Alongside talking, with SP, the therapist may encourage the client to explore physical sensations, movements, and their posture to deepen insight into and understanding of the body’s experience. Nervous system regulation is central to this method. Clients are supported to learn about, experiment with, and explore tuning into and attuning to their body’s wisdom. Arousal and activation within and outside of the window of tolerance are tracked and discussed. Resources for wellbeing (resources that support nervous system regulation and window of tolerance expansion) are identified and developed.

Clients are supported in the practice of responding to somatic cues and information in ways that nourish, soothe, and support their nervous systems. This somatic (embodied) preparation sets the foundation for processing issues (such as trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, and stress) in an integrative, mind-body way. Titration is used to set a pace of therapy that honors and respects the client’s whole experience.