research on its effectiveness remains less extensive than that for cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), according to the same sources.
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