Somatic Counselling in Ashby-de-la-Zouch
I am a compassionate and dedicated psychotherapist with years of experience, specializing in trauma, PTSD, attachment issues, self-harm, body image concerns, and depression. My therapeutic approach integrates Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), a research-supported method designed to help individuals develop self-compassion, emotional regulation, and resilience. In addition to CFT, I incorporate the latest findings in neuroscience to offer clients a deeper understanding of the mind-body connection, providing an evidence-based framework for healing.
I also work as a Therapist for Harmless, an NHS funded service for self-harm.
I am a compassionate and dedicated psychotherapist with years of experience, specializing in trauma, PTSD, attachment issues, self-harm, body image concerns, and depression. My therapeutic approach integrates Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), a research-supported method designed to help individuals develop self-compassion, emotional regulation, and resilience. In addition to CFT, I incorporate the latest findings in neuroscience to offer clients a deeper understanding of the mind-body connection, providing an evidence-based framework for healing.
I also work as a Therapist for Harmless, an NHS funded service for self-harm.
I am an experienced and highly qualified art psychotherapist. I offer in person and online psychotherapy, clinical supervision, parent and professional consultation. I work with young people and adults in person from Derby or online from where ever you live, work or travel to. Contact me to arrange a free Introductory Meeting to talk through your needs and agree on the best plan forward before committing to any work.
I am an experienced and highly qualified art psychotherapist. I offer in person and online psychotherapy, clinical supervision, parent and professional consultation. I work with young people and adults in person from Derby or online from where ever you live, work or travel to. Contact me to arrange a free Introductory Meeting to talk through your needs and agree on the best plan forward before committing to any work.
I often use elements of Neuroscience and Somatic work too, to help with understanding that the mind and body cannot be separated.
Psychodynamic counselling or psychotherapy is effective in allowing you to make positive changes to your life, so you can deal with any overwhelming issues that are causing you emotional pain, unhappiness, or stress now. Perhaps you're feeling trapped or blocked by the past, feeling stuck in survival mode with old patterns that keep resurfacing. Maybe you are recently grieving from a loss of some kind, or can’t make sense of a general flatness or despair with feelings of depression, and anxiety. I provide a non-judgemental, inclusive space to explore these difficult parts, thoughts and feelings to gain greater understanding.
I often use elements of Neuroscience and Somatic work too, to help with understanding that the mind and body cannot be separated.
Psychodynamic counselling or psychotherapy is effective in allowing you to make positive changes to your life, so you can deal with any overwhelming issues that are causing you emotional pain, unhappiness, or stress now. Perhaps you're feeling trapped or blocked by the past, feeling stuck in survival mode with old patterns that keep resurfacing. Maybe you are recently grieving from a loss of some kind, or can’t make sense of a general flatness or despair with feelings of depression, and anxiety. I provide a non-judgemental, inclusive space to explore these difficult parts, thoughts and feelings to gain greater understanding.
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Here at The Psychotherapy Room our aim is to ensure that we provide an accessible service to those who may not be able to afford it in the heart of Derby City Centre. Counselling and psychotherapy is a different journey for each individual - you may be going through a time of transition in your life; you may need support through a period of hardship you have experienced or are experiencing or you may be seeking a greater self-understanding and awareness.
Here at The Psychotherapy Room our aim is to ensure that we provide an accessible service to those who may not be able to afford it in the heart of Derby City Centre. Counselling and psychotherapy is a different journey for each individual - you may be going through a time of transition in your life; you may need support through a period of hardship you have experienced or are experiencing or you may be seeking a greater self-understanding and awareness.
My name is Karen and I am a qualified therapeutic counsellor. I imagine you are here because something in your life is troubling you, holding you back and preventing you from feeling secure, happy and fulfilled. Please be reassured that it is perfectly normal at certain points in our life to face difficulties that can leave us feeling distressed, out of control and overwhelmed, resulting in us suffering mentally, emotionally and physically. You may want to look at the past, work on the present or question what matters to you and decide on goals for the future. We often struggle alone with our problems but you don't have to....
