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3 Top-Rated Los Angeles Somatic Therapists
If you’re struggling with the impacts of trauma, anxiety, or chronic stress that traditional talk therapy alone hasn’t addressed, somatic therapy may be able to help. This holistic approach taps into the mind-body connection to support deep healing and lasting transformation that goes beyond the surface. Contact our team at Therapy Collective of California today to get started.
Meet our Los Angeles somatic therapists
Klara Knypinski
Drawing from seven years in education and linguistic expertise, Klara brings a nuanced understanding of human development to somatic work. She helps clients—especially those navigating multicultural identity—attune to their body's wisdom and reclaim their authentic selves using mind-body methods like Somatic Experiencing (SE).
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Credentials: Licensed Clinical Social Worker 128928
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Clientele: Adults
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Location: Beverly Hills, CA
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Virtual therapy: Yes
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Claire Summers
Claire's specialized training in Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT) allows her to address chronic pain and illness through a holistic lens. Claire also incorporates mindfulness and IFS to help people heal from addiction, trauma, and codependency without the constraints of traditional talk therapy.
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Credentials: Licensed Clinical Social Worker 120898
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Clientele: Adults
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Location: Beverly Hills, CA
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Virtual therapy: Yes
Samantha Potthoff
Samantha integrates her neuroscience background into her work with clients, recognizing how mental and physical health are deeply connected. Using somatic-informed approaches like Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), she helps people heal from trauma, sexual concerns, and relationship issues on a deep level.
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Credentials: Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist 119290
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Clientele: Adults
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Location: Beverly Hills, CA
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Virtual therapy: Yes
Step 1: Schedule a free consultation
We’ll discuss your needs and match you with the right therapist.
Step 3: Begin your somatic healing journey
Therapy will be tailored to your unique healing needs.
Step 2: Attend your first appointment
You’ll meet with your chosen therapist for an initial assessment.
Step 4: Experience integrated healing
Start seeing results in both your emotional and physical wellness.
Common reasons why people seek somatic therapy
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Chronic anxiety or stress that feels "stuck" in the body
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Trauma that traditional talk therapy hasn't fully resolved
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Chronic pain or illness with emotional components
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Disconnection from bodily sensations or emotions
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Difficulty regulating emotions or feeling overwhelmed
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Relationship patterns rooted in early attachment wounds
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Perfectionism or people-pleasing behaviors that create body tension