What we’re about
Welcome to those of you seeking change, healing, and transformation or maybe just more aliveness and joy. This virtual group is for people interested in personal or professional transformation through connecting with the wisdom of the body. The word Soma means whole body and in Somatics, we view breakthrough change as happening not when one gains enough new insights and knowledge about an issue or pattern, but rather when one engages in new practices that transform who we are at the physical level as well.
This group will include dialogue, discussion, and practices that help you build your relationship with your body, connect with what is important to you in your life, and increase resilience for managing life stressors.
I am a Somatic Coach and Pain Reprocessing Therapist, and I have a therapeutic background as well. I completed my MSW in 2011 and worked with survivors of domestic and sexual violence and folks who have experienced various kinds of trauma. I'm trained in Polyvagal theory, Strozzi Somatics, Pain Reprocessing Therapy, and Somatic Internal Family Systems. My work is especially focused on LGBTQ+ folks and people experiencing chronic illness/pain/disability, though I welcome all people interested in transformation through the body. To learn more about my work, check out my website.
Welcome to the group!
Warmly,
Kristina Armenakis
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Upcoming events (3)
See all- How Our Body Reacts to StressLink visible for attendees
In this group, you'll learn about transformation utilizing the wisdom of the body. The group will include a check in, an overview of Somatics, connection with others interested in this work, and practices to increase your Somatic (body-based) awareness. You will come away with practices to support your growth and opportunities to engage more with Somatics. No need to bring anything, just show up and I'll guide you through the rest. My style is warm and welcoming, and all practices can be done standing, sitting down, or even lying down if needed.
The topic for this group is How Our Body Reacts to Stress, which is basically how we act or react under stress.
For more information about my work, check out my website: kristinaarmenakis.com
PLEASE NOTE: By signing up for events, you are giving me permission to send you occasional emails. I will not spam you or share your contact information, and you can unsubscribe at any time.
- Weekly Course: Nervous System Regulation for Healing (10 sessions)Link visible for attendees
***PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED - Register here***
This Somatic course on Nervous System Regulation for Healing is 10 weekly sessions held over Zoom.
- This course runs on Wednesdays, Apr 23-Jun 25, 5:30-7pm Pacific time
- Tiered sliding scale fee: $300-$600
Is this course right for me?
- Are you experiencing chronic stress that negatively impacts your relationships, career, health or other important areas of your life?
- Do you have big reactions to small stressors but don’t know why?
- Do you struggle to stay present and grounded?
- Do you find that you’re stuck in fight or flight states? Or that you feel checked out or paralyzed?
- Are you looking for strategies that will help you feel more open, present, and connected?
- Are you aware that you need to better regulate your emotions but don’t know how?
Please register here!
My website for further information on my work is kristinaarmenakis.com.
- Weekly Group: Somatic Practice for Chronic Illness/Pain (10 session group)Link visible for attendees
***PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED*** Please schedule a consult with me at https://calendly.com/kristinaarmenakis to sign up
This weekly 10 session group is for people experiencing chronic illness and/or pain. The group will be held over Zoom.
Pre-registration is required and attendance is capped at 6-7 participants for deeper practice and more focused support. We'll explore an overview of Somatics, practice moving from isolation to connection, build resilience, practice feeling safe in our bodies, and begin to transform how we react under stress and pressure, among other topics. New material not previously covered in the meet up groups will be offered.
This is a paid group with a sliding scale for all 10 sessions. I offer a scholarship with priority given to BIPOC and trans folks. The sliding scale is $300-$600 for the full series.
This group runs on Thursdays, Apr 24-June 26, 5-6:30pm Pacific time.
For more information on fees and schedule, contact me at Kristinaarmenakis@gmail.com or schedule a free consult with me here to sign up. My website for further information on my work is kristinaarmenakis.com.
