Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, also known as Body-Centered Psychotherapy, invites us to explore our present-moment experience through the whole of who we are—our bodies, senses, emotions, memories, and imagination. It offers a supportive and respectful approach for people of all ages and backgrounds, and is especially helpful in working with the complex effects of trauma, as well as developmental and attachment wounds. These experiences can show up in many ways, including depression, anxiety, panic, chronic pain or fatigue, fibromyalgia, disordered eating, self-harming behaviours, addiction, difficulty focusing, intrusive thoughts, and challenges with intimacy or connection.

In Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, we understand that the body holds an important place in healing. Over time, we all develop ways to protect ourselves from harm—strategies that may have once been necessary. These patterns can stay with us, showing up in our bodies, thoughts, and automatic reactions to the world around us, especially in relationships and during painful experiences. Often, we’re not even fully aware they’re there.

In the therapy space, we gently explore how the protective patterns we've developed—often for good reason—may now be getting in the way of fully enjoying life or connecting with others. Together, we begin by finding new resources that can help soothe the nervous system when it feels overwhelmed, or bring energy when we’re feeling low. Over time, we start to process the painful experiences and stories held in the body and mind. This can ease stress, increase our sense of comfort and pleasure in everyday life, and help us build more fulfilling, connected relationships.