My name is Karen and I am a qualified therapeutic counsellor. I imagine you are here because something in your life is troubling you, holding you back and preventing you from feeling secure, happy and fulfilled. Please be reassured that it is perfectly normal at certain points in our life to face difficulties that can leave us feeling distressed, out of control and overwhelmed, resulting in us suffering mentally, emotionally and physically. You may want to look at the past, work on the present or question what matters to you and decide on goals for the future. We often struggle alone with our problems but you don't have to....
Hello! My name is Anna, life can be really hard at times cant it, which can leave us feeling overwhelmed with sadness, stress and anxiety. Do you need someone kind and caring that will provide a friendly safe and non-judgemental, environment. Where you will feel listened to; thus, enabling you to explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences (past or present). At your own pace, without the fear of judgement therefore, enabling you to discover new insight and a better understanding leading towards a more fulfilled life.
Hello! My name is Anna, life can be really hard at times cant it, which can leave us feeling overwhelmed with sadness, stress and anxiety. Do you need someone kind and caring that will provide a friendly safe and non-judgemental, environment. Where you will feel listened to; thus, enabling you to explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences (past or present). At your own pace, without the fear of judgement therefore, enabling you to discover new insight and a better understanding leading towards a more fulfilled life.
My therapy practice centres around a belief in the transformative potential of experiencing connection and understanding with self and other. I believe one of the ways this can be achieved is through building an authentic professional therapeutic relationship based on qualities such as trust, acceptance and understanding. I prioritise the importance of working collaboratively at your pace and by your direction. My practice is informed by my person-centred and experiential training, and by my interest in working with the body, neuroscience, and through creative expression.
My therapy practice centres around a belief in the transformative potential of experiencing connection and understanding with self and other. I believe one of the ways this can be achieved is through building an authentic professional therapeutic relationship based on qualities such as trust, acceptance and understanding. I prioritise the importance of working collaboratively at your pace and by your direction. My practice is informed by my person-centred and experiential training, and by my interest in working with the body, neuroscience, and through creative expression.
Hi, I’m Claire, an experienced Psychotherapist, offering a confidential service in Leicester and the surrounding areas. I am a qualified psychotherapist as well as a qualified Social Worker, with many years of experience helping people to manage emotional distress and personal difficulties. I work with adults and young people who are looking to engage in therapy to understand and work through presenting issues in their lives which are causing them upset or distress in themselves, or within their relationships.
Hi, I’m Claire, an experienced Psychotherapist, offering a confidential service in Leicester and the surrounding areas. I am a qualified psychotherapist as well as a qualified Social Worker, with many years of experience helping people to manage emotional distress and personal difficulties. I work with adults and young people who are looking to engage in therapy to understand and work through presenting issues in their lives which are causing them upset or distress in themselves, or within their relationships.
Hi I'm Sarah and I specialise in working anxiety, depression and trauma. Maybe you are feeling anxious, overwhelmed or exhausted. Maybe you are struggling to cope with a traumatic life event. Or maybe you are generally finding life unmanageable at the moment. At times we can lose our way unintentionally and then find it difficult to get back onto the right path. If this sounds familiar, my therapy approach can help you regain some strength, clarity and balance so that you can feel more calm and back in control of your life.
Hi I'm Sarah and I specialise in working anxiety, depression and trauma. Maybe you are feeling anxious, overwhelmed or exhausted. Maybe you are struggling to cope with a traumatic life event. Or maybe you are generally finding life unmanageable at the moment. At times we can lose our way unintentionally and then find it difficult to get back onto the right path. If this sounds familiar, my therapy approach can help you regain some strength, clarity and balance so that you can feel more calm and back in control of your life.
Living with ADHD, autism, trauma, or other mental health challenges can feel isolating and exhausting—especially when support feels limited or misunderstood. I’m Amy, a CBT and EMDR therapist with over 13 years’ experience and my own neurodivergent journey. I combine evidence-based therapy, ADHD coaching, and body-centred healing—including trauma-informed yoga and creative expression—to help you break free from overwhelm, embrace your authentic self, heal past wounds, and confidently reclaim your life with calm, connection, and empowerment.
