Somatic Counselling in Nottingham
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And as a Somatic Experience Practitioner-In-Training, I work with sensations and activations stored within the body as a result of past experiences and trauma.
I know all too well (believe me!) that there’s often no ‘quick fix’ to some of life’s curveballs, but with patience and regular therapy sessions I can help you reach a place of emotional regulation, to learn about and meet your ‘wants and needs’ in order to feel a sense of meaningful connection both with yourself, and others.
And as a Somatic Experience Practitioner-In-Training, I work with sensations and activations stored within the body as a result of past experiences and trauma.
I know all too well (believe me!) that there’s often no ‘quick fix’ to some of life’s curveballs, but with patience and regular therapy sessions I can help you reach a place of emotional regulation, to learn about and meet your ‘wants and needs’ in order to feel a sense of meaningful connection both with yourself, and others.
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Physical health psychology, ME/CFS, Fibromyalgia, Post viral fatigue, Long covid, Somatic & functional neurological conditions.
I understand that life can be overwhelming, but I’m here to guide you through those obstacles. My goal is to help you understand yourself more deeply through your journey with me, and get you back on track. My sessions are designed to unravel painful issues and provide you with effective tools to be able to heal. Taking action creates a sense of liberation and a feeling of letting go of the despair associated with insignificance and meaningless. It creates a feeling of growth and promotes the embracing of life and to exist with wonder and curiosity. I've been honoured to be endorsed by Her Grace the Duchess of Rutland and Source.
Physical health psychology, ME/CFS, Fibromyalgia, Post viral fatigue, Long covid, Somatic & functional neurological conditions.
I understand that life can be overwhelming, but I’m here to guide you through those obstacles. My goal is to help you understand yourself more deeply through your journey with me, and get you back on track. My sessions are designed to unravel painful issues and provide you with effective tools to be able to heal. Taking action creates a sense of liberation and a feeling of letting go of the despair associated with insignificance and meaningless. It creates a feeling of growth and promotes the embracing of life and to exist with wonder and curiosity. I've been honoured to be endorsed by Her Grace the Duchess of Rutland and Source.
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We are all unique and present different ranges of issues requiring highly tailored therapy. As a UKCP accredited, Clinical Integrative Psychotherapist, qualified (with Distinction), at MSc level. I work in a relational/humanistic way, offering myself, my knowledge, and life experience to an extensive range of clients, to encourage growth and healing. Commissioned to work with the Nottinghamshire Police, BAME Crown Prosecution Service, NHS, whilst supporting Employee Assistance Programmes (EAP) and private patients with issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma and grief, childhood trauma and relationship issues.
We are all unique and present different ranges of issues requiring highly tailored therapy. As a UKCP accredited, Clinical Integrative Psychotherapist, qualified (with Distinction), at MSc level. I work in a relational/humanistic way, offering myself, my knowledge, and life experience to an extensive range of clients, to encourage growth and healing. Commissioned to work with the Nottinghamshire Police, BAME Crown Prosecution Service, NHS, whilst supporting Employee Assistance Programmes (EAP) and private patients with issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma and grief, childhood trauma and relationship issues.
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Life comes with many challenges, however, sometimes it can feel like a never-ending battle of difficulties that are being thrown our way. Do you just want to go into hiding, yet feel lonely, lost, or numb to life? Are you feeling anxious or overwhelmed and struggling to maintain healthy relationships? Maybe you already know your issues or concerns and would like to explore these with a non-judgmental other and in a safe environment? Taking steps and reaching out to a therapist can be difficult, especially if it's your first time in therapy. It may evoke many fears and emotions, either from our past or present experiences.
Life comes with many challenges, however, sometimes it can feel like a never-ending battle of difficulties that are being thrown our way. Do you just want to go into hiding, yet feel lonely, lost, or numb to life? Are you feeling anxious or overwhelmed and struggling to maintain healthy relationships? Maybe you already know your issues or concerns and would like to explore these with a non-judgmental other and in a safe environment? Taking steps and reaching out to a therapist can be difficult, especially if it's your first time in therapy. It may evoke many fears and emotions, either from our past or present experiences.
