Self-Guided Somatic Therapy Workbook
Self-Guided Somatic Therapy Workbook
Penguin Random House | 2026
This workbook is a guide to help you approach healing from stress, trauma and pain on your own terms and at your own pace. Using interventions that I personally practice and that grounded in research in the field of trauma and somatic therapy, this book provides step-by-step exercises to support connection to your body. It can serve as a stand-alone practice or as a tool to deepen your progress in therapy.
Available for pre-order. Released September 15, 2026.
Book Details
The Self-Guided Somatic Therapy Workbook offers a practical guide to regulating your nervous system and releasing stored stress, trauma, and emotional tension. You’ll begin by getting to know your nervous system, with an exploration of polyvagal theory and the vagus nerve. Using a gradual process, you will learn body-based practices to become attuned to the workings of your nervous system via conscious breathing, mindful movements, and more. Opportunities for self-reflection and journaling prompts help deepen your insight as you travel the path to healing and deepened self-discovery.
Inside you’ll find:
- Guided somatic exercises for everyday practice
- Trauma-informed tools that prioritize safety and boundaries
- Clear instruction from a licensed clinical psychologist
- A self-guided approach you can use from home
- Practical techniques that bridge clinical theory and real-life healing
Grounded in trauma-informed somatic therapy principles, this workbook emphasizes safety, pacing, and self-compassion. Organized in progressive phases—from building awareness and stability to processing and integration—it provides a flexible path toward greater calm, connection, and embodied healing.