A Gentle Mind-Body Approach at Natural HealthCare Services
Somato Emotional Release, often shortened to SER, is a mind-body approach related to CranioSacral Therapy. At Natural HealthCare Services, it is offered as part of our holistic therapy services in Freeport, Pennsylvania.
The current Natural HealthCare Services approach describes SER as combining gentle manual techniques with supportive dialogue and awareness of the connection between physical tension and emotional experiences.
If you are considering Somato Emotional Release, you do not need to know exactly what to expect before calling. We can explain the service, discuss your goals and answer questions before you decide whether an appointment is right for you.
Natural HealthCare Services is located in Freeport, PA and serves clients from the Alle-Kiski Valley, Greater Pittsburgh area and surrounding Western Pennsylvania communities.
Natural HealthCare Services
144 Bergad Ln, Freeport, PA 16229
Somato Emotional Release is described as a therapeutic process that developed from CranioSacral Therapy.
The approach is associated with Dr. John E. Upledger and is based on a mind-body framework that considers how physical experiences, stress and emotions may be experienced together.
During an SER session, gentle touch may be combined with conversation and attention to physical sensations, tension and emotional responses.
At Natural HealthCare Services, SER is presented as a complementary holistic service. It should not be represented as a replacement for medical care, mental health treatment or trauma-focused psychotherapy when those services are needed.
Natural HealthCare Services describes Somato Emotional Release as an extension of CranioSacral Therapy.
CranioSacral Therapy uses gentle manual contact. SER may incorporate similar light-touch techniques while also allowing space for dialogue and awareness of thoughts, memories, emotions or physical sensations that arise during the session.
The experience can vary from person to person. A session does not require a particular emotional response, and clients should not feel pressured to disclose information they do not want to discuss.
Learn about CranioSacral Therapy →A Somato Emotional Release session is individualized. Based on the approach currently described by Natural HealthCare Services, a session may include:
Natural HealthCare Services states that sessions may range from approximately 30 minutes to more than an hour depending on individual needs. Confirm the expected appointment length when scheduling.
No two people bring exactly the same experiences into an SER session.
Some clients may primarily notice physical relaxation or changes in muscle tension. Others may become more aware of emotions, memories or patterns they associate with stress. Some sessions may feel quiet and subtle.
The purpose of the appointment should not be to force an emotional release. The practitioner can work at a pace that respects your comfort level and your reasons for seeking the service.
If difficult or overwhelming emotions arise, it may be appropriate to involve a licensed mental health professional. Somato Emotional Release should not be used as a substitute for evidence-based mental health treatment for PTSD, depression, anxiety disorders or other psychiatric conditions.
People may explore Somato Emotional Release because they are interested in the relationship between stress, physical tension, body awareness and emotional well-being.
Natural HealthCare Services discusses SER in connection with stress, unresolved emotional experiences, physical tension and trauma. Rather than promising that SER will treat or cure these conditions, we recommend viewing it as a complementary mind-body service that some people choose to explore as part of their broader wellness approach.
Your experience is individual, and specific medical or mental health concerns should be evaluated by appropriately licensed healthcare professionals.
Stress can be experienced both emotionally and physically. People may notice muscle tension, changes in breathing, difficulty relaxing or increased awareness of discomfort during stressful periods.
SER sessions provide a setting for gentle bodywork, awareness and supportive dialogue. Some clients seek this type of service because they want dedicated time to slow down and pay attention to the relationship between physical tension and emotional experience.
SER is a complementary mind-body approach. It is not presented as proven to remove stress that is physically 'stored' in tissues, or as a treatment for stress-related disease.
Natural HealthCare Services discusses SER in relation to past trauma and difficult life experiences.
Trauma is a complex mental health topic. If you have experienced trauma, post-traumatic stress symptoms, abuse, severe anxiety, depression or another mental health concern, a licensed mental health professional can provide appropriate assessment and evidence-based treatment.
Somato Emotional Release may be used by some people as a complementary wellness service, but it should not be presented as a stand-alone treatment or cure for PTSD or other mental health disorders.
If you are already working with a physician, psychologist, counselor or other licensed professional, you may want to discuss how complementary services fit into your overall care.
Responses during gentle bodywork can vary.