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Hi, I’m Lydia. Thank you for looking at my profile. It can feel like a massive step to start therapy and I want to acknowledge your decision to do something worthwhile for you and your well-being. Finding the right therapist can be even harder, especially when a lot of the profiles are saying similar things. I support individuals aged 18+ who are seeking understanding, healing, and personal growth, whilst striving to live a more fulfilling life, perhaps even experience joy! I feel honoured to work with those that allow me to join them on their journey.
Hi, I’m Lydia. Thank you for looking at my profile. It can feel like a massive step to start therapy and I want to acknowledge your decision to do something worthwhile for you and your well-being. Finding the right therapist can be even harder, especially when a lot of the profiles are saying similar things. I support individuals aged 18+ who are seeking understanding, healing, and personal growth, whilst striving to live a more fulfilling life, perhaps even experience joy! I feel honoured to work with those that allow me to join them on their journey.
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Integrative theory, practice principles & research evidence inform & underpin my personal approach to understanding clients presenting issues and deeper-rooted problems. These are utilised to educate, inform & support clients to make links to reoccurring themes in their lives whilst the therapeutic relationship supports progress towards identified goals.
Integrative theory, practice principles & research evidence inform & underpin my personal approach to understanding clients presenting issues and deeper-rooted problems. These are utilised to educate, inform & support clients to make links to reoccurring themes in their lives whilst the therapeutic relationship supports progress towards identified goals.
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In a world where people seem more connected to their phones than each other, it's rare to find someone who has dedicated time and space just for you. Someone willing to walk alongside you for as long as you need to figure things out, digest what has happened, and help you learn about yourself in the process. Perhaps you’ve reached a crisis point in your life, and don’t know where else to turn? Maybe you’ve been out-of-sorts for a while, and need some help to figure out what is going on? Or perhaps you're here because you want to understand yourself better and how you relate to others?
In a world where people seem more connected to their phones than each other, it's rare to find someone who has dedicated time and space just for you. Someone willing to walk alongside you for as long as you need to figure things out, digest what has happened, and help you learn about yourself in the process. Perhaps you’ve reached a crisis point in your life, and don’t know where else to turn? Maybe you’ve been out-of-sorts for a while, and need some help to figure out what is going on? Or perhaps you're here because you want to understand yourself better and how you relate to others?
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Finding the right therapist can be daunting – let’s start with what’s going on for you: Maybe you're having difficulties with your relationships or health? Feeling distressed by past experiences, or finding it hard to deal with current challenges? Perhaps you’re navigating a life transition, or you just feel stuck, stressed, anxious or unhappy? As a qualified, experienced psychotherapist, I work with a range of issues. I am here to help you gain a better understanding of yourself, the difficulties you’re facing, and how you can move forward with your life in the way that is right for you.
Finding the right therapist can be daunting – let’s start with what’s going on for you: Maybe you're having difficulties with your relationships or health? Feeling distressed by past experiences, or finding it hard to deal with current challenges? Perhaps you’re navigating a life transition, or you just feel stuck, stressed, anxious or unhappy? As a qualified, experienced psychotherapist, I work with a range of issues. I am here to help you gain a better understanding of yourself, the difficulties you’re facing, and how you can move forward with your life in the way that is right for you.
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Hi my name is Adam. I am qualified and registered with the BACP. I am Reiki Attuned and also a certified meditation teacher. Sometimes life can get overwhelming or we may experience things that can impact negatively on our general way of being. I want you to know that it is really OK not to be OK and that it is OK to ask for help. If you find yourself struggling with your own sense of self or others around you, then please do reach out, I would like to help you. We can discover the light from within, when we explore and navigate the darkness.
