Somatic Therapy in Hopkins, Minnesota
When the body feels safe, change becomes possible
Offering Transforming Touch® and gentle somatic therapy practices to support nervous system regulation
"Owning our story and loving ourselves through that process is the bravest thing we’ll ever do."
Brené Brownis this you?“I want to heal without having to relive or retell painful experiences.”
→ Feeling like your body is always on edge, even when nothing is wrong
→ Feeling like your nervous system never fully turns off
→ Trying to relax but your mind keeps scanning and your body stays tense
→ Lying in bed exhausted but unable to fall asleep or truly rest
→ Jumping at small sounds or always watching for what might happen next
→ When emotions come up, you either feel overwhelmed or shut down
→ Busy places, loud noise, or bright lights quickly becoming overwhelming
→ Talking about stress but your body still feels tense or anxious
→ Feeling numb, disconnected, or distant from yourself or the present moment
It’s time for a change What if healing could unfold with more ease and support?
𑁍 You have a greater tolerance for sensory input and less overwhelm from overstimulation
𑁍 You feel more present and grounded in your daily life
𑁍 Your body begins to feel calmer and less on edge
𑁍 You feel less overwhelmed by emotions and stressful situations
𑁍 You notice more space to pause before reacting
𑁍 You trust your needs more and feel more confident setting boundaries
𑁍 Stress no longer lingers in your body the way it once did
𑁍 You feel more connected and steady in your relationships
In Transforming Touch® Sessions in Hopkins, Minnesota we will:✿
Arriving, orienting, and settling
We begin by checking in and creating a sense of safety. You’ll remain fully clothed and lie down comfortably on a massage table while your nervous system has time to settle and orient.
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Gentle, attuned touch
With your permission, light, supportive touch is offered to specific areas of the body to support nervous system regulation. This work is quiet, gentle, and paced to what your body can tolerate.
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Integration and closing
Time is taken to notice and integrate any shifts in sensation, calm, or awareness. Sessions end with grounding so you leave feeling supported and oriented.
Curious About Transforming Touch® in Hopkins, Minnesota?
Transforming Touch®, also known as TEB, is one of the primary nervous system approaches I offer. This gentle, body-based therapy can be especially supportive for birth trauma, developmental trauma, and lived trauma that continue to influence how the nervous system responds to stress and connection.
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This is how you get started with therapy in Hopkins, Minnesota:
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Connect for a brief, no-pressure free consultation to see if this work feels like a good fit for where you are right now.
Ask questions and learn what sessions are like, including how we move at a pace that feels comfortable, collaborative, and grounded in consent.
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If it feels like a good fit, we’ll schedule your first session and begin moving forward in a way that feels steady and supportive..
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Have questions about somatic approaches?
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The somatic approaches that I offer focus on the body and nervous system, not just thoughts or insight. Rather than processing experiences through words alone, this work supports healing through sensation, safety, and regulation—where many stress and trauma patterns are held.
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Somatic appraoches are body-based approach to mental health that helps address how stress and trauma are stored in the nervous system. It can support individuals experiencing:
Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety and chronic worry
Depression and emotional numbness
Chronic stress and burnout
Emotional dysregulation and other mental health conditions
Rather than focusing only on thoughts, somatic therapy uses a holistic approach that may include breathwork, movement, mindfulness, and art-based interventions to help regulate the nervous system and release stored tension.
By increasing body awareness and safety, somatic work supports lasting healing, improved emotional balance, and greater resilience.
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Yes. Transforming Touch® (TEB) is safe for children of all ages and is offered in a gentle, consent-based way. This work can support regulation, emotional expression, and sensory processing, helping children feel calmer, more grounded, and better able to navigate big emotions.
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Free Flow Healing is a private-pay practice.
Transforming Touch® sessions are offered at a specialty rate due to advanced training and certification.
My fees for Transforming Touch® are:
60-minute session: $195
75-minute session: $225
90-minute session: $255
I am a out of network mental health provider.
Superbills are available upon request. A Good Faith Estimate will be provided as required under the No Surprises Act.
*I do accept HSA/FSA/HRA cards for payment as well.
Why you should consider working with an “out of network” therapist:
No limitations on sessions. We can meet for as long as you need without having to worry if insurance will cut us off, or end coverage, which could abruptly end your care.
Allows me to offer you more flexible, personalized, and intentional care.
Helps me keep your information completely confidential, without needing to share diagnosis or notes with insurance companies.
Allows us to avoid surprise billing issues, which can lead to lapses in treatment.
Lets us focus on what’s best for you, not what insurance says is best for you!
Find more answers about therapy with me here, or fill out a contact form. I would be happy to answer all your questions.
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