somatic therapy for trauma in portland, me
gentle, steady, ease-ful therapy for trauma that goes beyond talk therapy
Seeking therapy for trauma?
You may be feeling…
Exhausted in a way sleep doesn't fix
Disconnected — from your body, your feelings, your life
Constantly braced, waiting for something to go wrong
Emotions that feel too big or completely out of reach
Rage fits that break out of nowhere
Unyielding yearning for meaningful relationships, and intense fear of them
A quiet but persistent feeling that something is wrong with you — despite many ongoing efforts to feel “normal”
You've been living in survival mode. You don't have to stay there.
what is trauma?
Trauma is too much or too little of something for too long.
Stress can be acute and temporary. Burnout is what happens when stress becomes chronic — when your nervous system has been activated for too long without adequate recovery.
Over time, this can look like:
Emotional exhaustion
Cynicism or detachment
Reduced sense of effectiveness
Brain fog and poor concentration
Increased anxiety or depressive symptoms
Sleep disruption
Physical tension and fatigue
Burnout is not a personal failure. It is often the predictable outcome of sustained over-responsibility, perfectionism, caregiving, high achievement, or working within systems that demand more than they give.
a whole-system approach to burnout
what begins to shift
Burnout recovery isn’t about quitting your job tomorrow (unless that’s truly aligned). It’s about restoring capacity.
In therapy, many clients begin to notice:
More consistent energy
Greater emotional range
Clearer boundaries
Reduced guilt when resting
Less urgency and reactivity
Improved sleep
Increased clarity about next steps
Rather than forcing drastic change, we identify small, sustainable adjustments that reduce strain and increase resilience.
Your exhaustion isn’t just psychological.
Chronic stress affects cortisol rhythms, sleep quality, digestion, hormonal balance, and nervous system regulation. When your system has been in fight-or-flight for long enough, it may shift toward shutdown.
In my work, we consider:
Stress load
Sleep patterns
Work and relational dynamics
Overfunctioning and people-pleasing patterns
Nervous system activation and collapse cycles
When appropriate, I collaborate with medical providers to rule out or understand physiological contributors. But often, meaningful shifts begin simply by changing how your nervous system relates to stress.
therapy with bekah might be for you if:
You’re exhausted but unsure what needs to change
You suspect your patterns contribute to your depletion
You’re open to examining boundaries and responsibility
You want sustainable change, not quick fixes
If you’re looking only for productivity strategies or performance optimization, this approach may not feel aligned. The focus here is restoration and regulation.
frequently asked questions about burnout therapy in portland, me
Is burnout the same as depression?
Burnout and depression can overlap, but burnout is typically tied to chronic stress and overextension. In therapy, we assess carefully to understand what’s present and respond appropriately.
Do I have to quit my job?
Not necessarily. Many people recover from burnout without changing jobs. The first step is stabilizing your nervous system and clarifying your options.
Can burnout affect hormones?
Chronic stress can influence cortisol and other physiological systems. When appropriate, collaboration with medical providers may be helpful.
How long does burnout recovery take?
It varies. Many people begin noticing shifts in regulation and clarity within the first few months of consistent work. Sustainable recovery takes time, but it does not require dramatic upheaval.
Do you offer burnout therapy virtually?
Yes. I offer virtual sessions throughout Maine with occasional in-person offerings.
Is this therapy or coaching?
Therapy with bekah is a licensed clinical mental health counselor and this service is therapy.
Here’s how to start therapy for burnout:
📱step one:
book a free consult
Book a free consultation call using this link, or click any of the "Book Now" buttons throughout the site. I'll gather a few details from you, and we'll schedule a time to connect — get to know each other, answer any questions you have, and see if somatic therapy with bekah is the right fit for you.
Ready to recover from burnout?
You don’t have to keep running on empty.
Burnout therapy offers a steady, structured path toward restoring energy, boundaries, and clarity — without burning your life down in the process.
Schedule a free consultation for burnout therapy in Portland, ME.
🧘♂️step three:
practice = progress
Every time we meet, we’ll practice together — whether that’s mindfulness or a somatic skill, and we’ll gently approach whatever feeling and story you’re holding. We build a relationship, and you build a relationship with yourself. Practice happens in session, and at home.
📆 step two:
schedule the first session
If we decide we're a good fit, we'll schedule your first session right then and there. I'll send you an invite to the client portal, you'll fill out a few minutes' worth of forms, and that's it — you're in.
