Somatic
Therapy & Coaching
Welcome.
You are in the right place if…
You identify as a person who is highly sensitive or empathic, seeking peace, freedom and a way of living that is aligned with how you are wired as a human being.
You are seeking relief from anxiety, over-functioning, and exhaustion.
You are seeking relief from physical symptoms in the body, such as pain, digestive issues, skin rashes, sleep disruption, TMJ problems, chronic illness, autoimmune disease or syndromes that don’t seem to improve with traditional medical intervention.
You feel emotionally stuck or numb and want support processing your emotions.
You want help getting out of your head and into your self-trusting, intuitive guidance system.
I’m so glad you’re here.
I’m Lua Zawacki, Somatic Practitioner & Trauma Healing Specialist based in Tempe, Arizona.
I help women with highly sensitized nervous systems to heal from trauma and reconnect with their core selves, so they can lead peaceful, joyful and fulfilling lives.
My approach to therapy and coaching is body-centered, trauma-sensitive and informed by more than 10 years of experience.
My work is founded on the belief that the body is innately intelligent; grounded in the neuroscience of the autonomic nervous system; and uplifted in the perspective that every human being is meant to be at peace.
As a Somatic Practitioner,
I help you resource the intelligence of your body for healing and transformation.
I support you to regulate your autonomic nervous system so you can respond to life with more ease and enjoyment.
I support you to heal from trauma that may be getting in the way of you embodying the life you long to live.
I help you shift out of conditioned patterns of thought and behavior that are draining your life, and into new ways of being and doing that are centered on freedom and fulfillment.
I help you identify your body's unique cues and resource them to make more life-enhancing decisions.
I meet you where you are, as perfect and whole right now.
I hold space for you to process difficult emotions in a way that does not overwhelm your system.
I do not need to know about your past in order to be able to help you shift into new ways of being and doing that are more life enhancing for you today.
Jade
“If you feel burned out of traditional therapy and are desperate for a new approach, you need to work with her! In the few months I've spent with her, I've learned more about myself than years with other counselors/therapists.”
Gianna
“Before seeing Lua my nervous system was in constant fight or flight / freeze mode and I was experiencing extreme mental breakdowns, confusion, and thought that I had BPD. After working with Lua and understanding the nervous system, I was able to rewire myself and approach life with a completely new lens. I now feel so much more in control of my emotions, thoughts, and life. I feel a sense of safety and understanding of my body that I never felt before.”
My Areas of Specialty
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High Sensitization in the Nervous System
Anxiety, panic attacks, digestive issues, overstimulation, understimulation, compulsive behaviors.
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Chronic Illness & Medical Trauma
Physical symptoms, illness, syndromes & trauma from medical procedures.
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Relational Trauma & Wellness
Divorce, betrayal trauma, boundaries & right relationship with self and others.
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Core Self Connection
Self-trust, purpose, alignment, inner power & potential.
How We Can Work Together.
In-Person or by Zoom
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I offer Somatic Therapy in my Tempe, AZ office and virtually by Zoom. I specialize in Somatic Experiencing® and Somatic Touchwork for Trauma Healing. This type of therapy supports stabilization in the autonomic nervous system and the resolution of trauma in the body. It is past/present focused.
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I offer Somatic Coaching in my Tempe, AZ office and virtually by Zoom. I specialize in Somatic Soul Coaching™ which resources the intelligence of the body and rewires your autonomic nervous system to align your life with your Core Self and achieve specific goals on that journey. It is future/present focused.
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I offer mentorship services to healing professionals looking to begin or expand their private practice. I share business, financial, technical and other resources to help you on your path towards operating a successful practice from the inside out.
rewire
heal
find peace.
Begin your healing journey today.
Marci
“I have found Somatic Therapy, specifically with Lua, an answer in my quest for healing. It is propelling me forward to my goals of health more deeply and more quickly than three years of talk therapy. I have such high respect and admiration for Lua. I have never experienced inner work that has been so helpful.”
EL
“When traditional therapy failed, I knew I needed a change. I was initially unsure, but after 2-3 sessions with Lua, I noticed a shift. I felt more at ease, and I wasn't fixated on the past.
Lua has been pivotal in my growth and healing. She truly listens, creating an environment of growth and lasting change. Lua is not just a therapist; she's a life-changer. Thank you, Lua!”
You are meant to be at peace.
Frequently Asked Questions
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No, unfortunately I do not accept insurance. Contact me to learn about how to use your HSA account to pay for sessions.
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$185 // 60-Minute Session
$275 // 90-Minute Session
Most people do best with 60-Minute Sessions.
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//Therapeutic Clients //
I offer packages and discounts to existing clients from time to time, once the therapeutic relationship has been established. I do not generally offer packages with new clients because it's important to me that you feel safe and held and that our therapeutic relationship is a good fit before committing to a certain number of sessions together.
//Coaching Clients //
Yes, I offer packages for clients who are seeking a very specific goal in the coaching realm. If at any point, however, I feel a therapeutic approach is needed in order for you to achieve your goals, I will be transparent about this and the package may need to be modified at that point to best serve your needs.
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Ultimately the impact of the work depends on many factors, including how your autonomic nervous system is organized; your health and trauma history; the external circumstances of your life; etc.
After 2-3 sessions, I generally have a good idea about the trajectory of our work together and what you might expect in terms of timing of progress and frequency of sessions.
Most people feel some relief after one session and typically begin to feel a little bit like a different person in about 3-4 months time. Again, this is a generalization based on group data and may or may not apply to you as an individual. If I feel you may be on a different timeline than this, I will be transparent about this in the first 2-3 sessions.
