I am a fully certified Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP), having completed the multi-year professional training through Somatic Experiencing International. This training includes foundational, intermediate, and advanced levels, as well as personal sessions, case consultation, and supervision.

Somatic Experiencing® was developed by Dr. Peter Levine and is a recognized body-based approach to trauma resolution. My work is also informed by ongoing study in nervous system regulation and my lived experience recovering from brain injury.

Yes. A concussion affects the nervous system, not just the brain. Even when imaging is clear or symptoms are labeled “mild,” the autonomic nervous system can remain organized around protection.

Persistent symptoms such as fatigue, sensory sensitivity, difficulty concentrating, irritability, or sleep disruption often reflect a system that has not fully settled.

This work supports regulation and capacity-building following concussion, particularly when symptoms linger beyond the expected recovery window.

Many individuals diagnosed with post-concussive syndrome experience persistent symptoms such as fatigue, sensory sensitivity, headaches, cognitive overload, anxiety, or sleep disruption. These patterns often reflect a nervous system that remains organized around protection following the initial injury.

Somatic Experiencing® supports regulation and stabilization of the autonomic nervous system. As capacity builds and the system settles, symptoms related to chronic activation or shutdown may gradually reduce.

This work does not replace medical care, but it can be a meaningful component of recovery when symptoms linger beyond the expected healing window.

It is common for brain imaging to appear normal after concussion or mild traumatic brain injury, even when symptoms persist.

Clear scans do not necessarily reflect how the autonomic nervous system is functioning. Fatigue, sensory sensitivity, cognitive overload, anxiety, and sleep disruption can continue when the nervous system remains organized around protection.

Somatic Experiencing® works with regulation and capacity-building at the physiological level. When the nervous system begins to settle and reorganize, symptoms that are rooted in dysregulation may gradually reduce — even when imaging has shown no structural damage.

It’s not uncommon for individuals to look back and recognize symptoms that may have followed a head injury, even if a formal diagnosis was never made.

Persistent fatigue, sensory sensitivity, brain fog, irritability, sleep disruption, or feeling “not quite like yourself” can reflect a nervous system that has remained organized around protection.

While this work does not diagnose or replace medical care, it focuses on supporting nervous system regulation and increasing physiological capacity. If you suspect a past head injury, it is always appropriate to consult a qualified medical provider for evaluation. Regulation-focused work can be a meaningful complement when symptoms continue to linger.

For some individuals navigating brain injury, leaving home can feel overwhelming due to fatigue, sensory sensitivity, anxiety, or fear of symptom escalation. This is not a sign of weakness — it is often a nervous system that feels overloaded and protective.

Virtual sessions are available when in-person work is not yet accessible. We move at a pace your system can tolerate, with the goal of gradually building capacity rather than pushing beyond your limits.

For some, beginning remotely can be a supportive first step toward expanding tolerance over time.

No. While I specialize in supporting those recovering from brain injury, I also work with individuals navigating stress, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, or those simply seeking a deeper connection to themselves and their nervous system. This work meets you where you are—whether you’re healing, growing, or remembering what safety feels like in your body.

No. Some people come to this work alongside neurologists, therapists, or rehabilitation providers. Others are navigating recovery on their own.

You do not need a formal care team to begin. We start with where you are and build from there.

If additional support would be beneficial, I can help you think through appropriate next steps.

Recovery from brain injury is not linear, and the number of sessions varies depending on your history, current symptoms, and capacity for regulation. Some individuals begin with a series of 4–6 sessions to establish stability, while others choose to work more consistently over a longer period.

Rather than committing to a fixed number, we assess together as your nervous system builds capacity. The focus is not on speed, but on sustainable regulation and integration.

In-person sessions with the herd are 90 minutes in length, allowing spaciousness for settling, co-regulation, and integration. Virtual sessions typically last 60 minutes.

No prior horse experience is required. Sessions are not about riding or horsemanship. The horses remain at liberty, and your role is simply to notice your internal experience within the relational field.

Many individuals navigating brain injury find that being around horses in this way feels grounding rather than overwhelming. The focus is on nervous system regulation and attunement — not skill or performance.

If you feel uncertain or nervous around horses, that is welcome information. We work at a pace your nervous system can tolerate, and there is no pressure to interact beyond what feels safe.

You’ll be invited to sense into the herd and notice any particular connection, and you may be guided to make an energetic ask. But in deep respect for their autonomy, it’s the horses who ultimately choose whether or how they engage. Even when not physically close, they’re always participating in subtle ways.

No. Out of respect for the herd’s healing journeys and agency, all sessions take place on the ground. The focus is on relational presence, not performance or control.

Wear comfortable clothes and closed-toe shoes appropriate for walking outdoors. A hat, sunscreen, and water are also recommended, especially in warmer weather.