Somatic Therapy in Los Angeles

For sensitive, soulful seekers and disruptors craving a more harmonious & aligned life.

You've reached a threshold you can't think your way across.

– You’ve built a life that looks right from the outside, but feels like something is missing on the inside
– Your body is braced for impact, holding the past, present, and future together
– You long for depth, intimacy, and aliveness, but pull away when it gets close
– You feel everything, you’ve been called too sensitive, so you numb or monitor yourself

These are not symptoms. They're your body's wisdom — an invitation across the threshold.

SOMATIC THERAPY

Hi, I’m Megan Shaina Bakva.

Somatic Psychotherapist · Breath + Sound Facilitator · Writer · Los Angeles, CA

I once moved through life with urgency and vigilance, braced and breathless as I shifted into the shapes each relationship or job asked of me. Through somatic therapy, what was once vigilant monitoring became a steady, kind presence and what was once braced became fluid. I learned to not only hold, but belong to myself. 

If you are sensitive, soulful, a seeker or a disruptor – if you are craving a more harmonious, grounded, and aligned life – I'm honored to walk side-by-side with you, bearing compassionate witness to your being and your becoming.

ABOUT ME

  • "Elegantly distills wisdom into language that I can feel in my body and heart."

    –Client

  • "Creative, intuitive, and compassionate therapist. Her holistic approach allows for deep and significant healing."

    —Colleague

  • "Extremely helpful to me in working through my trauma. So easy to talk to, so patient and present."

    —Client

  • "Megan's compassion, kindness, and therapeutic skill make me feel reassured and confident with referring clients to her for collaborative care."

    –Collaborative Care Doctor

  • "I feel so seen, heard, and cared for. She is direct but gentle and is able to challenge my thoughts in the most helpful ways."

    -Client

On the threshold?

I offer a free mini-session – a 15 minute phone or video call – to connect, ask questions, and experience my offerings. If it feels aligned, we’ll go over next steps and book your first session through my client portal. I’m looking forward to connecting with and supporting you.

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