Somatic experiencing: For those who have PTSD, or another form of trauma, this is a way to focus on bodily reactions to the event before addressing the psychological symptoms. For many survivors, the symptoms are so unpleasant they block any other form of therapy to deal with the actual traumatic event. Connecting with how that event made the body feel, and work through those emotions, puts a person in a stronger state to deal with the trauma in a healthier way.
