Somatic Integration for
Spiritual Evolution
Discover the innate wisdom of your body
to let go of limiting beliefs and expand into your most authentic self
Discover the power of acceptance and allowance to let go of limiting beliefs and expand into your most authentic self
Welcome to a place where all parts of you are welcome
The joyful, the empowered, the lost, the despaired. It is an impulse of mine to see and hear others as they are, without judgement, without needing to fix. I believe the path through struggle is acceptance and allowance. When we stop resisting and get still, the universe/God/our higher selves communicates with us through a myriad of ways.
Repeated symbols, dreams, images, synchronicity, emotions, bodily sensations, stuck thoughts, physical pain, inspiration... all have something to share- the deepest wisdom of our being bubbling up to the surface, calling out to be heard. I humbly offer you myself as sounding board, as guide aiding you in the most rewarding of journeys- that of self awareness, of knowing oneself deeply. Through uncovering that which lays just out of sight of the conscious, overactive mind, we begin to build a more authentic, intentional life.
Trust me, all that is within is not nearly as scary as you think. All has a reason for being, all parts of oneself desire the same thing: to be seen, acknowledged, accepted, and nourished with the love and attention they lack. Through cultivating presence, tuning into emotion and physical sensation, we can find what each mischievous part needs to be nourished.
Somatic Integration Sessions
“Where do you stand in relation to these many realms?”
-Hakomi as defined in the Hopi Language
Sessions are 75 minutes
- Via Zoom -
Trained in Hakomi Somatic Therapy, I also weave in elements of Internal Family Systems, Somatic Experiencing, Polyvagal Theory, Buddhist contemplative science, and more to my
one-on-one sessions.
One of my favorite ways to describe Hakomi is “assisted self-study”. Using what I learned in my training as foundation, we explore together with loving awareness all that arises within your being- somatically, emotionally, mentally, and beyond. Images, thoughts, feelings, sensations, yearnings, intuitions, assumptions- all are free game to deepen into and expand beyond.
Following the Hakomi principles of organicity and non-violence, we gently follow the natural unfolding of the psyche as it expresses itself through all these planes of experience. Many things can happen here, including encountering the inner child, specific memories, running into old emotions, spontaneous releases, and more. Each persons journey is unique.
My job as facilitator is to follow where you lead and step in to provide guidance as necessary, while holding a container of loving presence and attunement to your process.
These sessions can unlock what may be hidden in the subconscious, and offer us the opportunity to see clearly what blocks us from receiving the nourishment available to us and practice taking it in.
It is a study of how we move in and out of nervous system regulation, and a practice of allowing more fluidity between them, un-sticking ourselves from a predominance in one state of being, whether it be fight/flight/freeze/shut-down.
It is a study in the impact and power of how we relate to ourselves. It starts with the seed of intention at a fundamental level. How do we relate to what arises within, and does it lead us towards suffering, or towards liberation and contentment? Ultimately, it is a reworking of our relationship with ourselves in order to achieve coherence and integration of our many parts. Through this, we free up energy that is caught up in sustaining habits that cause us suffering, which can then be put towards conscious and intentional use for the highest personal and collective benefit.
Hello, I'm Chelsea
Wanderer, observer of life, morphing into fully embodied woman of power, slowly but surely.
I stumbled onto a path of intentional personal evolution during my early college years. Psychedelics and books on Zen Buddhism were my inductors at that time, sharply marking a distinctive new phase in life, one marked by a budding self awareness and a conception of choice in my circumstances.
Since then, my most enduring hobby has been putting a magnifying glass to the inner movements of myself and those of the external world in relation to them. Like the changing colors of autumn leaves in my birth state of Michigan, I’ve witnessed myself subtly shift through shades of being. Exuberant alignment with all of my reality at times, the crest on the wave of experience, all the way down into the troughs, lost, disconnected from source and magic. Cycling through and through, spiraling slowly up, for even when it seems I’ve taken 2 steps forward and 1 step back, I remind myself I’m still moving forward.
Sliding Scale Payment Options
$75 (Financially Abundant)
to
$50 (Financially Strained)
By donation sessions available to those affected by
Hurricane Helene & the LA fires, please inquire.
Client Testimonials
“Over the past few months working with Chelsea I’ve had many break through moments that allowed me to gain insight and resources to handle blocks in my life. I’ve learned so much about myself and addressed deep emotional blocks I struggled to understand for years.
Just a few sessions has opened me up to a new way of processing emotions and getting deeper within myself.
I’ve seen significant changes in my stress levels and find I’m more mindful and patient with my family. Being able to address the physical root of my emotions has been transformational and has improved my life immensely.
I am excited to continue to work with Chelsea as I uncover deeper levels of my emotional being that are found within my body. I love how sessions are laid out and always leave feeling like something important was uncovered. I'm very appreciative of the support Chelsea has been able to provide me over the past few months.”
-Rachel, Asheville, NC
"Chelsea’s a fantastic practitioner. I’ve had many breakthroughs with her style of guidance and specialties. One area I struggle the most with my healing journey is that I tend to ruminate, fixate & overthink, judging my feelings & emotional landscape rather than being present with them, allowing them to be there. With Chelsea, I’ve been able to meet with my inner child often & have deeply profound experiences with little Jen which is super rare & no other therapist has been able to help me connect to that part of myself.
Chelsea’s extremely intuitive in her way of asking questions that ultimately lead me to the right place where my inner child feels safe to be heard, seen & understood. I’m able to make that distinction between my adult self & the little inner child that is screaming to be heard.
Through our work together, I feel significant shifts in the way I am able to deal with stressors, depressive episodes & negative self talk."
-Jennifer, San Francisco, CA
“Chelsea listens deeply, sees with clarity, and guides from the heart. She is a gem of a person and a blessing as a facilitator. Highly recommended!” -Fede, Montreal, CA
“Chelsea does a wonderful job integrating the body and mind as part of the healing process. I have had multiple sessions with her, and I keep coming back because she is so effective as a healer and a spiritual catalyst. Chelsea is thoughtful and very present to whomever she works with. She continually helps me be present in my body as I process complicated emotions. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking to do deeper healing and emotional integration. “
-Dana, Chicago, IL
"The session was exactly what my body needed. I appreciated Chelsea’s experience as a Hakomi practitioner as she was able to support me through an emotional release that bubbled up during our assisted stretch session. The combo was a gentle way to support my emotional and physical body."
-H.P. Asheville, NC
"I love Chelsea's vibe. She is very allowing and very accepting of what organically arises, never wanting to control the outcome. As a result, it feels like a very safe non-judgmental space and i can feel free to unfold in any way i want to. Her somatic knowledge allows me to deepen specific sensations in the body without getting lost or too taken by something specific. I definitely recommend Chelsea!!"
-Amel, Los Angeles, CA
"Chelsea is a highly empathetic and insightful individual. Whether discussing trauma or guiding me through Hakomi practices, she holds space and maintains focus for my body and mind to fully feel what is happening and connect. I had a breakthrough in being able to feel body tension and relate it back to past traumas. Bringing awareness to the body and how my thoughts and actions affect it has brought me peace, and a roadmap on how to address blockages. I routinely use the visualization exercise she walked me through in session to ground myself and regulate myself when I dissociate.
Chelsea is an intuitive soul that strives to be there for others. She is a radiating calming presence with an inquisitive approach."
-Carolyn, Seattle, WA