About Stevie: A Trauma-Informed Somatic Therapist in Prairie Village, KS
Stevie Olson-Spiegel is a trauma therapist in Kansas City, specializing in somatic therapy, EMDR, intuitive eating, and touch therapy.
My story of becoming a therapist in Kansas City, what somatic therapy has meant for me, and how I have created a space for healing.
I have been writing blogs for my website for over a year and a half now, but I have never formally introduced myself on this platform. I thought it was about time that I do that.
I’d love to tell you a bit about my trauma therapy background, how I came to be a somatic therapist, the environment I have created in my office in the Kansas City area, and what it is like to work with a therapist at Embodied Healing. So, if you’re interested in that sort of thing, let’s chat!
Stevie’s Journey to Becoming a Trauma-Informed Therapist in Kansas City
I actually studied Spanish as an undergraduate at the University of Missouri-Kansas City. I thought I wanted to do interpretation in hospitals or perhaps in the political realm, but then quickly realized that what I enjoyed most about speaking with others was actually building connections.
From there (after my husband and I decided to teach english in Spain for a bit), I got my Master’s in Social Work from Appalachian State University. I honestly still wasn’t sure if I wanted to work in public policy or go into micro work like individual therapy or case management. That changed after I worked for a domestic violence shelter in a small county in Appalachia. I fell in love with the work and was fascinated by helping people with trauma.
My husband and I moved back home to the Kansas City area, and I landed a job at the Family Conservancy, where I did in-home therapy for Spanish-speakers, working with parents with postpartum depression in Wyandotte County. What an experience that was! While I mainly utilized Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, I quickly began to realize that trauma was a huge reason why people were displaying symptoms of depression.
From there, I opened a private practice with two other therapists in Brookside, and it was then when I started to study trauma interventions like EMDR and Somatic Experiencing. In 2025, I opened the Embodied Healing Collective in Prairie Village, Kansas, providing somatic therapy and trauma therapy for those needing healing. This has been a long time coming and an absolute joy to be a part of.
What Is Somatic Therapy?
Somatic therapy is a body-based approach to trauma treatment that recognizes trauma is stored not just in our thoughts, but in our nervous system and physical body. Modalities like EMDR and Somatic Experiencing work with the body’s stress response to help release stored trauma and restore a felt sense of safety, rather than relying on talk alone.
Meet the Embodied Healing Team: Our Trauma-Informed Therapists
Because I can't do it alone and I value the different perspectives that other therapists bring, I have brought on two amazing trauma-informed therapists, Lauren Bradley and Kathryn Megee. They both bring their own life experiences, expertise, perspectives, and deeply compassionate and knowledgeable lenses to this work that is invaluable to the culture here at Embodied Healing in Kansas City.
Lauren Bradley, LPC, PLPC
Trauma-Informed Individual & Couples Therapist
Kathryn Megee, LMSW
Trauma-Informed Individual, Adolescent, & Couples Therapist
Both Lauren and Kathryn are studying somatic therapy and are well-versed in areas such as, but not limited to:
Needless to say, I am immensely proud of the team I have built!
From the moment you fill out an inquiry on our website or call us to schedule a consultation for trauma therapy, or goal is to make sure that you are comfortable and taken care of. Trauma healing starts the minute you engage with us until the moment you leave. The therapeutic relationship is our top priority, and safety is a big piece of that.
What to Expect at Our Prairie Village Therapy Office
Our office space is extremely important to us. Located right off of State Line in Prairie Village, we are accessible from many different parts of the greater Kansas City area. We wanted to be in a place that allowed people to come to us before, during, and after their work days. Also, this area can be a very fun place to take a walk around after sessions!
Some of our favorite places in Prairie Village are:
When you come into our Prairie Village office, we have complimentary coffee, tea, water, and sodas for you to enjoy before your therapist comes and gets you for your appointment. Our therapy spaces prioritize comfort, allowing you to choose where you sit, how much light is on in the space, and where you put your attention (we have fidgets, things to color with, or even different ways you can position your body so that you don’t have to make eye contact the whole session.) We want you to feel as comfortable as possible, because having choice is a very important corrective experience for those who have experienced trauma.
Ready to Start Your Trauma Healing Journey?
Are you just starting your trauma healing journey in Kansas City and need some help? Our therapists at Embodied Healing KC are taking clients and are ready to work with you! We take the opportunity to be with you on your path towards healing as such an honor, and we cherish each relationship we make with our clients.
Happy Healing! xx
Start Your Trauma Healing Journey With Somatic Therapy
At Embodied Healing KC, our trauma-informed therapists guide you with compassion and skill, helping you safely process emotions and build resilience. If you are ready to start healing from trauma and would like some support, reach out! Trauma-informed therapist Lauren Bradley has immediate openings and is ready to help you on your journey.
Frequently Asked Questions About Embodied Healing KC
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Stevie is a Kansas City-based, trauma-informed therapist who founded Embodied Healing Collective in Prairie Village, Kansas in 2025, after years of experience in individual therapy, in-home counseling, and trauma-focused private practice.
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Somatic therapy incorporates the body and nervous system into the healing process, rather than focusing on thoughts and conversation alone. Approaches like EMDR and Somatic Experiencing help clients process trauma that may be stored physically, not just cognitively.
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Embodied Healing Collective is located near State Line in the greater Kansas City area, making it accessible from many parts of the metro for sessions before, during, or after the workday.
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The team draws on a range of trauma-informed modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, the Gottman Method, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
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From your first inquiry through your first session, the goal is to help you feel comfortable and safe. Clients can choose where they sit, how much light is in the room, and have access to fidgets and other comfort items during sessions.
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You can start by filling out an inquiry on the Embodied Healing Collective website or calling to schedule a consultation. The team is currently accepting new clients ready to begin their trauma healing journey.
Stevie Olson-Spiegel is a Licensed Therapist and Somatic Experiencing Practitioner located in Kansas City. She uses Somatic Experiencing as her main body-based trauma healing modality, as well as EMDR. As an Intuitive Eating Counselor, she uses these principles to help her clients challenge their relationship with their cultural misconceptions about their body and food.
Meet Stevie, founder of Embodied Healing Collective. Learn her path to becoming a trauma-informed somatic therapist in Prairie Village, Kansas.