Counselling With Bethany
Transforming trauma through body-centred healing
Bethany Bowman, RCC, CCC
I deeply love the work I do - the work you are choosing to show up for. It takes bravery to face what happened to you. To recognize how you survived. To have the courage to hold and grieve what didn’t happen, what was missing that you needed and didn’t get at the time.
Trauma therapy is about undoing unbearable aloneness. I am here to bear witness to your suffering. I am here to help you hold, process, and integrate what needs to be integrated. To learn the skills you need to learn to get through this. I am here to hold the hope when it feels hard to hold.
The good news is, healing from trauma is possible. Yes, even yours. It takes commitment and hard work, but it is possible. And it’s worth it.
Ready to take the next step? Contact me to book a consultation and start your healing journey.
Education & Selected Professional Trainings:
Bachelor of Health Science (Thompson Rivers University)
Master of Counselling (City University)
Brainspotting (Joy Myong, BrainBody Revolution)
Somatic Attachment Psychotherapy 2 Year Training (BBP)
Foundations of Narrative Therapy (VSNT)
Internal Family Systems (IFS) Basics and IFS Online Circle
Fundamentals of Psilocybin-Assisted Therapy (TheraPsil)
For more information, please visit my website.
What I can help with:
Trauma therapy for single incidents (car accidents, natural disasters, workplace incidents, assaults, etc.). Therapy for PTSD.
Relational or developmental trauma from experiences of abuse, neglect, loss, separation.
Healing from childhood experiences of misattunement, parentification, nonrecognition, unpredictable or intrusive caregiving, complex PTSD, adoption.
Feelings of anxiety, depression, and low self-worth
Support with substance use
Integrating psychedelic experiences
Somatic Therapy: Healing Through Neuroscience, Polyvagal Theory, and Attachment Theory
Somatic therapy is based on three core approaches: neuroscience (how our brain and body work together), polyvagal theory (which focuses on how our nervous system responds to stress), and attachment theory (which looks at how early relationships shape our emotional well-being).
By working within your window of tolerance, we help you process difficult emotions and sensations in a safe, regulated way. The window of tolerance refers to a nervous system state where we feel calm, grounded, and able to process emotions without becoming overwhelmed or dissociated.
Curious to learn more about the window of tolerance and how it works? Click here to watch a short, animated video explaining this key concept in somatic therapy.
When we work within this window, your body and brain can process and integrate overwhelming emotions, past traumas, or sensations that may have once felt intolerable. Over time, this process expands your window of tolerance, allowing you to better cope with life’s challenges without feeling overwhelmed.
The Role of the Therapeutic Relationship in Somatic Therapy
Somatic therapy is relational. The connection between counsellor and client plays a crucial role in healing. In our work together, you’ll find a safe, nonjudgmental space where your experiences and emotions are fully respected. We move at your pace, supporting you as you reconnect with your body, mind, and emotions.
In our sessions, I may gently invite you to notice the sensations and responses in your body. This may feel different from traditional talk therapy, and it may feel vulnerable at first. But by doing this, we can regulate your nervous system in real-time, keeping you within your window of tolerance.
Through this collaborative process, somatic therapy helps heal the disconnection between mind, body, and spirit. Over time, you’ll find more expansive, flexible, and healthier ways of relating to yourself, to others, and to the world around you. Imagine feeling calmer, more confident, and able to navigate life's challenges with ease. Picture yourself responding to life with resilience and emotional balance, no matter what comes your way.
Ready to explore somatic therapy for yourself? Book a consultation today and begin your journey to healing.
Rates
Individual 60 minute Counselling Session (in person or virtual) - $150.00
I offer all new clients a 15-minute free meet and greet/consultation (virtual only). This is an opportunity to meet me, ask questions, and see if we’re a good fit before getting started.
Sliding scale spots are currently full. Please contact me to be placed on the waitlist for a sliding scale spot.