Nervous System Care Group in Lancaster, PA
Nervous System Care Group
Facilitated by Vanessa Simmons, LPC, SEP, TCTSY-F, Certified EMDR Therapist
Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m. | $40 per session | Embodied Wisdom Institute – Lancaster, PA
Our bodies hold deep wisdom, often long before words arrive. This weekly small group offers a space to listen to that inner knowing in the company of others who are learning to do the same. Together, we practice noticing, pausing, and reconnecting with the body’s rhythms in a supportive and grounded environment.
Each 1-hour session includes psychoeducation, gentle skill exploration, and opportunities for embodied awareness. The structure stays familiar from week to week, yet the focus shifts depending on the needs and energy of those present. This is not a trauma-processing group, but rather a community space to explore capacity, connection, and presence. A place to remember that regulation and resilience already live within you.
A collaborative, body-based approach
Vanessa draws from Somatic Experiencing®, Polyvagal Theory, EMDR Therapy resourcing, and Trauma Center Trauma-Sensitive Yoga (TCTSY) to offer grounding practices that foster self-awareness and emotional steadiness. Light movement or breath-based practices may be included to help attune to what feels supportive in the moment.
Who this group may support
This group may feel nourishing for adults who:
Are already engaged in individual therapy and would like an additional space to integrate and practice regulation
Wish to deepen connection with their body and access a greater sense of steadiness in daily life
Appreciate community learning environments where mutual respect, curiosity, and self-agency guide the process
Who this group may not support
This group may not be the best fit for individuals experiencing acute crisis, active substance use, or needing a higher level of clinical support.
Practical details
Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m. (1 hour)
$40 per session
Location: Embodied Wisdom Institute, 845 Silver Spring Plaza, Suite B, Lancaster, PA 17601
Small group format: limited to 6 participants
A 30-minute intake appointment is required prior to joining, to explore hopes for participation and ensure the group aligns with your current support needs. The fee for the intake is $50.
The group begins once at least two participants are enrolled.
Insurance
I am in network with Highmark and Capital Blue Cross, and can bill most Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) plans for group psychotherapy services.
Coverage varies by plan, so participants are encouraged to contact their insurance provider directly to confirm eligibility and any out-of-pocket costs.
An invitation to listen inward.
If you feel drawn to deepen your relationship with your body and explore new ways of being with your experience, you’re warmly invited to reach out. Together, we’ll strive to create a supportive space for presence, curiosity, and gentle growth.