Somatic Reset Program – The Alternative Story

About this package

The counselling service helps individuals, couples, and families process trauma, emotional pain, and long-standing stress. Sessions offer a confidential, supportive space to examine past experiences, understand emotional triggers, and reduce the weight of distressing memories. The process is steady and paced, allowing clients to rebuild inner trust and regain emotional balance. Therapists apply trauma-informed and socially aware methods to strengthen resilience and build healthier coping skills. The focus is on long-term healing, offering a safe, identity-affirming environment that respects lived experiences. This service is not suitable for psychiatric emergencies; such cases require medical or hospital-level care.

What's included

• One-on-one counselling session (online or in-person)
• Initial assessment & emotional screening
• Conjoint/family counselling if applicable
• Flexible fee structure (standard or sliding-scale / Pay-What-You-Want)
• Access to inclusive, trauma-informed therapists
• Ongoing emotional support

Therapies

• Somatic Experiencing

Suitable for

• Men Only
• Women only

Before your session

• Ensure a quiet, private space for online sessions
• Be open and honest about your background and concerns
• Maintain consistency in session timings
• Engage in reflections or emotional work suggested by the therapist
• Communicate discomfort or triggers early

About The Alternative Story

The Alternative Story is a mental health organisation founded in 2018, with about 7+ years of experience providing accessible and inclusive counselling services. Based in Bengaluru (with online reach), it focuses on trauma-informed, queer-affirmative, and culturally sensitive mental health care. The centre offers individual and family counselling, therapy groups, workshops, and professional training, creating a safe, inclusive, and community-oriented environment that supports emotional well-being and personal growth.