Somatoemotional Release Therapy

Somato-emotional release is a therapeutic process that allows the expression and release of emotions stored in the body due to traumatic experiences, both physical and emotional. This process takes place when a part of the unconscious, which we refer to in this context as the “non-conscious”, retains these emotions in the body, contributing to somatic, mental, or spiritual disorders. In this article, we will explore how somato-emotional release can help you heal.

What is Somato-Emotional Release?

Somato-emotional release is the process by which emotions retained in the body are released through subtle touch and therapeutic dialogue. These emotions, which are not conscious at the time of the experience, are stored in different parts of the body, sometimes as energy cysts or blockages. These blockages can affect overall well-being, both physical and emotional.

This concept was coined to avoid confusion related to terms such as “unconscious” or “subconscious”. Instead of these connotations, we speak of a “non-conscious” that is responsible for storing unprocessed emotions. The body, or soma, acts as a kind of “psyche-soma”, where emotions and memories of traumas remain retained in specific regions of the body.

The Somato-Emotional Release Process

Somato-emotional release is carried out through gentle body contact and dialogue between the therapist and patient. The therapist acts as a facilitator, helping to unblock and release trapped emotions. The hands are placed on specific points of the body, such as the thoracic inlet, the hyoid, the cranial base, the zygomatic bones, the maxillary complex, the vomer, the nasal bones, mandibular balance, the pelvic diaphragm, and also work is done with acupuncture meridians in the organs.

Throughout this process, the patient may relive or remember the trauma, which facilitates the release of these trapped emotions, resulting in a softening of body tone and an improvement in overall well-being. Somato-emotional release is not only a physical experience but also an emotional one, allowing the patient to experience profound healing and balance.

The Importance of the Emotional Component

One of the most determining factors in the formation of an energy cyst is the patient’s emotional state at the time of trauma. When a person experiences an injury or trauma, the emotional intensity of the situation can hinder the dissolution of the energy involved. This causes the energy to become trapped in the body, forming a blockage or energy cyst, which can remain for years if not properly processed.

Benefits of Somato-Emotional Therapy

• Reduction of stress and anxiety.
• Improvement in body mobility and flexibility.
• Relief from chronic pain related to emotional traumas.
• Restoration of emotional and mental balance.
• Improvements in sleep quality and overall well-being.

Somato-emotional therapy not only relieves physical symptoms but also addresses the emotional root of problems, allowing for complete recovery and greater long-term well-being. If you feel that emotions retained in your body are affecting your life, somato-emotional release could be a powerful tool to regain your balance.

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