Somatic Counselling in Edgware
Perhaps you are feeling overwhelmed, anxious or disconnected, or worried about a teenager who has withdrawn, shut down or become difficult to reach. I’m Vicky, a qualified integrative counsellor and creative therapist, registered with the BACP and accredited with the NCPS. I support teenagers, young adults, adults and parents of teenagers. My approach combines over 20 years in education with trauma-informed, attachment-informed and creative therapy, relational depth and EMDR. I offer a warm, confidential and non-judgmental space to help you feel understood, make sense of your experiences and find a way forward.
Perhaps you are feeling overwhelmed, anxious or disconnected, or worried about a teenager who has withdrawn, shut down or become difficult to reach. I’m Vicky, a qualified integrative counsellor and creative therapist, registered with the BACP and accredited with the NCPS. I support teenagers, young adults, adults and parents of teenagers. My approach combines over 20 years in education with trauma-informed, attachment-informed and creative therapy, relational depth and EMDR. I offer a warm, confidential and non-judgmental space to help you feel understood, make sense of your experiences and find a way forward.
Hello, I am Dr Tasgal I use an integrative approach to psychotherapy but my way of working is rooted in Existential phenomenology. This means I am open and curious as we explore the landscape of your life. I have worked in the NHS and private practice with a variety of presentations. I have a special interest in carer fatigue and those dealing with medical negligence in their lives. I aim to create a bespoke relationship between myself and my clients with a gentle approach towards self exploration. I offer a warm nurturing setting that is both safe and comfortable.
Hello, I am Dr Tasgal I use an integrative approach to psychotherapy but my way of working is rooted in Existential phenomenology. This means I am open and curious as we explore the landscape of your life. I have worked in the NHS and private practice with a variety of presentations. I have a special interest in carer fatigue and those dealing with medical negligence in their lives. I aim to create a bespoke relationship between myself and my clients with a gentle approach towards self exploration. I offer a warm nurturing setting that is both safe and comfortable.
Body Psychotherapy is a holistic form of psychotherapy which naturally incorporates the body within the psychotherapeutic process. Our life experiences are experienced in the mind, and also felt, sensed and held in our bodies. As in other forms of psychotherapy, we work together to understand and therapeutically work through the issues you face. Together, we explore your skills and talents that you can utilise and explore the ability and capacity to heal, develop self-awareness and open the way for new modes of being. The support, growth and transformation occur through the quality of the relationship we form together.
Body Psychotherapy is a holistic form of psychotherapy which naturally incorporates the body within the psychotherapeutic process. Our life experiences are experienced in the mind, and also felt, sensed and held in our bodies. As in other forms of psychotherapy, we work together to understand and therapeutically work through the issues you face. Together, we explore your skills and talents that you can utilise and explore the ability and capacity to heal, develop self-awareness and open the way for new modes of being. The support, growth and transformation occur through the quality of the relationship we form together.
I have a particular interest in working with clients of African and African-Caribbean heritage, especially those with experiences of separation, abandonment, displacement, and spiritual or religious conflict. My work is informed by an awareness of the ongoing systemic barriers these communities often face in accessing mental health support, and the impact this can have on identity, belonging, and wellbeing. At the same time, my intercultural orientation emphasises dialogue across cultures, allowing me to navigate issues of sameness and difference with curiosity and sensitivity.
I have a particular interest in working with clients of African and African-Caribbean heritage, especially those with experiences of separation, abandonment, displacement, and spiritual or religious conflict. My work is informed by an awareness of the ongoing systemic barriers these communities often face in accessing mental health support, and the impact this can have on identity, belonging, and wellbeing. At the same time, my intercultural orientation emphasises dialogue across cultures, allowing me to navigate issues of sameness and difference with curiosity and sensitivity.
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Do you find yourself overthinking conversations, worrying about how you're perceived, or feeling responsible for holding relationships together? You may appear capable on the outside, yet inside feel anxious, self-critical, or not quite enough.
Perhaps you find it difficult to trust yourself, put the needs of others before your own, or feel caught in patterns that leave you feeling stuck.
Difficulties in relationships, anxiety and self-doubt are rarely random. They often reflect deeper patterns formed earlier in life. Ways of coping that once felt necessary can later become exhausting or limiting.
Do you find yourself overthinking conversations, worrying about how you're perceived, or feeling responsible for holding relationships together? You may appear capable on the outside, yet inside feel anxious, self-critical, or not quite enough.
Perhaps you find it difficult to trust yourself, put the needs of others before your own, or feel caught in patterns that leave you feeling stuck.
Difficulties in relationships, anxiety and self-doubt are rarely random. They often reflect deeper patterns formed earlier in life. Ways of coping that once felt necessary can later become exhausting or limiting.
