Somatic therapists in Palm Desert, California CA
We are proud to feature top rated Somatic therapists in Palm Desert. We encourage you to review each profile to find your best match.
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Tracey Kiernan
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, AMFT
You may be finding that things that used to feel manageable no longer do. You’re overthinking more, feeling anxious or on edge, or noticing you’re either reacting quickly or shutting down altogether. You might feel disconnected from yourself, unsure why you feel “off,” or frustrated that you can’t seem to get back to how you used to be. In your relationship, you may be having the same conversations on repeat, feeling unheard, or struggling to stay connected despite your efforts. For many, this is happening alongside a major life shift—like perimenopause, burnout, or changes in identity—that’s hard to fully put into words but deeply felt.
I specialize in working with women and couples navigating high-functioning anxiety, perfectionism, people-pleasing, relationship challenges, and life transitions, including perimenopause. These experiences can impact not only your sense of self, but also how you show up in your relationships, often leading to repeated conflict, emotional distance, or difficulty communicating in a way that actually feels productive.
My approach to therapy is both compassionate and focused. I integrate evidence-based modalities such as ACT, CBT, psychodynamic, Gestalt, somatic, and Gottman-informed couples therapy. We begin by helping you feel more grounded and regulated, so you’re not just talking about your experiences, but are able to work with them in a meaningful way. From there, we explore the underlying patterns driving what you’re experiencing and focus on creating lasting, practical change.
Therapy with me is collaborative, direct, and tailored to you. The goal is not just insight, but helping you feel more like yourself again—clearer, more connected, and better able to navigate your life and relationships.
2 Years Experience
Online in Palm Desert, CA California
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Karina Baltazar-Durán LMFT
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Therapy isn't just what I do, it's my calling. I’m an original Texan but fled to California to live the California dream for 18 years. In California I was trained with the highest standards in marriage and family therapy, skills I would love to share with you. I work with people from vast backgrounds and experiences. Working with children and adolescents was the foundation of my career for a long time. Currently I specialize in Women's Issues, Couples/Families, LGBTQIA and Latino/a/x populations. I believe we never stop growing, learning, or having fun!
17 Years Experience
Online in Palm Desert, CA California
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Vanessa Ffrench
Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (140713), Certified Yoga & Meditation Instructor
I am a somatic psychotherapist and approach therapy holistically, focusing on the mind-body-spirit. My background and training is in early childhood development, mindfulness and meditation practices, and somatic psychology. I believe in processing and healing past wounds, while also working with the body and what is coming up in the present moment using body-oriented techniques and mindfulness. I also use ancient yogic practices and approach healing considering your subtle body energy system if you are interested (e.g. chakra health, breathing techniques, movement, etc).
15 Years Experience
Online in Palm Desert, CA California (Online Only)
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Melissa Quinn Pollock
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
I am a private practice, Licensed Clinical Social Worker Southern California. I work with adults and couples seeking a trustworthy, quality, holistic mental health and relationship treatment perspective. My background and practice combine over a decade of academic and clinical training with my focus on collective justice and liberation. I work with folks who want to explore their experiences from larger frameworks and move beyond functionality into fulfillment.
13 Years Experience
Online in Palm Desert, CA California (Online Only)
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Barry Lipscomb
Hypnotherapist, CHT
You’re stuck. You know at your core that things could be better in your life but you just can’t make it happen. You’re a life-long learner and maybe even a spiritual seeker – reading Brene Brown, following Oprah, and listening to Adam Grant, Esther Perel, On Being and other podcasts. Yet you still feel stuck in some way. You know at some level that the power to heal lies within you. Answers are just under the surface. You are certain you could access healing and your own intuition if you could just quieten your mind, trust your gut, and hear your inner voice.
Using guided meditation and hypnotherapy, I help you access and utilize your own inner resources for healing and tap into your intuition and inner wisdom to find your path forward. I work with spiritual seekers just like you to get unstuck, transform what is holding you back and navigate a more fulfilling and productive life.
Contact me to schedule a complimentary 15-minute information session to learn more about Depth Hypnosis counseling sessions and how we can get you unstuck.
6 Years Experience
Online in Palm Desert, CA California
Somatic Therapy therapists in Palm Desert, California Statistics
Somatic Therapy therapists in Palm Desert, California average 13 years of experience and charge around $195 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (81%), Trauma and PTSD (77%), and Stress (66%).
Average years in practice
13 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$195
Accept insurance
25%
Offer sliding scale
63%
Gender ID
| 70% |
Female |
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| 18% |
Male |
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| 6% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 6% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 60% |
In Person and Online |
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| 40% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 81% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 77% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 66% | Stress |
| 61% | Depression |
| 56% | Self Esteem |
| 54% | Women's Issues |
| 51% | Loss or Grief |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 73% | Young Adult |
| 54% | Senior |
| 46% | Teen |
| 21% | Children |
Client Focus
| 68% | Women |
| 48% | LGBTQ+ |
| 35% | Men |
| 32% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 30% | Asian |