EMBODY FIRST

Somatic Nervous System Healing, Breathwork & Integrative Coaching for Mothers at Every Stage of Motherhood
Integrative Somatic Session
Body-led holistic care for moms
Service Description
Integrative Somatic Session 50–60 minutes | In-person, individual A science-informed, body-first approach to working with stress, trauma, and overwhelm — through your nervous system, in real time. What this is Somatic care works with the body as the primary pathway for processing stress, emotion, and lived experience. Rather than talking about what you're carrying, we work with what your body is holding — using sensation, breath, movement, and presence to support genuine regulation and healing from the inside out. Each session is personalized in real time based on what your system is holding and what it needs most. Who it's for This session is for anyone experiencing a disruption in the body-mind's capacity to adapt, thrive, and flourish. You may be noticing: Physical signs like tension, headaches, digestive issues, shallow breath, or chronic pain. Emotional signs like anxiety, overwhelm, numbness, anger, shame, or difficulty feeling comforted. Psychological signs like dissociation, rumination, low self-worth, depression, or memory challenges. Relational signs like isolation, loneliness, or patterns that keep repeating in your relationships. You don't need a diagnosis or a clear story — just a sense that something in your body or nervous system needs support. What to expect You'll be gently guided to notice and track body sensations, explore the connection between physical responses and emotional experiences, and engage in practices such as breathwork, grounding, movement, and resourcing. Techniques like pendulation and titration support safe emotional processing — without overwhelm. Sessions close with integration time. What you'll walk away with Greater awareness of your stress patterns and how they live in your body. Practical tools to use in daily life. A felt sense of calm, clarity, and grounded presence — and over time, a restored relationship to yourself and the world around you. Why ongoing care matters The nervous system learns through repetition. Consistent sessions help reinforce new patterns of regulation, increase your capacity for stress, and build the kind of resilience that lasts. Whether you're navigating something acute or building long-term emotional strength, regular sessions give your system something it can rely on. Please answer all intake questions when booking so I can meet you where you are.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation, Refund & Rescheduling All bookings are final and non-refundable. You may reschedule with 24 hours’ notice, or request a credit in special circumstances. All client information remains confidential. Liability Waiver By registering, you acknowledge that Embody First and Elizabeth Ashley Drake provide educational somatic and breathwork services. Our services are not a substitution for medical care, diagnosis, or treatment. Somatic therapy is in addition to medical care. By participating, you agree to assume full responsibility for your own health and well-being (and that of any minor child you register). You agree to release and hold harmless Embody First, its facilitators, and affiliates from any and all liability, including injury, complications, or death, and waive any right to pursue claims on your behalf or on behalf of anyone associated with you. Contraindications & Safety Notice Certain conditions are not compatible with 9D Breathwork or specific somatic modalities, including but not limited to: Pregnancy Severe heart or lung conditions Epilepsy or seizure disorders Unmanaged high blood pressure Recent major surgery Severe psychiatric conditions (psychosis, schizophrenia, etc.) Any condition where strong breathwork is not medically advised If you have any of the above conditions, please do not register for 9D Breathwork. Safer alternatives—gentle somatic sessions, regulated breathwork, or guided meditation—are available. Please schedule a clarity call to determine the best fit. By registering for any session or event, you confirm that you have read and agree to all terms above and will complete the full waiver at checkout.