Aubree Sentkowski

Through my own healing journey, I have come to understand the profound importance of attuned spaces where survivors can be witnessed, honored, and supported in their own timing.

Sexual wounding can be one of the deepest and most complex wounds a person can carry, and each survivor’s journey with it is uniquely their own. I am drawn to this work because, in the depths of my own pain, being able to share my experience—without expectation or pressure—was healing in itself. So to be able to offer an energetic space for folks to be seen, witnessed, and met with resources is beyond precious. My passion lies in guiding folks back into their bodies to explore the deep healing that can take place with reconnecting and opening into internal space with an ease that allows authenticity to flow more freely. It feels profoundly meaningful to have gathered the tools I now hold and to offer a diverse, integrative approach that supports people in turning toward what feels most daunting, with care and attunement. 

Healing to me is not about erasing the past but about building the capacity to be with the pain, integrating our experiences, reclaiming our sense of wholeness, and discovering the wisdom that emerges from within. How wonderful would it be to rest into this knowing that there is sacredness in exploring this unique individual life with and amongst this larger interconnectedness.

Trauma-informed care, to me, is about understanding the impacts of trauma, the intersections of identities, and how to hold space with the right lens and sensitivity. It recognizes that we are fluid beings, capable of evolving, adapting, and shifting. 

It’s about meeting each person with deep respect, attunement, and an understanding that healing is not something imposed but something that unfolds when safety and trust are present. It means creating a space where survivors feel seen, where their autonomy is honored, and where the nervous system’s wisdom is trusted in the process. It also means acknowledging that trauma does not exist in isolation—it is shaped by systemic, historical, and cultural contexts, which must be considered in healing work.

My practice is guided by:

Safety & Consent: Every aspect of my sessions are invitational. Clients are encouraged to set the pace, listen to their boundaries, and engage only in ways that feel right for them. I believe that true safety is relational—it’s built through consistency, transparency, and listening. There is an emphasis on sinking a bit more deeply into the human exploration and opening to what it is to be human. A part of this is making mistakes, finding the edges and being curious about connection and allowing our grip on control and perfection to loosen. 

Somatic & Nervous System Awareness: Trauma lives in the body—and so does healing. I support clients in reconnecting with their bodies in ways that feel grounding and resourceful, always honoring their unique window of tolerance. When we acknowledge where we are and begin from that place, we can build momentum and create reference points that support an expanded capacity for life.

Strength-Based & Non-Pathologizing Approach: I do not see survivors as broken—I see them as whole, carrying deep wisdom within their experiences. My role is to support the process of reconnecting to that wholeness without imposing external ideas of what healing “should” look like. I offer witnessing that lives outside the constructs we place on daily life, self-concept, and self-image. In this space, we find liberation through accepting what is and building the momentum to open to what’s to come.

Cultural Humility & Intersectionality: Trauma and healing do not happen in a vacuum. I strive to recognize the ways oppression, privilege, and identity impact each person’s experience of safety and healing, ensuring that my approach is affirming, inclusive, and responsive.

Ongoing Self-Work & Learning: Holding space for others requires deep personal integrity. I am committed to my own healing, ongoing education, and community accountability to ensure I show up with presence, humility, and care.

Trauma impacts every layer of a person—body, mind, spirit, relationships, and sense of self. My work takes a holistic approach, recognizing that healing is not just about processing emotions or shifting thoughts, but about supporting the nervous system, working with the body's innate wisdom, and restoring a deep sense of agency and connection. Also, allowing for growth at every angle to be celebrated, even allowing awareness and curiosity to expand our perception is huge! Within my work I also prioritize integration and really allowing spaciousness to give room for digestion. 

Sexual violence often fractures trust—both in oneself and in the world. My practice supports survivors in rebuilding trust, first and foremost with their own bodies and intuition. Through Transformative Energy Work, somatic integration techniques, and gentle guided inquiry, I help clients create new pathways of safety, resilience, and self-connection.

I work with:

 Nervous System Regulation: Trauma leaves imprints on the nervous system, creating patterns of hypervigilance, dissociation, or shutdown. My work helps to gently restore balance by attuning to what the body needs—whether that’s grounding, soothing, or activating in a safe and intentional way.

Energetic & Somatic Release: Trauma can become stuck, manifesting as tension, numbness, or chronic overwhelm. By working with the body's energy field and physical sensations, I help facilitate the release of stored trauma and invite in more fluidity, ease, and presence.

Emotional Integration: Rather than bypassing pain, I support clients in meeting their emotions with care, curiosity, and self-compassion. We work to untangle the narratives that have been imposed, allowing survivors to reclaim their own truth and understanding.

