Contact & Location
* Remote and in-person sessions offered based on provider’s availability *
MIDTOWN SOUTH/NOMAD
Address: 302 5th Ave, New York, NY 10001, USA
Direct: (929) 399-4312
Email: office@embraceequanimity.com
Website: https://www.embraceequanimity.com
If you have additional questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to submit your inquiry. You will receive a response within 24-48 hours.
In-person, hybrid, or remote options
IN-PERSON THERAPY CAN SIGNIFICANTLY ENHANCE THE EFFECTIVENESS OF APPROACHES LIKE SOMATIC EXPERIENCING (SE), EYE MOVEMENT DESENSITIZATION AND REPROCESSING (EMDR), and therapy in general DUE TO SEVERAL FACTORS THAT ARE UNIQUE TO FACE-TO-FACE INTERACTION. HERE'S A BREAKDOWN OF THE BENEFITS:
1. ENHANCED NONVERBAL COMMUNICATION
Somatic Experiencing: SE heavily relies on attunement to the client’s body language, facial expressions, and subtle physical cues to identify areas of tension, dysregulation, or incomplete trauma responses. An in-person setting allows the therapist to observe these nonverbal signals with greater accuracy.
EMDR: Nonverbal cues, such as shifts in posture or facial expressions, provide the therapist with valuable feedback on the client’s emotional state during the processing of traumatic memories.
2. GROUNDING PRESENCE
Physical Co-regulation: Being in the physical presence of a therapist can provide a grounding and calming effect, especially for individuals working through trauma. The therapist’s regulated nervous system can help the client feel safer and more supported.
Somatic Safety: In SE, the physical presence of a calm and attuned therapist enhances the client’s sense of safety, which is crucial for exploring and releasing stored trauma.
3. ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL
The therapy space is often carefully designed to be a safe and supportive environment, free from distractions. This controlled setting is particularly beneficial for trauma therapies, where a sense of safety is essential.
4. EFFECTIVENESS OF PHYSICAL TECHNIQUES
Somatic Experiencing: SE may involve guided body awareness or physical movements to help discharge pent-up trauma energy. In-person sessions allow for clearer guidance and modeling of these techniques.
EMDR: Bilateral stimulation (BLS) in EMDR, such as eye movements, tapping, or tactile stimulation, can be more precisely facilitated in person. Therapists can offer hands-on support, such as tapping, if agreed upon.
5. DEEPER THERAPEUTIC CONNECTION
Physical proximity can foster a stronger therapeutic alliance, helping the client feel understood and supported. This sense of connection is critical for trauma-focused therapies like SE and EMDR, where trust and safety play a significant role in healing.
6. IMMEDIATE ADJUSTMENTS AND INTERVENTIONS
Somatic Experiencing: Therapists can immediately adjust interventions based on the client’s physical and emotional responses, such as slowing down if signs of overwhelm appear.
EMDR: Therapists can observe when a client may need additional grounding or when to pause processing if distress levels become too high.
7. MINIMIZED TECHNICAL BARRIERS
In-person therapy eliminates the risks of technical issues, such as internet connectivity problems, that can disrupt the flow of online sessions, especially during emotionally intense moments.
8. RITUAL AND ROUTINE
Traveling to a therapy session and entering a dedicated space can create a ritualistic aspect to therapy, signaling to the mind and body that it’s time to focus on healing and self-work.
WHEN REMOTE OPTIONS MIGHT BE PREFERRED
While in-person therapy offers these advantages, remote therapy can still be effective and may be a better fit for individuals with limited access to local providers, mobility challenges, or those who feel more comfortable in their own environment.
Both in-person and remote options can be valuable, but for Somatic Experiencing and EMDR, the physical presence of a therapist often amplifies the sense of safety, connection, and effectiveness of these trauma-informed modalities.