My approach is trauma-informed and draws on EMDR, somatic and attachment-based work.
Therapy with me is a regular, collaborative process where we look beneath the surface. We may explore your nervous system, your history, your body responses and the ways you learned to protect yourself. This work can support emotional repair, clearer boundaries and a more connected relationship with yourself.
My approach is trauma-informed and draws on EMDR, somatic and attachment-based work.
Therapy with me is a regular, collaborative process where we look beneath the surface. We may explore your nervous system, your history, your body responses and the ways you learned to protect yourself. This work can support emotional repair, clearer boundaries and a more connected relationship with yourself.
You may be coming to therapy with a clear difficulty - perhaps anxiety, low mood, loss, relationship problems or a significant change in your life. Or things may appear successful from the outside while privately you feel disconnected, dissatisfied or stuck in patterns that are difficult to understand. You may want something to change without yet knowing what that change should be or where to start.
You may be coming to therapy with a clear difficulty - perhaps anxiety, low mood, loss, relationship problems or a significant change in your life. Or things may appear successful from the outside while privately you feel disconnected, dissatisfied or stuck in patterns that are difficult to understand. You may want something to change without yet knowing what that change should be or where to start.
My approach is non-judgemental and influenced by Somatic body-based therapy, Transactional Analysis and Babette Rothschild’s Trauma work.
I offer a warm and safe space where you can gently explore your challenges so that you can foster healing, self-understanding, and personal growth.
Coming to therapy might be a daunting thing to do, you may feel like you ‘shouldn’t’ need therapy. However there are many reasons why therapy might be useful for you.
Perhaps you feel anxious. I can support you to calm your nervous system, understand what is going on and find healthy ways to cope.
Maybe you feel depressed, different or not good enough. I will work with you to find meaning in your life, to understand yourself better and put the past to rest.
My approach is non-judgemental and influenced by Somatic body-based therapy, Transactional Analysis and Babette Rothschild’s Trauma work.
I offer a warm and safe space where you can gently explore your challenges so that you can foster healing, self-understanding, and personal growth.
Coming to therapy might be a daunting thing to do, you may feel like you ‘shouldn’t’ need therapy. However there are many reasons why therapy might be useful for you.
Perhaps you feel anxious. I can support you to calm your nervous system, understand what is going on and find healthy ways to cope.
Maybe you feel depressed, different or not good enough. I will work with you to find meaning in your life, to understand yourself better and put the past to rest.
There are times in our lives when we feel overwhelmed by personal problems. We might turn to family or friends but feel that this is not enough. Or perhaps we find it difficult to talk about what’s bothering us or feel there’s no one who wants or are able to listen. Therapy provides a safe and contained space where personal challenges and difficult feelings can be expressed and gently explored & processed. I provide a professional & confidential psychotherapy service in which I help & support my clients work through whatever difficulties they’re experiencing. I maintain a duty of care & work within ethical boundaries.
There are times in our lives when we feel overwhelmed by personal problems. We might turn to family or friends but feel that this is not enough. Or perhaps we find it difficult to talk about what’s bothering us or feel there’s no one who wants or are able to listen. Therapy provides a safe and contained space where personal challenges and difficult feelings can be expressed and gently explored & processed. I provide a professional & confidential psychotherapy service in which I help & support my clients work through whatever difficulties they’re experiencing. I maintain a duty of care & work within ethical boundaries.
Hi, I'm Andrew, an integrative counsellor offering online and telephone support. I specialise in anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and LGBT+ issues. My approach is empathetic and client-centred, providing a safe, non-judgmental space for healing.
Hi, I'm Andrew, an integrative counsellor offering online and telephone support. I specialise in anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and LGBT+ issues. My approach is empathetic and client-centred, providing a safe, non-judgmental space for healing.
You might be feeling overwhelmed, stuck in repeating patterns, or unsure why the same difficulties keep resurfacing despite your best efforts. When something feels persistently difficult — whether that’s anxiety, low mood, trauma or relationship strain — it can be hard to know where to begin.
I work with children, young people, adults and families to make sense of what may be happening beneath the surface — not just to ease symptoms, but to deepen understanding and support meaningful, lasting change.
I have extensive experience supporting those affected by marginalisation, discrimination, exclusion and identity-related challenges.
You might be feeling overwhelmed, stuck in repeating patterns, or unsure why the same difficulties keep resurfacing despite your best efforts. When something feels persistently difficult — whether that’s anxiety, low mood, trauma or relationship strain — it can be hard to know where to begin.
I work with children, young people, adults and families to make sense of what may be happening beneath the surface — not just to ease symptoms, but to deepen understanding and support meaningful, lasting change.
