Understanding Anxiety as a Body-Based Condition Anxiety is not only a psychological experience. It is also a physical state of activation stored in the nervous system and tissues of the body. Even long after stressful or overwhelming situations have passed, the body may continue behaving as if danger is still present. This can show up as rapid heartbeat, muscle tension, overthinking, shallow breathing, emotional shutdown, or difficulty calming down. Somatic Therapy addresses

When we think about healing, it’s easy to focus on the obvious parts of our body - muscles, bones, or even our mind. But have you ever paused to consider the silent web that holds us all together? That’s fascia - a delicate yet powerful connective tissue that wraps around every muscle, organ, and nerve. It’s like the body’s own gentle embrace, supporting and shaping us from the inside out. When fascia becomes tight or restricted, it can hold onto pain, tension, and even emoti