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Meet Dr. Michael Hofrath

SOMATIC SOUL HEALER

Michael is a Holistic Somatic & KAP EMDR Depth Practitioner, specializing in Somatic “Jungian-oriented” Depth Practices, NeuroAffective Touch, psycho-spiritual Shamanic Healing practices, Entheogen Facilitation & Integration Specialist, and is a published Author & Educator on numerous topics in behavioral health, shamanism & entheogen facilitation.

Michael holds a PhD and MA in Depth Psychology, emphasis Somatic Science from Pacifica Graduate Institute, Carpinteria, CA, a BA in Business Administration, Marketing Management, and a Minor in Communications with certifications in Integrative Trauma Treatment Model (RITTM), Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), NeuroAffective Touch (NAT), Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy through the Integrative Psychiatry Institute (IPI) and Psychedelics Today Vital program. He possesses over two decades of experience and training as a shamanic practitioner, influenced through the Qeur’o, Shipibo, Celtic, and several contemporary shamanic traditions.

Michael’s company, Body Mind Wholeness Inc., practices out of Santa Barbara & Carmel, CA. He is the co-author and former lead somatic therapist for the Warrior Integration Now (WIN) program, the former Head of Trauma and Experiential Healing for a veteran PTSD organization with extensive experience in the behavioral health and addiction recovery fields. He has worked with Seasons Malibu, PCH Treatment, Sabino Recovery, Sierra Tucson, Elevation Behavioral Health, Meadow Glade, and The Scott Concierge Addiction & Recovery.

Michael has extensive training and experience in complex trauma, body psychology, addiction recovery, family & relational counseling, and works with patients who have experienced multiple forms of trauma including, combat and civilian PTSD, family of origin, childhood and sexual trauma, depression, anxiety/ mood disorders, survivors’ guilt, shame, grief, betrayal, moral injury, psycho-social and psycho-spiritual maladies, with concentrations in meditation, mindfulness practices, shamanic healing practices, ceremony, ritual, and rite of passage initiations. 

He assists clients in moving through adverse conditioned behavior, old programming, limiting belief patterns, ancestral trauma, and cellular repatterning for movement into alignment with one’s authentic Self. Additionally, he works with psycho-spiritual crisis resolution, dream tending, mandala-art therapy, experiential (outdoor) healing modalities, Hero’s Journey rite of 

passage initiations, and psychedelic-assisted therapies and integration. 

He assists clients in moving through adverse conditioned behavior, old programming, limiting belief patterns, ancestral trauma, and cellular repatterning for movement into alignment with one’s authentic Self. Additionally, he works with psycho-spiritual crisis resolution, dream tending, mandala-art therapy, experiential (outdoor) healing modalities, Hero’s Journey rite of 

passage initiations, and psychedelic-assisted therapies and integration. 

Message From Dr. Michael

My intention is to assist clients in healing deep seeded soul wounds, to feel safe in their body again, and to develop healthier belief systems such as, “I am good enough”, “I am worthy”, or “I deserve love and to be loved”. 

I assist clients in feeling safe in their body again, and to embody the feeling states of self-acceptance, self-forgiveness and self-love. Each of us has an inner healing intelligence. Body and mind are intimately intertwined and know how to heal deep psychic wounds given the right situation, circumstances and environment. 

Connection with the “wisdom of the body” is the proverbial gateway that bridges the gap between the (ego-based) conscious and the (soul-based) unconscious. The body (unconscious self) holds our truth and will NEVER LIE to you!

My Healing Journey

My inner healing journey began in my early twenties and continues, shaped by a tumultuous childhood and battles with substance abuse. Now, with two decades of sobriety, I’ve embraced the complexities of soul healing and spiritual growth.

Childhood Wounds Persist

Childhood trauma, like a persistent shadow, follows us, creating an inner critic fostering fear, anger, and self-doubt. The journey to self-actualization, as Jung termed it, is rarely linear, marked by twists, turns, and complexities.

Childhood Wounds Persist

Childhood trauma, like a persistent shadow, follows us, creating an inner critic fostering fear, anger, and self-doubt. The journey to self-actualization, as Jung termed it, is rarely linear, marked by twists, turns, and complexities.