Restoring a Sense of Self: Trauma often leaves survivors feeling disconnected from their inner voice, desires, and embodied knowing. My work focuses on reconnecting with the wisdom and wholeness that has always been there, helping clients reclaim their sense of agency, worth, and power.

Healing is not about fixing what is broken—it’s about remembering, reclaiming, and integrating. My approach is always gentle, invitational, and attuned to each individual’s pace, allowing healing to unfold in a way that feels empowering and sustainable.

Creating a safe, accessible, and empowering space for survivors is central to my practice. I recognize that each survivor has a unique relationship with their body, emotions, and healing process, and I tailor my approach accordingly. My work is designed to be invitational, adaptable, and rooted in deep listening.

I prioritize:

Clear, ongoing consent in every aspect of the work. I regularly check in throughout the session, ensuring that the client feels centered and has choice. There is never an expectation to engage in anything that does not feel right.

Pacing sessions based on the client’s comfort and readiness. I follow the client’s lead, allowing space to slow down, pause, or shift focus as needed. There is no rush in healing—only honoring what feels possible in the moment. There are times to lean into discomfort and lean out, and I make sure to follow the pacing the client needs in their process.

Offering remote sessions for accessibility. Some survivors may feel safest receiving support from their own space. Virtual sessions allow for flexibility, comfort, and accessibility, ensuring that healing work can happen in a setting that feels most supportive.

Centering choice, autonomy, and collaboration. I approach sessions as a co-creative process, where the client is always in the driver’s seat. I provide options, offer guidance, and invite the client to engage in ways that feel empowering and aligned with their capacity.

Providing a strengths-based approach that empowers rather than pathologizes. I do not view survivors as broken or in need of fixing. Instead, I see them as whole, resilient, and carrying deep wisdom within their experiences. My role is to support their process of reconnecting with their own power.

Flexible communication and boundaries. Some clients may need additional time to build trust before engaging in different depths of work. I offer space for initial conversations, low-pressure check-ins, and clarity on what to expect in sessions.

Trauma-informed grounding and regulation techniques. For clients who experience dissociation, overwhelm, or activation during sessions, I provide gentle tools for nervous system regulation, ensuring that sessions remain within a safe and supportive window of tolerance.

Ultimately, my goal is to create a space where survivors feel deeply seen, respected, and in control of their own healing journey.

LGBTQIA+ Communities – I have worked 1:1 and in group settings with LGBTQIA+ individuals, along with finding how I personally co-weave amongst these communities. I’ve been able to offer trauma-informed support that has the capacity to hold complexity along with recognizing the unique ways systemic oppression, discrimination, and societal narratives impact safety, embodiment, and healing.

Queer, Fem-Bodied & Non-Binary Survivors – My work includes supporting individuals of all identities who have experienced sexual trauma, with particular care for those who identify across the queer and non-binary spectrums. Over the years, I’ve held space one-on-one for survivors as they gently reconnect with their bodies after harm, and seek grounding resources to support presence and regulation. I integrate gentle somatic and energetic approaches to help survivors rebuild a relationship with their bodies in ways that feel safe, affirming, and sovereign.

Peer Support & Mental Health – As a facilitator, I have trained peer support mentors in trauma-informed care and harm reduction approaches. My work focused on equipping individuals with skills to support others through emotional distress, crisis, and personal healing journeys, while emphasizing the importance of boundaries, self-awareness, and non-judgment. 

Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Advocacy for College Students – In my advocacy work, I supported survivors in creating safety plans, navigating institutional systems, and understanding the complexities of care and trauma recovery within educational settings. 

Community-Based Program Management & Systems Awareness-

As a Program Manager at a community center, I worked closely with individuals navigating systemic inequities. This experience deepened my understanding of how trauma intersects with housing insecurity, mental health, and accessibility barriers, and shaped my ongoing commitment to equity, care-based practices, and community organizing. 

Suicide Prevention & Crisis Support – Trained in ASIST, I’ve supported individuals through suicidal states using harm reduction and safety planning. Over time, my approach has shifted toward relational presence and honoring the deeper layers beneath despair—grief, overwhelm, and a longing for change. I meet these moments with care, drawing on peer-led and sacred approaches that respect the complexity of being human.

My work is accountable to the survivors and clients I serve, the communities I am in relationship with, and the mentors and peers who support my continued learning. I continue learning from my Teacher Kenneth Jover and meet once a week for practice, apprenticeship, mentorship, and learning. 

I offer a sliding-scale, and take Venmo, PayPal, and Cash app.