I have extensive experience supporting those affected by marginalisation, discrimination, exclusion and identity-related challenges.
My approach mainly draws on Psychoanalysis, Somatic & Neurobiological approaches along with Philosophy & Critical Theory.
Problems in living often result in diminished capacity and ability to be experimental/creative in thinking, feeling and desiring. Whatever it is that brings you to therapy may require investigation and exploration into your current ways of living/being with careful excavation into your histories (personal, family, transgenerational, existential, etc
My approach mainly draws on Psychoanalysis, Somatic & Neurobiological approaches along with Philosophy & Critical Theory.
Problems in living often result in diminished capacity and ability to be experimental/creative in thinking, feeling and desiring. Whatever it is that brings you to therapy may require investigation and exploration into your current ways of living/being with careful excavation into your histories (personal, family, transgenerational, existential, etc
We will utilise verbal retelling, somatic exploration, chair work, writing, creativity and we will utilise our relationship to give us insight into your others.
I think we sometimes come to therapy not knowing exactly what it is that's causing us pain. Maybe we feel fear, anger, confusion or just a sense of detachment from who we feel we used to be or could be; sometimes it is only symptoms (such as addictions, eating disorders, OCD) which we can identify. You might be experiencing family or work issues or, maybe, you’re in grief (from a death/relationship breakdown or any significant change in your life). Whatever your reason for wanting therapy I know that, ultimately, we want to feel better than we do right now.
We will utilise verbal retelling, somatic exploration, chair work, writing, creativity and we will utilise our relationship to give us insight into your others.
I think we sometimes come to therapy not knowing exactly what it is that's causing us pain. Maybe we feel fear, anger, confusion or just a sense of detachment from who we feel we used to be or could be; sometimes it is only symptoms (such as addictions, eating disorders, OCD) which we can identify. You might be experiencing family or work issues or, maybe, you’re in grief (from a death/relationship breakdown or any significant change in your life). Whatever your reason for wanting therapy I know that, ultimately, we want to feel better than we do right now.
Marian Arts Psychotherapy is a Clinical Practise offering Creative Arts Therapy, EMDR and Clinical Supervision. We currently have Art Therapists, a Drama Therapist, EMDR therapist and Clinical Supervisor. With a total of over 25 years experience combined working across not for profit, education and health settings. Our experience includes NHS working with Children, Young People and Adults we provide psychotherapy through creative mediums, with in depth theoretical knowledge, experience and skills in different modalities to meet the needs and interests of clients. Based in Great Missenden we are accessible by car and train.
Marian Arts Psychotherapy is a Clinical Practise offering Creative Arts Therapy, EMDR and Clinical Supervision. We currently have Art Therapists, a Drama Therapist, EMDR therapist and Clinical Supervisor. With a total of over 25 years experience combined working across not for profit, education and health settings. Our experience includes NHS working with Children, Young People and Adults we provide psychotherapy through creative mediums, with in depth theoretical knowledge, experience and skills in different modalities to meet the needs and interests of clients. Based in Great Missenden we are accessible by car and train.
I support children, young people, parents and carers, families, schools and communities through an integrated approach using psychodynamic psychotherapy and child, community and educational psychology. I love working with individuals, groups and organisations. You may want to focus on exploring and healing past life experiences, understanding present ones and planning for the future. We can weave between the three organically as I work therapeutically, psychologically and life coaching style in response to empowering your voice, bolstering your self esteem and self care, highlighting your strengths and supporting your arising needs.
I support children, young people, parents and carers, families, schools and communities through an integrated approach using psychodynamic psychotherapy and child, community and educational psychology. I love working with individuals, groups and organisations. You may want to focus on exploring and healing past life experiences, understanding present ones and planning for the future. We can weave between the three organically as I work therapeutically, psychologically and life coaching style in response to empowering your voice, bolstering your self esteem and self care, highlighting your strengths and supporting your arising needs.
I am passionate about empowering clients to develop or strengthen their own sense of agency in the world, so that they feel in control. In order to do this, I work collaboratively with clients rather than acting as an expert. I walk alongside my clients in their therapeutic journey, rather than taking the lead and instructing which can at times feel disempowering. Whilst I use my knowledge and expertise to help clients consider new ways of viewing the world and offer guidance on ways they may consider changing their behaviours to better suit their needs, I do not act as an "expert" as I believe each person knows themselves best.
I am passionate about empowering clients to develop or strengthen their own sense of agency in the world, so that they feel in control. In order to do this, I work collaboratively with clients rather than acting as an expert. I walk alongside my clients in their therapeutic journey, rather than taking the lead and instructing which can at times feel disempowering. Whilst I use my knowledge and expertise to help clients consider new ways of viewing the world and offer guidance on ways they may consider changing their behaviours to better suit their needs, I do not act as an "expert" as I believe each person knows themselves best.
