Recurring Trauma-Informed Workshops | In-Person in Long Beach, CA | Led By A Complex Trauma SpecialistThe Embody Workshop Series
A somatic yoga journey for survivors reconnecting with their bodies after relational trauma.
When trauma lives in your body, talking isn't always enough
After relational trauma, many of us learn to live from the neck up. We disconnect from our bodies to feel safe. We manage symptoms, but we don't always feel present. We survive, but we don't always feel alive.
The Embody Workshop Series offers a different approach. Through trauma-informed somatic yoga, you'll learn to reconnect with your body—not as a threat, but as a partner in your healing.
This isn't about perfecting poses. It's about practicing Ahimsa (non-violence) toward yourself and rebuilding trust with your own nervous system.
This workshop might be for you if:
✿ You've done talk therapy and you're ready to work with your body
✿ You feel disconnected from physical sensations or live "in your head"
✿ You experience chronic tension, pain, or hypervigilance
✿ You want practical tools for emotional regulation you can use daily
✿ You're curious about somatic healing but don't know where to start
✿ You're a survivor of relational trauma looking for a body-based approach
✿ You want to heal in community with other survivors
What you'll gain from this workshop
Over six weeks, you'll learn gentle, trauma-informed practices to help you:
Recognize and respond to your body's signals
Calm your nervous system when you feel activated
Release physical tension stored from trauma
Practice boundaries in your body through movement
Build emotional regulation tools you can use anywhere
Reconnect with your body as a source of wisdom, not danger
Each session builds on the last, moving from awareness to safety to embodiment.
THE EMBODY SERIES EXPERIENCE
What happens in each session
Grounding & Connection
Get oriented to the space and the practice. Learn what somatic yoga is, how it helps with trauma, and what to expect. Build trust with the group through gentle community practices.
Awareness
Focus on breath and proprioception (your sense of where your body is in space). Learn to notice sensations without judgment.
Creating Safety
Practice Ahimsa (non-violence) in mind, emotion, and body. Explore warrior sequences as a physical representation of boundaries.
Softening the Armor
Release chronic tension through yin-inspired poses. Learn to let go safely through longer, gentler stretches.
Embodiment
Bring it all together. Move through a full yoga flow combining awareness, safety, and release.
Reflection & Restoration
Reflect on your journey. Share insights, celebrate progress, and build connection with the group as you close this chapter.
Why somatic yoga helps with trauma
Somatic yoga is different from traditional yoga. It's not about flexibility or achieving certain poses. It's about internal awareness, releasing stored tension, and reconnecting with your body's signals.
Calms Your Nervous System Slow, intentional movement paired with deep breathing tells your brain that the danger has passed. This reduces anxiety, hypervigilance, and fatigue.
Releases Physical Tension Trauma often shows up as chronic pain or tightness. Gentle, mindful stretches help your body release what it's been holding.
Rebuilds Mind-Body Connection By turning your attention inward, you strengthen proprioception—your sense of yourself in space. This helps you feel grounded and present.
Processes Stored Trauma Trauma isn't just a memory—it's stored in your body. Somatic movement creates space to release what words can't reach.
MEET YOUR FACILITATORLed by Daniela Gonzalez, LCSW
Daniela is a licensed clinical social worker and trauma-informed somatic yoga specialist. She's bilingual in Spanish and specializes in working with survivors of complex trauma, domestic violence, and sexual violence. Daniela integrates holistic healing practices like yoga, meditation, and breathwork into her therapeutic approach.
This workshop is facilitated by a licensed therapist, not just a yoga instructor. You're in clinically trained hands.
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It's All in the Details:What You Need:
Just yourself, comfortable clothing, and hydrating liquids are all you need to participate.
Yoga mats, blocks, and blankets are all provided as part of our offering.
Cost:
$40 per person per session
Insurance:
Group therapy may be covered by your insurance plan. We'll verify benefits before you register.
Format:
60-minute sessions recurring monthly starting September 2026. All sessions are held in-person at our Long Beach office.
Dates:
Exact dates & times will be announced soon. Register to receive group updates.
Group Size:
Limited to 6-8 participants for a safe, contained experience.
COMMON QUESTIONS ABOut the embody workshop seriesFrequently Asked Questions
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This workshop is designed for survivors who are ready to explore body-based healing. However, it may not be the right fit if you're currently experiencing:
Acute distress that requires one-on-one support (severe panic attacks, active dissociation, crisis-level depression)
Physical injuries or conditions that make floor-based movement unsafe
Difficulty being in a group setting or sharing virtual space with others
If you're unsure, we encourage you to schedule a brief consultation. We'll talk about whether this workshop is a good fit.
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Daniela is trained to support participants who feel activated. You're always welcome to take a break, or step away. You're in control.
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It may be. We'll verify your benefits when you register, however we cannot guarantee that the group will be covered due to insurance plans variability.
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Yes. Many participants are in individual therapy and find this workshop complements their work.
Your body has been protecting you.
Let it partner with you.
You don't have to stay disconnected. This workshop offers a gentle, supported way back to yourself through movement, breath, and community.
Sessions recurring monthly. Space is limited.