Somatic Counselling in Altrincham
If you have been struggling with anxiety, self-criticism, shame, low mood, difficult emotions & relationships, it may be the right time to find a trusted therapist; someone to help you understand & grow from the effects of adversity, stress & trauma. Our wellbeing can be affected by many things - work stress, early adversity, significant trauma or relationships, and we do our best to find helpful coping strategies. When our ways of coping don't work so well, we can feel stuck and isolated - psychological therapy can help us move beyond those barriers. I focus on you as an individual, without using labels or diagnoses.
If you have been struggling with anxiety, self-criticism, shame, low mood, difficult emotions & relationships, it may be the right time to find a trusted therapist; someone to help you understand & grow from the effects of adversity, stress & trauma. Our wellbeing can be affected by many things - work stress, early adversity, significant trauma or relationships, and we do our best to find helpful coping strategies. When our ways of coping don't work so well, we can feel stuck and isolated - psychological therapy can help us move beyond those barriers. I focus on you as an individual, without using labels or diagnoses.
You, or perhaps your child, may be feeling stuck or noticing thoughts and beliefs that limit you or disconnect you from yourself, your passions or the people close to you. You may be struggling with low self-esteem, relationships, or feeling anxious or stressed. Tucked away in a cosy attic room in Hale Village, together we can explore whatever difficulties you’re facing. My approach will recognise and honour you as the unique individual you are and encourage you to flourish authentically. With over 15 years’ experience supporting young adults and adolescents, I’ll help you navigate life's challenges and find clarity.
You, or perhaps your child, may be feeling stuck or noticing thoughts and beliefs that limit you or disconnect you from yourself, your passions or the people close to you. You may be struggling with low self-esteem, relationships, or feeling anxious or stressed. Tucked away in a cosy attic room in Hale Village, together we can explore whatever difficulties you’re facing. My approach will recognise and honour you as the unique individual you are and encourage you to flourish authentically. With over 15 years’ experience supporting young adults and adolescents, I’ll help you navigate life's challenges and find clarity.
Keira can help you with: Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, FND, Non-Epileptic Attack Disorder, Fibromyalgia, Blood and Needle phobia, OCD, Adolescent; Exam related stress, Relational & emotional therapy and Social Phobia and many more.
Keira can help you with: Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, FND, Non-Epileptic Attack Disorder, Fibromyalgia, Blood and Needle phobia, OCD, Adolescent; Exam related stress, Relational & emotional therapy and Social Phobia and many more.
Have you ever felt stuck with your family or work roles? Do the people who are meant to love you unconditionally, frequently hold you back? Do you find yourself constantly feeling the need to apologise for things, then wondering what you have done wrong? Maybe you have felt blamed for things in life and want to explore things further. Or you may feel held back by guilt and regret. I can work with you to explore this through a safe and steady process which looks at patterns across your life and within relationships. This will help you to break free from the restraints of negative approval you may have felt for many years.
Have you ever felt stuck with your family or work roles? Do the people who are meant to love you unconditionally, frequently hold you back? Do you find yourself constantly feeling the need to apologise for things, then wondering what you have done wrong? Maybe you have felt blamed for things in life and want to explore things further. Or you may feel held back by guilt and regret. I can work with you to explore this through a safe and steady process which looks at patterns across your life and within relationships. This will help you to break free from the restraints of negative approval you may have felt for many years.
Hello, I am BABCP Accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist with over 10 years of experience helping adults. I treat; PTSD, anxiety, depression, OCD, phobias, and other mental health problems.
My passion lies in supporting individuals facing emotional challenges, with a strength based focus to enhance self-esteem and personal growth.
As a Therapist with lived experienced, I offer a unique understanding and support for adults overcoming trauma and anxiety. I offer unique insights, and understanding complexities of neurodivergence's. I am passionate about the journey of self discovery.
Hello, I am BABCP Accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist with over 10 years of experience helping adults. I treat; PTSD, anxiety, depression, OCD, phobias, and other mental health problems.
My passion lies in supporting individuals facing emotional challenges, with a strength based focus to enhance self-esteem and personal growth.
As a Therapist with lived experienced, I offer a unique understanding and support for adults overcoming trauma and anxiety. I offer unique insights, and understanding complexities of neurodivergence's. I am passionate about the journey of self discovery.
You may be seeking therapy as feeling anxious, overwhelmed, angry, confused or ‘lost’; perhaps have unresolved childhood issues, or experiencing difficulties around neurodivergence (whether diagnosed or not). Talking with friends or family can be difficult, you may feel unheard, judged or been given unhelpful advice?
