Somatization is when a person’s mental health is at a low point, and they begin to feel their emotional pain physically. Somatization can look like frequent headaches, stomachaches, weight loss, weight gain, or fatigue.
Somatization is when a person’s mental health is at a low point, and they begin to feel their emotional pain physically. Somatization can look like frequent headaches, stomachaches, weight loss, weight gain, or fatigue. The physical symptoms are not only uncomfortable but can be frustrating, without any medical respite.
Therapists for somatization help clients identify when mental health symptoms appear as physical manifestations. They encourage clients to explore how their bodies feel through mindfulness and relaxation techniques. In therapy for somatization, clients openly talk about their thoughts and feelings with their therapists, processing through emotional pain or difficult thoughts.
Find vetted therapists in Portland who specialize in somatization below. Visit each provider profile to watch introductory videos and book a free call to find a good fit!
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91% Anxiety
82% Depression
61% Trauma
57% Relationship issues
53% Life transitions
51% Stress management
47% ADHD
46% Loss, grief, and bereavement
64% Aetna
54% Cigna
50% United Healthcare