Ely Shipley, PhD, CHT
Somatic Coach & Integration Specialist
Seattle WA
My work is highly individualized, intuitive, and collaborative. I meet clients where they are—with warmth, depth, and respect for the complexity of their inner world.
Sessions may include:
Somatic tracking and body awareness
Guided hypnotherapy or inner journeying
Creative processes to access intuition and self-expression
Integration of psychedelic experiences (both subtle and profound)
Support for chronic illness, grief, and identity exploration
I work best with individuals who are ready for inner exploration—not quick fixes. Many of my clients are thoughtful and sensitive, yet may struggle with overwhelm, existential questioning, or a disconnection from meaning. Some are integrating major psychedelic experiences; others are seeking to reawaken a deeper sense of purpose and embodiment.
With over 25 years of experience as a university professor, award-winning poet, and published author, I bring a unique blend of intellectual depth, creative insight, and somatic sensitivity to my work. My professional path weaves together body-based therapy, altered-state integration, and creative practices to support those navigating complex emotional terrain.
My practice is especially resonant for deep feelers and creatives, and those who identify as neurodivergent, queer, trans, or who live with chronic illness. I offer a highly personalized space for transformation that honors the subtle, often nonlinear nature of healing.
I hold certifications in Hakomi Mindful Somatic Psychotherapy, hypnotherapy, and transformational coaching, and I’m currently completing the Somatic Experiencing® Professional Training Program.
Each offering is a doorway into deeper connection—with your body, your psyche, your creativity, and your evolving spiritual path. My work is customized and responsive, integrating ritual, creative practices, and somatic techniques that emerge from your own inner landscape.
Psychedelic Integration Sessions
1:1 support before and after psychedelic journeys (including, but not limited to psilocybin, ayahuasca, MDMA, or 5 MeO-DMT experiences). These sessions support grounding, insight, and emotional regulation.
Somatic & Creative Healing Sessions
Ongoing work that blends somatic therapy, nervous system work, and creative inquiry. Ideal for those navigating long-term transformation, illness, or identity shifts.
Spiritual Mentoring for Deep Feelers & Seekers
For those on a spiritual path who want guidance that honors nuance, mystery, and embodiment—not spiritual bypassing.
Private Intensives & Retreat Preparation
Curated 1:1 support for those preparing for or integrating immersive retreat experiences, including work with plant medicines or contemplative practices.