You may be seeking therapy as feeling anxious, overwhelmed, angry, confused or ‘lost’; perhaps have unresolved childhood issues, or experiencing difficulties around neurodivergence (whether diagnosed or not). Talking with friends or family can be difficult, you may feel unheard, judged or been given unhelpful advice?
Helping individuals and couples work through relationship difficulties (inc. breakups), grief, trauma, ADHD and addiction.
I work with those navigating the many challenges that can place strain on relationships. This includes struggles with communication, conflict, or infidelity, as well as the impact of addiction, ADHD, grief, and trauma (your’s or your partner’s). I also support clients dealing with financial stress and other pressures that can create distance or tension between partners. My focus is on helping people understand the patterns that are affecting their relationships.
Helping individuals and couples work through relationship difficulties (inc. breakups), grief, trauma, ADHD and addiction.
I work with those navigating the many challenges that can place strain on relationships. This includes struggles with communication, conflict, or infidelity, as well as the impact of addiction, ADHD, grief, and trauma (your’s or your partner’s). I also support clients dealing with financial stress and other pressures that can create distance or tension between partners. My focus is on helping people understand the patterns that are affecting their relationships.
Is stress, anxiety, or burnout impacting your performance or personal life?
Hi I’m Nicola Hladky, an accredited psychotherapist and high performance coach, I specialise in supporting professionals, entrepreneurs and leaders who might look like they’ve got it all together but feel like things are spiralling inside.
Does any of this sound familiar?
• Feeling overwhelmed with leadership responsibilities?
• Struggling to balance work and life?
• Battling perfectionism, self-doubt, or imposter syndrome?
• Feeling burnt out or dealing with stress, anxiety, or even ADHD?
Are you Ready to overcome your barriers & feel calmer?
Is stress, anxiety, or burnout impacting your performance or personal life?
Hi I’m Nicola Hladky, an accredited psychotherapist and high performance coach, I specialise in supporting professionals, entrepreneurs and leaders who might look like they’ve got it all together but feel like things are spiralling inside.
Does any of this sound familiar?
• Feeling overwhelmed with leadership responsibilities?
• Struggling to balance work and life?
• Battling perfectionism, self-doubt, or imposter syndrome?
• Feeling burnt out or dealing with stress, anxiety, or even ADHD?
Are you Ready to overcome your barriers & feel calmer?
Hi, I have been a Counsellor for 26 yrs and Supervisor for 16 yrs, working with adults and young people. My focus is very much on the client's needs and working at your pace, in a caring and safe way, looking at a wide range of short term, on-going and/or long term issues around trauma, stress, anxiety, phobias etc. which can affect your everyday life. I am also an Accredited Certified EFT Practitioner, which is known as a tapping tool, that can help you to overcome and let go of negative beliefs, emotions and thought patterns, and reduce anxiety that allows you to feel more relaxed and able to cope with every day life.
Hi, I have been a Counsellor for 26 yrs and Supervisor for 16 yrs, working with adults and young people. My focus is very much on the client's needs and working at your pace, in a caring and safe way, looking at a wide range of short term, on-going and/or long term issues around trauma, stress, anxiety, phobias etc. which can affect your everyday life. I am also an Accredited Certified EFT Practitioner, which is known as a tapping tool, that can help you to overcome and let go of negative beliefs, emotions and thought patterns, and reduce anxiety that allows you to feel more relaxed and able to cope with every day life.
I also use parts work which is particularly effective with feelings of shame and self loathing and polyvagal theory including somatic exercises, healing physical symptoms in your body as well as your mind.
Are you tired of doubting yourself and feeling like you’re never quite enough? Do you find yourself caught in a cycle of overthinking, overachieving, and constantly questioning your worth? If this sounds like you, I’m here to help. The people I work with are often high-achievers, driven to succeed but held back by an inner voice that doubts, criticises, or shames. Underneath their accomplishments, they may feel exhausted by perfectionism, people-pleasing, or self-blame that keeps them stuck. Together, we can unpack these patterns and help you rebuild a sense of self-worth and inner calm.
I also use parts work which is particularly effective with feelings of shame and self loathing and polyvagal theory including somatic exercises, healing physical symptoms in your body as well as your mind.
Are you tired of doubting yourself and feeling like you’re never quite enough? Do you find yourself caught in a cycle of overthinking, overachieving, and constantly questioning your worth? If this sounds like you, I’m here to help. The people I work with are often high-achievers, driven to succeed but held back by an inner voice that doubts, criticises, or shames. Underneath their accomplishments, they may feel exhausted by perfectionism, people-pleasing, or self-blame that keeps them stuck. Together, we can unpack these patterns and help you rebuild a sense of self-worth and inner calm.
