​Soma is an ancient Greek word that relates to the body. Through somatic practices we understand and work with emotions as they live in the body as well as engage the body in healing efforts. These practices can be particularly helpful for people dealing with depression, anxiety , grief or trauma. By connecting with the body we are able to tap into its innate wisdom and our soul's connection to the Earth and the Cosmos.

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Areas of Focus

Populations served 

Abuse
​Anxiety
Borderline Personality
Bipolar 
Depression
Divorce
Domestic Violence
Family Conflict
Gender & Sexuality
Grief
​Panic Attacks
Parenting

​Peer Relationships
​School/Work Issues
Self Esteem
Self-Harm
Sleep & Insomnia
Spirituality
Stress
Suicidal Ideation
Trauma and PTSD

• ​Activists and Care Takers 
• Families of Loved Ones with Severe Mental Illness
• High-achievers
• LGBTQ+
• People-pleasures
• Pre & Post Residential Treatment Planning and Support

More on my background and how I work here.

Kara Petersen, LMFT (she/her)​​
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist #145462
5565 Carpinteria Avenue, Carpinteria, CA 93013
[email protected]
(805) 707-2074​

​"Speaking and listening are a form of psychic breathing."                                                                           -​Carol Gilligan