Hi my name is Adam. I am qualified and registered with the BACP. I am Reiki Attuned and also a certified meditation teacher. Sometimes life can get overwhelming or we may experience things that can impact negatively on our general way of being. I want you to know that it is really OK not to be OK and that it is OK to ask for help. If you find yourself struggling with your own sense of self or others around you, then please do reach out, I would like to help you. We can discover the light from within, when we explore and navigate the darkness.
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Life often throws many ups and downs our way. Sometimes we cope and sometimes it feels just too much. Therapy can help you regain your equilibrium, providing a safe space for you to share your concerns with somebody who will really listen. I know it can be difficult to ask for help, “I have no right to feel like this because ...” is a common sentiment - but you do have that right. Counselling can help you to understand yourself and build your own resilience and long term mental well-being. Whether you wish to tackle a particular dilemma or explore underlying issues, it is important you allow yourself the time and space you need.
Life often throws many ups and downs our way. Sometimes we cope and sometimes it feels just too much. Therapy can help you regain your equilibrium, providing a safe space for you to share your concerns with somebody who will really listen. I know it can be difficult to ask for help, “I have no right to feel like this because ...” is a common sentiment - but you do have that right. Counselling can help you to understand yourself and build your own resilience and long term mental well-being. Whether you wish to tackle a particular dilemma or explore underlying issues, it is important you allow yourself the time and space you need.
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Dr Iwona Skorodzien
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Nottingham NG5
Waitlist for new clients
Do you feel like every day is a struggle and you're finding it difficult to enjoy life? Do you feel that you've lost a sense of yourself as a result of the things you've been through? Trauma-informed psychological therapy can help you to heal. I am a qualified Clinical Psychologist and an EMDR Practitioner and I specialise in working with adults who have experienced trauma and adversity. I have several years of experience of helping individuals to overcome mental health difficulties and the impact of trauma. I believe in working together with you, with the aim of reducing your distress and increasing your quality of life.
Do you feel like every day is a struggle and you're finding it difficult to enjoy life? Do you feel that you've lost a sense of yourself as a result of the things you've been through? Trauma-informed psychological therapy can help you to heal. I am a qualified Clinical Psychologist and an EMDR Practitioner and I specialise in working with adults who have experienced trauma and adversity. I have several years of experience of helping individuals to overcome mental health difficulties and the impact of trauma. I believe in working together with you, with the aim of reducing your distress and increasing your quality of life.
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Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nottingham NG9
I help women and girls who are experiencing anxiety, trauma symptoms and depression. I specialise in EMDR, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy and Art Therapy with over 11+ years of experience in the NHS, charity and private sector. I offer tailored support that acknowledges and honours the complexity of women's experiences, fostering an environment of trust, healing, and empowerment. I specialise in trauma, birth trauma, perinatal issues, abuse, and neglect. I am passionate about working with women to help them understand and process the root cause of the issues, enabling them to tap into their strengths and empowerment.
I help women and girls who are experiencing anxiety, trauma symptoms and depression. I specialise in EMDR, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy and Art Therapy with over 11+ years of experience in the NHS, charity and private sector. I offer tailored support that acknowledges and honours the complexity of women's experiences, fostering an environment of trust, healing, and empowerment. I specialise in trauma, birth trauma, perinatal issues, abuse, and neglect. I am passionate about working with women to help them understand and process the root cause of the issues, enabling them to tap into their strengths and empowerment.
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My aim as a therapist is to focus on finding a flexible way for everyone to access therapy. Having previously worked shifts I am aware of the difficulties of having a busy life that does not fit into the average 9-5 template and how this can make accessing weekly appointments difficult. I struggled to find my therapist when I was working shifts and I would like to offer my clients a different way of working, booking sessions week by week. This takes away the commitment of attending at the same time and date.