Are you having problems with your relationship, family or friends? Maybe you are feeling dissatisfied, overwhelmed, guilty, upset or angry? Whatever feelings you have, it usually means pain for you in some way. Counselling isn’t just something people do when they are in crisis or at rock bottom, attending before problems snowball or get too overwhelming can help and save more pain in the long run.
Are you having problems with your relationship, family or friends? Maybe you are feeling dissatisfied, overwhelmed, guilty, upset or angry? Whatever feelings you have, it usually means pain for you in some way. Counselling isn’t just something people do when they are in crisis or at rock bottom, attending before problems snowball or get too overwhelming can help and save more pain in the long run.
Sometimes life throws us challenges both through past and present experiences, which knock us off our feet and we become engulfed in uncertainty, worry and fear. It could be that we start to doubt ourselves and feel that we are not good enough or we are unable to cope, leading to anxiety and depression. Whatever you are going through, it deserves care, attention and compassion. You may be struggling to make meaning of what is going on around as you navigate life changes or have experienced traumatic events that you need some relief from. Whatever you are going through, I hope to help.
Sometimes life throws us challenges both through past and present experiences, which knock us off our feet and we become engulfed in uncertainty, worry and fear. It could be that we start to doubt ourselves and feel that we are not good enough or we are unable to cope, leading to anxiety and depression. Whatever you are going through, it deserves care, attention and compassion. You may be struggling to make meaning of what is going on around as you navigate life changes or have experienced traumatic events that you need some relief from. Whatever you are going through, I hope to help.
People stay with us when alcohol, drugs, prescription drugs or addictive behaviour have become a problem in life. We believe that with the right support anyone can permanently break the addictive cycle and grow beyond addiction.
People stay with us when alcohol, drugs, prescription drugs or addictive behaviour have become a problem in life. We believe that with the right support anyone can permanently break the addictive cycle and grow beyond addiction.
When we are struggling and in pain, the need to be heard, understood, to be appreciated and valued and to feel safe is crucial to our healing. I have over 25 years experience working with families, couples, individuals, children & groups with mental health concerns and/or addictions and specialize in trauma. I work collaboratively alongside you, providing guidance on your journey towards healing. You know your strengths, areas for personal growth & your feelings. I know how the mind works, about how to push through barriers that hold you back, about recovery & healing. Together we will embark on a journey that is beneficial to you.
When we are struggling and in pain, the need to be heard, understood, to be appreciated and valued and to feel safe is crucial to our healing. I have over 25 years experience working with families, couples, individuals, children & groups with mental health concerns and/or addictions and specialize in trauma. I work collaboratively alongside you, providing guidance on your journey towards healing. You know your strengths, areas for personal growth & your feelings. I know how the mind works, about how to push through barriers that hold you back, about recovery & healing. Together we will embark on a journey that is beneficial to you.
I have specialist training in trauma, somatic, attachment focused therapy, CBT, person centred and transactional analysis.
Hello and a warm welcome!
I'm Jo, an Integrative Therapist offering counselling and psychotherapy services from two comfortable locations in Manchester City Centre.
I work with adults, young people, parents and carers on a wide range of difficulties. I specialise in attachment issues, addictions, trauma, childhood trauma, relationship/family challenges, anxiety, low mood, life changes /transitions, work/exam/school related issues, loss, self confidence, general feelings of 'stuckness' and 'overwhelm'.
I have specialist training in trauma, somatic, attachment focused therapy, CBT, person centred and transactional analysis.
Hello and a warm welcome!
I'm Jo, an Integrative Therapist offering counselling and psychotherapy services from two comfortable locations in Manchester City Centre.
I work with adults, young people, parents and carers on a wide range of difficulties. I specialise in attachment issues, addictions, trauma, childhood trauma, relationship/family challenges, anxiety, low mood, life changes /transitions, work/exam/school related issues, loss, self confidence, general feelings of 'stuckness' and 'overwhelm'.
I have been working full-time as a psychotherapist since 2002 and have over 16,000 clinical hours of experience. Trained in a number of different types of therapy, I offer a huge depth of experience, formerly as a Senior Psychotherapist with a community mental health team (CMHT) within the NHS and now as a psychotherapist in private practice. Additionally, as I have an unusual dual training in Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy and Humanistic & Integrative Psychotherapy, I am uniquely placed to offer a flexible and powerful approach to psychotherapy.
