Welcome to DreamSomatix – A Journey of Transformation, Learning, and Authenticity

I’m Marilyn Manzi, and at DreamSomatix, I offer a unique blend of global workshops for personal transformation, clinical education for mental health professionals, couples/individual psychotherapy for people in California + Oregon, and support as a Mental Health Consultant for film and television. My work is deeply Jungian-oriented, integrating Dream Psychotherapy©, shadow work, and mythic exploration to help individuals, couples, therapists, and professionals achieve profound personal growth and authentic expression.

Who I Work With:

• Individuals seeking personal growth, trauma recovery, and deeper self-understanding.

• Couples looking to enhance communication, rebuild trust, and strengthen emotional intimacy.

• Mental health professionals eager to integrate Dream Psychotherapy© into their clinical practice to support patients/clients dealing with trauma, sleep disturbances, and personal transformation.

For Individuals & Couples Seeking Psychotherapy in California and Oregon (Online)

Reclaim Your Voice, Confidence, and Inner Peace

Do you long to reconnect with your authentic self while fostering a more fulfilling relationship?Are past experiences of betrayal, exclusion, or social anxiety impacting your ability to trust and feel secure in relationships? Do you and your partner struggle with unresolved conflicts, communication challenges, or feelings of disconnection?

At DreamSomatix, I specialize in helping both individuals and couples navigate the emotional impact of relational wounds, social anxiety, and self-doubt. By working through the wisdom of your dreams, we uncover hidden strengths and reshape internal narratives that may be keeping you stuck in cycles of fear, insecurity, or relational discord.

In our work together, we will:

• Explore dream analysis to uncover the emotional and psychological patterns influencing self-perception, confidence, and relational dynamics.

• Transform the fear of judgment by identifying the roots of social anxiety and working through unconscious defenses.

• Integrate shadow work to embrace hidden aspects of yourself, fostering self-compassion, personal empowerment, and deeper connection with your partner.

• Develop grounding rituals and sleep practices to regulate anxiety, improve rest, and enhance emotional resilience.

• Use mythic storytelling and archetypal exploration to reframe limiting beliefs, strengthening both self-acceptance and relational harmony.

Through Dream Psychotherapy©, we address the unconscious fears and wounds that fuel self-doubt and relational distress, helping you reclaim trust in yourself and your relationships. Whether you're navigating personal growth, couples' challenges, or professional spaces, this work will support you in overcoming social anxiety and stepping into a more confident, authentic life.

If you’re ready to move beyond the shadows of self-doubt and embrace a more confident, connected life, I invite you to begin this journey with me.

For All – Global Workshop: Reclaiming Trust and Pleasure Through Sleep (In Person and Online)

Inspired by the Myth of Psyche and Eros

Are you struggling with disrupted sleep or trauma that affects your ability to rest deeply? Do you long to rebuild trust in yourself, embrace pleasure, and cultivate a healthier relationship with sleep and intimacy? Are you seeking a deeper connection with your dreams and your inner self through transformative tools and mythological storytelling?

This transformative workshop invites individuals and couples to explore trauma recovery through Dream Psychotherapy©, using mythological storytelling and mindful ritual to support growth. Inspired by the myth of Psyche and Eros, this structured journey helps rebuild trust, embrace pleasure, and cultivate a healthier relationship with sleep and connection.

In this workshop, you will:

• Curate your personal myth to unlock deeper insights about your emotional and relational journey.

• Write a letter to Eros, embodying themes of trust, renewal, and self-compassion.

• Create your own morning and sleep rituals, grounded in Dream Psychotherapy© and mythic symbolism.

• Engage in guided meditation with me as your facilitator.

Through these tools, you will enhance pleasure in dreams, improve sleep quality, reduce long-term physiological pain, and improve psychological functioning. This workshop is supported by a series of customizable resources to emphasize personal progress, allowing you to reclaim trust, pleasure, and inner resilience.

Whether you're healing from past trauma, seeking a deeper connection with yourself, or looking to strengthen intimacy in your relationship, this workshop offers a compassionate space for growth.

For Mental Health Professionals (In Person and Online)

I’m an official CAMFT-Approved Continuing Education Provider (CEPA). This recognition allows me to offer approved continuing education for mental health professionals.

Are you interested in integrating Dream Psychotherapy© into your clinical practice to support trauma recovery and address sleep disturbances? Want to learn how to apply Dream Psychotherapy© as an effective intervention for clients/patients dealing with Acute Stress Disorder (ASD) or other trauma-related conditions? Curious about how dream analysis, self-care strategies, and psychosomatic interventions can improve sleep quality, reduce physiological pain, and enhance psychological functioning for your clients/patients?

This presentation will explore the use of Dream Psychotherapy© as a powerful tool for those experiencing trauma-related symptoms. The program spans five weeks, focusing on addressing distressing dreams and sleep disturbances, which are common in trauma cases.

Key components of the therapy include:

• Psychosomatic interventions and dream rescripting.

• Self-care strategies to foster emotional regulation and resilience.

• Clinician-client/patient psychosomatic alignment to achieve therapeutic outcomes.

• Support in mitigating acute trauma through dream analysis and structured psychotherapeutic sessions.

This presentation is designed to provide clinicians with effective tools for supporting people through trauma recovery, improving their overall well-being, and enhancing clinical outcomes.

Mental Health Consultant for Film & TV (In Person and Online)

In the demanding world of film and television, prioritizing mental well-being is essential. As a Mental Health Consultant, I provide guidance to cast, crew, and production teams, ensuring a psychologically safe and supportive set environment.

Working alongside directors, producers, and department heads, I offer confidential support for performance anxiety, stress management, and personal triggers. I assess scripts for responsible mental health portrayals, advise on trauma-sensitive scenes, and implement strategies to prevent emotional strain during production.

Through proactive consultation and crisis management, I help foster resilience, emotional balance, and a healthier creative process—allowing teams to produce their best work while maintaining well-being.

DreamSomatix is here to support you at any stage of your journey—whether through our global workshops, clinical education, couples/individual therapy, or as an on-set mental health consultant. Together, we’ll explore the path to authenticity, pleasure, and self-discovery.