Somatic Experiencing® And Integral Somatic Psychology™
Trauma and stress are not only psychological experiences, but they are also held in the body. Somatic Experiencing® and Integral Somatic Psychology™ offer two body-centre...
Dr Liana Dugaro, BPsych
Licensed Professional Counselor
“A BioGestalt Counsellor, Ontological Coach, Practitioner and training assistant in Somatic Experiencing® (SE™) and Integral Somatic Psychology™ (ISP™), and trained in Polyvagal Informed Practice, working with adults on self-regulating in situations of physiological, emotional, cognitive and behavioural stress, and to support them in achieving extra-ordinary objectives. Founder of Gine Coaching® (ginecoaching.com). Enrolled on the Italian Register of Psychologists.”
About Me
This Psychological Counselor (from the Order of Psychologists in Italy) and Ontological Coach supports adults in resolving trauma marks from the body physiology, navigating stress or pursuing ambitious goals. They draw on approaches like Somatic Experiencing® (Peter A. Levine), Integral Somatic Psychology™ (Raja Selvam), and Polyvagal Informed Practice (Deb Dana) to help clients self-regulate. Sessions often involve gentle body-awareness practices to release tension, to complete uncompleted fight/flight which were stuck in trauma, and to build resilience. This makes them a strong match for those ready to manage pressure, get free of non-functional impulses and reactions, and achieve their unique objectives.
Approach
When pressure and trauma tighten body and mind, my work opens a space where felt-sense, emotions management and dialogue meet to restore regulation and clarity. I offer online sessions in English, Italian or Spanish that move at a practical pace: brief check-ins, gentle body-awareness prompts, and reflective integration. I track moment-to-moment responses, invite small somatic experiments, and translate discoveries into concrete steps for daily life between meetings. This approach fits adults facing chronic stress, physical symptoms, dysfunctional thoughts, behavioural impulses or patterns, transitions or high-stakes goals who want embodied tools alongside strategy.
Services
Services Offered:
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Coaching
A goal-oriented practice focused on identifying objectives, overcoming obstacles, and taking action, centred on the present and future rather than past difficulties.
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Counseling
A form of talk therapy providing a safe, confidential space to explore feelings, thoughts, and behaviours with a trained professional.
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Psychology
The scientific study and clinical practice of understanding the mind, emotions, and behaviour, applied to promote healthier functioning.
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Stress Management
Techniques and strategies for managing the body and mind's response to excessive demands, including relaxation, cognitive restructuring, and lifestyle changes.
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Crisis Counseling
Immediate, short-term psychological support during an acute mental health crisis such as a panic episode, suicidal thoughts, or overwhelming distress.
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Crisis Support & Counseling
Emergency emotional support and counselling for people in acute psychological distress, available at the point of need.
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Free therapy for people of Ukraine
Pro bono mental health support for Ukrainians affected by the conflict, offered by therapists volunteering their time and expertise.
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Online Counseling
Counselling conducted via video, phone, or secure messaging, providing professional support remotely.
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Online Therapy
Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered remotely.
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Personal Development
The ongoing process of self-awareness, self-improvement, and reaching one's potential, pursued not because something is wrong but to live more fully.
Works With:
- •Adults
- •Individuals
- •Adolescents
Area of Expertise
Scope of Practice:
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Stress / Burnout
The body and mind's response to prolonged or excessive demands. When sustained, it can lead to emotional exhaustion, detachment, and reduced functioning (burnout).
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Life Transitions
Major life changes, such as relocation, retirement, parenthood, or career shifts, that disrupt routine and require psychological adjustment.
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Online Therapy
Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered remotely.
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Self-Esteem
A person's overall sense of their own worth and value. When chronically low, it can drive self-doubt, avoidance, and difficulty in relationships.
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Trauma
The lasting psychological impact of deeply distressing events, such as violence, abuse, accidents, or disasters, that overwhelm a person's ability to cope.
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Women's Issues
Psychological challenges more commonly experienced by women, including gender-based stress, reproductive health concerns, body image, caregiving burden, and societal expectations.
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Performance
The psychological factors (confidence, focus, pressure management) that influence how well a person performs in sport, academics, the arts, or work.
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Personal Development
The ongoing process of self-awareness, self-improvement, and reaching one's potential, pursued not because something is wrong but to live more fully.
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Stress
The body and mind's response to excessive demands. When sustained, it can lead to emotional exhaustion, physical symptoms, and reduced functioning.
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Professional Title:
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Licensed Professional Counselor
A counselor licensed to provide professional mental health services including assessment and therapy.
Qualifications
Bachelor of Psychology
Università Degli Studi di Padova (Italy)
Year: 2020
Registrations
The Italian Register of Psychologists; Section B (https://www.ordinepsicologifvg.it/ordine-fvg/albo-iscritti.html?view=psicologo&id=5385&p=)
Dottore in Tecniche Psicologiche (Doctor in Psychological Techniques - Undergraduate Degree
