Healing Stress & Trauma: Somatic Experiencing Therapy in Delhi with Online Support

Feeling stuck with stress or past experiences can make life overwhelming. Many people are now exploring natural healing therapies to find relief. One such approach is Somatic Experiencing (SE), a gentle, body-focused therapy that helps release tension, process trauma, and restore calm.

That’s why we at Wellness Garden connect you with verified experts offering online sessions and in-person support in Delhi, making it easier to find guidance that fits your schedule and needs. Somatic experiencing therapy can help you move forward with clarity, emotional balance, and a renewed sense of ease, supported by trusted practitioners throughout your healing journey.

Understanding Stress and Trauma: A Body-Focused Approach

Across cities like Delhi and Bangalore, many people face stress, trauma, and mental health challenges, though the ways these issues appear can differ. Women may experience trauma related to past events or ongoing stressors, while men increasingly seek support for anxiety, depression, and work-related pressures— for “male depression symptoms” grew 39% in 2025.

Experiencing a traumatic event—whether sudden or prolonged—can have lasting effects on both mental and physical well-being. Trauma can change how individuals perceive themselves and their environment, often triggering maladaptive responses. Over time, the body may remain in a persistent state of stress, affecting energy, emotions, and overall quality of life.

In response, many people are turning to body-focused, holistic therapies to address both psychological and physical effects of trauma. Somatic Experiencing (SE), developed by psychotherapist Dr. Peter Levine, PhD, is a renowned American psychologist and biologist, works with the body’s natural ability to process tension, regulate the nervous system, and restore balance. Unlike traditional therapies that focus primarily on thoughts or memories, SE emphasizes bodily awareness and the safe, step-by-step processing of stress, helping people work through trauma without being overwhelmed.

How Somatic Experiencing Work?

SE sessions are designed to be practical, gradual, and safe, and can be conducted online or in-person. The therapy guides individuals to attend to and process physical sensations linked to stress and trauma, allowing the nervous system to reset naturally.

Trauma and psychological strain can manifest in various ways. Mentally, SE is applied to conditions such as PTSD, anxiety, depression, grief, and chronic stress. Physically, it can assist with chronic pain, digestive issues, sexual dysfunction, and tension-related discomfort, highlighting how adverse experiences are often stored in the body.

Core Techniques in Practice

SE employs techniques that help the body and mind gradually process stress and trauma:

• Developing awareness of bodily sensations
• Drawing upon emotional resources for stability
• Grounding — focusing on internal sensations during stress or triggers
• Encouraging detailed reflection on experiences
• Movement — safely expressing physical sensations
• Learn self-regulation tools to manage emotions
• Alternating focus between stressful and neutral experiences (titration and pendulation)

Through these approaches, SE experts enable the nervous system to work through stored tension safely, helping individuals regain clarity, calm, and emotional balance while supporting overall mind-body well-being.

5 Key Benefits of Somatic Experiencing (SE)

Sessions last 45–60 minutes, online or in-person, and provide a safe way to work with your nervous system and restore overall wellness. SE can support individuals dealing with PTSD, anxiety, depression, grief, experiences of accidents or abuse, phobias, and stress-related physical symptoms.

1. Ease Emotional Challenges: Release stored tension, reducing anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief, and phobia reactions.
2. Support Physical Health: Improve sleep, muscle tightness, headaches, or fibromyalgia symptoms, enhancing overall vitality.
3. Increase Awareness: Recognize triggers and bodily signals early to respond effectively.
4. Strengthen Resilience: Build a sense of safety, control, and emotional stability.
5. Restore Mind-Body Harmony: Gradually reset the nervous system, promoting clarity, calm, and equilibrium.

Experience these benefits with certified SE practitioners, online or in-person, to safely release tension and regain balance in your daily life.

Where to Try Somatic Experiencing  Sessions

Wellness Garden connects you with verified Somatic experiencing therapy practitioners, offering online or in-person sessions with trained experts who provide personalized guidance and safe, step-by-step support to help you work with your body and nervous system effectively.

Expressive Selfcare, New Delhi

Led by Sophia Ali, Psychotherapist and Registered Somatic Movement Therapist, and India’s first certified Tamalpa practitioner. Her work is warm, creative, and deeply trauma-informed.

• Pricing & Duration: Sessions range from ₹2,000 to ₹3,500, with a typical duration of 60 minutes. Advance booking is required before visiting.

• Distance:  Approximately 30–45 minutes from India Gate, depending on traffic.

• Mode: Available online and offline.

• Therapies & Approach: The centre offers individual psychotherapy, somatic movement therapy, life and art mentoring, along with expressive arts workshops. The approach integrates body awareness, movement, and creative expression beyond talk therapy.

• Best Suited For: Individuals seeking deep emotional processing, trauma healing, creative self-expression, and body-based therapeutic work.

Coach for Mind, Gurugram

Led by Mr. Sagar Takker, Counselling Psychologist with experience in anxiety, mood-related concerns, emotional stress, trauma recovery, and relationship challenges. His approach is practical, empathetic, and client-focused.

• Pricing & Duration: Sessions are ₹2,000 per session. A 10% discount is available when booking 5 sessions together. Advance booking is required.

• Distance: Approximately 1 hour 55 minutes from central Delhi, depending on traffic.

• Mode: Available online and offline.

• Therapies & Approach: Structured counseling using CBT, EMDR, and somatic-informed techniques for emotional regulation and trauma recovery.

• Best Suited For: Those seeking practical, structured support for emotional and relationship challenges.

Holistic Healing Centre, Anand Niketan, South Delhi

Led by Taanya Nagi, a holistic practitioner with over 25 years of global experience in emotional wellbeing, healing work, and personal growth facilitation.

