Bessel van der Kolk, M.D. (The Body Keeps the Score), defines trauma as “not the story of something that happened back then, but the current imprint of that pain, horror, and fear living inside [the individual].” Trauma therapy that blends somatic and psychodynamic approaches helps individuals heal by addressing both the mind and body.

This method combines understanding deep emotional issues from the past, often explored in psychodynamic therapy, with somatic therapy techniques like breathing exercises and meditation, which lessens physical responses related to trauma. By focusing on both emotional understanding and bodily awareness, this therapy offers a comprehensive way to process and recover from traumatic experiences, promoting overall well-being.