A Space to Heal and Reconnect Your Body and Mind.
Specialized EMDR and Somatic Therapy to help you overcome anxiety, set boundaries, and reclaim your life - so you can truly flourish.
Available virtually across California and in-person in San Diego.
Life with anxiety or depression can feel like you’re just surviving — anxious, overwhelmed, disconnected from your body or emotions.
At Body Wisdom Therapy, you’ll find a safe, supportive space to slow down, breathe, and begin to truly heal.
Using evidence-based approaches like EMDR and body-focused therapy, I’ll help you gently explore the roots of your struggles and build resilience from within.
Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, complex trauma, childhood wounds, or burnout —
this is a space where all parts of you are welcome.
You’ve done your best to hold it all together -
but inside you might be feeling:
Anxious and Overwhelmed
Like your mind never shuts off—stuck in cycles of worry, dread, or emotional exhaustion.
Burned Out and Emotionally Drained
Exhausted from juggling everything—work, family, expectations—yet still feeling like it’s not enough.
Disconnected from Yourself
Like you’ve lost touch with who you are, buried under the roles of parent, partner, caregiver, or professional.
Alone or Struggling in Relationships
Even surrounded by people, you may feel isolated, unseen, or overwhelmed by others’ needs.
Stuck in Pain or Past Trauma
Old wounds, unresolved trauma, or postpartum struggles might still be shaping how you feel today.
Parenting or Postpartum Challenges
Triggered by your child’s behavior, overwhelmed by emotions, feeling judged, or facing postpartum depression or worry.
You are not alone. This is where you start reclaiming you.
Hi, I’m Vera McGrath
I’m a licensed therapist based in San Diego, offering online therapy across California. I specialize in trauma-informed care that honors the mind-body connection and supports deep, lasting healing.
With training in EMDR, Somatic Therapy, CBT, and mindfulness approaches, I integrate evidence-based practices with somatic wisdom to help you heal at the root - mind, body and heart.
My approach is warm and collaborative, offering a judgement-free space where you feel seen, supported, and respected. I also understand, both personally and professionally, how hard it can be to carry stress, pain, or trauma that feels like it lives in your body. You’re not alone in this.
I offer practical, compassionate counseling that meets you where you are, and provides real tools to move forward with clarity and confidence. Together, we can identify your goals and begin the path toward meaningful change.
Personalized Therapy for Anxiety, Burnout and Depression
Healing isn’t one-size-fits-all. We’ll explore what you’re going through and tailor a path that fits you best.
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EMDR Therapy
Process and release the emotional weight of past experiences using this evidence-based approach to trauma-healing
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Somatic Therapy
Work directly with the wisdom of your body to identify recurring patterns, access subconscious information, and release trauma held in the body
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Attachment-Focused Therapy
Explore how early relationships shape your present and begin to heal the roots of emotional pain
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns to improve how you feel and respond to life’s challenges
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Mindfulness
Cultivate calm and clarity by learning to stay present in your body, reduce reactivity, and manage emotions with care
Serving adults over 18. Walk and talk therapy also available.
Why Choose Body Wisdom Therapy?
✓ Trauma-Informed & Nervous System-Sensitive
✓ EMDR & Somatic Expertise
✓ Collaborative, Client-Centered Approach
✓ Holistic Healing for Mind, Body, and Heart
✓ Recommended by Psychiatrists, primary physicians, and other therapists
✓ Flexible Virtual Sessions Across California or in-person in San Diego.
"Vera has a rare ability to create a space that feels both deeply safe and genuinely transformative. Her trauma-informed approach goes beyond surface-level strategies. She helps clients reconnect with themselves in a way that’s lasting and empowering. I confidently refer clients to her knowing they’ll be met with compassion, insight, and real tools for healing."
Let’s take a step forward in your healing journey
It takes great courage to reach out for help. Let’s start with a free, 15-minute conversation so you can ask questions, share your goals, and see if I’m the right therapist for you.