My aim as a therapist is to focus on finding a flexible way for everyone to access therapy. Having previously worked shifts I am aware of the difficulties of having a busy life that does not fit into the average 9-5 template and how this can make accessing weekly appointments difficult. I struggled to find my therapist when I was working shifts and I would like to offer my clients a different way of working, booking sessions week by week. This takes away the commitment of attending at the same time and date.
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Who are you? Where are you going? If you're not sure, trauma could be translating. Have you ever felt that your life is a translation of someone else's story? That the person you present to the world isn't quite... you? Recent research suggests that this disconnect often echoes past experiences we've yet to fully process. Who am I beneath the roles I play for others? Why do I feel stuck, despite outward success? How can I break free from recurring patterns in relationships and life? These questions aren't signs of weakness. They're your authentic self trying to break through the static of past trauma.
Who are you? Where are you going? If you're not sure, trauma could be translating. Have you ever felt that your life is a translation of someone else's story? That the person you present to the world isn't quite... you? Recent research suggests that this disconnect often echoes past experiences we've yet to fully process. Who am I beneath the roles I play for others? Why do I feel stuck, despite outward success? How can I break free from recurring patterns in relationships and life? These questions aren't signs of weakness. They're your authentic self trying to break through the static of past trauma.
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Anna Haynes Counselling and Coaching
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
Nottingham NG2
I am trained in a variety of therapeutic modalities, including Gestalt, mindfulness and breath work. These approaches offer unique and powerful tools for exploring and processing emotions, gaining insight into patterns of behaviour and thought, and fostering personal growth and transformation. Whether you prefer talk therapy, creative expression, or a combination of approaches, I can work with you to find the modalities that best suit your needs and goals. It's important to note that everyone's experience with therapy and these modalities is unique, and what works for one person may not work for another.
I am trained in a variety of therapeutic modalities, including Gestalt, mindfulness and breath work. These approaches offer unique and powerful tools for exploring and processing emotions, gaining insight into patterns of behaviour and thought, and fostering personal growth and transformation. Whether you prefer talk therapy, creative expression, or a combination of approaches, I can work with you to find the modalities that best suit your needs and goals. It's important to note that everyone's experience with therapy and these modalities is unique, and what works for one person may not work for another.
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Hi, and welcome to my profile. I am a relational, developmental psychotherapist working with adults and young people. I provide a confidential, non-judgemental space where you can explore any difficulties you may be experiencing, for example in your relationships, your work environment, or with significant life-events. You may be dealing with past trauma impacting you in the present and feel uncertain of how to move forward. My approach focuses on establishing a meaningful therapeutic relationship and providing a supportive, compassionate and safe environment for you to identify your needs and how best to fulfil them.
Hi, and welcome to my profile. I am a relational, developmental psychotherapist working with adults and young people. I provide a confidential, non-judgemental space where you can explore any difficulties you may be experiencing, for example in your relationships, your work environment, or with significant life-events. You may be dealing with past trauma impacting you in the present and feel uncertain of how to move forward. My approach focuses on establishing a meaningful therapeutic relationship and providing a supportive, compassionate and safe environment for you to identify your needs and how best to fulfil them.
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As well as my busy private practice, I have over 20 years’ experience of working with those in the caring professions & counselling the homeless. I use connection & empathy to help you with your personal development and relationships. We can address anxiety, toxic stress, addictions, low mood, identity, confidence and spirituality. For too long, you have put your quality of life on hold for other people or your working life. For too long you have tried to stay strong. But the body & mind can only take so much. It's time to improve your overall health, build resilience and set healthy boundaries.
As well as my busy private practice, I have over 20 years’ experience of working with those in the caring professions & counselling the homeless. I use connection & empathy to help you with your personal development and relationships. We can address anxiety, toxic stress, addictions, low mood, identity, confidence and spirituality. For too long, you have put your quality of life on hold for other people or your working life. For too long you have tried to stay strong. But the body & mind can only take so much. It's time to improve your overall health, build resilience and set healthy boundaries.
