Trauma Therapy- Your Questions, Answered.

Somatic trauma therapy addresses patterns of protection deeply held in the nervous system. In this work we learn to expand your ability to tolerate sensations and emotions that may have felt too overwhelming to be with. This helps you increase vitality and gain access to the energy that’s currently being used to suppress and hold back your felt experiences. We are not looking to rewrite the past, rather, we are looking to rewire how your body responds to it in the present. 

Somatic therapy is a body-first approach to healing. We use information gathered from the body to transform patterns that are stuck at the root- in your nervous system. Somatic therapy recognizes that story follows state- or in other words, that your thoughts are a reflection of the state of your nervous system. This differs from traditional talk-therapy approaches that focus primarily on analyzing and reframing thoughts and beliefs, which can be helpful and certainly has a time and place. Bringing the body into therapy allows for us to explore your whole being, rather than staying at just the level of the mind.

Read more about it on the blog, Somatic Therapy vs. Talk Therapy: What’s the Difference and How Do You Know What You Need?

No. Somatic therapy does not require one to re-tell their experience; a conscious memory does not even need to be available for there to be profound and significant healing.

Beginning June 1, 2026, I will no longer be accepting insurance. If you’d like, you can read more about that decision on my blog, here.

If your insurance plan includes out-of-network benefits, you may be eligible for partial reimbursement. Payment is collected at the time of service, and I provide a monthly Superbill that you can submit to your insurance for potential reimbursement.

Because plans vary, I recommend contacting your insurance provider directly to better understand your coverage. You may find it helpful to ask:

• Do I have out-of-network mental health benefits?

• What is my out-of-network deductible? Is it different for individual vs. family plans?

• What is my out-of-network coinsurance rate? (This is the percentage of the fee you are responsible for after your deductible is met.)

• What is my out-of-pocket maximum for out-of-network services? (Once this is met, coverage may increase to 100%.)

The benefits to private pay are numerous, with the primary benefits being a greater level of privacy and control over your treatment. When a therapy session is billed through insurance, the insurance company often requires detailed documentation about your mental health including a diagnosis and updates regarding your progress.

Some clients I work with do not meet criteria for a mental health diagnosis and some would prefer to have the details of their mental health treatment separate from their insurance/medical record. Additionally, insurance companies often limit the number of sessions they will pay for and restrict the therapeutic techniques which can be utilized during the treatment process.

I offer a free 15-minute phone consultation to learn a bit about why you are seeking therapy and to see if working together feels like a good fit. The first session is about getting comfortable with the process. You’ll be able to tell me more about yourself, what you hope to gain from therapy, as well as your expectations about the therapeutic process. In somatic trauma therapy, we use information from the body as an entryway into healing. In sessions, this often means bringing gentle awareness to your inner world, including sensations, images, and emotions. Pacing is always tailored to individual needs. Weekly or biweekly sessions are common.

Initial Appointment (60-75 minutes): $300

Individual Therapy (50 minutes): $250

I accept all major credit cards, as well as most HSA/FSA cards. Cash and check are also accepted if you prefer.

A valid credit card is securely kept on file and will be charged after each session unless another payment arrangement has been made.

I offer both in-person and virtual sessions for clients in Massachusetts.

Felt Sense Psychotherapy is located at 12 Congress St., Milford, Massachusetts. Parking is located on the left side of the building and on-street parking is also available.

Click below to schedule a consultation call or your first session! I look forward to hearing from you!