In somatic therapy, we use movement, breath, narrative work, and hands-on treatment to help you process tension, trauma, and emotions in a way that feels approachable and sustainable.
Creating safety and showing up with presence is what makes this work effective. I blend traditional massage with reiki and fascia work, using slow, intentional pressure to help your body loosen and truly settle.
Somatic therapy is a body-based treatment for chronic pain, anxiety, trauma, and patterns that haven’t fully resolved through traditional therapy or medical care. My work is influenced by Somatic Experiencing (SE), a specific method that focuses on helping the body process and release stored stress more gently than other methods. The goal is long-term relief from your symptoms.
Instead of only talking through problems or venting, we will pay attention to what’s happening in your body in real time and use that as the entry point for relief.
Clients come to me for:
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Chronic pain and recurring tension
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A constant feeling of anxiety, stress, or overwhelm
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Trauma and unresolved emotional patterns
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Injuries that physical therapy hasn’t resolved
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Feeling disconnected or dissociated
Ryan Autumn
LMT, BA, CPT, Reiki II
I am a licensed massage therapist in Phoenix with training in somatic experiencing and graduate-level psychology. My work is grounded in the body and guided by the nervous system.
While I’ve trained for nearly a decade, what matters most is how I show up in the room. My sessions are steady, present, and attuned to what your system needs in each moment.
Cheyenne Toledo
2026-03-24
Ryan is one of the most amazing humans I’ve ever had the pleasure of meeting. His knowledge on somatic work is truly incredible. His ability to hold space for emotions and things that need to be released is such a gift in today’s world. I would recommend him over and over again. 10/10
Misty Toscano
2026-03-09
Ryan is a gifted practitioner. His patient approach and calming presence create a safe space for self-exploration and healing to unfold.
Beth McCall
2026-02-05
I had a somatic experiencing session with Ryan and it was genuinely amazing. I became aware of how much I’ve been holding back within myself, in ways I hadn’t seen before. The session helped me move through limiting beliefs, reconnect with my body, and gain real clarity around boundaries and healing. It was deeply profound and grounding at the same time. Ryan creates such a safe, welcoming, and comfortable space, which made it easy to feel the work happening, not just think about it. Highly recommend him if you’re ready for real, meaningful inner shifts!
Connor Jensen
2026-01-28
Ryan is a lovely and compassionate practitioner who goes out of his way to cultivate a presence that is nurturing to the healing process.
Stephanie Taylor
2026-01-28
Ryan is amazing! He is a calming force to my chaotic mind. He has helped in my journey on nervous system regulation, and getting out of my head. His bodywork is on point as well.
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Emotional Processing
Process, release, and resolve trauma and emotions that feel stuck.
Performance
Support movement, recovery, and physical function of the body.
Pain Reduction
Ease chronic neck, back, and shoulder pain, headaches, and unexplained symptoms.
Schedule Your First Session
4834 N 31st St, Phoenix, AZ 85016
Sessions take place in Phoenix (Arcadia/Biltmore area), serving clients throughout the valley, including Scottsdale and Tempe. After booking, reflect on your treatment goals and let me know about any injuries or questions.
If you’re ready to move forward, you can book a session or discovery call below.
A Return to Self
Choosing therapeutic healing is more than self-care; it’s a way of choosing self-improvement. In a world that pushes us to go faster, achieve more, and hold everything together, our bodies often carry that weight.
Here, we slow down. We listen to what your nervous system is saying, explore the places that feel tense or disconnected, and bring your body back to balance so that you can show up better for your family, work, and self.