I integrate TA, CBT, ERP, MBCT, Somatic therapyand EMDR to further my clients growing emotional and physiological self-awareness with learned behavioural strategies.
Experienced private practice and NHS practitioner, with a 20+ years background in neuropsychology. I structure therapy around the needs of my clients. In my Trauma-informed practice, I employ evidence-based techniques such as EMDR, CBT, ERP, and DBT, in conjunction with psychoeducation. Client-Centred approach is central to my therapeutic aim to grow self-awareness. Offering clients a proactive involvement in their therapeutic process. My private practice is based in Derbyshire and virtually on Zoom, where in a confidential, safe, and empathic environment, I have been supporting clients from across the UK, Europe and further afield.
I integrate TA, CBT, ERP, MBCT, Somatic therapyand EMDR to further my clients growing emotional and physiological self-awareness with learned behavioural strategies.
Experienced private practice and NHS practitioner, with a 20+ years background in neuropsychology. I structure therapy around the needs of my clients. In my Trauma-informed practice, I employ evidence-based techniques such as EMDR, CBT, ERP, and DBT, in conjunction with psychoeducation. Client-Centred approach is central to my therapeutic aim to grow self-awareness. Offering clients a proactive involvement in their therapeutic process. My private practice is based in Derbyshire and virtually on Zoom, where in a confidential, safe, and empathic environment, I have been supporting clients from across the UK, Europe and further afield.
I work with a mixture of humanistic and psychodynamic approaches, somatic tools, parts work and mindfulness.
Are you looking for someone to help you understand WHY you feel the way you do, and to help you feel more empowered to CHOOSE how you go forward?
It’s amazing how many of us are locked into a struggle with ourselves. As if life isn’t challenging enough, our inner conflicts, judgements and critiques add a whole second layer that can leave us feeling confused, exhausted and unsafe. My aim is to help you step onto your own team, so that when life gets rough, you have support, tools, and the insight to know what you need to be well. This includes naming and acknowledging the places where systemic oppression touches our lives.
I work with a mixture of humanistic and psychodynamic approaches, somatic tools, parts work and mindfulness.
Are you looking for someone to help you understand WHY you feel the way you do, and to help you feel more empowered to CHOOSE how you go forward?
It’s amazing how many of us are locked into a struggle with ourselves. As if life isn’t challenging enough, our inner conflicts, judgements and critiques add a whole second layer that can leave us feeling confused, exhausted and unsafe. My aim is to help you step onto your own team, so that when life gets rough, you have support, tools, and the insight to know what you need to be well. This includes naming and acknowledging the places where systemic oppression touches our lives.
My integrative training allows me to draw on various approaches, including solution-focused therapy, relational CBT, psychodynamic theory, attachment work, and somatic (body-based) psychotherapy.
Right now, your life might feel “off” or like a bit of a mess. You’ve tried Google, read self-help books, or watched mental health videos, but nothing seems to be helping. That can feel frustrating — even alien, especially if you’re someone others describe as “strong.” No one would guess that you might be struggling.
You're emotionally intelligent. You can name your feelings and even connect them to past experiences. And yet, you’re still overthinking, maybe even panicked, shut down or even shamed. Your emotional needs feel unmanageable.
My integrative training allows me to draw on various approaches, including solution-focused therapy, relational CBT, psychodynamic theory, attachment work, and somatic (body-based) psychotherapy.
Right now, your life might feel “off” or like a bit of a mess. You’ve tried Google, read self-help books, or watched mental health videos, but nothing seems to be helping. That can feel frustrating — even alien, especially if you’re someone others describe as “strong.” No one would guess that you might be struggling.
You're emotionally intelligent. You can name your feelings and even connect them to past experiences. And yet, you’re still overthinking, maybe even panicked, shut down or even shamed. Your emotional needs feel unmanageable.
I work with adults experiencing relationship difficulties, anxiety in relationships and low self-esteem or feelings of not being 'good enough.'
You may feel anxious or on edge in relationships but more confident when on your own, or notice repeating relationships patterns that feel difficult to change. You may struggle to express how you feel, leading to frustration, self-doubt or feeling overlooked.
I work with adults experiencing relationship difficulties, anxiety in relationships and low self-esteem or feelings of not being 'good enough.'
You may feel anxious or on edge in relationships but more confident when on your own, or notice repeating relationships patterns that feel difficult to change. You may struggle to express how you feel, leading to frustration, self-doubt or feeling overlooked.
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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.