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Somatic Therapists in California

Find the right therapist in California for you. Each profile lists the insurances the provider takes, typical costs per session, and how to get in contact.
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Ruchika MehtaR

Ruchika Mehta

Licensed Psychotherapist & Somatic Specialist
Online & In-PersonAccepting New Clients
How does somatic therapy work and how can it help?
Connecting with the body is an incredible way to get out of the confusion of the mind or the overwhelm of difficult feelings. In the body, we feel what is here now — in the present. We build our capacity to be here, to observe and witness, and to allow our inner guidance and wisdom to show us the way. We become our own knowers.
You feel alone in your pain. Maybe even shame. The quiet assumption that you are broken — and that others aren't. You are not broken. And you are not alone in feeling this way. I have been practicing somatic psychotherapy for 20 years — work that moves beyond talking into the wisdom the body holds. As you land in the body, something shifts. The feelings that once felt overwhelming become bearable. The anger starts to feel like courage. You begin to recognize you are more capable than the old story insists. This is not about managing your life better. It is about living it more fully as yourself. I have particular experience with South Asian, Middle Eastern, and other communities of color navigating the intersection of cultural identity, ancestral trauma, and the longing for something more. I also have a working knowledge of Hindi. My work is grounded in training in depth psychology at the California Institute of Integral Studies and over 15 years of immersion in Diamond Logos teachings. Virtual somatic psychotherapy available throughout California. Psychospiritual Integration mentorship available worldwide. A limited number of reduced-fee spaces are available — please reach out. Free weekly mindfulness group every Saturday in El Cerrito, CA — ruchikamehta.com/group-classes-workshops/
Christina DeeC

Christina Dee

LMFT Psychotherapist
Online & In-PersonAccepting New Clients
How does somatic therapy work, and what do sessions look like?
Somatic Therapy brings attention to the relationship between your body, emotions, and nervous system. Rather than relying solely on talking through difficult experiences, we gently notice how stress, trauma, and emotional patterns show up physically—and learn ways to work with those experiences safely and at a pace that feels manageable. This approach can be particularly helpful when you feel overwhelmed by your emotions, disconnected from your body, or caught in patterns of tension, shutdown, or hypervigilance. Through increased awareness of bodily sensations, movement, breath, and other forms of embodied experience, you can begin to develop a greater sense of safety and choice within yourself. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, chronic stress, the effects of trauma, or simply feel disconnected from yourself, Somatic Therapy can offer a pathway toward greater self-awareness, regulation, and connection. At its heart, somatic work is an invitation to listen to what your body may be communicating and develop a more trusting relationship with yourself—so that you can move through life with greater presence, flexibility, and a sense of being at home within yourself.
Whether you're starting therapy for the first time or returning to the work, I look forward to meeting you where you are. I support individuals and couples navigating a wide range of psychological and emotional challenges, including trauma, grief, stress, anxiety, panic, depression, burnout, relational wounds, and the impact of abuse, misconduct, coercion, and other harmful experiences. In addition to working through emotional pain and past experiences, I help clients strengthen self-connection, navigate life transitions, establish healthy boundaries, and cultivate a deeper sense of internal security, resilience, and self-trust. In our work together, we'll take the time to understand where you are in your life and the experiences that have shaped you. My aim to create a space where you feel seen, understood, reassured, and genuinely supported. No matter what brings you to therapy, I'm here to support you in your healing and help you reconnect with yourself and those around you. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and grounded in fostering insight, resilience, and meaningful change. I offer a warm, nonjudgmental space and hold deep respect for each person’s innate capacity for growth and healing. It’s an honor to walk alongside you and support you in this process.
Beverly WongB

Beverly Wong

Associate Marriage & Family Therapist
Online & In-PersonAccepting New Clients
Hi there, I am so glad you're here. I understand how daunting it can be to take steps towards healing. Perhaps you feel misunderstood by the people around you. Or perhaps you are accustomed to confronting problems on your own, without the help of others. Whatever you might be facing, I want to assure you that you are not alone. I am honored to walk alongside you as you step outside of your comfort zone to embark on your journey to growth and self-discovery. I offer warm and collaborative therapy to individuals and couples who are seeking to work through past traumas, difficult emotions, communication, and challenges with identity. My approach to therapy is warm, compassionate, and trauma-informed. I strive to create a space where you are able to be your authentic self and explore the nooks and crannies of your internal world. If you are seeking a safe, non-judgmental space to explore your inner world, I will be there to hold and support every part of you as we put the pieces together. As your therapist, I can help you re-discover and make peace with the parts of yourself that were overlooked and perhaps pushed away due to past traumas or challenges with self-identity. In working together, you can begin to redefine yourself in ways that feel empowering, authentic, and aligned. Whatever it may be, you are not alone in your journey. Practicing at the Center for Mindful Psychotherapy *Supervised by Monica Ramil, LMFT #108945*
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