Nervous System Regulation Therapy in Los Angeles, California
If stress and overwhelm feel like your default state, you’re not alone. I’m Chelsey Reese, a therapist specializing in helping women of color release stored trauma, regulate their nervous systems, and break free from chronic stress cycles. When your body is stuck in survival mode, it can be hard to feel present, at ease, or in control. Therapy with a focus on nervous system regulation offers a way to reset, restore balance, and build resilience—and I’m located right here in Los Angeles.
In my somatic therapy service , I help women who feel constantly on edge, tense, or emotionally exhausted without understanding why. When the nervous system is dysregulated, the body remains stuck in fight, flight, freeze, or fawn mode, making it difficult to feel safe, calm, and present. Somatic therapy integrates nervous system regulation to help retrain your body to release stored stress, restore balance, and cultivate deep emotional resilience. Let’s explore how this therapy works and how it can support your healing journey.
What is nervous system regulation?
Most common signs of nervous system dysregulation:
- Constant feelings of anxiety or overwhelm, even when nothing is wrong.
- Emotional numbness or shutdown, feeling disconnected from yourself or others.
- Chronic muscle tension, headaches, or digestive issues with no clear cause.
- Struggling with sleep, either waking up exhausted or experiencing restless nights.
- Feeling on edge or easily triggered, reacting strongly to stress or conflict.
How do I know if I need nervous system regulation therapy?
Ask yourself:
- Do I feel constantly exhausted, even after resting?
- Do I struggle to relax without feeling guilty or restless?
- Do I feel stuck in overthinking, hypervigilance, or emotional shutdown?
- Do I experience physical symptoms like jaw clenching, tension, or digestive issues when stressed?
- Have I been trying to “push through” stress, only to feel more drained and overwhelmed?
If any of these resonate, nervous system regulation therapy can help you reconnect with your body and experience real, sustainable relief.
How I treat nervous system dysregulation in Los Angeles
By incorporatingnervous system regulation into my therapy approach, I take a personalized, body-based approach to help you shift out of chronic stress and restore balance. Together, we’ll work to retrain your nervous system so you can feel safer, more grounded, and at ease in your daily life.
- Somatic techniques – Gentle movement, breathwork, and body awareness to help you regulate stress responses.
- Emotional release practices – Safe, supportive ways to process emotions stored in your body without feeling overwhelmed.
- Vagus nerve activation – Simple strategies to calm your nervous system and create an internal sense of safety.
- Mind-body integration – Connecting thoughts, emotions, and physical sensations so you can regain control over how stress affects you.
This isn’t just about “managing stress.” My goal is to help you teach your body how to regulate itself, feel safe, and truly rest.
What topics can we talk about in therapy for nervous system regulation?
I’m Chelsey Reese, a therapist dedicated to helping women of color break free from survival mode and reconnect with a sense of calm. Using a somatic, body-based approach, I guide my clients in releasing stored trauma, regulating their nervous systems, and finding balance after years of chronic stress. I know how exhausting it can be to constantly feel on edge, and I’m here to help you build self-trust, deep rest, and emotional resilience so that ease and safety become part of your everyday experience.
Ready to get started?
Awareness & Understanding
Identify how stress, self-silencing, and past conditioning affect your body and mind. Gain clarity on the patterns keeping you stuck and reconnect with your inner voice.
Nervous System Regulation
Learn somatic techniques to release tension, calm your nervous system, and create a sense of safety within, allowing you to navigate stress with greater ease.
Boundaries & Self-Trust
Develop the confidence to set boundaries without guilt, express your needs, and trust your intuition—so you can show up fully for yourself and others.
Nervous system regulation focused therapist in Los Angeles
- Healing from chronic stress and burnout
- Processing emotional suppression and self-silencing
- Breaking free from fight, flight, freeze, or fawn responses
- Building a sense of emotional and physical safety
- Learning somatic techniques for nervous system healing
Tips & resources for coping with nervous system dysregulation:
- Practice breathwork – Slow, deep breaths can help shift your body out of fight-or-flight mode.
- Prioritize rest – Allow yourself guilt-free rest and recovery to reset your nervous system.
- Move gently – Stretching, walking, or light movement can help release stored tension.
- Limit stimulation – Reduce screen time and sensory overload to create more calm.
- Engage in grounding techniques – Try holding a warm drink, pressing your feet into the floor, or focusing on deep inhales and exhales.
Hello, I’m Chelsey Reese
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Relational and Somatic Therapist, Certified Sound Healer, and 200HR Registered Yoga Teacher.
I help people cultivate self-awareness by reconnecting with their bodies, releasing trauma and stress, and fostering deeper connections. I believe true healing comes from processing lived experiences and letting go of what no longer serves us. Passionate about community and wellness, I create spaces for growth and restoration. When I’m not working with clients, you’ll find me tending to my plants, lost in a book, or hiking in nature.
Investment: $150 per 50-minute session
Includes:
- One 50-minute virtual therapy session
- Personalized session notes with key insights and reflections (provided as needed)
- Curated resources or recommendations tailored to your healing journey
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FAQ
How do you fix a dysregulated nervous system?
Healing a dysregulated nervous system requires awareness, safety, and consistent regulation techniques. Somatic therapy uses breathwork, movement, and grounding to shift out of survival mode and restore balance.
What are some effective nervous system regulation exercises?
- Deep breathing – Activates the vagus nerve for relaxation.
- Progressive muscle relaxation – Releases stored tension.
- Cold exposure – Stimulates the parasympathetic nervous system.
- Grounding techniques – Using touch, warmth, or nature to stay present.
- Humming or chanting – Engages the vagus nerve for calm.
How can you heal the nervous system after trauma?
Healing requires gentle, body-based work that shifts you from hypervigilance to safety. Somatic therapy helps release stored trauma through breathwork, movement, and sensory integration.
How do you repair the nervous system naturally?
- Prioritize deep rest and sleep – Essential for recovery.
- Practice mindfulness – - Lowers stress and improves resilience.
- Eat a nutrient-rich diet – Supports nervous system function.
- Move gently – Yoga, stretching, and walking restore balance.
- Spend time in nature – Helps regulate stress responses.
Can this therapy help with anxiety and panic attacks?
Yes! Many clients dealing with chronic anxiety or panic attacks find that nervous system regulation therapy helps them regain control, reduce overwhelm, and feel more at ease.
