Somatic Coaching, without the theory-speak
I work with the body to make room for feeling. That usually leads to more capacity to rest, more spontaneity, and more energy for life.
What might bring you to somatic coaching
You've heard it can resolve what talk alone couldn't
You've noticed your body can hold onto anxiety, overwhelm, or old tension long after your mind understands what happened
Understanding why something happened hasn't been enough to change how your body still reacts to it
You're realistic — you're not looking for the feeling to disappear overnight, but you want to change your relationship to it and harness the power that fuels it
You're tired of coping strategies that manage symptoms without ever getting underneath them
You're ready for an approach that works with the body, not just the story
What is Somatic Coaching?
Somatic coaching is a body-oriented approach to personal growth. Rather than focusing only on goals and mindset, we track how you're feeling now and take it from there.
Stress isn't just a thought or a story we tell — it lives in the body. It's in the tension we hold, the breath we restrict, the sensations we've learned to avoid.
When we encounter a stressful or threatening situation and the mobilized energy isn't fully discharged, it becomes trapped in the body. This is why many people understand their stress patterns intellectually but still feel hijacked by their nervous system — the racing heart, the shutdown, the overwhelm.
Somatic coaching recognizes this truth: to truly change, we have to work with the body, not just the mind.
Talk Therapy vs Somatic Coaching
Talk Therapy
- Top-down approach
- "Tell me what happened"
- Uses language/insight/narrative
- Understands the "why" of patterns
- Outcome: "I understand my trust issues now"
Somatic Coaching
- Bottom-up approach
- "What’s happening in the body right now?"
- Works with sensation/impulse/movement
- Changes the "how" of responses
- Outcome: "My body feels more relaxed now"
What Somatic Work Can Do For You
Real, lasting change is possible. Here's what clients experience.
Regulated Nervous System
Move out of chronic fight, flight, or freeze and into steadiness and ease.
Calmer Mind
Allowing you to connect with people you love, and find room for spontaneity and play.
Better Sleep & Energy
When the body stops bracing for danger, rest becomes possible again.
Deeper Self-Trust
Learn to read the body's signals and act from clarity instead of reactivity.
Gentle, Lasting Change
Coaching works at the body's pace, so change holds.
Deeper Connections
When the body isn't on guard, it's easier to let people in.
Frequently Asked Questions
Get answers to common questions about somatic work and how I can help.
Is this the same as psychotherapy?
No. I'm not a licensed psychotherapist, and sessions offered here are personal development and somatic-based wellness work — not psychotherapy, mental health counseling, diagnosis, or medical treatment. If you're looking for treatment for a mental health condition, a licensed professional is the right call. In a crisis, call or text 988; if there's immediate danger, call 911.
Does it work well online?
Very well. This is body-centered work, but it doesn't require physical touch to be effective. Through guided awareness and nervous system tracking, an online session can go just as deep as an in-person one.
What training do you have as a somatic coach?
I'm a certified Somatic Experiencing® Practitioner (SEP), which means I completed the full three-year professional training through Somatic Experiencing International. That's the credential behind "SEP."
What do you charge?
$175 for a 60-minute session. I keep a limited number of sliding-scale spots — if cost is the barrier, reach out and we'll figure it out. I don't take insurance, but I accept credit/debit cards and Zelle.
What actually happens in a session?
We slow down and track sensation together — where it lives in the body, how it moves, what it's asking for. Using titration (small amounts of activation at a time) and pendulation (moving between activation and calm), the nervous system gradually discharges what it's been holding. It's conversational, and paced by the body.
How long is a session, and how many will I need?
A session runs 60 minutes — enough time to settle in, work with what's arising, and integrate it before we close. How many you'll need depends on your goals; some people notice shifts in a few sessions, others prefer ongoing support. We check in regularly and adjust as we go.
Who I Am
I'm Dario Droznes, a certified Somatic Experiencing® Practitioner. I didn't come to this work from a textbook — I came to it because it changed my life. Now I help other people find that same shift.
Can it resolve everything at once? No. Does it work? Usually yes.
I believe healing happens when we listen to what our bodies have been trying to tell us. Together, we'll gently work with tension, exhaustion, and overwhelm, helping the nervous system find its way back to safety and ease.
Get in Touch
Taking the first step can feel vulnerable. I'm here to answer any questions you might have.