An introductory exploration of body-oriented therapeutic approaches – for emotional healing, self-awareness and personal development.
Investment:
MODALITY
Online
DURATION
2 hours
Dates
June 30, 2026
Time
LANGUAGE
English
CERTIFICATION
Mentara
THE foundations class
for body-oriented work.
This open class offers an introductory exploration into the field of Somatic Psychotherapy, presenting the foundations of body-oriented therapeutic approaches and their application in emotional healing, self-awareness, and personal development.
Participants will be introduced to the relationship between body, emotions, nervous system regulation, and psychological processes — through experiential exercises, guided reflection, and theoretical concepts grounded in contemporary somatic approaches.
The workshop provides a safe and interactive space to deepen understanding of how the body stores experiences, emotions, stress, and trauma — while discovering practical tools that support emotional balance, presence, and authentic connection.
What will you take
from this class.
01
Introduce the fundamental principles of Somatic Psychotherapy.
02
Explore the connection between body, mind, emotions and the nervous system.
03
Provide an experiential understanding of biointegrative approaches in psychotherapy.
An introduction
to somatic work.
A first contact with how body-oriented psychotherapy supports personal transformation and relational well-being.
Pioneer and visionary in the field of integral health. Clinical Psychologist, Somatic Psychotherapist, couples therapist, naturopath, homeopath. Director of Mentara in Portugal and Spain.
Her vision and leadership have impacted the lives and well-being of thousands, with transformative repercussions for future generations.
Two hours to begin
your somatic journey.
Questions? geral@mentara.eu
+351 217 935 326 · +351 913 056 007
What to expect
from Mentara Training.
Yes. Open classes have limited seats — registration closes 24 hours before the class begins, or sooner if the class is full.
Open classes are recorded. Registered participants receive a private link to the recording within 48 hours of the live session.
Mentara is a DGERT-certified training center and EAP-accredited (European Association for Psychotherapy). Participants who attend the full class receive a certificate of attendance.
Yes — this open class is designed as an introduction. It welcomes both healthcare professionals and anyone curious about somatic approaches to emotional well-being.
Certificate of
vocational training
The training is provided by Mentara, ensuring compliance with the quality standards required for vocational training in Portugal.
At the end of the course, participants who meet the assessment and attendance criteria receive a nationally recognized Vocational Training Certificate.
National certificate
Issued via the SIGO platform.
The training is provided by Mentara—an organization certified by DGERT, ensuring compliance with the quality standards required for vocational training in Portugal.
At the end of the course, participants who meet the assessment and attendance criteria receive a Vocational Training Certificate, issued through the SIGO platform and recognized nationwide.
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