Somatic psychotherapy
Talk therapy and body awareness together, for trauma, anxiety, burnout, ADHD and neurodivergence, relationships, emotional overwhelm and reconnecting with yourself.
$180 for 60 minutes$130 concession · packs of five available
Somatic psychotherapy · Yoga therapy · Melbourne
We’re not just here to heal. We’re here to live.
Somatic psychotherapy, yoga therapy, classes and community with Charli Grace, for the messy, tender and joyful seasons of being human.
PACFA Certified Practising Member
Online, in person and home visits
Trauma-informed and neurodivergent-affirming
Healing isn’t linear
We can’t always be the butterfly.
We move through seasons of growth, change, rest and renewal. Sometimes we’re ready to spread our wings; other times, we’re cocooning, finding our footing or sitting in the mud puddle, unsure of what comes next.
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The egg
Beginnings, possibility and taking the first steps, even when we don’t know what comes next.
02
The caterpillar
Exploring, learning, nourishing ourselves and meeting life through curiosity and play.
03
The chrysalis
Retreating, resting and processing, letting change happen beneath the surface, even when it looks like nothing is happening.
04
Emergence
Navigating change and uncertainty, and discovering new parts of ourselves.
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The butterfly
Aliveness, connection, freedom and joy. Not a final destination, but moments of feeling connected to ourselves and the world around us.
Because we don’t have to be in bloom to be exactly where we need to be.
I believe healing isn’t linear, and we don’t need to rush ourselves through the difficult parts. My work is about meeting you where you are, making space for all that you are, and gently reconnecting with yourself, others and the things that bring you joy.
Offerings
Ways to work together
Start wherever feels kindest. Not sure where? Book a free 15 minute chat and we’ll work it out together.
Somatic yoga therapy
Individualised, body-based sessions with movement, breath, mindfulness and somatic awareness, supporting nervous system regulation and embodiment. Sessions up to 90 minutes.
Enquire for ratesRates vary with group size and space
Yoga and Pilates
Group classes that make space to move, slow down and come back to your body, including Yinyasa with Charli at Tender Place.
Book through Tender PlaceSee the timetable for times
Yoga therapy and facilitation
I work as a yoga therapist with Safe Steps, supporting people impacted by domestic and family violence. I also deliver tailored yoga therapy, workshops and group programs in homes, workplaces, organisations and community settings.
Tailored to your groupEnquire for a proposal
Workshops, women’s circles and community
Spaces to come together around connection, embodiment, play and joy, because we don’t have to navigate everything alone.
New dates coming soonJoin the newsletter to hear first
B2BASE
A shared offering Tayla and I facilitate together, focused on burnout, nervous system support, movement, rest and sustainable wellbeing.
Run with TaylaFollow B2BASE for upcoming sessions
My approach
Less about fixing, more about exploring together.
Somatic psychotherapy explores the relationship between the mind and body, and how our experiences and relationships shape the way we feel, respond and move through the world. Rather than only talking about what’s happening, we also notice what’s happening in the body: sensations, emotions, nervous system responses and patterns.
My approach is trauma-informed, embodied and relational, at a pace that feels right for you. It’s a collaborative process, never me telling you how to fix yourself. The aim isn’t only to cope or survive, but to feel more connected to yourself, your relationships and the things that bring you joy.
- Resource therapy
- Parts work
- Somatic experiencing
- Attachment theory
- Ideal parent work
- Visualisation
Consistency is key
Even the weeks you’re feeling good are valuable. You’re more resourced, so we can go even deeper into the real work. Trauma reprocessing comes later, once safety and trust are well established. That’s why I offer packs of five sessions.
Neurodivergent nervous systems
Many of the people I work with have ADHD or are neurodivergent. Together we build practical, body-based ways to regulate the nervous system, so you have more of your own tools to draw on, alongside whatever support you and your doctor decide is right for you.
Community
We heal in relationship, not in isolation.
Individual therapy can be incredibly valuable, and there’s also something powerful about being witnessed, understood and connected with others who are navigating their own experiences.
That’s what draws me to group work, women’s circles and community offerings: spaces where people can feel a sense of belonging, share experiences and remember they’re not alone in what they’re going through.
Gatherings and workshops →
A gentle check in
Where is your nervous system right now?
Slide to where you are today. Both ends are the nervous system doing what it learned to do. Neither is wrong. The moment of noticing is the moment choice becomes available.
Your window
Present, connected and able to choose how you respond.
Too littleYour windowToo much
Classes
Move with me.
