By the end of this course, you will (1) apply somatic awareness and body-based dialogue in therapy and (2) use movement and sensation to guide clients toward regulation and connection. This course introduces the foundations of somatic practice—teaching how to listen to and interpret the body’s nonverbal signals. Through live demonstrations, guided exercises, and reflection assignments, you’ll learn techniques to enhance client awareness, reduce stress, and build emotional resilience.

Somatic Therapy and Body-Based Healing

Somatic Therapy and Body-Based Healing
This course is part of Integrative Bodywork Techniques for Practitioners Specialization

Instructor: Niel Asher Education
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Intermediate level
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5 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
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What you'll learn
How to guide clients through somatic awareness to improve regulation and insight
How to integrate somatic dialogue with touch, movement, or rehabilitation work
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4 assignments
Taught in English
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