Online Somatic Experiencing
Somatic Experiencing sessions online in the UK and internationally
Somatic Experiencing® can be worked with effectively online, allowing us to pay attention to your experience in much the same way as we would when sitting together in the same room.
During an online session, we might notice bodily sensations, emotions, breathing, posture, movement or impulses to move, alongside the thoughts and images that arise. We work with curiosity and at a pace that feels manageable, allowing time to notice what is happening rather than feeling that you have to explain or work everything out.
You do not need any previous experience of Somatic Experiencing or other body-based approaches.
How does Somatic Experiencing work online?
Although we are not physically in the same room, there is still a great deal we can explore together.
I may invite you to notice sensations in your body, shifts in breathing or posture, where your attention naturally goes, or what happens as you become aware of your surroundings. At other times we may simply talk and notice what happens in your body as we do.
We can also work with movement, orienting, boundaries, impulses and the experience of support. There is no particular way you need to sit or behave during a session, and you are always free to move, stand, pause or change position.
The intention isn't to make something happen. We follow what emerges and stay curious about what your system is communicating
What might we explore?
People come to Somatic Experiencing for many different reasons. You might be interested in exploring experiences such as:
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feeling overwhelmed, stressed or frequently on alert
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finding it difficult to settle or slow down
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feeling disconnected, numb or distant from your body
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noticing recurring patterns of tension, bracing or holding
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the effects of difficult or overwhelming experiences
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difficulties with boundaries or feeling able to say yes or no
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patterns that seem difficult to reach through thinking or talking alone
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developing a greater awareness of bodily sensations, emotions and responses
You do not need to fit a particular diagnosis or category. We begin with what is important to you and work from there.
What do I need for an online session?
You will need a private space where you feel comfortable, together with a reliable internet connection and a phone, tablet or computer with a camera.
It can be useful to have enough space to change position or stand if you want to, but you do not need a special room or any equipment.
Sessions take place via Zoom
Online or face-to-face?
Some people prefer being physically in the room with a practitioner, while others appreciate being able to work from their own familiar environment.
Online sessions can also make Somatic Experiencing accessible if you live elsewhere in the UK or outside the UK, travel frequently, or simply find online appointments more convenient.
I offer both. My face-to-face practice is in Folkestone, Kent, while online Somatic Experiencing sessions are available more widely.
About me
I am a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP) and registered Shiatsu practitioner (MRSS). My background includes many years of working therapeutically with the body and with people experiencing stress, trauma and difficult life experiences.
My approach is collaborative rather than prescriptive. I am interested in what you notice, what feels helpful and what your own experience tells us as the session unfolds.
Sessions and booking
Online Somatic Experiencing
60 minutes
£90
If you are unsure whether online Somatic Experiencing is right for you, you are welcome to book a free discovery call first.
It gives us an opportunity to briefly discuss what you are looking for, ask any questions and see whether working together feels like a good fit.