"The body has a treasure-trove of information and wisdom. All we need to do is listen." ~ Josephine Sheppard

What is Somatic Shamanism?

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Somatic Shamanism is the integrating of Shamanic Counseling and Healing, Somatic Healing and Movement, and Root Cause Therapy. Shamanic healing is a practice rooted in ancient traditions that aims to restore balance and harmony by enabling the client to access altered states of consciousness that is conducive to healing, including working with spirit guides, the soul self, and Divine Intelligence. Shamanic counseling views individuals as interconnected beings, encompassing mind, body, and spirit, and seeks to restore balance and harmony within the whole person. In shamanism it is common practice to connect with the spiritual realm, often using techniques like drumming, chanting, and journeying. While somatic healing and movement is a body-centered approach to therapy that focuses on the connection between mind and body, utilizing techniques like breathwork, body scans, and meditative movement to release stored tension and trauma within the physical body, allowing for emotional healing. Root cause therapy helps people reconnect with their body and gain insight into how their feelings and symptoms are connected as a basis in the mind-body relationship. 

 

Her way of describing the healing approach that takes place in somatic shamanism sessions is a biological and soul integration. Biological (relating to living organisms) and soul (the spiritual or immaterial part of all living organisms - human, animal, or otherwise) integration addressing the physical, emotional, and spiritual dimensions of returning to balance and harmony in the mind-body system, while integrating and rooting into the soul consciousness.

 

This method is derived from her personal experience, working with others utilizing the individual modalities, and instigating her own healing journey. The integration of these modalities is what Josephine is calling Somatic Shamanism, providing a biological and soul integrative process.

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The Sessions:

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It is a person-centered practice which encourages the client to discover solutions for themselves in a supportive environment. The work is therapeutic in nature and includes both exploration of ones beliefs - or story about the self relating to the topic of concern, and accessing the subconscious experience and spiritual aspects of the individual.

 

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Virtual Group Somatic Shamanism Sessions: Group sessions will be provided soon. Times, dates, and cost, TBD.

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A Single Somatic Shamanism Session is 50-60 minutes. Sessions are provided remotely.

 

*A single session is generally only recommended for those exploring the experience of the practice. Like any therapeutic process, results vary from person to person, and rarely can all changes and goals be achieved in one setting or session that has been formulated or diagnosed as a result of years of it coming to fruition.

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Obtaining the initial consultation will help determine the best course of action for your intended goals, needs, or circumstances. 

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A private Somatic Shamanism Session is $90. *Counseling sessions are held online, virtual appointments only.

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*Payments are collected upon appointment scheduling. Schedule through the button below.

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Want to find out if this is for you? Let's discuss your concerns and answer your questions, and we'll decide from there. Click the button below to schedule a free 15-minute initial consultation.