Welcome döhm
Where you feel comfortable meeting the deepest part of yourself.
We want everyone to experience the wonders of life
Life is juicy. It’s full of wonder, curiosity, depth, love, flow—but when your mind and body are stuck in a loop, you can miss the beauty happening around you. The reason we do this work is so that more people can live in the now and experience all the wonders of this precious life.
We believe curiosity is the key to healing
Playful curiosity allows us to form new connections, associations and ways of thinking inside a container of safety.
That’s why we explore bodily sensations and the mind-body connection from a place of curiosity. We’ve found this simple outlook shift integral to breaking down barriers and making the process more approachable and dare we say, playful.
Our values are the heart of our mission
They are the guiding principles that form the foundation of everything we do.
CURIOSITY
We approach everything with a creative mindset.
TRUST
We support your growth with confidence and care.
COMMITMENT
We’re serious about providing the best possible service to our clients.
RESPONSIBILITY
We understand our responsibility to be ethical practitioners.
INCLUSIVITY
We treat everyone with dignity.
Meet Dominika
Founder of Döhm, integrative somatic practitioner
Grief hit me like a truck in my mid-twenties. I was in the middle of grad school and completely lost sight of myself. I lived in a constant fog of work, school, eat, repeat. At some point I looked around and noticed the relationships that I once held close were slipping through the cracks if they hadn’t already disappeared. I knew something had to change.
I tried escaping it. Distracting myself with constant activity, learning without applying, and isolating myself. I tried the traditional methods. I talked about it, wrote about it, and cried about it. At the end of it all, I still felt empty, lost and numb.
That all changed when I discovered somatic therapy. All this time I was looking outward for someone to hold my emotions; they felt too big to hold myself. Somatic therapy flipped this narrative and challenged me to look inward in a way that finally felt natural. I learned to put what was happening in my body, right in front of me. Through this, I discovered that I had the answers all along. By giving my body the space it needed, I was able to release stored emotions and unravel decades of past stories and old memories that no longer served me.
I shed these past truths and found new ways to integrate myself into a loving community, express my queerness authentically and devote myself to something bigger. For the first time in my life I stopped questioning whether I was “too much” or “not enough”. I stopped feeling out of place in my community. I started to feel loved, present, and truly welcomed.
This journey had such a tremendous impact on my life that I devoted myself to help others heal too. If somatic therapy could have such a profound effect on my system, then surely it can help you as well.
After years of studying, practicing, and one-on-one mentorship… the chrysalis cracked open, wings were spread and döhm was born.
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Today I am trained and certified in the following areas:
- Integrative Somatic Trauma Therapy Certification with Embody Lab
- Peter Levine Trauma & Memory Course with Embody Lab
- Astrology Level 1
- Relationship Anxiety Course with Rising Woman
- Reiki Level 1 & 2
- Master of Science from McMaster University
Knowledge and life experience allow me to bring a uniquely sensitive approach to the following topics:
- Life transitions and grief
- Support with gender identity transitions
- Relationship health
- Challenges with gender sexuality and LGBTQ+
- Chronic pain & hormonal disorders (e.g., PMDD, IBD, nerve pain)
"Learning how to be a human being in a world full of human doing."
Book Your Free Discovery Call Today
All of our services start with a discovery call. This gives us a chance to connect and ensure that we’re aligned and that our unique approach would benefit you. These sessions can be coordinated virtually or in-person, based on your comfortability and availability.
Please use the booking portal to schedule your free 15-minute discovery call with Dominika.
We cultivate spaces where the nervous system can exhale
Dominika has a gift that instantly encourages others to engage authentically and feel safe to do so. Their attunement and capacity to meaningfully support each person’s unique journey is incredibly special!”
Abbey Lee Hallett
MSW Student, TransWellness Ontario
“Dominika provided excellent care and has a deep understanding of the mind-body connection. Not only are they very knowledgeable, they also provide a calm and safe environment to heal and reconnect to oneself. I highly recommend Dominika as a practitioner!”
Tony Ammoun
Client, Life to the Fullest Osteopathy and Wellness Clinic
"Many somatic sessions in the past have left me feeling worn and pushed far beyond my edge. My first session with Dominika felt gentle, supportive, and without expectations to perform. Their tender spaceholding allowed me to sink safely into my body and explore what was held within. They are a steady presence and wonderful practitioner to support me on my healing journey."
Alley Biniarz
Client, Community Weaver, Gardener & Storyteller at GrownLadyGrows
Frequently Asked Questions
These are the most common questions we receive. If something you’re curious about isn’t answered here, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us.
Somatic therapy is a body-centered therapeutic approach that helps individuals process trauma and stress by primarily focusing on bodily sensations and the mind-body connection. It engages the body to help regulate the nervous system, release tension and promote healing. The word “somatic” originates from the Greek language meaning “of the body”, derived from “soma” which broadly means, “body”.
Somatic therapy operates on the principle that traumatic experiences can create dysregulation in the nervous system. This can lead to symptoms including (but not limited to) anxiety, depression, chronic pain, insomnia, digestive upset, relationship issues or feeling disconnected from oneself.
During a session, we explore the story behind the emotion, and then dive deeper into the body to process it with ease. We guide clients to:
- Notice bodily sensations
- Observe environmental stimuli
- Understand body position and movement
The body is our wisest tool. Most often than not, it tells us what we need to know.
Common techniques we use in our sessions include:
- Body awareness and scanning exercises
- Breathwork
- Mindful movement (gentle yoga poses or stretching)
- Expressive arts (drawing, writing or dancing to process emotions)
We have paper, drawing tools, soft pillows and fidget toys available in sessions.
A somatic session can involve sitting, standing or gentle yoga poses, depending on the topic of the session and your needs. Bring yourself, an open-mind, and a journal if you desire. Please turn your phone off during our session to avoid interruptions. I invite you to wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing. You will find I am wearing something similar!
Somatic therapy can be used for anyone. Currently, Dominika is trained and accepts clients that are adults (18+ years of age). Somatic therapy can also be useful for young adults (ages 12-17) who have experienced traumatic events. Dominika is working on receiving certifications in developmental psychology to provide therapies for young clients.
We accept several forms of payment including e-transfer, cash, VISA credit and debit. Credit and debit transactions will be subject to a $3.15 service fee.
Our virtual and in-person sessions are located at 400 Chilver Road, Windsor, Ontario, Canada. Bathrooms are available in the building in case you need to change clothing or need a break during our session. My office is located on the second floor and is only accessible with stairs.
For virtual sessions, a zoom link will be sent to your e-mail address prior to each session.
During our sessions, I aim to use simple language without the use of acronyms. I can speak in both English and Polish fluently, and have minor knowledge of American Sign Language.
My office is located in a building that is not wheel-chair accessible. If you require other accommodations for an in-person location, please e-mail hello@dohmsoma.com and we will happily assist you.
Contact Us
We do our best to review and reply to all messages within a week of receiving. We thank you in advance for reaching out to us and look forward to connecting with you.
Ready to meet the deepest part of yourself?
Book your discovery call today to see if döhm is right for you.
