Somatic therapy

A body-based approach to nervous system regulation, stress relief and trauma recovery, in person in Ajax and virtually across Ontario.

Fee-basedNo referral neededIn person in AjaxVirtual across Ontario
A calm, softly lit treatment room

See what somatic therapy is like

A short introduction to how somatic therapy uses body awareness, grounding and breath to help your nervous system settle. It can be especially helpful if you feel stuck despite previous support, or want an approach beyond talk-based strategies.

Your existing somatic therapy video

Who can benefit

Somatic therapy is for people experiencing stress, trauma or emotional overwhelm who want a body-based approach to healing:

  • Constant stress or overwhelm
  • Trouble calming your nervous system
  • Chronic tension or physical stress symptoms
  • Feeling disconnected from your body or emotions
  • Feeling stuck in fight-or-flight or shutdown
  • Burnout or chronic fatigue

Our approach

A calm, trauma-informed approach. It doesn't require retelling or reliving traumatic experiences; the focus is on body awareness and nervous system regulation, at a pace that feels safe.

Nervous system regulationMoving out of chronic stress patterns like fight-or-flight or shutdown.
Trauma-informed careSafe, gradual processing of stress held in the body.
Mind–body connectionAwareness of physical sensations for emotional balance and grounding.
Personalized supportSessions tailored to your needs, pace and comfort.

How to get started

  1. 1Complete our Get Started formIt takes a few minutes. We'll email you next steps and a booking link.
  2. 2Assessment and body awarenessExploring stress patterns and nervous system responses.
  3. 3Regulation and ongoing supportGrounding, breathwork and somatic techniques to build resilience.

Cost

  • Fee-based; not covered by OHIP

Who you'll see

Meet the full team
Alex PapaconstantinouAlex PapaconstantinouSomatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP)

Common questions

What is somatic therapy?

A body-based approach that focuses on the connection between physical sensations, emotions and the nervous system.

What happens during a session?

Body awareness, grounding, breathwork and nervous system regulation techniques.

Do I need therapy experience?

No. It can help whether or not you've tried therapy before.

Are sessions available virtually?

Yes, across Ontario. In-person sessions are in Ajax.

Related services

Watch a short video

Opens on YouTube

Ready to start?

Complete our Get Started form and we'll be in touch with next steps.

Need help right now? Call 911 or 988, or go to your nearest emergency department.

Somatic therapy

A body-based approach to nervous system regulation, stress relief and trauma recovery, in person in Ajax and virtually across Ontario.

Fee-basedNo referral neededIn person in AjaxVirtual across Ontario
A calm, softly lit treatment room

See what somatic therapy is like

A short introduction to how somatic therapy uses body awareness, grounding and breath to help your nervous system settle. It can be especially helpful if you feel stuck despite previous support, or want an approach beyond talk-based strategies.

Your existing somatic therapy video

Who can benefit

Somatic therapy is for people experiencing stress, trauma or emotional overwhelm who want a body-based approach to healing:

  • Constant stress or overwhelm
  • Trouble calming your nervous system
  • Chronic tension or physical stress symptoms
  • Feeling disconnected from your body or emotions
  • Feeling stuck in fight-or-flight or shutdown
  • Burnout or chronic fatigue

Our approach

A calm, trauma-informed approach. It doesn't require retelling or reliving traumatic experiences; the focus is on body awareness and nervous system regulation, at a pace that feels safe.

Nervous system regulationMoving out of chronic stress patterns like fight-or-flight or shutdown.
Trauma-informed careSafe, gradual processing of stress held in the body.
Mind–body connectionAwareness of physical sensations for emotional balance and grounding.
Personalized supportSessions tailored to your needs, pace and comfort.

How to get started

  1. 1Complete our Get Started formIt takes a few minutes. We'll email you next steps and a booking link.
  2. 2Assessment and body awarenessExploring stress patterns and nervous system responses.
  3. 3Regulation and ongoing supportGrounding, breathwork and somatic techniques to build resilience.

Cost

  • Fee-based; not covered by OHIP

Who you'll see

Meet the full team
Alex PapaconstantinouAlex PapaconstantinouSomatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP)

Common questions

What is somatic therapy?

A body-based approach that focuses on the connection between physical sensations, emotions and the nervous system.

What happens during a session?

Body awareness, grounding, breathwork and nervous system regulation techniques.

Do I need therapy experience?

No. It can help whether or not you've tried therapy before.

Are sessions available virtually?

Yes, across Ontario. In-person sessions are in Ajax.

Related services

Watch a short video

Opens on YouTube

Ready to start?

Complete our Get Started form and we'll be in touch with next steps.

Need help right now? Call 911 or 988, or go to your nearest emergency department.