Breathwork & Somatic Healing

Breath is the bridge between mind and body, the only autonomic function we can consciously control. Ancient traditions have long used breath practices for healing and spiritual development. Modern science now validates these approaches, showing how breathing patterns directly affect our nervous system, emotions, and mental state.

Somatic therapy recognizes that trauma and emotional experiences are stored in the body. When we experience overwhelming events, incomplete survival responses become "stuck" in our tissues, creating chronic tension, pain, and emotional reactivity. Somatic approaches help complete these responses and restore natural regulation.

At Algarve Wellness Retreats, we integrate various breathwork and somatic approaches into a comprehensive healing program. From calming practices that soothe an activated nervous system to deeper work that processes stored trauma, we tailor our approach to your needs.

Our facilitators are trained in multiple modalities and create a safe container for whatever emerges. The beautiful natural setting of the Algarve supports the integration of body-based healing work.