Individual Somatic Yoga Sessions for Traumatic Healing
A spacious, one-on-one somatic practice to gently support trauma recovery, restore regulation, and rebuild trust in your body — available virtually across the U.S.
How Somatic Yoga Supports Trauma Healing
Trauma impacts more than memory. It impacts the nervous system.
Many people living with trauma notice patterns like:
Feeling constantly “on edge” or hyper-alert
Shutting down or going numb
Difficulty resting, even when exhausted
Disconnection from bodily sensations
Overwhelm in traditional yoga, meditation, or therapy settings
Somatic yoga works from the bottom up. Instead of analyzing what happened, we focus on what is happening in your body right now.
Through slow, intentional movement and guided awareness, your nervous system has the opportunity to experience something different:
Movement without pressure
Sensation without overwhelm
Stillness without collapse
Choice without consequence
Over time, this can help your body learn that safety is possible again, not as an idea, but as a felt experience.
This work is not about pushing through discomfort or reliving trauma.
It is about gently expanding your capacity to notice, regulate, and return to yourself.
What a 1:1 Somatic Yoga Session Looks Like
Each session is 75-90 minutes and intentionally unhurried. The pace is guided by your nervous system. Not a preset sequence. No performance goals.
We begin with a brief arrival. Noticing how your body feels that day, what your capacity is, and what would feel supportive. Some days that may mean gentle movement. Other days it may mean more stillness, breath work, or grounding practices.
From there, we move slowly and collaboratively.
You might be invited to:
Explore small, choice-based movements
Notice sensation without needing to interpret it
Experiment with pacing and pause
Shift between activation and rest
Use props, a chair, the wall, or the floor. Whatever feels most supportive
There is no hands-on adjustment.
No expectation to stretch deeply.
No pressure to push through discomfort.
At any point, you can modify, stop, or shift direction. Your agency is central to the process.
Sessions close with integration. Time to notice what changed, what felt supportive, and how to transition gently back into your day.
This work is adaptive. It meets you where you are, rather than asking you to override your body.
Who This Is Especially Supportive For
These sessions are especially supportive for individuals who:
Have experienced trauma and want a body-based approach to regulation
Feel disconnected from their body or unsure how to safely tune inward
Become overwhelmed in traditional yoga classes or fast-paced environments
Tend to live “in their head” and struggle to access physical sensation
Notice patterns of hypervigilance, shutdown, or difficulty resting
This work is also particularly supportive for neurodivergent adults, including those with ADHD, autism, or sensory sensitivity, who may find conventional yoga spaces overstimulating or inaccessible.
You do not need prior yoga experience.
You do not need flexibility.
You do not need to be “good” at mindfulness.
All that’s required is a willingness to move slowly and to approach your body with curiosity rather than force.
This is a space where rest is respected, pacing is adjustable, and your nervous system sets the rhythm.
What This Is Not
While these sessions are trauma-informed, they are not psychotherapy.
We do not process traumatic memories, engage in exposure-based work, or provide mental health diagnosis or treatment within this container.
This work focuses on nervous system regulation, embodied awareness, and restoring a sense of agency in your body. It is educational and experiential in nature.
If you are currently navigating active trauma symptoms that require clinical treatment, working with a licensed mental health provider is strongly recommended. Somatic yoga can be a complementary support, but it is not a substitute for psychotherapy.
The intention here is not to “fix” trauma.
It is to gently expand your capacity for safety, regulation, and embodied presence over time.
Your nervous system deserves a place to slow down.
There is no rush here…only room to return to yourself.
Virtual & National Availability
These individual somatic yoga sessions are offered virtually and available to clients nationwide.
Because this work is educational and experiential. Focused on embodied awareness and nervous system regulation rather than psychotherapy — sessions are not limited by state licensure.
All you need is:
A quiet, private space
A stable internet connection
A yoga mat or soft surface
Optional props such as a blanket, bolster, or chair
Many clients find that practicing from their own home actually increases safety and comfort. Being in a familiar environment allows your nervous system to settle more easily and gives you control over lighting, temperature, and sensory input.
Virtual sessions are intentionally paced and guided clearly, with demonstrations when helpful. You are never asked to perform or keep up. The focus remains on attunement, not appearance.
Wherever you are in the U.S., this work can meet you there.
Questions about individualized 1:1 yoga
sessions for trauma recovery?
MOST COMMON QUESTIONS
01. Is this therapy?
No. These sessions are not psychotherapy and do not involve trauma processing, diagnosis, or mental health treatment.
Individual somatic yoga sessions focus on nervous system regulation, embodied awareness, and gentle movement practices. They can complement therapy, but they are not a substitute for working with a licensed mental health provider when clinical care is needed.
02. Do I need prior yoga experience?
Not at all.
You do not need flexibility, strength, or familiarity with yoga terminology. Sessions are slow, adaptive, and guided clearly. The emphasis is on noticing and regulating — not performing poses.
03. What if I feel overwhelmed or activated during a session?
Attuned pacing is central to the process.
Movement is always optional. We can pause, shift, rest, or modify at any time. There is no expectation to push through discomfort. These sessions are designed to expand capacity gradually, not override your nervous system.
04. How is this different from a regular yoga class?
Traditional yoga classes often follow a preset sequence and may move at a pace that doesn’t account for individual nervous system patterns.
These sessions are one-on-one, extended (75–90 minutes), and entirely tailored to your body and capacity on that day. The focus is regulation and agency, not flexibility, fitness, or achieving specific postures.
05. What do I need for a virtual session?
You’ll need:
A quiet, private space
A stable internet connection
A yoga mat or soft surface
Optional props such as a blanket, bolster, pillow, or chair can be helpful, but we can always adapt based on what you have available.
06. What is the investment, and how often should I schedule sessions?
Individual somatic yoga sessions are 75–90 minutes and offered at $250 per session.
Frequency depends on your goals and capacity. Many individuals begin with weekly sessions to build consistency and nervous system regulation skills. Others prefer biweekly sessions or periodic support, as needed.
During a consultation, we can discuss what rhythm feels sustainable and supportive for you. There is no required commitment. The pacing of this work is always collaborative.