Meet Nate Ewert | Somatic Practitioner, Breathwork Facilitator

We had the good fortune of connecting with Nate Ewert and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Nate, what was your thought process behind starting your own business?
Starting Somatic Synergies came from a really simple (and honestly very personal) realization: I didn’t want to do bodywork in a way that felt rushed, generic, or disconnected from the real human experience underneath the pain. I kept meeting people who had tried “all the usual things” for chronic tension, injuries, anxiety, and stress—and they were still stuck. I knew there had to be a space where someone could be fully seen, listened to, and worked with in a way that honored their whole system: body, breath, emotions, and nervous system.
My thought process was basically: If I’m going to devote my life to healing work, I want to do it with integrity and depth. I wanted the freedom to create sessions that were truly customized—where I could blend therapeutic massage, myofascial/trigger point work, breathwork, and trauma-informed somatic support based on what the person in front of me actually needed that day, not what a menu or a timer said we were “supposed” to do.
And on a practical level, I also wanted to build something sustainable—something that could grow beyond just me over time. A place that feels grounded, safe, and welcoming, where healing isn’t treated like a luxury or a quick fix, but as a real process. Starting my own business was my way of creating the kind of healing environment I wished more people had access to—one where you don’t have to power through alone, and where your body gets to finally exhale.

Alright, so for those in our community who might not be familiar with your business, can you tell us more?
Somatic Synergies Integrated Healing is a trauma-informed healing center in Lakewood serving the Denver metro area. We help people who are living with chronic pain, stress/anxiety, sports injuries, and nervous system dysregulation—especially the folks who’ve “tried everything” and still don’t feel like themselves. Our work blends therapeutic massage and advanced bodywork with breathwork, energy work, and somatic trauma-release approaches, so each session is truly customized to the person in front of us (not a one-size-fits-all routine).
What sets us apart is the depth and integration. I’ve spent decades studying and practicing a wide range of modalities—sports massage, myofascial release, cupping, gua sha, trigger point therapy, breathwork, mindfulness coaching, and more—and I don’t treat those like separate services. I weave what’s needed into one cohesive healing experience. People often come in thinking they just need their shoulder fixed, and they leave realizing their whole system has been holding stress for years. I’m most proud of creating a space where clients feel safe, seen, and empowered—where healing is not about “pushing through,” but learning how to listen to the body and come back into balance.
Business-wise, I’ve been at this for over a decade, and it definitely wasn’t “easy.” The work itself has always felt aligned, but building a sustainable business while holding deep space for people takes real stamina. Some of the biggest challenges were learning how to wear all the hats—practitioner, scheduler, marketer, business owner—and not burn out. I overcame that by staying committed to my own practices (rest, movement, meditation, ongoing learning), getting clear about what kind of clients and environment I wanted to serve, and letting the business grow in a grounded way. Word of mouth has been our strongest driver, and I’ve learned that when you focus on real results and real relationships, the right people find you.
The biggest lessons I’ve learned are: consistency matters more than intensity, boundaries are part of healing (for practitioners too), and you can’t build something lasting if you’re disconnected from your own body. What I want the world to know about Somatic Synergies is that we’re here for the long game. We’re not selling quick fixes—we’re supporting real transformation. If you’ve been carrying pain, stress, or trauma in your body and you’re tired of doing it alone, there is another way. Healing is possible, and it can be deeply human, practical, and empowering all at once.

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
If my best friend came to Denver for a week and I wanted them to have the best time ever, I’d give them the full Colorado experience: iconic views, real hikes, and a few meals that feel like a reward at the end of a big day.
We’d start with a great dinner to kick things off—Atelier in Uptown is one of my favorites. It’s a small French bistro that feels warm and intimate, and it sets the tone for the week: quality, grounded, no fuss. The next day I’d take them on a scenic drive up Lookout Mountain for that “okay, this is why people love Colorado” view, then head down to Golden to wander and hang by the creek. It’s a perfect mix of nature and a mellow town vibe.
Midweek is all about the heavy hitters. Red Rocks is non-negotiable—if there’s a show, we’re going, and if there isn’t, we’re still going. Walking the steps and taking in the landscape is its own experience. Then I’d plan at least one true hiking day—something with a payoff view and enough challenge to feel earned, but not so intense that it wipes you out for the rest of the trip. Denver’s special because you can be in the city and still get out into big nature fast, so I’d make sure we take advantage of that.
And because I’m me, I’d balance all that “go-go-go” with a little restoration. After a big outdoor day, I’d take them to Osteria Marco—great food, great atmosphere, and it feels like a proper celebration meal. I’d also build in at least one slower day with a park walk, coffee, and time to just breathe and take it all in. That’s the real magic of this area: you can have an epic adventure and still come back to yourself.

Shoutout is all about shouting out others who you feel deserve additional recognition and exposure. Who would you like to shoutout?
So many people along the way have helped nurture and help me create what is happening at Somatic Synergies now. All the clients who have stuck with me through all the iterations, my wife for always telling me ideas are great or not so great, the many mentors and Michael Singer’s book, The Surrender Experiment.

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