Somatic Experiencing® (SE™) is a powerful, body-centered approach that helps restore the nervous system to a calm, alert baseline when it has been disrupted bv accidents, injuries, prolonged stress, traumatic experiences, developmental trauma, medical procedures, or any other experience that was not able to be integrated.
When a real or perceived threat is not fully processed, the nervous system can remain in a state of high alert, shutdown, or a combination of both. In these states, the body’s capacity to heal, regulate, and respond to stress is diminished. Functioning with these states operating in the background is exhausting. SE helps release the unresolved survival energy stored in the body, allowing the nervous system to regain flexibility and balance.
Through SE™, you can reconnect with your body’s natural rhythms, helping you notice its subtle nudges before they become shouts. This creates space for deep healing, increased resilience, and a renewed sense of presence and well-being—supporting both your physical health and your mental, emotional, and relational health.
SE™ is relevant for many different experiences, including the following:
- Anxiety, depression, PTSD, and stress-related conditions
- Concussions and neurological injuries/disorders
- Trauma from accidents, falls, medical procedures, or prolonged stress
- Chronic fatigue, sleep disruption, and dysregulated nervous system response
- Individuals preparing for surgery and for integration of the experience post-surgery.
- Traumatic birth experiences
- Developmental trauma, adverse childhood events
- Parents wanting to develop their own nervous system regulation
Somatic Experiencing® (SE™) Practitioners