Discover the profound power of Somatic Release through a unique blend of training programs, hands-on workshops, and therapeutic sessions. My approach integrates body and mind to safely dissolve deep-seated tensions, nurture emotional well-being, and support your self-regulation skills.
My work centers on Somatic Release, guiding people toward deeper self-connection, releasing tension, processing emotions, and nurturing balance. Whether you’re seeking individual or group experiences, personal growth or professional development, I offer a safe, supportive space for you to explore your path to healing and renewal.
I am a lead psychotherapist and researcher-educator in the field of Somatic Release.
For over 20 years, I have not only supported individuals in private practice, but also trained and certified hundreds of therapists in Transpersonal Psychosomatic Therapy through Movement, Dance, and Creativity.
My own path has braided together psychology, meditation, movement, and holistic traditions from around the world. These experiences have taught me that true well-being is found in the integration of body, mind, and soul.
I am deeply committed to helping people reconnect with themselves, and my hope is that, through our work together—whether you’re joining me in private consultation or enrolling in a training program—you leave feeling more resourced, at ease in your body, and empowered to move through life with greater confidence, peace, gratitude, and joy.
Over the years, I have had the honor to work alongside hundreds of people. From therapy sessions to certification training paths that spanned years, I have witnessed countless journeys of growth, healing, and transformation. The following words are reflections from those who have shared this path with me.
Four years ago I began Maria R. Sideri’s training, and the most important thing I discovered was that I had been living most of my life focused on “thinking” rather than “feeling.” As I started to come down into my body through various practices, I connected with the world of sensations and truly felt my emotions.
From that point on, everything began to fall into place. I healed old wounds, released repressed feelings, moved through issues that had been blocked for years, and started to experience a new vitality. I could feel myself again and opened my heart to true love.
As a result of all this, what appeared to me as a vision during one of the therapeutic practices came to life: my daughter, Maria! This has been the most beautiful thing to ever happen in my life, and I know that if I hadn’t made the journey deep within myself to find my true being, she would never have come into my life.
All I can say is thank you Maria R. Sideri, for your guidance and companionship along this path.
Maria R. Sideri’s training has been a wonderful experience. One of community, togetherness, nature, self-expression, and an explosion of energy. Words can hardly express how grateful I am for all the awareness I gained during this process.
Reflecting on the path I’ve walked, I am thankful for the gentle, steady encouragement and support that helped me begin my journey of self-discovery and seek a deeper connection with my essence to recognize and accept it. This process has brought me a profound sense of liberation and transformation.
It has also changed the way I understand others. It gave me a greater sense of compassion for their nature. I highly recommend somatic psychotherapy to anyone who feels the need to embark on a healing journey. This is a harmonious and highly effective therapy that uses the body and movement as its main tools.
The body tells what words cannot. Dancing is when I feel my greatest power to express myself honestly!
We began therapy with Maria seeking support to resolve some conflicts and to feel accompanied as a couple.
The sessions have brought us a lot of clarity and provided us with several tools to navigate difficult moments and transform them into opportunities for deep connection. Session after session, we have built greater intimacy, improved our communication and trust as a couple, and thanks to this, our relationship has grown stronger.
What we appreciate most about Maria is her professionalism, her deep knowledge and experience with relationships, as well as her empathy and depth. To this day, she continues to be a source of support for us whenever we want to work through a process together.
Thank you so much, Maria!
Experiencing my personal process through movement and dance, with Maria’s guidance, has been a true gift from the very beginning to the lasting imprint it’s left on me. It’s a gift I allowed myself, as someone who deserves to enjoy life from a place of Being.
Thanks to this work, I have learned to “stay” even when my old patterns urge me to run away. To stay in a job, in a relationship, in life, but with fullness. I’ve learned to listen to my soul through my body, to let it express itself, to dance. To give my anger a place and a home within me, recognizing and accepting it.
I have truly felt supported and deeply cared for. It’s been a heartfelt and enriching experience.
If you have questions, need more information, or wish to schedule a session, I would be delighted to hear from you. Please use the form below to send me your message, and I will respond as soon as possible. You can also reach me directly via email at info@mariarossisideri.com.