Body Talk Podcast

In this episode of Body Talk , we welcome Dr. Leslie Ann Costello , psychologist, bioenergetic therapist, and author of Helping Mothers, Helping Babies: Somatic Perinatal Psychotherapy. Leslie describes herself as a bit of a hybrid, born and raised in New England, now living in Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada. In a beautiful twist of history, she later discovered that her grandparents were actu...

In this detailed discussion, Dr. Bob Coffman, a clinical psychologist based in Los Angeles, delves deep into his extensive career and experience in psychodynamic psychotherapy, bioenergetics, and other somatic treatment modalities since 1973.   He recounts his personal journey into bioenergetics that began with an impactful class at the University of Southern California, where he discovered the pr...

In this episode of Body Talk , Maring sits down with Dylan for a first look into our mini-series highlighting clients in bioenergetic therapy. With a background in psychology and sociology, Dylan shares their two-and-a-half-year journey transitioning from traditional talk therapy to a somatic approach. They reflect on early challenges, key breakthroughs, and the transformative power of bioenergeti...

Dante Morett, PhD has dedicated over 20 years to working with movement groups and body psychotherapy groups across the globe, including in California, Portugal, Poland, and Moscow. As a psychologist specializing in bioenergetic analysis, Dante integrates group psychoanalysis techniques from Pichon Riviere and Rene Kaes into his therapeutic practice. His work is profoundly influenced by his extensi...

In our latest episode, we dive deep into the world of bioenergetic analysis with the remarkable Homayoun 🌟 From his early fascination with Wilhelm Reich's work to his transformative journey in body psychotherapy, He shares profound insights into the relational aspects of therapy. We discuss how true healing happens through connection, mirroring, and the powerful role of the therapeutic relationsh...

In this episode we delved into Jim's profound journey into Bioenergetics, exploring its life-changing impact. Jim shared how this powerful practice helped him connect deeply with his emotions and body, spurred by a lifelong pursuit of self-discovery. His unique blend of art and Bioenergetics brings an emphasis on creativity, community, and healing. One notable takeaway: "It's about recognizing we'...

In this episode, Fernando Suarez shares his personal journey into Bioenergetic therapy, starting from his early life in San Diego to his introduction to Bioenergetics through his therapist, Garet Bedrosian. Fernando delves into his experiences with various forms of therapy, his passion for breathwork, the impact of spiritual practices, and how he has integrated Bioenergetics into his life. He disc...

Vincentia Schroeter, PhD. has practiced as a Bioenergetic Analyst since 1980. She is past editor of the clinical journal of Bioenergetics (2008-2018), is a member of SCIBA, and teaches nationally and internationally as part of the IIBA faculty. -- In this episode, co-host Maring interviews Vin, an expert in bioenergetics, about the profound ways in which somatic therapy intersects with attachment...