Somatic healing is a holistic approach to healing that focuses on the interconnectedness of the mind and body. It acknowledges that emotional, psychological, and physical well-being are deeply intertwined, and therefore, to achieve healing, one must address all aspects of the self.

The term "somatic" refers to the body and bodily sensations. Somatic healing practices often involve becoming more attuned to bodily sensations, movements, and patterns as a means of accessing and processing emotions, traumas, and stressors that may be stored in the body.

An important focus of somatic work is understanding and embodying the language of the nervous system as a way to heal from chronic stress and trauma.

By cultivating awareness of bodily sensations and using various body-first techniques such as breathwork, yoga, somatic movement, and mindfulness practices, individuals can release tension, resolve emotional blockages, and promote healing on multiple levels.

Somatic healing approaches are commonly used in psychotherapy, trauma therapy, and alternative medicine modalities. They can be beneficial for individuals seeking relief from physical ailments, chronic pain, trauma-related symptoms, stress, anxiety, and depression, among other issues. Somatic healing emphasizes the importance of listening to the wisdom of the body and using its innate capacity for healing and self-regulation.

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WHO THIS RETreat is for

This Somatic Healing retreat is designed to support those who are suffering from chronic stress, burnout, traumatic stress or PTSD symptoms. These symptoms can include anxiety, depression, insomnia, fatigue, low motivation, chronic emotional and physical pain, migraines, IBS, and insomnia. This Somatic Healing retreat is also suitable for folks simply interested in learning and experiencing ways to optimize their mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing through somatic healing.

*This retreat is not a replacement for therapy and is not intended to treat active addiction, psychosis, or severely destabilized mental health conditions.

About

Amy Williams, MA, LMHC, C-DBT, CYT

Amy’s mission is to support others in living their most authentic, embodied, and connected lives outside of survival mode. Amy Williams, MA is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Certified Yoga Teacher specializing in Trauma and Somatic Therapy. She is the founder of Felt Sense Psychotherapy, a private practice based in Milford, Massachusetts. Amy offers Somatic Experiencing at the Intermediate Level, supporting individuals with somatic nervous system healing through trauma resolution.

With a background in yoga for emotional health and healing, Amy facilitates monthly virtual Trauma-Sensitive Yoga & Somatics classes and integrates yoga tools and techniques into her work as a mental health therapist. She is passionate about helping women regulate their nervous systems, discharge stored survival stress, and increase capacity for pleasure though somatic, body-first practices.

Amy believes that empowering you with the knowledge and tools to understand your nervous system is essential to healing. More than anything, her direct work with clients has taught her that healing and change must occur in both the body and the mind. While each body, mind, and nervous system are unique, Amy’s work is driven by our shared, inherent capacity for healing and balance.

Join us for a weekend of DISCOVERY and healing

GOALS:

Decrease stress-related symptoms (anxiety, depression, chronic pain, etc)
Increase emotional and physical resiliency
Increase nervous system and emotional wellness
Understand the role of the nervous system in your mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual wellness
Understand how the nervous system functions
Familiarize yourself with the different states of your nervous system
Understand the polyvagal theory and how to apply it to self-care
Learn and experience how the body can heal after traumatic stress

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TESTIMONIALS

“I LOVED the class last night - I’ve never taken a yoga class like it and I didn’t know what to expect. It ended up being the best yoga class I’ve ever taken! I would love to do it again - it was so comforting and freeing from tension I didn’t even realize I was carrying.”

“Last night’s class was wonderful, thank you! I could feel my body relax and feel more grounded. I’m looking forward to your spring classes.”

“I love being able to move in ways that feel good for my body and experimenting with that. I really liked the attitude of non-judgmental experimentation.”

If this retreat resonates with you, please join us:)

November 8-10, 2024 at The Bartlett Village House, a historic former B&B located in the heart of the White Mountains, NH.

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We look forward to sharing this experience with you!

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SUP YO Adventures & The Bartlett Village House in collaboration with FeltSense