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Somatic Experiencing

Somatic Experiencing (SE) is a therapeutic approach developed by Dr. Peter A. Levine that focuses on the connection between the mind and the body in the resolution of trauma and stress-related symptoms. It recognizes that traumatic experiences can become trapped or stored in the body, leading to a range of physical and emotional symptoms.



“What I do know is that we become traumatized when our ability to respond to a perceived threat is in some way overwhelmed. This inability to adequately respond can impact us in obvious ways, as well as ways that are subtle.”

- Peter Levine


About Somatic Experiencing

Somatic Experiencing is a body-based approach to healing trauma and restoring nervous system regulation. By working gently with the body’s sensations, it helps resolve the effects of stress, shock, and trauma—supporting resilience, emotional balance, and overall well-being.

Benefits of Somatic Experiencing include:

  • Trauma resolution through safe processing and release of stored survival energy

  • Improved nervous system regulation, reducing anxiety and supporting emotional stability

  • Relief from physical symptoms like tension, chronic pain, and digestive issues

  • Greater body awareness and connection to inner experience

  • Empowerment in managing stress and navigating challenges

  • Integration of past experiences, fostering coherence and growth

  • Enhanced resilience, self-care, and a renewed sense of vitality

Somatic Experiencing Practitioners

Find a practitioner to work with

Our mission at Melbourne Integrated Therapies is to offer you a personal referral to a skilled and experienced practitioner. Whether you are interested in working within more traditional frameworks like counselling, psychology and cognitive frameworks or from a more somatic, experiential lens we offer a number of practitioners that can help you.