Natural HealthCare Services mentions sensations such as warmth, tingling and emotional responses. Some people may simply feel relaxed, while others may notice changes in physical sensation or become aware of thoughts and emotions.
There is no single response that you are supposed to have. A session should not be judged by whether a dramatic emotional experience occurs.
Tell the practitioner if you are uncomfortable physically or emotionally at any point.
Natural HealthCare Services states that Somato Emotional Release sessions may range from about 30 minutes to more than an hour depending on the individual's needs.
Because appointment length may vary, ask about the amount of time reserved for your session when scheduling.
No. Somato Emotional Release, as described by Natural HealthCare Services, is a complementary mind-body and manual therapy approach related to CranioSacral Therapy.
It should not be confused with psychotherapy, counseling, psychiatric treatment or trauma-focused mental health care.
If you need diagnosis or treatment for PTSD, depression, anxiety, grief that is interfering with daily functioning or another mental health condition, seek care from an appropriately licensed mental health professional.
Natural HealthCare Services states that SER may be integrated with other therapeutic approaches.
If you are receiving medical, chiropractic, rehabilitation or mental health care, tell the relevant practitioners about the other services you are using when that information is important to your care.
Complementary therapies should support - not replace - appropriate medical or mental health evaluation and treatment.
Natural HealthCare Services states that Gregg and Karen Brady have worked together for more than 30 years helping people with health and wellness services.
The practice is located at 144 Bergad Ln in Freeport, PA, serving the Alle-Kiski Valley and surrounding Western Pennsylvania communities.
Natural HealthCare Services offers CranioSacral Therapy and several other holistic therapy services in addition to Somato Emotional Release.
Natural HealthCare Services describes an approach that considers the individual client's needs rather than treating every appointment exactly the same way.
If you are unfamiliar with SER, contact the office before scheduling so you can understand the service and decide whether you are comfortable exploring it.
Natural HealthCare Services is physically located in Freeport, Pennsylvania - not in the City of Pittsburgh.
The practice serves clients from Freeport and surrounding Western Pennsylvania communities. If you found us while searching for Somato Emotional Release therapy near Pittsburgh, call the office for directions and appointment information.
Natural HealthCare Services is located at 144 Bergad Ln, Freeport, PA 16229.
Somato Emotional Release, or SER, is a complementary mind-body approach related to CranioSacral Therapy. Natural HealthCare Services describes it as combining gentle manual techniques with supportive dialogue and awareness of physical and emotional responses.
A session may include gentle touch, attention to physical sensations or tension, and supportive dialogue. Experiences vary, and the session should not force a particular emotional response.
SER developed from CranioSacral Therapy and may use similar gentle manual techniques, but SER also places additional emphasis on dialogue and awareness of emotional experiences.
SER should not be presented as a proven treatment or cure for PTSD, anxiety disorders, depression or other mental health conditions. These concerns should be evaluated by an appropriately licensed mental health professional.
No. SER is not psychotherapy, counseling or psychiatric care. It is presented by Natural HealthCare Services as a complementary holistic therapy.
Experiences vary. Some people may feel relaxed or notice physical sensations such as warmth or tingling. Others may become aware of emotions or memories. There is no required response.
Natural HealthCare Services states that sessions can range from approximately 30 minutes to more than an hour depending on individual needs. Confirm the appointment length when scheduling.
A session may involve dialogue, but you should not feel pressured to disclose information you do not want to discuss. Communicate your comfort level with the practitioner.
Natural HealthCare Services describes SER as something that may be integrated with other approaches. If you are receiving medical or mental health treatment, discuss complementary services with the appropriate licensed professional when relevant.
Natural HealthCare Services states that a referral is usually not necessary. Contact the office to confirm current scheduling requirements.
The office is at 144 Bergad Ln, Freeport, PA 16229, serving clients from the Greater Pittsburgh area and Western Pennsylvania.
Call Natural HealthCare Services at 724-295-5591.
If you are interested in Somato Emotional Release and want to understand more about what happens during a session, contact Natural HealthCare Services.
We can explain the service, answer your questions and help you determine the next step.
Natural HealthCare Services
144 Bergad Ln, Freeport, PA 16229
Call: 724-295-5591
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