SOMA,
SOUL,
CEREMONY.

You've reached a threshold you can't think your way across.

The tightness in your shoulders, the lump in your throat, and the buzzing in your chest are not symptoms, they’re wisdom. They’re an invitation. Here, we honor the soma and trust the soul's journey. We bridge the two through ceremony – reverent practices of breath, sound, expression, and embodiment.

Pain is a portal. Your body is the map.

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Hi, I’m Megan Shaina Bakva.

Depth-oriented somatic therapist · Breath + sound facilitator · Writer · Dog mom · Los Angeles, CA

I am not who I am because I am a somatic therapist. I am a somatic therapist because of who I am. 

I once moved through life with urgency and vigilance, braced and breathless as I shifted into the shapes each relationship or job asked of me. Through somatic therapy, what was once vigilant monitoring became a steady, kind presence and what was once braced became fluid. I learned to not only hold, but belong to myself. 

If you are sensitive, soulful, a seeker or a disruptor – if you are craving a more harmonious, grounded, and aligned life – I'm honored to walk side-by-side with you, bearing compassionate witness to your being and your becoming.

MY STORY

  • "Creative, intuitive, and compassionate therapist. Her holistic approach allows for deep and significant healing."

    —Colleague

  • "Extremely helpful to me in working through my trauma. So easy to talk to, so patient and present. I feel so seen, heard, and cared for. She is direct but gentle and is able to challenge my thoughts in the most helpful ways."

    —Client

  • "Elegantly distills language and wisdom in a way that I can feel in my body and heart."

    –Client

  • "Megan's compassion, kindness, and therapeutic skill make me feel reassured and confident with referring clients to her for collaborative care."

    –Collaborative Care Doctor

On the threshold?

I offer a free mini-session to connect, ask questions, and experience my offerings. If it feels aligned, we’ll go over next steps and book your first session.

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