Validating & Healing the Brain-Body Connection
Many of our clients come to us after being told their symptoms are 'all in their head.' We know firsthand that neuroplastic symptoms, chronic pain, and functional disorders are incredibly real—and completely treatable. Black Hills Somatic Solutions was founded to bridge the gap between modern neuroscience and compassionate, individualized mental health care.
Our team brings specialized training in pain psychology, nervous system regulation, and somatic therapy. By combining evidence-based psychological tools with a deep understanding of neuroplasticity, we help you retrain your brain to turn off chronic danger signals.
Conditions & Symptoms We Treat
fibromyalgia and chronic widespread pain
chronic neck, back, or joint pain (unexplained by tissue damage)
persistent musculoskeletal pain/tension
nociplastic pain
neuroplastic symptoms and neural pathway pain
repetitive strain injuries (RSI) such as shin splints
chronic tension headaches and migraines
complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS)
amplified pain syndrome (AMPS)
central sensitization syndrome (CSS)
pelvic pain
plantar fasciitis
carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS)
temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD) and trigeminal neuralgia
other persistent pain
functional neurological symptoms (e.g., nonepileptic seizures)
insomnia and other sleep disorders
post-concussive syndrome
tinnitus, dizziness, or vertigo without clear medical cause (e.g., PPPD)
chronic fatigue and unexplained exhaustion
long-COVID
postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS)
other dysautonomia
multi-sensory sensitization
misophonia
irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
primary raynaud’s disease
medically unexplained symptoms
medical trauma & health-related anxiety
persistent anxiety and trauma responses
FAQs
What therapeutic modalities do you use?
This specialized approach of counseling commonly utilizes a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT), Emotional Awareness and Expression Therapy (EAET), Therapeutic Neuroscience Education, Mindfulness-Based Psychotherapy, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Trauma-Informed Psychotherapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Attachment Neuroscience and Psychodynamic Psychotherapy. Treatment is tailored to each individual person’s needs and preferences. There’s never a hidden agenda. The therapeutic relationship is just as important as the interventions used. Feeling safe and secure in this environment is critical to making progress in your healing journey.
Do you work with people who don’t have a medical condition?
Absolutely. Many of the somatic symptoms people experience by way of their alarmed nervous system are not classified as specific medical conditions, or they might be considered “medically unexplained.” We also work with anxiety disorders, support clients during distressing times in their life, and facilitate deeper connection for couples and families. Our work will always involve knowledge of how life experiences are influencing your nervous system and we will use that knowledge to assist you in establishing a sense of calmness in your life.
How quickly can I expect progress?
This process is completely individualized from one person to the next. Regulating and rewiring the nervous system has a wide range of timelines. We have worked with clients who see relief in a matter of weeks, but we’re also patient with those who have a longer timeline for their individualized journey. No matter how long you have been living with these symptoms, or your age, your nervous system always has the ability to change. With enough patience and the right approach, you can teach an old dog new tricks.