Episode 144 Unveiling The Transformative Power Of Somatic Practices In Holistic Therapy: Interview with Maira Holzmann

The Holistic Counseling Podcast

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What is Somatic therapy? How can we begin to recognize that the body and mind are interconnected and by working with the body, we can achieve emotional healing?

MEET Maira Holzmann

Maira Holzmann, LCSW, is a body-based, somatically trained trauma therapist specializing in helping adults heal from childhood trauma. Committed to the vision of ending the consequences of trauma from being passed on to future generations, she understands the importance of including the body as an ally in the healing process. Maira is passionate about a therapeutic touch modality called Coregulating Touch that deeply supports healing the nervous system and healing relational trauma. Maira runs a group psychotherapy practice called Somatic Therapy Partners (STP) whose focus is on healing the nervous system, nurturing resilience, and increasing a client’s healthy connection with their body.

Find out more at Somatic Therapy Partners and connect with Maira on Instagram & Facebook

IN THIS PODCAST:

• What does it mean to be embodied? 3:38
• What role does physical touch play in mental & physical wellness? 8:47
• What are the benefits of co-regulating touch? 13:30
• What are the ethical considerations when using touch in therapy? 18:26

What Does It Mean To Be Embodied?

• The importance of listening to the information that your body is trying to give you
• How to help clients come more into their body
• What is Joyspotting?
• Learning how to feel our positive lived experiences

What Role Does Physical Touch Play In Mental & Physical Wellness?

• The importance of understanding the early impacts of trauma
• Creating safety when using touch with clients
• What is co-regulating touch?
• How to help clients understand how their nervous system functions

What Are The Benefits Of Co-Regulating Touch?

• The importance of self-compassion
• What is attunement?
• Helping your clients to identify what is “safe enough,” for them

What Are The Ethical Considerations When Using Touch In Therapy?

• What are consent-based exercises?
• The importance of asking your clients for consent every time
• Recognizing what your client's body language is saying during session
• What are some of the misconceptions about somatic therapy?
• What is somatic tracking?

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Find out more at Somatic Therapy Partners and connect with Maira on Instagram & Facebook