SomaRestore - Perth

Discover Your Embodied Self: A Journey toward Somatic Restoration After a busy Christmas, it's time to cultivate a deeper sense of presence, freedom, and self care. Join Jess at SomaRestore, where the offering of a unique 90min workshop in somatic dance movement group therapy designed to guide you through a profound experience of self-discovery and holistic well-being. In this supportive and nurturing environment, you'll learn to listen to your body's subtle cues, release held patterns, and move into a more authentic and vibrant way of being. Connect with your inner rhythms, expressing your truth, and finding deep restoration through mindful movement.

What to Expect in This Two Hour Journey: Root & Release – Grounding in the Present Begin by gently arriving in your body, cultivating breath awareness, and discovering subtle ways to release accumulated tension. This part focuses on establishing a foundation of safety and presence, helping you to feel anchored and at ease in yourself. Flow & Form – Cultivating Embodied Expressiveness Building on your groundedness, this part invites fluid movement and personal expression. You'll explore your unique inner impulses, allowing your body to move authentically and freely, fostering a deeper connection to your creative and expressive self. Connection & Resilience – Moving with Support The final part explores themes of connection – with your inner resources, join others in shared space, and with the inherent resilience of your being. Through gentle exploration of support and belonging, you'll strengthen your capacity for adaptability and sustained well-being. Who is this for? This SomaRestore group is ideal for anyone seeking: Stress reduction and somatic release Greater body awareness and presence A deeper connection between mind and body Support in processing emotions in a group environment Enhanced creativity and self-expression A nurturing space for personal growth and healing

FAQS No prior dance experience or specific fitness level is required. Doors open at 1pm and close at 3pm. All bodies are welcome. Wheelchair accessible. All identities and orientations are welcome. Bring your curiosity and a willingness to explore.

More about Jess Jess has been working in the field since 2024, between Melbourne and Brisbane. She brings a wealth of knowledge in dance movement therapy (DMT) in both group therapy and client sessions rooted in Laban/Bartenieff principles, heavily informed through the polyvagal theory. Jess has experience working with mental health, chronic pain, silent disability and neurodiversity. She is an active member of the queer and polyamory communities. Jess is a registered dance psychotherapist with the Dance Therapy Association of Australiasia (DTAA) and carries a post-graduate degree in SDMT.

More Questions? Contact Jess 0418 873 430 (due to the nature of this platform, an enquiry from here may not guarantee a return email)