Embodiment for Therapists
Therapists are trained to think, conceptualize, and interpret, yet one of our most powerful clinical tools is our own embodied presence. This one-hour talk introduces embodiment as both a personal practice and a clinical capacity. Participants will explore why somatic awareness matters in therapy and how subtle shifts in a therapist’s nervous system can influence attunement and regulation in session. Grounded in attachment theory, interpersonal neurobiology, and trauma-informed practice, this session offers a practical framework and a few accessible practices therapists can begin experimenting with in their clinical work.
When:
12–1pm • Monday, March 30, 2026
Where:
Virtually via Zoom (ticket holders will receive the link ahead of the event)
Bonus:
All ticket holders will receive a recording of the talk
This event is a fundraiser. All proceeds from ticket sales help fund our Community Support Program, which provides 1-1 mental health services for people who are having difficulty covering the cost of therapy. You will receive a charitable receipt for all ticket purchases and donations.
Who is this talk for
• Psychologists, psychotherapists, and social workers
• Graduate students and practicum trainees
• Clinicians working with trauma, attachment, and relational complexity
• Therapists experiencing burnout, disconnection, or over-reliance on cognitive strategies
Presenter
Dr. Carol-Anne Hendry, PhD, C. Psych. Dr. Carol-Anne Hendry is a clinical psychologist and Co-Director of Solasta Psychological Services in Ontario. She works with children, adolescents, and adults from an attachment-based, experiential, and trauma-informed perspective. Dr. Hendry supervises graduate trainees and early-career clinicians and teaches at the University of Guelph and the University of Guelph-Humber. She is passionate about integrating interpersonal neurobiology, somatic awareness, and relational depth into both clinical practice and therapist development.