Somatics & Embodied Approaches: Frequently Asked Questions

What is somatic or felt-sense in coaching? . . .

Somatic (our "felt-sense") coaching focuses on the body as a source of insight, helping you notice tension, emotions, and patterns. By bringing awareness to body-mind connection, clients can build awareness and integration for lasting change.

How does the body hold patterns or trauma? . . .

Trauma and repeated stress can create habitual tension, blocked energy, or reactive patterns in the body. Somatic awareness helps release these patterns and supports insight and emotional regulation.

What are the benefits of integrating head, heart, and body? . . .

Tapping into our body's wisdom is an important approach for integration. And integration allows insights to translate into action. By connecting thoughts, feelings, and bodily awareness, decisions, behaviours, and self-expression become authentic and sustainable.

How can somatic coaching support confidence and decision-making?. . .

By noticing physical and emotional cues, clients gain clarity about their instincts and values. This embodied awareness supports confident, grounded choices.

Can movement, breath, or creativity help me embody change? . . .

Yes. Practices such as breathwork, mindful movement, voice work, and creative expression help release tension, integrate insights, and deepen self-awareness.

Is somatic coaching suitable for highly sensitive people? . . .

Absolutely. Somatic approaches allow HSPs to tune into their body gently, building resilience and self-regulation without overwhelm.

How does somatic work differ from mindfulness or therapy? . . .

Mindfulness focuses on awareness; therapy addresses mental health challenges. Somatic coaching specifically explores the body-mind connection to support growth, and expression.