Vanda de Vasconcelos e Sousa

Vanda is the founder and creative force behind Soma Groove — a living, breathing movement that bridges somatics, dance therapy, nervous system work, bodywork, energy healing, breath, ecstatic dance, shadow work and music therapy into deeply human experiences of transformation. Her work invites people back into the body — to feel, release and remember who they are beneath the noise.Over the years, she has guided hundreds of people through retreats, 1:1 sessions, group journeys, and long-term online containers, sharing her work across Portugal and internationally with a growing global community. Her spaces are known for their deep attunement, sensitivity, and strong presence — a place where people often say they feel immediately safe, and where all parts of them are allowed to exist.Through Soma Groove, Vanda continues to explore the meeting point between movement, healing, and consciousness — merging spirituality and ritual with cutting edge science, supporting others to meet their emotions as allies, integrate their stories through the body, and awaken the healer within.Her path continues to expand through collaborations, guest teachings, podcast invitations and trainings, where she shares not only the method but the essence of embodies truth— guided by rhythm, awareness, and heart.Those who journey with her often describe the experience as coming home to themselves — like exhaling after holding your breath for too long.Come as you are. Leave as more of yourself.