Experiences of violence or physical assault are heartbreaking and violating, and they can shape how safe, connected, or in control you feel in your body, environment, and relationships. Whether you’ve endured an abusive relationship, a physical attack, an animal-related incident, or a traumatic injury at work, it’s common for the nervous system to remain stuck in survival mode long after the danger has passed.
This ongoing activation isn’t a sign that you’re failing to move on—it was your body’s way of protecting you during the traumatic events. But over time, if the fight-or-flight energy remains stuck, it can lead to symptoms like hypervigilance, dissociation, chronic pain, or a persistent sense of fear or tension.
My name is Bri, and in my work, I use a gentle, somatic approach to support your body in completing these survival responses. You don’t need to rehash every detail of what happened. Instead, we focus on restoring a felt sense of safety—helping you come back into your body with more ease, resilience, and trust in your own capacity to reclaim your sense of self and live a fuller, more grounded life.
Addressing Violence and Assault
Assault of any kind often affects more than thoughts or emotions. The body often gets stuck in, and holds the impact of the events of the experience, even long after the threat has past.
If you're experiencing things like ongoing anxiety, chronic tension, dissociation, or difficulty trusting others, you're not alone. These are all common ways the nervous system responds to unresolved trauma after assault.
In our work together, we gently support your nervous system to begin releasing these patterns, at a pace that feels safe and doable for you. I use a somatic, science-backed approach to help you reconnect with your body's natural wisdom and capacity to heal. You don't have to push or perform or force anything in the sessions. Each session honors your unique experience and offers space for real, embodied healing, one step at a time.
A Safe and Supportive Space
Many people who have tried to address their experiences of violence or post assault trauma have felt rushed or invalidated in the past. Support should never feel forced. I offer a calm, compassionate space where your boundaries are honored and your healing process is respected.
If you’ve been looking to address the physical assault trauma and haven't found a method that fits your body’s needs, somatic work may offer a new path. This approach goes beyond talk therapy by including the body in the healing process. Your story matters, your body's experience also matters, and the way to fully move through it is with an approach that honors all aspects of you.
Personalized Care for Your Healing Journey
Every person’s path to healing looks different. I don’t use a one-size-fits-all method. I offer personalized support that adapts to what you need in each moment. This work is here to support anyone healing violence wounds, recovering from post assault trauma, or exploring alternatives to traditional therapy.
Somatic therapy may be the right fit if you’re seeking violence therapy or want support that centers both body and mind. You don’t need to go through this alone, and you don’t need to have it all figured out.
If you're ready to begin or want to learn more, reach out. Contact me today to explore how this approach to therapy for violence victims can support your healing.