News
Catch up on all the latest from Dr. Sharon Stanley of Somatic Transformation, including featured publications, appearances, books, and musings.

Book Signing Event - June 1st
Join us as we celebrate the launch of the second edition of my book, Relational and Body-Centered Practices for Healing Trauma: Lifting the Burdens of the Past. This event is on Sunday, June 1st, at the Bainbridge Island Senior Community Center. The address is 370 Brien Dr SE, Bainbridge Island, WA 98110, and the event will run from 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm. No registration is required.
I hope to see you there!
Appearance on Confer UK Course
Confer UK has included me in their online course on Neurobiology and Psychotherapy. I discuss the role of Somatics in this field, and offer practical applications. The 12 hour course, of which my segments make up an hour and a half, is full of insight by experts in these fields.
Podcast Interview with Dr. Guy Macphearson
Dr. Guy Macphearson interviewed me on his podcast, The Trauma Therapist. We discuss embodiment, mindfulness/heartfulness, the future of our communities, and the simple successes of healing trauma. I loved sharing with Guy, his enthusiasm is contagious!
You can listen on his website or at Stitcher. Enjoy!
Appearance with Coach Izzy Sanchez
Intriguing dialogue regarding the blend of Somatic Transformation with Strain/Counterstrain bodywork with Coach Izzy Sanchez.
Podcast Interview with Michael Stone
Please have a listen to this interview I did with the lovely and empathetic Michael Stone, on his podcast: Conversations. We talk about the approach to teaching Somatic Transformation among many other introductory aspects to my work.
Podcast Interview with Jayson Gaddis
Jayson Gaddis featured me on his long-running podcast Smart Couple. His organization, the Relationship School, is an excellent resource.
We spoke at length on healing trauma as a community, our responsibilities in relationships, and placing constant importance on embodiment in our lives and for others.
Find the podcast at Jayson’s website, at Stitcher, or iTunes.
Or, watch a video of the conversation!