What are the benefits of somatic massage?

Somatic massage is beneficial as it relieves muscle pain and stiffness and improves our posture and gait (17). It can also relax our minds and make us feel light and free.

Where is trauma stored in the body?

Once we experience a traumatic event and do not recover from it, it can be stored in fragments in our memory and emotional centers in the brain, the amygdala, and the hippocampus. These unprocessed memories/emotions may show up in our bodies, such as muscle tension, headaches, tightness in our chest, etc.

How do you release trapped trauma?

You can release these trapped, unresolved emotions by undergoing somatic therapy. The basic purpose of somatic therapy is to establish a mind-body connection and release these emotions.

What does a trauma release look like?

During a somatic release, you may notice physical sensations, movements, or changes in your body, such as muscles tightening, contracting, and relaxing. You may also express emotions such as crying, anger, fear, etc. You may experience changes in breathing patterns, such as deep sighing or deep exhales. You may also experience catharsis, a sense of relief.