The Inner Critic's Role

The inner critic, rooted in childhood wounds, leads to negative self-talk, influencing behavior and relationships. Breaking free from this pattern requires acknowledging the flawed belief system.

Discovering Wisdom In Healing

My healing journey granted profound wisdom. I learned to distinguish between my conscious ego and my unconscious psyche, recognizing that truth resides in the latter. Integrity develops by embracing discomfort and viewing adverse feelings as teachers.

Surrendering And Rediscovering Purpose

Surrendering control eased my life and unveiled my life purpose as a soul healer. Recovery from substance abuse and lived experience became catalysts for my work with mental health and substance abuse treatment centers.

A Larger Plan Unfolds

Reflecting on my journey, childhood wounds, adversity, and healing were part of a larger plan, guiding me into my life purpose. Adverse events served as an initiation, birthing a spiritually evolved identity and leading to my remembrance of who I am.

A Shamanic Apprenticeship

My healing journey also served as an apprenticeship as a shamanic practitioner and soul healer. Intensive training under Indigenous and contemporary shamans and off-planet guides reconnected me with energy work.

Transformative Realizations

Our self-perception reflects in our relationships and self-care. Breaking free from programmed behaviors allows us to "live the unlived life" and experience connection, love, and joy through the alchemical process of individuation.

Praise

“Wow! I have never been so moved before in my life. Michael saved my marriage, my relationship with my kids, my active-duty career….but most importantly, MY LIFE!!!! I am forever in debt to you and just wanted to say thank you from the bottom of my heart.”
DAN
“I’ve rediscovered my spirit. I’ve been learning about anxiety management, techniques for self-soothing, thought interruption and the window of tolerance you spoke of. I’ve confessed my wrongs, re-scripted the negatives and now focus on the positives. I spent hours discussing my insecurities, guilt and fears. I’ve been staying as present in the moment as I can. I’ve kept an active journal, with more reflection than I can remember at any time in my life. I know what kind of man I am! I know WHO I want to become, and I am forging a new path. From my heart and soul, I want to thank you.”
DANIEL
“I had been going to counseling for over 3 years and you did more for me in the 5+ days than all those 3 years combined. I was headed down a path of destruction but thanks to you and all the others, I’m headed in the right direction now.”
WAYNE
"After working with you and doing the EMDR therapy Luke has been doing great! He is no longer hyper-vigilant about my driving and watching other cars on the road like he was after the accident. He is much more relaxed, and has gained a lot of confidence through gymnastics, which he just started, and has quickly learned how to do front flips, and no-handed cartwheels. We had no idea he had this talent! Thank you so much for helping my son get over his PTSD from a bad car accident. I am truly grateful."
SANDRA
“I can say without hyperbole that this was literally a life-changing experience. At first, I wasn’t sure I could do it, but now I am resolved in the fact I could not afford to do this work."
ADAM
“I have suffered with depression and anxiety for 25 years. I have tried therapy, hypnotherapy, medication, energy work, etc. with little to no success. Thankfully a friend introduced me to Michael! His work has been life changing! Michael is intuitive and very much gifted! Bringing science and spirituality together makes for truly healing work. I have passed along his contact information often and people have life altering success with him like I did. Do yourself a favor and work with him as soon as you can get into his schedule!"
CHRIS
“If you are looking for solutions to your mental health related issues, then I highly recommend Dr. Hofrath and his integrative therapy. For years, I have dealt with anxiety, PTSD, and psychosomatic related issues. Through alternative therapy and somatic work, he has helped me work through past trauma. I now have a connection to my true self because of the deep work and guidance from Dr. Hofrath.”
SANDEE
"My partner completed integration with Dr. Hofrath as well, and it has made a world of difference in our relationship.

If you are looking someone to help you move past your old stories and into your truth, you will be hard-pressed to find a more skillful and gifted practitioner than Dr. Hofrath.”
TURNER
"I absolutely recommend Dr. Hofrath as a Facilitator and Guide in the medicine-assisted therapeutic process based on his ability to resolve past trauma and aid in organizing an empowered and delight-filled life. For me, Dr. Hofrath represents a living embodiment of what a Healer can be."
HAROLD

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