Transcend Inherited Trauma Using Somatic Practices

Have you ever felt emotions arise that don’t seem to belong to you — grief, fear, anxiety, or even physical tension that seems to come from nowhere?

Sometimes what we carry isn’t only our own. The body holds not just personal experiences, but echoes of those who came before us — stories of hardship, survival, and unspoken grief that live on as nervous system patterns and somatic imprints.

This event offers an invitation: to step into a space of quiet listening, embodied awareness, and compassionate release. It’s about reconnecting with your lineage, not just to uncover what hurts, but to remember the strength and wisdom held within it.

Why Attend “Transcend Inherited Trauma Using Somatic Practices”

If you’ve felt overwhelmed without knowing why, or stuck in emotional loops that seem to have no origin, you may be experiencing the subtle residue of inherited trauma.

Intergenerational wounding can manifest as chronic tension, unexplained emotional heaviness, or a persistent sense of not fully belonging. It may show up in the ways we relate to our bodies, our loved ones, and ourselves.

You are not broken — your body has simply been carrying too much, for too long.

Through the gentle and profound practices of somatic awareness, you can begin to unravel these patterns. This is a path not of fixing, but of remembering who you are beneath the weight of what’s been inherited.

What You’ll Learn During “Transcend Inherited Trauma Using Somatic Practices”

In this experiential hour, somatic trauma psychotherapist Manuela Mischke-Reeds will guide you into deeper connection with your body and the ancestral stories it holds. You’ll explore practical somatic tools for calming overwhelm, cultivating resilience, and releasing inherited emotional burdens — all through a body-centered lens.

You’ll also be introduced to Manuela’s “Body Mapping and Ancestral Listening” practice, an integrative ritual that gently reveals how your ancestors’ experiences may still live in your posture, breath, and nervous system.

This work supports post-traumatic growth by honoring your lineage and consciously choosing how its legacy continues through you — transforming inherited pain into presence, power, and purpose.

You’ll walk away with grounded practices and profound insights, including:

• Tools to regulate your nervous system and soothe stress responses, especially in overwhelming moments
• A gentle process to release inherited trauma patterns stored in your body
• Guided movement and somatic inquiry to uncover intergenerational imprints
• Practices to deepen your sense of safety, self-agency, and embodiment
• Ancestral reconnection rituals that help you receive the gifts of your lineage
• Insights into post-traumatic growth as a spiritual and embodied journey
• Empowerment to reshape your story with clarity, resilience, and compassion

About Your Teacher – Manuela Mishke-Reeds

Manuela Mischke-Reeds, MFT, is a somatic trauma psychotherapist, international teacher of somatic psychology, and founder of Embodywise — a learning community supporting somatic wisdom through embodiment practices.

She has over 25 years of experience working with trauma survivors, including those who’ve endured torture and extreme adversity. Her early work revealed that many trauma survivors struggled to put their pain into words, but their bodies spoke clearly — through anxiety, somatic complaints, and emotional distress.

This insight led her to develop a deeply integrative approach called the Innate Somatic Intelligence Trauma Therapy Approach (ISITTA), which blends polyvagal theory, mindfulness, Hakomi, and Somatic Experiencing into a practical and compassionate method for healing trauma through the body.

Manuela is also the co-director of the Hakomi Institute of California and an author of several books, including 125 Somatic Psychotherapy Tools for Trauma and Stress and 8 Keys to Practicing Mindfulness. Her newest book focuses on movement-based somatic therapy for clinicians.

With warmth, clarity, and a deep respect for each individual’s healing journey, Manuela invites you to see your body as a sacred guide — one that holds both the pain of the past and the keys to your future resilience.

FAQ: Transcend Inherited Trauma

1. When and where does the event take place?

The event will be held online on Thursday, May 1 at 5:30pm Pacific. A replay will be available if you can’t attend live. Click here to register for free.

2. Who is this event for?

This event is for anyone who senses the weight of emotional patterns that may not be fully theirs — those drawn to somatic healing, ancestral work, and post-traumatic growth.

3. What should I bring to the event?

A quiet space, comfortable clothing, a journal or notebook, and an open heart.

4. Do I need prior experience with somatic practices?

No experience is needed. This event is welcoming to beginners and seasoned practitioners alike.

5. Will there be a recording if I can’t attend live?

Yes. All registrants will receive a recording of the event. Click here to register for free.

6. How long is the event?

The session will be approximately 60 minutes, including guided practice and teachings.

7. What kind of somatic practices will we explore?

You’ll engage in breathwork, movement, body mapping, ancestral listening, and self-inquiry.

8. Will this event be emotionally intense?

The practices are gentle and trauma-informed, designed to support emotional safety and regulation.

9. How do I register for the event?

Click here to register for free.

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