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Somatic Experiencing at Reset Behavioral Health in Bakersfield, CA

Chronic stress, trauma, anxiety, work-related burnout, and grief – none of these problems should be taken lightly especially when you feel pain not only in your soul but also in your body. You can undergo somatic experiencing treatment in Kern County at our center – we work with adult clients, offer same-day admissions, and arrange pet accommodations for patients who do not want to part with their pets during the process of recovery.

Visit our Contact Us page or call 559-461-9680 to get in touch with Reset Behavioral Health today – access comprehensive and inclusive mental health care that will change your life.

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About Somatic Experiencing

What Is Somatic Experiencing?

Somatic experiencing refers to a unique therapeutic approach whose purpose is to help people heal from stress and trauma by targeting the physical tension in their body and regulating their nervous systems. This is a body-based mental health treatment – you notice where you feel tense, build resilience to manage stress, and move between discomfort and calm to process trauma safely.

When your mental wellness is severely undermined by two or more co-occurring conditions, it is a good idea to combine several therapy modalities to accomplish your goals. Somatic therapy, for instance, can complement cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and solution-focused therapy – see a full list of interventions we employ at our clinic on our Therapy Options page.

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Benefits

Somatic Experiencing Benefits

If you are thinking about attending somatic therapy in California, you should learn more about the advantages of this therapeutic approach:

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Somatic Experiencing

What to Expect During Somatic Experiencing

Trauma release therapy is going to include the following stages:

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Establishing Safety

You can talk about your worries and fears as the therapist creates a supportive space for you to relax and pick somatic practices you can resonate with.

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Exploration

Process your trauma and positively alter your thoughts by releasing trapped energy, grounding yourself in the present moment, and adapting your nervous system to stimuli.

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Integration

Let the therapist know about your feelings at the end of the session – they will show you how to build new patterns of response and reclaim vitality.

Our Approach

Our Approach to Somatic Experiencing

At Reset Behavioral Health, we believe in the collaboration of the patient and their therapist which is of paramount importance when the former is struggling with a trauma disorder – you get to become an active participant in your own recovery and gain perspective, clarity, and direction. We will integrate somatic experiencing with overall care to ensure you break unhealthy patterns and target underlying mental health issues that may become major problems in the future.
Note that somatic therapy for anxiety or bipolar disorder is available regardless of the form of treatment you select – you can access this therapy modality in Residential Treatment and keep attending sessions once you switch to an outpatient treatment program. Additionally, the Aftercare strategies developed by our specialists will prevent relapse and strengthen your ability to accept and overcome your struggles long after your treatment comes to an end.

Conditions Treated

Conditions Treated With Somatic Experiencing

Body-centered therapy is a versatile approach – it can be utilized to target trauma disorders and other mental health issues:

Anxiety

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Domestic Violence

Depression

Grief & Loss

Insomnia

Techniques

Somatic Experiencing Techniques

Body-based mental health treatment employs diverse techniques catered to the needs of a specific patient:

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Pendulation

You focus on uncomfortable sensations, and then you pay attention to comfortable ones to build tolerance.

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Grounding

Somatic therapy for PTSD often relies on this technique - put your feet on the ground and engage your senses to stay present in the moment.

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Breathing Exercises

Release tension and improve self-awareness by focusing on deep, rhythmic breathing.

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Somatic Narration

Describe random physical sensations you experience as you access and process traumatic memories.

Who Is Somatic Experiencing For?

Somatic therapy is supposed to improve the life of any person suffering from anxiety, chronic stress, and trauma. Whether you survived physical or emotional abuse, survived an accident, dealt with medical trauma, or experienced grief after you lost someone you care about, somatic experiencing will teach you how to focus on internal body sensations to balance out your nervous system.
Somatic experiencing is the right solution for a person with several mental health problems at once – for instance, if you are trying to put an end to depressive episodes that manifest alongside anger management issues caused by abuse or grief, talk to your therapist about the implementation of this approach. You may find a full list of disorders we address at our clinic on our What We Treat page.

How Long Does Somatic Experiencing Take?

The duration of body-based trauma therapy can be hard to predict – the complexity of a patient’s needs and their ability to resonate with the treatment chosen for them are the key factors that impact their chances of quick and profound recovery. Nonetheless, the majority of patients report significant improvement after eight to twelve weeks of regular counseling – you can achieve your therapy goals at a faster rate if you sign up for a residential treatment program.

Location

Somatic Experiencing Near Me

If you want to undergo somatic experiencing therapy in Bakersfield, it makes sense to choose a clinic close to where you currently reside. Reset Behavioral Health often works with clients who live in Los Angeles, Fresno, and Visalia – we are positioned off CA-99 which will allow you to keep your privacy yet stay connected to your home. The map below will give you directions to our facility, and a Virtual Tour will help you discover more about the amenities our patients enjoy.

Why choose us

Why Choose Reset Behavioral Health for Somatic Experiencing?

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Customized Treatment

Customized Treatment

We make sure every patient becomes more emotionally available and engaged with an individualized plan of treatment that can be adjusted to keep up with your progress.
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Specialized Expertise

Specialized Expertise

Our Team brings years of experience - you can recover with our guidance as we utilize therapy modalities backed by a substantial body of empirical research.
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Collaborative Care

Collaborative Care

Enhance the effectiveness of trauma release therapy by addressing your traumatic memories in family therapy or reflecting on your experiences in group therapy.
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Nurturing Environment

Nurturing Environment

Instead of allowing external triggers and distractions to stand between you and healing, you can spend time in a safe space where you are respected and understood.

CONTACT US

How to Start Somatic Experiencing in Bakersfield?

Whether you are dealing with the manifestations of a specific mental health diagnosis or feel stuck due to cumulative stress in your social and professional life, you should release this tension from your body and your mind. The dedicated professionals you can work with at our center can help you return to a state of calm and become more self-aware – besides, you will not have to wait for the healing to start as in-person sessions may begin within a day.
Reach out to Reset Behavioral Health now – you can call 559-461-9680 or refer to our Contact Us page to schedule your first consultation and address emotion-related challenges that hold you back.

FAQ’s

Somatic Experiencing FAQs

What is somatic experiencing therapy?

Somatic experiencing therapy is a specialized form of therapy where a patient heals their trauma and cumulative stress by releasing stress from their body instead of just focusing on their feelings and emotions.

How does somatic therapy help release trauma from the body?

This therapy modality regulates the nervous system through mindful movement, breathwork, and body awareness techniques that discharge trapped tension and stress.

Does Reset Behavioral Health accept insurance for somatic experiencing therapy?

You can cover the cost of somatic therapy with the help of your insurance company – learn more by visiting our Verify Insurance page. Alternatively, contact us to talk about self-pay or sliding-scale fees.

What should I expect during a somatic experiencing session?

Patients focus on physical sensations, gentle movement, and breath to release tension and build internal safety. After that, they discuss their experiences with therapists to understand how their bodies respond to somatic techniques.

Is somatic experiencing effective for anxiety and PTSD?

Yes, somatic therapy helps people diagnosed with anxiety disorders and trauma disorders – you can enhance your resilience and process complicated emotions like shame and fear, which will prevent your conditions from impairing your daily functioning.

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