We are always practicing something. Often, what we unconsciously practice is the embodiment of societal norms and values that don’t reflect what we believe in. Somatics offers us the opportunity to be more intentional about the shapes we take on, and what we choose to embody. When we acknowledge how systems of oppression shape our bodies and lives, we can open to new alternatives. Our practices extend beyond nervous system regulation, aiming toward intentional living and liberation-centered world building.
Practices for liberation
An expansive container for individualized education, practice, and working through specific concerns
Intensives
Learn the fundamentals of building a somatic practice, and practice new skills in community
Somatic Practice Groups
One-on-one space for individualized attunement, education, and tailored practice
Somatic Coaching
Bianca Torres-Gragg
Therapist, Semillas Counseling & Consulting
Sitting with and being guided by Diana in a somatic session is potent. Their tracking, witnessing, and reflections were offered with a softness that allowed me to deepen into my experience more and more, minute by minute. I walked away feeling and knowing that what transpired in that time was different than anything I’ve experienced before.
"As a therapist, parent and community organizer, I cannot recommend sessions with Diana enough."
Group Participant
D invites you to learn and practice skills for self-regulation, attuning to your body, and expressing your needs in a way that centers consent and safety. I can't speak highly enough of them as a facilitator and this group.
"This group was transformative."
Paulina Mendez, LCSWA, LCASA
Therapist, Alegria Counseling
Working with Diana for somatic coaching has been deeply healing. Tracking sensations in my body with a non-judgmental guide has been powerful and surprisingly informative; there’s so much happening beneath the surface that I hadn’t been aware of.
"Their grounded presence created a rare space to pause and truly notice."
Group participant
Being in an all-trans affinity space also made a HUGE difference in knowing that there was going to be a baseline understanding and connection with the other folks there.
"The focus on consent and the consistent reminders to listen to our bodies… made it feel like a safer place to explore and engage, and also to just observe."
workshop participant
Las actividades que Diana nos ofreció estuvieron muy bien pensadas, divertidas y significativas. Además, las pláticas fueron súper inspiradoras, al igual que las técnicas que fueron compartidas.
"They helped me notice things we usually overlook and reminded me how important it is to be present."
workshop participant
Al igual que Diana, también soy una persona neurodivergente. Conocer y compartir con profesionales, otros líderes y comunidad que se encuentran en esa misma ‘categoría’ ayuda mucho. Los ejercicios me encantaron.
"I loved the playfulness."
Cata Noreña
Coaching Client
As someone who struggles to find therapy that works I find in Diana a space that feels safe, welcoming, supported, and warm. A place I always want to come back to when I’m doubting myself. I have a hard time opening up to therapists but Diana always gets me to feel comfortable, to go deep and to really self reflect.
"I love that I can find my own answers through their active, free of judgment, and very supportive listening."
I am a mestize immigrant from Colombia. I am queer, trans, and have a complicated relationship to gender. I am a neurodivergent and temporarily able bodied parent. I am a settler on the unceded Cherokee lands now known as Asheville, NC, and I hold these lands and rivers in reverence.
I am also a somaticist, and I am delighted to accompany folks on their journey of transformation!
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Meet Diana
Here are some of my upcoming offerings, in person and online. Click through to learn more.
UPCOMING EVENTS
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Attuning to the wisdom of the body towards collective liberation.
We will get a chance to meet virtually, or at my office near downtown Asheville, so you can ask any questions you might have.