Living with ADHD, autism, trauma, or other mental health challenges can feel isolating and exhausting—especially when support feels limited or misunderstood. I’m Amy, a CBT and EMDR therapist with over 13 years’ experience and my own neurodivergent journey. I combine evidence-based therapy, ADHD coaching, and body-centred healing—including trauma-informed yoga and creative expression—to help you break free from overwhelm, embrace your authentic self, heal past wounds, and confidently reclaim your life with calm, connection, and empowerment.
Hi! I'm Hayley and I'm a fully qualified and experienced counsellor. You might be wondering whether counselling is for you so let me tell you a little bit about what to expect. Counselling provides a space for you to talk openly at your pace without judgement. I will listen to your worries, and provide you with empathy and compassion in a pocket of time that is just for you. Our counselling relationship is built on trust and we will work together at your pace. I will encourage you to share your thoughts and emotions safely in order to explore solutions. Humour is important too so we will also celebrate the good times.
Hi! I'm Hayley and I'm a fully qualified and experienced counsellor. You might be wondering whether counselling is for you so let me tell you a little bit about what to expect. Counselling provides a space for you to talk openly at your pace without judgement. I will listen to your worries, and provide you with empathy and compassion in a pocket of time that is just for you. Our counselling relationship is built on trust and we will work together at your pace. I will encourage you to share your thoughts and emotions safely in order to explore solutions. Humour is important too so we will also celebrate the good times.
Maya Patrizia Gagni
Counsellor, MA, MBACP Accred
4 Endorsed
Sutton-in-Ashfield NG17
Waitlist for new clients
Please note my practice is a women only service. I am a Counsellor/Psychotherapist, Dramatherapist, Supervisor, Equine Facilitated Psychotherapist, Trauma Therapist and EMDR accredited practitioner with more than 20 years experience of working with a variety of presenting issues including complex PTSD. I can support clients with a number of difficulties and have extensive experience in supporting clients on the ASD spectrum. I am also trained in CBT, PCE-CfD and DBT therapy, Couple Counselling, MBCT and Mindfulness. All my training enables me to support clients through difficulties that classical talking therapy might not be able.
Please note my practice is a women only service. I am a Counsellor/Psychotherapist, Dramatherapist, Supervisor, Equine Facilitated Psychotherapist, Trauma Therapist and EMDR accredited practitioner with more than 20 years experience of working with a variety of presenting issues including complex PTSD. I can support clients with a number of difficulties and have extensive experience in supporting clients on the ASD spectrum. I am also trained in CBT, PCE-CfD and DBT therapy, Couple Counselling, MBCT and Mindfulness. All my training enables me to support clients through difficulties that classical talking therapy might not be able.
We are all unique and present different ranges of issues requiring highly tailored therapy. As a UKCP & BACP 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 & BACP 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.
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?
As an Embodied Arts Psychotherapist, I support you to reconnect with your body, feel and make sense of your emotions, and experience transformation through your own divine wisdom. My approach is a unique, collaborative, and intuitive process where the arts and body-based practices come together, offering soulful guidance and a space to express, release, and return to presence and wholeness.
My Soul, Mind, Body approach is inspired by the Sikh practice of “EK” (Oneness). When these three elements are balanced, they foster harmony, resilience, and healing.
As an Embodied Arts Psychotherapist, I support you to reconnect with your body, feel and make sense of your emotions, and experience transformation through your own divine wisdom. My approach is a unique, collaborative, and intuitive process where the arts and body-based practices come together, offering soulful guidance and a space to express, release, and return to presence and wholeness.
My Soul, Mind, Body approach is inspired by the Sikh practice of “EK” (Oneness). When these three elements are balanced, they foster harmony, resilience, and healing.
Hi I'm Maxine, my approach is straightforward, less woo - more you, using a range of therapeutic tools and honest conversation to help you find your true self.
When anxiety, stress and low self esteem are running the show, it can feel exhausting just getting through the day. I work with teenagers and adults who want practical, down-to-earth support to understand their issues and find ways to feel calmer, more confident, and more in control.
