Laura Grossman Therapy
Somatic Therapy for Individuals & Couples in San Francisco & Berkeley, CA
Move beyond overthinking. Reconnect with your body, process emotions more deeply, and create lasting change.
Therapy in Berkeley & Online across San Francisco & California
WHAT IS SOMATIC THERAPY?
Somatic therapy is a body-based approach to healing that helps you tune into physical sensations, nervous system responses, and stored emotional experiences.
Instead of only talking about what’s happening, we also notice:
Where emotions show up in your body
Patterns of tension, shutdown, or overwhelm
How your nervous system responds to stress
From there, we gently work to:
Release stored stress and trauma
Build a sense of safety in your body
Create more ease, clarity, and regulation
This is where deeper, lasting change often begins.
Hello, I’m Laura!
Hey there, I'm Laura Grossman. I'm a therapist who proudly identifies as queer. My passion lies in helping individuals and couples navigate life's ups and downs, especially those who identify as LGBTQ+, but I work with all sorts of people looking to bring more happiness and confidence into their lives and relationships.
My practice is grounded in compassion, respect, and a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by the LGBTQ+ community. I hold space for clients to navigate issues such as gender identity, sexual orientation, relationship dynamics, and self-acceptance. Through a collaborative and non-judgmental approach, I aim to empower my clients to cultivate self-awareness, resilience, and meaningful connections.
Our goal is empowering you – after all, you're the true expert on yourself and your aspirations. I believe in teamwork, commitment, and a safe space where we can all be open and genuine. Let's work hand in hand to embrace who you are now and who you're aiming to be, by traveling on a collaborative path towards a brighter, more fulfilled you.
WHAT SOMATIC THERAPY CAN HELP WITH
Somatic therapy is especially helpful if you’re experiencing:
Anxiety or chronic stress
Feeling stuck despite self-awareness
Emotional overwhelm or shutdown
Trauma or unresolved past experiences
Disconnection from your body or emotions
Relationship patterns that keep repeating
This work helps you feel more regulated, present, and in control—without forcing change.
WHAT SESSIONS FEEL LIKE
Therapy here isn’t just talking nonstop.
It might include:
Noticing subtle body sensations
Slowing down reactions in real time
Tracking emotional shifts as they happen
Learning how to regulate your nervous system
Many clients say:
“This feels different than any therapy I’ve tried before.”
Because it is.
WHY CLIENTS CHOOSE THIS APPROACh
✔ Body-based therapy for deeper, lasting change
✔ Trauma-informed and paced to your comfort
✔ Serving Berkeley and neighboring areas
✔ Virtual therapy for San Francisco & all of California
✔ Free consultation to make sure it’s the right fit
schedule a consultation
Kudos to you for taking the first steps! Schedule a complimentary 20-minute phone consultation to help determine if we’re a good fit. Let’s get started!
WHAT TO EXPECT in OUr CONSULTATION
Starting therapy shouldn’t feel like a leap into the unknown.
That’s why I offer a free 20-minute consultation where you can:
Share what’s bringing you in
Ask questions about somatic therapy
Get a feel for how I work
See if this feels like a good fit
No pressure—just a conversation.
You don’t have to stay stuck in the same patterns.
There’s a different way to work through what you’re feeling—
one that includes your body, not just your thoughts.
Let’s see if somatic therapy feels right for you.