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Somatic Experiencing (SE) and the SIBAM Model
In Peter Levineโs Somatic Experiencing (SE) therapy for Trauma, the acronym SIBAM stands for Sensation, Imagery, Behavior, Affect, and Meaning, offering a structured pathway for engaging with trauma through the body and mind.
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