Have you ever wondered why certain situations make your heart race or why, in other moments, you feel frozen and unable to respond? These reactions aren’t random; they’re part of how your nervous system keeps you safe. Understanding this connection is at the heart of somatic-oriented therapy, especially when viewed through the lens of Polyvagal Theory. What is Somatic Therapy? Somatic-oriented therapy focuses on the connection between your mind and body. It recognizes that
