Soma Heart and Mind Therapy

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Nayeli Corona-Zitney LCSW, PMH-C LCSW #69624 Certified in EMDR & Perinatal Mental Health, Somatic Experiencing Practitioner level II in Training.

Sometimes emotions show up in ways that are hard to explain. You might feel something in your body, a heaviness, a tight...
04/16/2026

Sometimes emotions show up in ways that are hard to explain. You might feel something in your body, a heaviness, a tightness, a sense of overwhelm, without fully understanding where it’s coming from. Before we had words, we learned about connection through tone, expression, and movement, and those early experiences continue to shape how we feel safe and relate to others over time.

Research suggests that our nervous system processes these experiences through the body, helping us sense and respond to others in ways that aren’t always conscious (Ferrari & Rizzolatti, 2014; Gallese, 2009). So when something doesn’t make sense in your mind, it doesn’t mean it isn’t valid.

In therapy, we can gently explore what your body might be holding, at your own pace, in a way that feels safe and supportive. Healing isn’t something we rush, it unfolds when you feel ready. 🤍

You can learn more through the link in my bio.

Sometimes emotions show up in ways that are hard to explain. You might feel something in your body, a heaviness, a tight...
04/16/2026

Sometimes emotions show up in ways that are hard to explain. You might feel something in your body, a heaviness, a tightness, a sense of overwhelm, without fully understanding where it’s coming from. Before we had words, we learned about connection through tone, expression, and movement, and those early experiences continue to shape how we feel safe and relate to others over time.

Research suggests that our nervous system processes these experiences through the body, helping us sense and respond to others in ways that aren’t always conscious (Ferrari & Rizzolatti, 2014; Gallese, 2009). So when something doesn’t make sense in your mind, it doesn’t mean it isn’t valid.

In therapy, we can gently explore what your body might be holding, at your own pace, in a way that feels safe and supportive. Healing isn’t something we rush, it unfolds when you feel ready. 🤍

You can learn more through the link in my bio.

There are instances in therapy where cognitive understanding is present, yet physiological activation remains.Trauma is ...
04/14/2026

There are instances in therapy where cognitive understanding is present, yet physiological activation remains.

Trauma is not only encoded as narrative memory, but also within the nervous system through sensations, emotional responses, and implicit patterns of protection. When the body is not included in the therapeutic process, these biological imprints can continue to interfere with integration and long-term resolution.

Integrating EMDR and somatic therapy allows for a more comprehensive approach, one that supports both the reprocessing of distressing experiences and the gradual increase of tolerance for internal sensations and emotions. As this capacity expands, the intensity associated with traumatic material can decrease, while the ability to respond with greater regulation and flexibility increases.

If you’ve experienced insight without full resolution, it may be an indication that the body is still holding what has not yet been processed. 🤍

Link in bio to learn more.

Sometimes what you’re feeling doesn’t fully make sense.You might notice a sensation in your body, a strong emotion, or a...
04/10/2026

Sometimes what you’re feeling doesn’t fully make sense.

You might notice a sensation in your body, a strong emotion, or a reaction that feels out of proportion… and not know why.

In my work, we gently begin to understand these experiences, not by rushing to explain them, but by noticing how they move through the body, emotions, and nervous system.

Many of these responses are not random. They are patterns your system learned over time to protect you.

When we slow down and bring awareness to them, something begins to shift.

If this resonates, this is the kind of work we can explore together. 🤍
Link in bio to learn more.

There are moments in therapy when someone gently asks,“Why do I keep feeling this way in my relationships?”And often, th...
04/07/2026

There are moments in therapy when someone gently asks,
“Why do I keep feeling this way in my relationships?”

And often, the answer isn’t only in the present.

So much of how we connect, how safe we feel, how we seek closeness, how we protect ourselves, has roots in early attachment experiences. Not as something fixed, but as something your nervous system learned over time.

In my work, we come back to this with compassion. Many of these patterns were once ways your system kept you safe.

Healing becomes less about changing who you are and more about reconnecting with yourself in a new way.

If this resonates, this is a beautiful place to begin. 🤍

Motherhood didn’t break your relationship.The layers of stress, exhaustion, and nervous system overload that come with i...
04/02/2026

Motherhood didn’t break your relationship.