Come and practise with me at Tender Place. My Yinyasa classes blend slow, grounding yin with gentle flow, a space to soften, breathe and come home to your body.
Reviews
Kind words from the mat.
5.0
★★★★★
Class reviews for Charli at Sol Method“I have been attending Charli’s yoga classes and somatic events for the past year. Charli’s depth of knowledge, experience and genuine passion for her work shine through in the way she facilitates each session. She thoughtfully weaves together movement, breathwork and somatic practices, drawing on a range of traditions and cultural influences to create experiences that feel both grounding and enriching. She has a natural ability to create a space where you feel safe, supported and held, allowing you to slow down, tune into your body and reconnect with yourself. Her approach feels considered, inclusive and deeply embodied, and I always leave her sessions feeling more grounded, connected and at ease. I would highly recommend Charli’s classes and workshops to anyone looking to deepen their relationship with themselves through movement and embodied practice.”
★★★★★
“Hands down the best class I have ever been to. If you can see Charli, please do it.”
★★★★★
“This is a really nice cozy space. Charli was absolutely amazing. From her soothing voice to the beautiful balanced sequence, an absolutely nourishing experience. Thank you!”
★★★★★
“Beautiful class. Charli’s voice is made for this type of class.”
★★★★★
“I loved the progression of the class and how the instructor made the class feel very inclusive, especially as the only male in the room.”
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“So amazing, so relaxing. Charli was great!”
★★★★★
“Perfect end to the day.”
Gallery
Moments from the space.
Circles, classes and the little moments in between. Tap any photo or video to see it full size.
About
Meet Charli
Hi, I’m Charli. My background is in nursing and health promotion, and I also studied naturopathy, which deepened my interest in a holistic understanding of health. Yoga, meditation and breathwork have long been part of my life, and over time these threads came together in somatic psychotherapy.
My own healing journey has been anything but linear. After living with and recovering from C-PTSD, I tried everything: every modality, practitioner and quick fix I could find, always looking outside myself for the answer. What I eventually realised was that the tools were within me all along, in my relationship with my body, my emotions and the people around me. Somatic therapy, yoga and community became the heart of that, and they changed how I understand healing.
I’m also neurodivergent, and I’ve chosen to support my own nervous system through somatics, yoga and connection. That lived experience shapes how I sit with every client. I haven’t just studied this work, I’ve lived it, and I know how much it matters to be met with understanding rather than judgement.
In 2025 I taught yoga and meditation in Sumba, Morocco and Spain, and trained in Mexico, Nepal and Byron Bay. The places, teachers and communities I’ve learnt from shape how I work: curious, grounded and connected to nature, movement and people.
Play is where we live. We don’t have to wait until we’re completely healed to enjoy our lives.
Gatherings and workshops
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From the journal
Reflections and gentle psychoeducation, coming soon.
- The window of toleranceComing soon
- Attachment and connectionComing soon
- Burnout, rest and the nervous systemComing soon
- Embodiment and emotional regulationComing soon
- Play, community and everyday joyComing soon
Questions
Good to know
What happens in the free 15 minute chat?
It’s a relaxed conversation to see whether we’re a good fit, with no pressure to book anything further. You can share a little about what you’re looking for, ask questions, and we’ll work out the best next step together.
Do you offer online sessions?
Yes. Somatic psychotherapy is available online, in person, or as a home visit. Choose what suits you when you request a booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Somatic psychotherapy is $180 for a 60 minute session, or $130 for concession. Packs of five sessions are also available. Somatic yoga therapy rates vary with group size and space, so please enquire.
Why are packs of five recommended?
Consistency is key in psychotherapy. Regular sessions build the safety and trust that deeper work needs, and even the weeks you’re feeling good are valuable, because you’re more resourced to go deeper.
Do you work with ADHD and neurodivergence?
Yes. Many of the people I work with are neurodivergent, and it’s part of my own lived experience too. We focus on practical, body-based ways to regulate the nervous system, alongside whatever support you and your doctor decide is right for you.
Where can I join a class?
I teach at Tender Place. You’ll find my classes, including Yinyasa with Charli, on the Tender Place timetable.
Request a booking
Begin gently.
Start with a free 15 minute chat to see whether we’re a good fit, with no pressure to book anything further.
- Share a littleTell Charli what you’re looking for and the times that suit you.
- Charli replies personallyShe’ll confirm a time or suggest the best next step.
- Nothing is locked inUntil you hear back and you’re happy to go ahead.
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