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You may be experiencing anxiety or depression, facing significant life events such as bereavement, redundancy or divorce. You may want to explore relationship patterns that are keeping you unfilled or understand how your childhood affects your life now. Whatever it is I offer a safe and supportive space where we can explore what you are finding difficult. Your experience is unique to you and together we will increase awareness of your feelings and understanding of what your needs are to encourage healing, change and growth. Life can be difficult and sometimes we need support to help us navigate through the challenges we face.
You may be experiencing anxiety or depression, facing significant life events such as bereavement, redundancy or divorce. You may want to explore relationship patterns that are keeping you unfilled or understand how your childhood affects your life now. Whatever it is I offer a safe and supportive space where we can explore what you are finding difficult. Your experience is unique to you and together we will increase awareness of your feelings and understanding of what your needs are to encourage healing, change and growth. Life can be difficult and sometimes we need support to help us navigate through the challenges we face.
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Hello. I'm Alice, welcome! I'm on a mission to help burnout, frustrated people pleasers to live an authentic fulfilling life, aligned with their values. Is this you? Your nervous system is struggling to keep regulated with the thought of changes, you want to be bold, brave and ask your boss for a shorter working week, but the inner critic persuades you not to, I mean, what will the team think of you?! You want to tell your friend that you don't really enjoy meeting at busy places anymore since your autism diagnosis, but the inner critic says that's selfish! Let me help you tame the inner critic and let self care do the talking.
Hello. I'm Alice, welcome! I'm on a mission to help burnout, frustrated people pleasers to live an authentic fulfilling life, aligned with their values. Is this you? Your nervous system is struggling to keep regulated with the thought of changes, you want to be bold, brave and ask your boss for a shorter working week, but the inner critic persuades you not to, I mean, what will the team think of you?! You want to tell your friend that you don't really enjoy meeting at busy places anymore since your autism diagnosis, but the inner critic says that's selfish! Let me help you tame the inner critic and let self care do the talking.
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Hello, Life can be tough and overwhelming at times, cant it? Especially now when this virus has bought so much change and challenges into our lives. Do you need someone you can talk to who will really listen and can help you gain a better understanding of your thoughts and feelings and the challenging issues in your life without fear of being judged? With a friendly and warm approach I am there to use my training and experience to support you.
Hello, Life can be tough and overwhelming at times, cant it? Especially now when this virus has bought so much change and challenges into our lives. Do you need someone you can talk to who will really listen and can help you gain a better understanding of your thoughts and feelings and the challenging issues in your life without fear of being judged? With a friendly and warm approach I am there to use my training and experience to support you.
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Somatic Counsellors
How does somatic therapy work?
Somatic therapy is a form of treatment that focuses on how the body and mind are interconnected. In this approach, physical symptoms are addressed because they may in fact signal emotional distress. Somatic therapists combine mindfulness, talk therapy, breathwork, yoga, dance, and physical manipulations of the body to help patients become more attuned to what their body is telling them.
Is EMDR a somatic therapy?
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a form of somatic therapy, as it incorporates mental and physical principles. EMDR involves remembering a traumatic experience while allowing one’s eyes to track a side-to-side visual stimulus from a therapist. This lateral eye movement is believed to diminish the painful power of the memory so that it can be discussed with a therapist.
Is somatic therapy evidence-based?
Somatic therapy has been researched and studied, and some forms of somatic therapy are found to be effective in treating a wide range of conditions. Because somatic therapy encompasses many techniques, some, such as EMDR and meditation, have been studied more than others.
What is somatic trauma therapy?
Somatic trauma therapy is based on the idea that when people experience trauma, they can become stuck in the “freeze” part of a “fight, flight, or freeze” response. In this state, trauma can manifest itself both mentally and physically—through tension in the muscles, anxiety, and stress. Popular forms of somatic trauma therapy include EMDR, sensorimotor therapy, and somatic experiencing.