The layers of stress, exhaustion, and nervous system overload that come with it can slowly create distance, not because love is gone, but because so much is being held at once.

Exhaustion, unmet needs, and the invisible mental load can strain even strong relationships in ways that are often misunderstood or unspoken. 🤍

Support is available.
Schedule a free 15-minute consultation to explore next steps toward clarity and steadiness.
Link in bio.

We’re already a few months into the year. Maybe you’ve been strong, productive, holding it together, while quietly carry...
03/26/2026

We’re already a few months into the year. Maybe you’ve been strong, productive, holding it together, while quietly carrying more than anyone sees. Before you focus on what’s next, pause and notice your body. When does it tighten? When does it soften? What have you been managing alone?

Sometimes the most honest check-in isn’t about goals, it’s about recognizing where you need support. Awareness can feel tender, but it creates choice. And you don’t have to carry everything by yourself. 🤍

Sometimes when someone reaches out about therapy, I can feel the hesitation underneath their words.There’s a quiet worry...
03/19/2026

Sometimes when someone reaches out about therapy, I can feel the hesitation underneath their words.

There’s a quiet worry that they’ll be asked to go somewhere they’re not ready to go… or that their reactions will be judged instead of understood.

I want you to know that your nervous system has been doing its best to protect you. In our work, we honor that. We move gently. We pay attention to your pace. We build steadiness together before we go anywhere tender.

Healing isn’t something we push. It unfolds when you feel safe enough to let it.

If you’ve been unsure about starting because you’re afraid it might feel overwhelming, I see that. And there is another way to do this. 🤍

You can learn more through the link in my bio.

Many people are curious about EMDR but also unsure what to expect.One of the most common fears I hear is, “Will I have t...
03/17/2026

Many people are curious about EMDR but also unsure what to expect.
One of the most common fears I hear is, “Will I have to relive everything?”

In Somatic EMDR, we don’t force the nervous system to move faster than it’s ready. We build safety first. We track the body. We pause when needed.

The goal isn’t to overwhelm you with the past. It’s to help your brain and body update experiences that still feel stuck.

At Some Heart & Mind, this work is relational. It’s paced. It honors both your story and your physiology.

If you’ve been carrying something that still feels activated in your system, this approach may offer a gentle way forward. You can learn more through the link in my bio. 🌿

Over the years, I’ve sat with so many people who quietly carry shame about the way they attach. They tell me they’re “to...
03/12/2026

Over the years, I’ve sat with so many people who quietly carry shame about the way they attach. They tell me they’re “too much,” or “too distant,” or that something must be wrong with them because relationships feel harder than they should.

What I gently remind them is this: your attachment style is not a character flaw. It’s something your nervous system learned early on, in response to the environment you grew up in. At one time, it helped you survive.

When we begin to see these patterns through compassion instead of criticism, something shifts. We soften. We get curious. And from that place, real change becomes possible.

Secure attachment isn’t about being perfect in relationships. It’s about becoming more aware, more flexible, and more able to repair when we miss each other.

If you’re recognizing parts of yourself in this post, you’re not broken. You’re human. And you don’t have to navigate these patterns alone. You can learn more or schedule a consultation through the link in my bio. 🤍
(Teachings inspired by Dr. Diane Poole Heller, PhD.)

Many people sit in my office and quietly ask, “Why do I keep reacting this way?”Often, what we’re responding to isn’t ju...
03/10/2026

Many people sit in my office and quietly ask, “Why do I keep reacting this way?”
Often, what we’re responding to isn’t just the present moment. It’s an old relational blueprint, formed early, shaped by experiences of connection, inconsistency, comfort, or fear, still guiding the nervous system.

These patterns aren’t random. They once helped us adapt, but when we bring them into awareness, something powerful happens. We gain choice. The brain is capable of updating old relational templates. We don’t erase the past, we expand beyond it.

Secure attachment isn’t reserved for the lucky few. It can be cultivated, gently and intentionally.
If this resonates, pause before judging yourself. Awareness is already movement.

If you’d like support exploring your relational patterns, you can learn more or schedule a consultation through the link in my bio. 🌿

(Concepts inspired by Dr. Diane Poole Heller, PhD.)

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