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 merely 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- leaving the wisdom of the body behind.

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.

Felt Sense Psychotherapy currently accepts the following insurances:

• Aetna

• Optum

• Oxford

• Oscar Health

• United Healthcare

• Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

Private Pay is an option for those who do not have the above insurance or would like to opt out of using their insurance.

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.

I can provide you with a copy of your receipt on a regular basis, which you can then submit to your insurance company for potential reimbursement if you so choose. If you'd like to explore that option I often suggest that you check with your insurance company to verify the specifics of your coverage. Please be aware that a mental health diagnosis is required to be provided to your insurance company for reimbursement if you utilize this option.

Initial Appointment (60-75 minutes): $275

Individual Therapy (50 minutes): $250

Major Credit Cards, Cash and Check are accepted as payment for services. A valid credit card is securely kept on file and charged after your appointment unless another payment option has been arranged.

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!