Terra Soma Health

10/21/2026

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10/06/2026

I'm astounded by the number of adult clients I've referred for autism assessments this year alone—and so far, every one has come back with an autism diagnosis. In nearly all of these late-diagnosed cases, clients have also reported chronic pain and other symptoms that overlap with conditions such as MCAS and EDS. Why autism (particularly ASD Level 1) and mast cell activation appear to co-occur at such high rates remains something of a mystery.

But I think an important story may be emerging about the ways dominant culture incentivizes disease and subjects our bodies and minds to conditions that provoke a chronic immune response. Perhaps it's time to consider that people with ASD Level 1 may be the "canaries in the coal mine"—their heightened nervous-system sensitivity serving as an early warning signal for all of us about just how toxic and dysregulating our environments and ways of life have become. I highly recommend this educational video...

Dr. Anne Maitland spoke at the EDS Symposium at the University of V...

08/05/2026

07/29/2026

Your body has been communicating with you all along. The Embodiment Series is a community education program designed to make the science of the human body, nervous system, and embodied experience accessible to everyone.

In a world that often encourages us to disconnect from our bodies, this series offers a space to reconnect through practical education, experiential learning, and community practice. Together, we’ll explore topics like nervous system regulation, stress, trauma, emotions, chronic symptoms, and the connection between physical and mental health without needing any background in science or psychology.

Body Wisdom Online:
A virtual community education program held at 12:00 PM on the third Monday of every month, offering practical, approachable discussions that help you better understand your body and nervous system.

Somatic Practice & Support Group:
A recurring in-person gathering (location coming soon) where you’ll build body awareness, practice regulation skills, and experience the healing power of co-regulation in a supportive community.

Whether you’re hoping to better understand your nervous system, strengthen your connection with your body, or simply become more aware of how you move through the world, The Embodiment Series offers an inclusive space to learn, connect, and grow.

Open to participants ages 16+. Please note that discussions may include topics related to trauma, violence, and other aspects of the human experience.

07/21/2026

The Human Nature Series invites participants to remember their place within the living world through therapeutic backpacking, guided day walks, vision fasts, rites of passage, and other immersive nature-based experiences. In an age of increasing disconnection, these programs weave together evidence-informed therapeutic practices with the quiet wisdom of wild places, creating opportunities for healing, reflection, resilience, and a renewed sense of belonging to both oneself and the larger web of life. All programs are available to humans age 18+ and exceptions can be made for teens age 16+ if accompanied by an adult.

07/21/2026

At Terra Soma Health, therapy integrates body, mind, spirit, and nature to support lasting transformation. Through approaches like Somatic Experiencing, Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, Jungian psychology, transpersonal therapy, and nature-informed practices, we help clients move beyond symptom management toward deeper healing and self-discovery.

We believe that growth happens when we learn to listen to the wisdom of the body, reconnect with the natural world, and cultivate compassion for every part of ourselves.

07/14/2026

The dates are officially set for next summer’s Vision Fast! It will take place June 11–19, 2027 in beautiful Harpers Ferry, WV. This 8-day wilderness rite of passage is an invitation to step away from the noise of everyday life and into a sacred space of solitude, ceremony, community, and deep connection with nature.

A few updates:
- Registration is now handled directly through me.
- Your $525 non-refundable registration fee reserves your spot and covers insurance, camping fees, supplies, guide support, and (fingers crossed!) delicious home-cooked vegetarian meals in Basecamp.
- Payment plans are available because I want this experience to be as accessible as possible.
- We already have several people committed, and space is limited to just 10 participants.

If you’ve been feeling called toward this experience or know someone who might be entering a season of transition, healing, or transformation, we would love to connect with you.

To register, simply reach out to me to express your interest, and Bryan will walk you through the next steps. Learn more about the Vision Fast through https://bbieniek.wixsite.com/sourcingthefire or send me a message with any questions. I can’t wait to gather in the woods with an incredible circle of people next summer.

07/09/2026

What is Nature-Informed Therapy?

Nature-Informed Therapy integrates the healing power of the natural world into the therapeutic process. Grounded in research, it recognizes that healing happens not only through the mind, but through our relationship with our bodies, our environment, and the living world around us.

By partnering with nature as a co-therapist, clients can find greater grounding, perspective, connection, and restoration. Time in nature has been shown to reduce stress, improve mood, support nervous system regulation, and foster a deeper sense of belonging.

Healing doesn’t have to happen within four walls. Sometimes the path forward begins with reconnecting to the world that has always been holding us.