Yoga & Somatic Therapy: Reconnecting with your body to heal
Posted Apr 13 2025
When we experience trauma, it doesn’t just affect our thoughts and emotions—it leaves an imprint on the body. We might carry tension, feel disconnected from ourselves, or struggle to feel truly safe or at ease. That’s where yoga and somatic therapy can help.
At Marsden Health, we offer trauma-informed yoga and somatic practices designed to gently support healing. This approach is inclusive, non-judgmental, and tailored to your needs. Whether you’re recovering from childhood trauma, grief, PTSD, or chronic stress, these body-based therapies can help you feel more grounded, connected, and in control.
Why the Body Matters in Trauma Recovery
Trauma is often stored in the body. It can show up as chronic tension, restlessness, numbness, or a sense of being stuck in “fight or flight.” Yoga and somatic practices help you tune into your body safely, release built-up tension, and reconnect with yourself in a new way.
Through breathwork, gentle movement, and mindful awareness, yoga and somatic therapy helps restore balance to your nervous system—making it easier to feel calm, grounded, and in the present moment.
Our Approach to Yoga & Somatics at Marsden Health
Our therapists are trained in trauma-sensitive practices that prioritise safety, choice, and empowerment. Sessions are always adaptable to your comfort level—there’s no pressure to perform or “do it right.”
This work is especially supportive for:
- Survivors of childhood abuse or neglect
- People with PTSD or complex trauma
- Military veterans or first responders
- Individuals recovering from accidents or natural disasters
- Adults living with anxiety, depression, or chronic stress
- Anyone feeling disconnected from their body or emotions
What to Expect in Sessions
In your sessions, we’ll support you to:
?♀️ Reconnect with Your Body
Trauma often leaves us feeling disconnected. Yoga and somatic therapy gently help you notice, understand, and release physical sensations tied to emotional pain.
?♂️ Foster Safety and Grounding
We focus on creating a sense of safety—both within yourself and your surroundings. Through simple, grounding techniques, you’ll start to feel more stable and present.
?️ Regulate Your Nervous System
Breathwork and slow movement help soothe the nervous system and shift your body out of stress mode. This can ease anxiety, improve sleep, and support emotional regulation.
? Build Self-Awareness
As you tune in to how your body responds, you can gain insight into how trauma has shaped your experience—and begin to reclaim a sense of agency and calm.
? Heal Through Movement
Movement can be a powerful release. Yoga offers a safe and gentle way to stretch, strengthen, and soften areas of the body that may hold tension or emotional residue.
You Deserve to Feel at Home in Your Body
Yoga and somatic therapy offer a compassionate path to healing—especially when words feel too much or not enough. At Marsden Health, we’re here to help you feel safe, empowered, and supported every step of the way.
Healing doesn’t have to be all in your head. Your body knows how to heal too.
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