Somatic Therapy Blog
Real talk on trauma, anxiety, grief, and what it actually takes to heal.
This blog is written by Ethany Michaud, LCSW, a certified Brainspotting practitioner and somatic therapist in Indianapolis, Indiana. Every post is written to give you something useful: a framework for understanding what's happening in your nervous system, language for things you've felt but never had words for, or a reason to finally reach out.
If something lands for you, you're welcome to book a free 15-minute consultation. That's what it's here for.
Brainspotting vs EMDR: What's the Difference and how do you choose?
Both Brainspotting and EMDR go deeper than talk therapy — but they work differently. Here's an honest comparison from an Indianapolis therapist who's tried both sides of the chair.
A Therapist's Plain-Language Guide to C-PTSD and Complex Trauma
If PTSD didn't quite explain how you feel, C-PTSD might. Learn what Complex PTSD is, how it shows up in adults, and why it's so often missed — from an Indianapolis trauma therapist who specializes in it.
The Kind of Anxiety Nobody Sees Coming: High-Functioning Anxiety
You show up, meet deadlines, and hold it all together. But on the inside, the noise never stops. Here's what high-functioning anxiety really looks like — and why functioning isn't the same as thriving.
8 Signs Your Nervous System Is Stuck in Survival Mode
Your body is bracing. Your mind won't stop scanning. Rest doesn't restore you. These 8 signs mean your nervous system might be stuck in survival mode — and here's what to do about it.
Why Healing Sometimes Has to Happen in the Body: Somatic Therapy Explained
You can know you're safe and still feel terrified. That's because trauma isn't just a thought — it lives in your body. Here's what somatic therapy actually does, and why it works when talk therapy hasn't.