• Pricing & Duration: Initial interview session at ₹4,000 for 60 minutes. Regular sessions are ₹6,000 for 90 minutes, usually scheduled at 12:30 PM or 5:00 PM IST. Advance booking is required.

• Mode: Available online and offline.

• Therapies & Approach: Uses an integrative framework combining CBT, REBT, Transactional Analysis, clinical hypnotherapy, and NLP, along with energy-based practices such as Reiki, Theta Healing, Access Bars, and chakra work.

• Best Suited For: Individuals looking for an integrated approach to mindset shifts, inner healing, and long-term personal development.

Mona Wellness Center, Gurugram

Led by Mona Bansal, a trauma-informed Somatic, Biodynamic Craniosacral, and Sound Healing Therapist with over 15 years of experience, offering gentle, integrative mind–body healing.

• Pricing & Duration: Includes a 15-minute free consultation. One-on-one sessions are ₹3,000 per session, with a typical duration of 60 minutes. Advance appointment booking is required.

• Mode: Available online and offline.

• Therapies & Approach: Biodynamic craniosacral therapy, somatic coaching, sound healing, mindfulness practices, Reiki, and marma therapy, supporting trauma and emotional healing beyond talk-based methods.

• Best Suited For: Individuals experiencing trauma, emotional imbalance, burnout, or chronic stress, including challenges related to career, relationships, motherhood, or loss.

The Body Mine, Pune (Online)

Led by Karuna Sunil Chawla, an expert in Somatic Experiencing, integrating generational work, somatic therapy, and yogic body-based approaches.

• Pricing & Duration: A 21-minute discovery call is scheduled before the first session. Sessions are ₹3,000 per hour. Advance booking is required.

• Mode: Available online, recommended for continuity.

• Therapies & Approach: Offers somatic therapy, Family Constellation Therapy, Shambhavi Mahamudra Kriya, EFT, and other yogic practices.

• Best Suited For: Individuals seeking trauma recovery, emotional release, clarity, inner peace, and balance.

Gaurima Verma, Greater Delhi Area (Hybrid)

Founder of Anahadnaad Wellness and The Restfulness Therapist, with more than 6 years experience and specializing in integrative mind–body–spirit healing.

• Pricing & Duration: Sessions are ₹5,500 for 1 hour. Advance booking is recommended.

• Mode: Available online and offline, with offline recommended for energy-based and body-centered therapies, and online suitable for regression, inner child, and emotional processing.

• Therapies & Approach: Offers Inherited Family Trauma Resolution, Craniosacral Therapy, Classic Yoga (350H), Advanced Inner Child Healing, Transpersonal Regression Therapy, EFT, NLP, and Marma Therapy.

• Best Suited For: Individuals addressing deep-seated trauma, chronic emotional distress, systemic blocks, or mind–body challenges seeking holistic transformation.

The White Elephant Clinic, South Delhi

Led by Pooja Sreenivasa and Dr. Himanshu Bhagat, Co-Founders, with expertise in Somatic Experiencing and includes specialists in body-centered healing.

• Pricing & Duration: Sessions start at ₹1,000, for mini 30 mins with multiple packages available. Advance booking is recommended and weekend sessions are recommended.

• Mode: Available online and offline, with offline sessions preferred for craniosacral and somatic therapies, and online suitable for guided awareness and follow-up support.

• Therapies & Approach: Offers somatic therapy, craniosacral therapy, osteopathy, and family constellation work,  Bach therapy, Meru chikitsa and Physical Therapy.

• Best Suited For: Individuals addressing anxiety, OCD, eating disorders, childhood and developmental trauma, or physical trauma.

Who Should Take Precautions?

Somatic Experiencing is generally safe, but certain individuals should consult a professional before starting. Those with severe mental health conditions, recent trauma, or serious physical injuries may need guided, cautious sessions. People with high anxiety or claustrophobia can benefit from online or carefully monitored in-person sessions. Always choose a trained, certified SE practitioner to ensure safe, effective guidance throughout the process.

Embark on Your Healing Journey with SE

Taking the first step toward emotional clarity and inner balance can be transformative. Somatic Experiencing provides a gentle, body-centered approach to release tension, restore resilience, and support overall mental and physical wellness. Complementing it with yoga, meditation, or breathwork can enhance its benefits even further.

We helps you discover certified SE sessions across India—from day clinics and small centers to immersive wellness retreats. Each session is personalized, expert-guided, and available online or in-person, with flexible options to suit your schedule. Pricing may vary depending on season and location, ensuring accessible choices for everyone.

Book your SE session with Wellness Garden and connect with trusted practitioners and curated therapies, making your healing journey safe, empowering, and effective.

FAQs

1. Is somatic therapy scientifically supported?

Yes, it is evidence-based and recognized for regulating the nervous system and releasing stored tension.

2. Is somatic therapy suitable for beginners?

Yes, sessions are tailored to all experience levels and individual comfort.

3. How long does a typical session last?

Sessions usually last 45–60 minutes, online or in-person.

4. Can somatic therapy help with trauma, PTSD, or stress?

Yes, it safely processes stored tension without requiring reliving traumatic memories.

5. How do I find somatic therapy centers or practitioners?

Wellness Garden connects you with verified centers, day clinics, and retreats across India.

6. Are there any limits or precautions?

People with acute trauma, severe mental health conditions, or serious injuries should consult a certified practitioner.

7. Can somatic therapy be combined with other therapies?

Yes, it complements yoga, meditation, breathwork, and holistic wellness practices.

8. How do I book a session?

You can book somatic therapy sessions online or in-person through Wellness Garden with verified experts.