I have been working full-time as a psychotherapist since 2002 and have over 16,000 clinical hours of experience. Trained in a number of different types of therapy, I offer a huge depth of experience, formerly as a Senior Psychotherapist with a community mental health team (CMHT) within the NHS and now as a psychotherapist in private practice. Additionally, as I have an unusual dual training in Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy and Humanistic & Integrative Psychotherapy, I am uniquely placed to offer a flexible and powerful approach to psychotherapy.
Maybe you’ve tried everything to feel “better.” You’ve kept busy, pushed through, tried not to overthink. But despite your efforts, something still lingers—a heaviness, a confusion, or a quiet feeling that things don’t quite make sense.
You don’t have to arrive with answers or even clarity. You just need to bring yourself—as you are. I work with adults who often feel overwhelmed by internal noise—whether that’s anxiety, unresolved grief, identity confusion, low self-worth, or the weight of past experiences.
Maybe you’ve tried everything to feel “better.” You’ve kept busy, pushed through, tried not to overthink. But despite your efforts, something still lingers—a heaviness, a confusion, or a quiet feeling that things don’t quite make sense.
You don’t have to arrive with answers or even clarity. You just need to bring yourself—as you are. I work with adults who often feel overwhelmed by internal noise—whether that’s anxiety, unresolved grief, identity confusion, low self-worth, or the weight of past experiences.
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With my brother diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia nearly 30 years ago, I have personal experience of the family sacrifices and struggles related to the pain and stigma of mental illness. Having since, committing my life to the improvement of people’s emotional fitness and mental resilience, with support from organisations such as SANE and MIND, my own journey has allowed me to discover the true benefits of therapy first-hand. Personal therapy is proving invaluable for people to manage certain difficult or crisis situations in their lives and so transform their problems into major opportunities for personal growth.
With my brother diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia nearly 30 years ago, I have personal experience of the family sacrifices and struggles related to the pain and stigma of mental illness. Having since, committing my life to the improvement of people’s emotional fitness and mental resilience, with support from organisations such as SANE and MIND, my own journey has allowed me to discover the true benefits of therapy first-hand. Personal therapy is proving invaluable for people to manage certain difficult or crisis situations in their lives and so transform their problems into major opportunities for personal growth.
My therapeutic approach draws on techniques and training in humanistic therapy, transpersonal psychology, mindfulness and somatic based therapy, psychodynamic therapy, DBT, polyvagal theory, and internal family systems.
If you’re someone who functions well on the surface but feels emotionally overwhelmed internally, I work with people like you. I specialise in complex trauma, PTSD, and abuse, which includes symptoms of anxiety, depression, grief and loss, fear, anger, shame, and low self-esteem. Maybe you’re feeling anxious, sad, or confused, and it seems too much to face alone. I provide regulating and reparative interventions, and am here to help you find clarity, hope, and self-understanding. As an integrative therapist, my approach is adaptive to your individual needs, and empowers you to develop trust and confidence in your own inner guidance.
My therapeutic approach draws on techniques and training in humanistic therapy, transpersonal psychology, mindfulness and somatic based therapy, psychodynamic therapy, DBT, polyvagal theory, and internal family systems.
If you’re someone who functions well on the surface but feels emotionally overwhelmed internally, I work with people like you. I specialise in complex trauma, PTSD, and abuse, which includes symptoms of anxiety, depression, grief and loss, fear, anger, shame, and low self-esteem. Maybe you’re feeling anxious, sad, or confused, and it seems too much to face alone. I provide regulating and reparative interventions, and am here to help you find clarity, hope, and self-understanding. As an integrative therapist, my approach is adaptive to your individual needs, and empowers you to develop trust and confidence in your own inner guidance.
I'm an integrative, relational therapist who works with individuals navigating life transitions, relationship patterns, and the lingering impact of childhood and family dynamics. Many of my clients look like they "have it together" on the outside — they're reponsible, capable, and independent. But inside, they feel overwhelmed, self-critical, or exhausted from holding everything together for everyone else.
Therapy with me offers a space where you don't need to be the "strong" one. A space where you can slow down, make sense of what's going underneath, and be met with attunement, warmth, and genuine care.
I'm an integrative, relational therapist who works with individuals navigating life transitions, relationship patterns, and the lingering impact of childhood and family dynamics. Many of my clients look like they "have it together" on the outside — they're reponsible, capable, and independent. But inside, they feel overwhelmed, self-critical, or exhausted from holding everything together for everyone else.
Therapy with me offers a space where you don't need to be the "strong" one. A space where you can slow down, make sense of what's going underneath, and be met with attunement, warmth, and genuine care.
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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.