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Transformative Somatic Therapy Services in Grand Rapids
Body & Soul Somatic Therapy has been dedicated to holistic healing since 1999, founded by Ken Porter, a Certified Hakomi Therapist and Licensed Massage Therapist. Our practice integrates mind-body awareness to address emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual healing through personalized somatic therapy. We specialize in Hakomi Therapy and Transformational Bodywork, combining techniques like Non-Violent Communication, CranioSacral Therapy, and Myofascial Release to help clients overcome limiting patterns.

With over two decades of experience, we prioritize safety, boundary-setting, and emotional regulation while fostering self-discovery and authentic living. Our approach honors each client's unique journey, emphasizing the body's innate intelligence to guide healing. Located in Grand Rapids, Michigan, we serve individuals seeking transformative growth through body-centered practices.
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Somatic Therapy Hakomi Therapy Transformational Bodywork CranioSacral Therapy Myofascial Release
Details
  • Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
  • We offer over 25 years of experience in somatic therapy since 1999.
  • Our approach integrates multiple certified modalities for comprehensive healing.
  • We prioritize client safety and emotional regulation in all sessions.
  • Our founder is a Certified Hakomi Therapist and Licensed Massage Therapist.
  • We provide personalized sessions tailored to individual healing journeys.
What people say
Safe and supportive space Compassionate and patient Reconnect mind and body Achieve lasting fulfillment Transform limiting patterns
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Somatic Therapy
Somatic Therapy integrates mind-body awareness to address emotional, mental, and physical healing. This approach helps clients release stored tension and transform limiting patterns through conscious body connection. Ideal for individuals seeking holistic healing from chronic pain, anxiety, or relationship challenges.
Hakomi Therapy
Hakomi Therapy combines mindfulness and body awareness to uncover unconscious beliefs shaping behavior. Practitioners use gentle touch and guided exploration to facilitate self-discovery and emotional healing. Effective for clients wanting to break cycles of self-sabotage and cultivate self-acceptance.
Transformational Bodywork
Transformational Bodywork merges massage therapy with somatic psychology to release physical and emotional blockages. This modality addresses both muscular tension and underlying emotional patterns contributing to discomfort. Beneficial for those experiencing stress-related pain or seeking deeper body-mind integration.
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Ken Porter
Certified Hakomi Therapist
Ken Porter is a Certified Hakomi Therapist and Licensed Massage Therapist with over 25 years of experience in somatic healing. He trained at the Hakomi Institute in Chicago and Kalamazoo Center for the Healing Arts. His practice integrates multiple modalities to support clients' unique healing journeys.
Questions
What types of therapy do you offer?
We specialize in Hakomi Therapy and Transformational Bodywork, integrating somatic psychology with body awareness techniques for holistic healing.
Are sessions covered by insurance?
We do not bill insurance directly, but may provide documentation for potential out-of-network reimbursement depending on your provider.
How long are therapy sessions?
Initial sessions last 90 minutes, with follow-up sessions available in 60 or 90-minute durations to accommodate client needs.
What should I expect in a first session?
The first session includes discussing personal history and therapy goals, followed by a guided somatic experience to begin the healing process.
Do you offer virtual sessions?
Currently, all sessions are conducted in-person at our Grand Rapids location to maintain the hands-on nature of somatic therapy.