Psychotherapy, also called talk therapy, is a way to help people with a broad variety of mental illnesses and emotional difficulties. A somatic therapist helps people release damaging, pent-up emotions in the body by using various mind-body techniques. These can vary widely, ranging from hypnosis, breathwork and dance, psychodrama, body awareness, calming tension in the body, pendulation, titration and resourcing.

Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP) is an empirically supported model that gives patients corrective emotional and relational experiences that mobilize changes in the brain. AEDP is transdiagnostic, i.e., it can effectively treat trauma, depression, emotion dysregulation, negative thoughts, experiential avoidance, and interpersonal problems. AEDP establishes a therapeutic relationship of safety and trust, and enhances positive functioning such as self-compassion, well-being, and self-esteem in both therapist and client. Dr. Fosha’s synthesis of theory, research, and clinical practice termed AEDP, has become widely recognized as an important step forward in psychotherapeutic treatment.

Cognitive behavioral therapy also known as CBT is a highly practical and effective intervention for people with various problems. This type of therapy helps to identify and address the behaviors and thinking patterns that cause and maintain an underlying problem. Numerous studies show that CBT is just as effective as medication, 75% of people experience a decrease in symptoms, within two years post therapy (Leahy & Holland, 2001).

Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is a modified type of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Its main goals are to teach people how to live in the moment, develop healthy ways to cope with stress, regulate their emotions, and improve their relationships with others. DBT was originally intended to treat borderline personality disorder (BPD), but it has been adapted to treat other mental health conditions beyond BPD. It can help people who have difficulty with emotional regulation or are exhibiting self-destructive behaviors (such as eating disorders and substance use disorders). This type of therapy is also sometimes used to treat post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

Mindfulness means living in the present moment. Essentially, it means being (intentionally) more aware and awake to each moment and being fully engaged in what is happening in one's surroundings – with acceptance and without judgment. To live more mindfully, we can teach and help you practice being intentional - choosing to cultivate your awareness. Paying attention - to the present moment, sensations, and thoughts, and cultivating a more positive attitude - being kind, curious, and non-judgmental toward self and others.