“Trauma is perhaps the most avoided, ignored, belittled, denied, misunderstood, and untreated cause of human suffering.”

~ Peter A. Levine, PhD 

Welcome

I am Maria Resele, a trauma-informed integrative somatic practitioner. I offer body-based and energy-informed support for individuals navigating chronic stress, emotional overwhelm, and patterns shaped by difficult life experiences. My work draws on somatic practices, parts-informed approaches, breathwork, and Reiki to support nervous system awareness, embodied presence, and inner resilience.

Rather than focusing on painful stories, sessions gently engage the body and its signals in the present moment. The work unfolds at a thoughtful, attuned pace, allowing safety, balance, and self-connection to develop over time. Rooted in compassion and spirituality, my approach honors the felt sense and supports a respectful dialogue between mind, body, and inner experience.

This work is for those who feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in long-standing patterns, and who are seeking a grounded, integrative way to reconnect with themselves. Each session is tailored to your needs and paced with care for your nervous system.

This is not about fixing yourself. It is an invitation to deepen awareness, cultivate presence, and reconnect with who you are, with choice, care, and respect for your own rhythm.

Professional Foundations and Integrative Training

My work is informed by interdisciplinary training across mind–body, somatic, and energy-based modalities, thoughtfully integrated into a holistic, trauma-informed approach. These methods are offered in a supportive and educational way to foster awareness, self-regulation, and embodied presence.

Mind–Body Facilitation
Integrative Health and Medicine principles, guided imagery, mindfulness practices, and traditional herbal and aromatherapy knowledge to support relaxation and self-connection.

Somatic and Trauma-Informed Practices
Somatic Experiencing–informed approaches, Trauma-Informed Stabilization Treatment, parts-informed work, polyvagal theory, and breathwork to support nervous system awareness and regulation.

Energy-Based Practices
Reiki-informed sessions, acupressure techniques, and applied energy awareness practices to support balance, relaxation, and subtle body awareness.

Subconscious and Inner Awareness Work
NLP-informed techniques, gentle hypnotic induction, and guided inner exploration practices to support insight, reflection, and conscious choice.

All approaches are adapted to the individual and offered with respect for personal pace, consent, and nervous system capacity.

Client Reflections

Healing Frozen Shoulder and Trigger Fingers

“I felt deeply supported and guided at my own pace. Through the sessions, I developed a stronger awareness of my body and learned practical ways to move, feel more grounded, and be more present in daily life.”

“This work helped me understand my patterns of stress and how my body responds. I now feel more able to notice when I need rest, boundaries, or support.”

“Maria’s presence created a sense of safety that allowed me to reconnect with myself in a gentle, respectful way.”

~ Sri Nengah ~

Individual experiences vary. These reflections describe personal experiences and do not imply guaranteed outcomes.

With This Work, You Can Learn To

• Gently support nervous system regulation

• Engage with past experiences without overwhelm

• Cultivate safety, clarity, and inner steadiness

• Relate to inner parts with curiosity and compassion

Each session is shaped by your needs and paced with care. We move slowly and attentively, blending evidence-informed approaches with present-moment awareness. This is supportive, integrative work that holds both structure and soul.

These practices are not quick techniques, but ongoing supports for self-connection and resilience. Over time, this work may influence how you relate, breathe, rest, and meet daily life.

Your healing matters. Making yourself a priority is a meaningful step. When you are ready, we can begin this journey together.

©2022. Integrative Somatic Practitioner