holisitc Trauma treatment melbourne | somatic & Sound therapy for nervous system support
Trauma isn't just what happened to you — it's how your body has learned to survive it. Whether you’ve experienced
developmental trauma, emotional neglect, abuse, medical trauma or chronic stress, the impact lives in your nervous system. At B.ME Lifestyle, I offer safe, integrative trauma treatment using
Somatic, Sound and Nutritional Therapy alongside Lifestyle Coaching,
to help you
release stored stress,
rewire your system, and rebuild emotional safety and connection.
How Somatic therapy supports trauma treatment
Somatic therapy supports trauma treatment by working directly with the body and nervous system where traumatic patterns are held and expressed. Using evidence informed methods such as Brainspotting, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Polyvagal informed therapy, and principles of Interpersonal Neurobiology, somatic therapy helps the brain and body process trauma safely without forcing verbal recall or re exposure. These approaches support nervous system regulation, restore a sense of internal safety, and reorganise disrupted brain body communication. As the nervous system settles, the brain regains flexibility, emotional responses soften, and the capacity for connection, presence, and choice naturally returns. This body based approach allows trauma to resolve at its root, supporting lasting healing rather than symptom management alone.
Somatic therapy can help with
Developmental trauma- abuse (physical, mental, sexual, Neglect, Shame
Medical injuries/ surgeries, Miscarriages & Birth Trauma
Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar, Chronic Disease and Pain
Accidents, PTSD, Domestic Violence,Death, Loss & Grief, Anger
Why Choose B.ME Lifestyle for Trauma Recovery?
As a Somatic Trauma & Sounds Therapist and Integrative Dietitian I offer:
- Body-Led Healing: Work directly with the nervous system, not just your thoughts.
- Trauma-Informed & Somatic Approach: Gently process pain while staying grounded and empowered.
- Integrative & Personalised: I combine Somatic therapy, Sound Healing, Nutrition, Breathwork, and Trauma-informed counselling for full-body recovery.
Your sessions may include the use of a bled of:
- Somatic Experiencing & Body Mapping
- Polyvagal-informed & grounding practices
- Brainspotting, Sensorimotor Therapy, and Sound Therapy
- Nutrition & nervous system nourishment
- Emotional processing at your own pace
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Trauma Healing results using somatic & sound therapy
I’ve been attending Anca’s practice for a year now post chemotherapy treatment and have transformed many aspects of my life. Anca supports me with my diet, spiritual, physical and emotional health. My horizon has expanded. Through discussions, sound healing and changing my habits I have become focused, happier and healthier. I am thrilled Anca has been my support throughout my recovery.
I highly recommend Anca as a holistic grounded and powerful support.
Rose
Working with Anca has been an enlightening and exulting experience. She has a very positive and personable personality and is a highly educated, informative and gifted practitioner. She has helped me to deepen my understanding of who I am as well as release some pretty heavy grief that i was carrying. She gets 5 stars from me and comes highly recommended for people who would like to go to the next level with personal healing and soul evolution.
Ellen
Working with Anca over the last 18mo has been transformative. I will admit I was sceptical at first, my body wasn't making it easy for Anca. Then I found that the sessions seemed to untangle emotional knots I didn't even realise were affecting me. The adjustments in my energy field translated into shifts in my mental and emotional state, I am feeling lighter, mentally clearer and calmer. I highly recommend Anca for anyone who is looking for a reset, growth and healing.
Teresa
Trauma symptoms
Trauma symptoms can affect the whole person, shaping how the body feels, how emotions are experienced, and how life is navigated day to day. They may show up as ongoing tension, fatigue, pain, disrupted sleep, heightened alertness, emotional reactivity, numbness, difficulty concentrating, or feeling disconnected from self and others. Many people experience changes in mood, energy, digestion, and immune resilience, alongside patterns such as avoidance, people pleasing, perfectionism, or feeling constantly on edge. These symptoms are not random. They reflect a nervous system that learned to prioritise survival and has not yet had the conditions to fully settle and restore balance.
Why brainspotting is better than EMDR for trauma healing
Brainspotting is often more effective than EMDR for trauma healing because it works with the brain and nervous system in a slower, more attuned, and body led way. Rather than directing the process through structured eye movements, Brainspotting allows the brain to access and resolve trauma at its own pace by following natural neurobiological pathways. This makes it especially supportive for complex trauma, developmental trauma, and highly sensitive nervous systems, where safety, depth, and regulation matter more than speed. By staying connected to bodily cues and emotional states, Brainspotting supports deeper integration and more sustainable healing outcomes
Sound therapy helps heal trauma safely by
supporting nervous system regulation without requiring verbal processing or re exposure to traumatic memories.
Gentle vibration and frequency calm the autonomic nervous system, reduce hyperarousal, and support the body to shift out of survival states. This creates a sense of internal safety, allowing stored tension and emotional charge to soften gradually.
Because sound works directly with the body and sensory pathways, it supports trauma healing in a way that feels contained, grounding, and tolerable, making it especially helpful for sensitive or overwhelmed nervous systems.
FAQ- Trauma Counselling Melbourne
What is trauma and how do I know if I have it?
Trauma is not just what happened to you, but how your body and nervous system responded to overwhelming or unsafe experiences. You may have trauma even if you cannot recall a specific event. Signs include anxiety, emotional numbness, chronic tension, fatigue, digestive issues, difficulty trusting others, or feeling stuck in the past. Trauma can result from childhood neglect, relational wounds, loss, abuse, or even subtle long-term stress that your system could not process at the time
How is somatic trauma therapy different from talk therapy?
Somatic trauma therapy works with the body, not just the mind. It helps you feel into your body safely, regulate your nervous system, and release stored stress or trauma patterns without needing to relive or analyse the past in detail. This body-first approach often leads to deeper, more lasting shifts because trauma is held in the body, not only in memory.
Do I need a diagnosis or past trauma to benefit from this therapy?
No formal diagnosis is needed. Many people come without identifying a specific trauma but feel stuck, disconnected, anxious or emotionally overwhelmed. If you find it hard to relax, trust, focus or feel at home in your body, this work may be exactly what your system needs.
What can I expect in a trauma therapy session?
Each session is personalised and paced to support your nervous system. We begin with simple grounding and awareness practices, and gradually work with body sensation, breath, sound, nutrition and emotional release in ways that feel safe. You are always in control, and there is no pressure to talk about anything before you are ready.
What techniques do you use in your trauma work?
I integrate a range of approaches including Somatic Experiencing, Sensorimotor Therapy, Brainspotting, Polyvagal Theory, sound healing, and the BME Lifestyle method. Depending on your needs, we may also explore nutrition, sleep, movement and detoxification to support healing from the inside out.
How many sessions will I need?
Healing trauma is not a one-size-fits-all process. Some people feel major shifts within a few sessions, while others benefit from longer-term support. We move at your pace, with your capacity, and adapt the process as your system becomes more resourced and resilient.
Do you offer trauma therapy online or only in Melbourne?
I offer both in-person sessions in Melbourne and online trauma therapy for clients across Australia and internationally. The work can be just as powerful over video when supported with presence, safety and guidance.
Can I claim trauma therapy through private health?
Some services may be eligible depending on your health fund and the specific therapy provided. I can guide you through what may be claimable and provide appropriate receipts for submission.
Ready to heal from trauma?
Let’s begin your trauma healing journey... gently, together. Feel seen, held and supported in safe environment.
