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Somatic Anam Cara Therapy Center Services in Berkeley, CA
Anam Cara Therapy Center has been dedicated to transforming lives through somatic psychotherapy for over two decades. Founded on the principles of mind-body integration, our practice emphasizes the reciprocal relationship between physical sensations and emotional well-being. Our approach, rooted in Psycho-Physical Therapy and informed by intersubjectivity and adult attachment theory, helps clients uncover subconscious beliefs that shape their lives. With expertise in trauma resolution and a commitment to multicultural and LGBTQ+ inclusive care, we guide individuals, couples, and families toward greater self-awareness and authentic living.Our founder, Marenka Cerny, brings 23 years of clinical experience, complemented by a background in therapeutic massage and somatic education. We prioritize personalized care, offering a complimentary half-hour consultation to begin each client's journey. Our practice reflects decades of study, including foundational work with renowned somatic therapist Bill Bowen, and ongoing contributions to holistic psychology literature.
Services
Somatic Psychotherapy
Individual Therapy
Couples Counseling
Family Therapy
Trauma Resolution
Highlights and features
- 23 years of specialized experience in somatic psychotherapy
- Founder trained directly under somatic therapy pioneer Bill Bowen
- Integrates trauma resolution and adult attachment theory
- LGBTQ+-friendly and multicultural practice
- Complimentary initial consultation for all new clients
Services
Somatic Anam Cara Therapy Center
Our somatic psychotherapy integrates physical awareness with emotional healing to address subconscious patterns. This approach helps clients identify and transform limiting beliefs through mindful exploration of bodily sensations. By focusing on the mind-body connection, we facilitate lasting change in emotional regulation and behavioral patterns.
Couples Counseling
Couples counseling focuses on improving communication and emotional connection through somatic awareness techniques. We help partners develop greater understanding of each other's physical and emotional responses. This approach fosters deeper intimacy and more effective conflict resolution strategies tailored to each relationship's unique dynamics.
Trauma Resolution
Trauma resolution services use somatic techniques to process and integrate traumatic experiences. We help clients develop body awareness to regulate nervous system responses and rebuild safety. This approach addresses both recent and long-standing trauma through gentle, embodied healing practices that restore emotional balance and resilience.
People
Marenka Cerny
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Marenka Cerny is a licensed somatic psychotherapist with 23 years of clinical experience. She trained under somatic therapy pioneer Bill Bowen and holds a Master's in somatic psychology. Her practice integrates body-mind techniques with contemporary psychological theory to support holistic healing and personal transformation.
Questions
What is somatic psychotherapy and how does it work?
Somatic psychotherapy integrates mind-body techniques to address emotional issues through physical awareness. We help clients identify subconscious patterns by exploring bodily sensations and movement.
Do you work with both individuals and couples?
Yes, we provide therapy for individuals, couples, and families using somatic approaches tailored to each client's unique needs and relationship dynamics.
What experience does the therapist have?
Marenka Cerny has 23 years of clinical experience, specialized training in Psycho-Physical Therapy, and a background in therapeutic massage and somatic education spanning 25 years.
Are sessions covered by insurance?
We operate as an out-of-network provider. Clients should verify their mental health benefits with their insurance carrier for potential reimbursement options.
What makes your approach different from traditional therapy?
Our practice uniquely combines somatic awareness techniques with psychological theory, focusing on physical sensations as a pathway to emotional healing and self-discovery.
Reviews (1)
Athena Catz
Aug 12, 2021
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Terrible experience with this so called therapist. Completely unprofessional, inappropriate, dishonest, uncaring and really messed me up way more than she ever helped me. She makes false promises and she has even admitted she’s acted in a potentially unethical way. She is extremely codependent and messed me up a lot with my own codependency issues. I've had to spend years working through the damage she caused me. Also, about 30-40% of each session I had with her she was justtalking about herself and her own problems. I seriously know more about her than most of my friends and family. Please
