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Somatic Body-oriented coaching

Somatic body-oriented coaching is a holistic practice that touches every part of who you are—your mind, emotions, senses, and actions. Rather than solely analyzing your past or relying on intellectual insights, this approach invites you to tune into your body’s signals. These sensations reveal hidden patterns and desires, guiding you toward deeper self-discovery and meaningful change. When you connect with your “felt sense,” you move from reactive survival mode to making choices that reflect your truest intentions, effectively rewiring your nervous system.

In essence, it’s about honoring your body as a living source of wisdom—one that empowers you to create an authentic, balanced, and fulfilling life.

My Approach

I honor each client as whole, resourceful, and already capable of growth. In our one-on-one sessions, you’ll find a safe, judgment-free space where you can explore your inner world and discover what you truly desire. I integrate techniques such as movement, body scans, visualization, and other embodied practices to help you manage stress, navigate tough emotions, and release hidden patterns that hold you back.

My role is to provide a sacred space for your experience and to serve as a compassionate witness on your journey. I ask thoughtful questions and offer meaningful, body-oriented experiments to help you move toward your aspirations. This work isn’t about “fixing” you—because you are already whole—it’s about unlocking the wisdom within, feeling more alive, and expanding your capacity to be fully present with yourself.

My role is to walk alongside you as you rediscover your natural vitality and reconnect with the wisdom that already resides within.

If you’re ready to embrace a life that feels truly aligned with your authentic self, let’s begin this journey together.

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Is This Work For You?

This journey is for those who feel a stirring deep within—a call to reconnect with the parts of themselves that are often overlooked. If you find yourself in any of these spaces, you may resonate with my approach:

  • High Achievers with Hidden Struggles: If you excel professionally and in relationships but feel a quiet disconnection from your true self, this work offers a path back to your inner wisdom.

  • The Highly Sensitive & Overextended: If you’re constantly striving to meet external expectations, have difficulty saying “no,” or feel drained by constant caregiving, here’s a space to reclaim your needs and nurture self-compassion.

  • Those Treading Water: If you’ve explored self-help or talk therapy and still feel stuck—whether recovering from betrayal, addiction, or other challenges—somatic coaching can bridge the gap between what you know and what you feel.

  • Seekers of Embodied Growth: If you’re ready to move beyond conceptual self-improvement and tap into a deeper, body-based way of knowing, this work supports you in untangling inner conflicts and rebuilding self-trust.

  • Individuals Seeking Genuine Transformation: Whether you’re facing a major life transition, creative block, or simply yearning for more personal clarity, this journey is designed to empower you to align with your authentic self.

This space is a welcoming container for anyone ready to honor their inner truth and embrace a more vibrant, connected way of being.

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What This Coaching Can Do For You

  • Deepen Your Mind-Body Connection: Cultivate awareness of your physical sensations and emotions to feel centered, confident, and truly connected.

  • Empower Embodied Decision-Making: Tap into your body’s intuitive wisdom for insights that help you make choices aligned with your deepest values.

  • Achieve Holistic Growth & Clarity: Uncover hidden gifts, set clear goals, and nurture healthier habits for overall well-being.

  • Release Obstacles & Transform Patterns: Dissolve outdated conditioning, release stress and tension, and ignite your natural capacity for healing.

  • Boost Creativity & Authentic Expression: Reconnect with your instincts, unlock your personal style, and foster genuine self-expression.

  • Integrate Mind, Body, & Spirit: Create lasting, balanced change that supports the life you choose to live.

This Work isn’t about fixing you—it’s about honoring your true self, expanding your capacity, and reigniting the natural vitality and presence that may have faded along the way.

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THE Process

1. Book a Free 30-Minute Call
No pressure, no hard sell. This call is our chance to see if there’s a fit, discuss your specific needs and goals, and answer any questions.

2. Explore Your Options
If our conversation feels right, we’ll agree on a plan that fits your journey. If not, I’ll gladly refer you to someone who can help.

3. Begin Your Somatic Journey
Once we decide to work together, you’ll receive a payment link. After confirming payment, you’ll get a welcome email with a scheduling link, and we’ll start your transformation together.

The Investment

$127

single session

1x - 60-minute coaching session

A 60-minute session for when life throws unexpected challenges your way. It’s perfect for untangling thoughts, refocusing energy, and finding a clear path forward.

    • Current clients needing extra support

    • Former clients facing a sudden challenge

    • Anyone in need of a safe space to get unstuck and make confident decisions

$249

monthly subscription

2x - 60-minute coaching session every month

A tailored journey that meets you where you are with two 60-minute sessions each month. Enjoy a flexible, collaborative environment focused on actionable, meaningful change.

POPULAR!

    • Deepening your mind-body connection

    • Navigating physical stress and emotional tension

    • Moving from survival patterns to a state of ease and embodied self-acceptance

    • Two 60-minute sessions via Zoom per month

    • Support via WhatsApp or Signal between sessions

    • Pre-session reminders and post-session follow-ups

    • A personalized summary of insights and next steps after your coaching journey is complete

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING

  • “I love Erika’s honesty and willingness to be vulnerable. She’s very good at listening, patient, and empathetic. She’s easy to talk to and connect with. Her questions made me stop and examine what I was feeling, thinking, and believing. She is encouraging and introspective, and absolutely no judgment. Before working together, I was struggling with really seeing improvements in my life. Struggling with judging myself. Working together gave me focus, empowering and inspiring me to move forward.”