I’ve worked in adult social services, large urban secondary schools and in palliative care – you can be assured of a warm, confidential and empathic welcome at Wit & Wisdom Therapy.
Hi I'm Maxine, my approach is straightforward, less woo - more you, using a range of therapeutic tools and honest conversation to help you find your true self.
When anxiety, stress and low self esteem are running the show, it can feel exhausting just getting through the day. I work with teenagers and adults who want practical, down-to-earth support to understand their issues and find ways to feel calmer, more confident, and more in control.
I’ve worked in adult social services, large urban secondary schools and in palliative care – you can be assured of a warm, confidential and empathic welcome at Wit & Wisdom Therapy.
You're holding everything together — work, relationships, responsibilities — and doing it well enough that nobody would guess the effort it actually takes. But privately something won't shift. The anxiety that appears for no obvious reason. The relationships that follow the same exhausting patterns. The flatness that success hasn't touched.
You've probably tried to address it. Got some tools, felt better for a while. But something underneath keeps reasserting itself — and you're right that it does.
I've spent 30 years helping people understand what's actually driving their experience, not just manage the symptoms.
You're holding everything together — work, relationships, responsibilities — and doing it well enough that nobody would guess the effort it actually takes. But privately something won't shift. The anxiety that appears for no obvious reason. The relationships that follow the same exhausting patterns. The flatness that success hasn't touched.
You've probably tried to address it. Got some tools, felt better for a while. But something underneath keeps reasserting itself — and you're right that it does.
I've spent 30 years helping people understand what's actually driving their experience, not just manage the symptoms.
I understand that it can be exceptionally daunting figuring out what type of support you need, and therapy can often come with preconceptions. I hope my years of experience as a psychologist working in private inpatient settings helps to reassure you of my non-judgemental, compassionate and person-centred approach. I understand that one size does not fit all and I will work alongside you to figure out the therapeutic approaches most suited to your needs. I am trained in a number of therapeutic modalities including CBT; CFT; CAT; RO-DBT and MANTRA.
I understand that it can be exceptionally daunting figuring out what type of support you need, and therapy can often come with preconceptions. I hope my years of experience as a psychologist working in private inpatient settings helps to reassure you of my non-judgemental, compassionate and person-centred approach. I understand that one size does not fit all and I will work alongside you to figure out the therapeutic approaches most suited to your needs. I am trained in a number of therapeutic modalities including CBT; CFT; CAT; RO-DBT and MANTRA.
use a somatic approach to address present concerns, supplementing it with CBT/ACT and mindfulness exercises.
My interest in psychotherapy, spirituality and meditation began after the end of my marriage several years ago, which like many other types of losses, triggered a lot of suffering. Life transition, family and friends losses, the breakup of long-term relationships, stress, anxiety and depression are all part of human suffering. However, we have an innate capability, which we can strengthen, that allows us to navigate and, more importantly, learn from our most difficult life experiences.
use a somatic approach to address present concerns, supplementing it with CBT/ACT and mindfulness exercises.
My interest in psychotherapy, spirituality and meditation began after the end of my marriage several years ago, which like many other types of losses, triggered a lot of suffering. Life transition, family and friends losses, the breakup of long-term relationships, stress, anxiety and depression are all part of human suffering. However, we have an innate capability, which we can strengthen, that allows us to navigate and, more importantly, learn from our most difficult life experiences.
I work with individuals and couples who are trying to make sense of their lives, identities and relationships. If you've landed here, there's a good chance you're holding a lot. Maybe it looks like: A lifetime of feeling 'too much' or 'not enough', burnout, masking and exhaustion from trying to fit in, relationships that feel confusing and painful. Or the sense that something just isn't right, even if you can't quite name it.
I work with individuals and couples who are trying to make sense of their lives, identities and relationships. If you've landed here, there's a good chance you're holding a lot. Maybe it looks like: A lifetime of feeling 'too much' or 'not enough', burnout, masking and exhaustion from trying to fit in, relationships that feel confusing and painful. Or the sense that something just isn't right, even if you can't quite name it.
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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.