Haley Gagliano

Hi there! I’m Haley, a certified Reiki Level II and Integrative Trauma Practitioner (ITP) based in the San Francisco Bay Area. I incorporate a wide range of body-centered healing modalities into my practice, including Biodynamic Breathwork Trauma Release System (BBTRS), Body Trauma Liberation (BTL), mindfulness, movement, and meditation.

Get to Know Me

I am an artist, yogi, outdoor adventurist, and I have big cat lady energy. I’m also an Enneagram 4, Projector in Human Design, predominantly Pitta in Ayurveda, and my personality type is INFP. In other words, I have an intricate inner world and have a drive for purposeful expression and self-discovery. My vulnerability and passion allows me to bring sensitivity to my somatic practice, helping you uncover and embrace your true self – no emotions are unwelcome or “too much” around here!

My magic lies in my ability to hold space for others. I approach our work together with empathy, creativity, and a deep appreciation for your inner world, too. Your unique perspective and inner wisdom are always central to our collaborative journey toward healing and growth.

My Journey

For as long as I can remember I’ve been deeply passionate about mental health and guided by a strong intuition. I always knew I wanted to work in the field. I completed two years of a Master’s program in Mental Health Counseling before realizing that the conventional therapy route was not my path. I also recognized the limitations of conventional talk therapy (alone) based on my personal experience. While making strides in sessions, I continually felt powerless to control my body’s reactions when faced with everyday challenges. Despite understanding my issues intellectually, I felt stuck in a state of fight, flight, or freeze.

This was exacerbated in May 2023, when my partner and I survived a violent crime outside our home in Oakland, CA, while leaving for the airport early in the morning. For the first time, I truly understood that our bodies are in charge and that there’s no way to talk or think your way out of a dysregulated nervous system. The shock trauma turned my world upside down and became one of the major catalysts that led me to explore alternative holistic approaches. Through my own healing journey with somatic and energy practices, something sparked inside me. I knew this modality was my calling. Truly, this work is my JAM.

I know firsthand how debilitating it can be to feel like you have no control over your emotions in response to stress and to feel deeply disconnected from yourself. I am here to show you that there is hope through a different path of healing. Together, we will get out of the head and into the body, honoring your innate wisdom to heal on a physical, emotional, and energetic level.

Let's discover what unfolds when we remove obstacles to healing!