    — Diane

  • “I initially reached out to Erika because I was having trouble figuring out my emotions. During our first session, she noticed how I was holding my shoulder and asked if I was experiencing any pain. My shoulder had been bothering me for a few years, but what really surprised me was an exercise she guided me through. She encouraged me to start a conversation with the pain in my body, asking it what it might want me to know. At first, I thought it was a strange question, but I gave it a shot. So, I asked, “What might you want me to know?” To my surprise, it felt like my body responded loudly with “PAY ATTENTION TO ME!” Through my sessions with Erika, I began to grasp the messages my body was trying to communicate. I had been ignoring the signals of discomfort and focusing instead on what my mind was telling me. Now, whenever I feel pain, I ask it what it’s trying to convey. Almost every time, the answer is something like, “I’m not sure how comfortable we are right now, so whatever you’re doing, you need to take a break!" We worked on my emotions as well, and I feel good about my progress, but that first session really opened my eyes.”

    — Michael

  • “I signed up to work with Erika because I was interested in somatic work and struggling to connect with my body. She helped me get where I wanted to be by taking time to slow down, have curiosity, and listen to my body. After working together, I feel like I have more tools. Erika’s kind, gentle soul was calming. She’s a coach who exemplifies groundedness.”

    — Elizabeth

  • "Erika has a deep inner wisdom for helping others. From working with Erika, I am now learning to be more in tune with my emotions and my body. I have struggled with feeling emotions by dissociating. I found the process of discussing my struggles and then using somatic exercises to help process them has helped me feel much more connected to my body. Now, whenever I’m ‘in-the-moment,’ I’m able to handle difficult situations without dissociating. Our discussions and exercises have helped me begin to awaken all the feelings I have shut down.”

    — Connie

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • A. Each session lasts about 50–60 minutes. We begin with a 10–15 minute "landing" period, where you bring forward anything that’s alive within you and set an intention for our time together. During this phase, we discuss and agree on techniques that feel supportive for your embodied inquiry—sometimes guided by a grounding exercise to gently soften the mind and help you reconnect with your body.

    From there, the session unfolds organically. We might explore areas where you feel activated, letting your inner truth surface naturally through your breath, movement, sound, or even quiet presence. I draw from a range of techniques, always tuned to the moment and to what you bring. Even if it feels unfamiliar or a bit uncomfortable at first to truly listen to your body, trust in its natural process. Over time, you’ll develop a deeper attunement to your inner wisdom.

    In the final 5–10 minutes, we gently transition back to everyday awareness—checking in on how you feel as we wrap up our session. Every step of the way, I meet you exactly where you are, respecting the rhythm and pace of your inner process.. Want a more detailed explanation —check out my blog, What to expect in a somatic body-oriented coaching session.

  • A. All you need is a stable internet connection, a working microphone and camera, and a quiet, safe space where you feel comfortable. If you have room to move, that’s a bonus! Just please ensure you’re not driving or in any unsafe situation during our time together.

  • A: Traditional coaching often focuses on thoughts and behaviors from an intellectual standpoint. Somatic body-oriented coaching brings your body into the conversation—helping you tap into your physical sensations, the subtle signals that offer deep insight. This way, the change isn’t just something you think about—it’s something you feel and live.

  • A. I help you:

    • Tune into your body’s sensations so you can truly understand what you’re feeling.

    • Explore how your body and mind are connected to uncover new insights.

    • Practice somatic tools and mindfulness to manage stress and build resilience.

    • Unlock your creativity and express your authentic self.

    • Release stored tension and patterns that no longer serve you, opening the door to real, lasting change.

  • A. I’m not a therapist or a doctor—I don’t diagnose or treat mental health or medical conditions. I won’t force decisions or take over your life. Your agency is sacred. I’m here to support you and guide you, but ultimately, the choices and growth come from within you.

    In order to feel how to be in your body you must feel your body. Which can be challenging for some and easy for others.

    Moving toward a more embodied way of being often brings up old pain and past traumas—whether large or small—that have made it hard to fully reside in your body. Together, we gently work at your own pace, through these layers so that you can rediscover a body that not only holds your present but also supports the future you’re creating.

  • A. There’s no one-size-fits-all answer here. Many coaching relationships last 6 to 12 months, but it really depends on your personal journey and goals. We’ll decide together what feels right, and you always remain in control of your process.

  • I couldn’t quite condense this into a relatively short answer so I wrote a blog about it— Understanding The Coaching Journey

  • A. Our work together is built on trust and mutual benefit. If you ever feel that coaching isn’t serving you, we can pause or end our sessions. For subscribers, we’ll have a termination call to ensure we part ways on good terms, no hard feelings.

  • A. Coaching is forward-focused—it’s about tapping into your potential and taking action now. Therapy digs into your past to help you heal and understand deeper emotional layers. Both are valuable, but coaching is about helping you create the future you want by harnessing the insights you already have.

  • A. Somatic body-oriented coaching isn’t designed for crisis intervention. If you’re in immediate distress, please call 988 or visit their website at 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline or contact IMAlivetheir phone number is 1-800-784-2433.

✺ important to know ✺

Somatic body-oriented coaching is a non-clinical, body-centered approach designed to help you reconnect with your innate aliveness and grounding. In our work together, we explore how you inhabit your body—enabling you to feel more fully alive and present. Although I don’t actively work to release trauma, it’s not uncommon for old pain or past traumas to surface as you move toward a more embodied way of being. When that happens, we gently work through those layers in the present moment so you can rediscover a body that holds your current experience and supports the future you’re creating.

I am a trauma-sensitive and trauma-informed practitioner. While my work serves as a powerful complement to clinical support, it is not a substitute for professional trauma therapy or medical care. My role is to help you become a larger container for yourself—a safe space where you can welcome more life, hold more for yourself and others, and ultimately step into the world in alignment with the life you choose.