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Somatic Therapy vs Talk Therapy

Somatic Therapy vs Talk Therapy: Which Heals Trauma Faster?

TraumaBy Stephen A. Luther, MSEd, MEd, LPC, Owner and CEOAugust 25, 2025

Have you ever noticed that even after talking through your trauma, your body still holds tension? That’s because trauma affects both the mind and body. This is where the debate of somatic therapy vs talk therapy for trauma comes in, and why therapists often recommend blending approaches like CBT, EMDR, and somatic healing together.

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