Somatic Counselling in Southwark

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Pamela Thompson Psychotherapist and Supervisor
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
Southwark, London SE1
My approach integrates psychodynamic, humanistic and trauma-informed therapy somatic awareness and creative work within a 3 Body framework, connecting mind body and soul to support deeper self enquiry emotional regulation and a more compassionate relationship with yourself.
Do you feel there is more to you beneath anxiety, emotional distress or unconscious survival patterns and life's demands? I offer a steady thoughtful and confidential space where you can safely explore trauma abuse and violence, depressive states, anxiety identity life transitions relationship difficulties and challenges around sex intimacy and sexuality. With over 20 years’ experience I work with people who feel stuck in recurring emotional patterns, disassociation and attachment issues, inability to overcome the impact of early life experiences or struggling with grief and loss.
My approach integrates psychodynamic, humanistic and trauma-informed therapy somatic awareness and creative work within a 3 Body framework, connecting mind body and soul to support deeper self enquiry emotional regulation and a more compassionate relationship with yourself.
Do you feel there is more to you beneath anxiety, emotional distress or unconscious survival patterns and life's demands? I offer a steady thoughtful and confidential space where you can safely explore trauma abuse and violence, depressive states, anxiety identity life transitions relationship difficulties and challenges around sex intimacy and sexuality. With over 20 years’ experience I work with people who feel stuck in recurring emotional patterns, disassociation and attachment issues, inability to overcome the impact of early life experiences or struggling with grief and loss.
020 4634 9525 View 020 4634 9525
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Mihai Diaconescu
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Southwark, London SE1
Rooted in existential analysis and logotherapy, somatic therapy, and spiritual traditions, my work supports individuals, couples and other relationship constellations in discovering what truly matters to them.
Many difficulties people bring to therapy don’t stem from conscious thought, but from how past experience lives on in the mind and body. Early or overwhelming experiences, along with beliefs shaped by social and cultural conditioning, can form patterns of reactivity and ways of behaving that operate outside awareness. Yet these patterns show up here and now, where they can be met, explored, and responded to differently. In therapy, we work with this living process so new understanding, choice, and more integrated change across safety, belonging, authenticity, value, freedom, and meaning can emerge, not just cognitive insight.
Rooted in existential analysis and logotherapy, somatic therapy, and spiritual traditions, my work supports individuals, couples and other relationship constellations in discovering what truly matters to them.
Many difficulties people bring to therapy don’t stem from conscious thought, but from how past experience lives on in the mind and body. Early or overwhelming experiences, along with beliefs shaped by social and cultural conditioning, can form patterns of reactivity and ways of behaving that operate outside awareness. Yet these patterns show up here and now, where they can be met, explored, and responded to differently. In therapy, we work with this living process so new understanding, choice, and more integrated change across safety, belonging, authenticity, value, freedom, and meaning can emerge, not just cognitive insight.
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Paul Gomes
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
3 Endorsed
Southwark, London SE1
My work integrates behavioural, somatic and relational approaches, alongside EMDR and experiential therapy, to support healing, self-understanding and lasting change.
I help people navigate life’s challenges with compassion and curiosity. My approach integrates behavioural, somatic and relational methods, alongside EMDR, to support both mind and body. Together we’ll explore patterns, build self-understanding, and create lasting, meaningful change.
My work integrates behavioural, somatic and relational approaches, alongside EMDR and experiential therapy, to support healing, self-understanding and lasting change.
I help people navigate life’s challenges with compassion and curiosity. My approach integrates behavioural, somatic and relational methods, alongside EMDR, to support both mind and body. Together we’ll explore patterns, build self-understanding, and create lasting, meaningful change.
020 3667 9998 View 020 3667 9998
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Sophie French
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Southwark, London SE1
You might be needing a space to talk openly, where you can express thoughts and feelings that feel difficult to share elsewhere. Perhaps you’re feeling anxious or overwhelmed by the challenges of today’s world and need support to make sense of it all. You may be navigating grief or facing other complex issues that require time and patience to explore. I am an integrative counsellor with a background of working in the creative industries for 25 years. I offer a warm, thoughtful and confidential space for you to explore life and navigate its challenges and share freely what has bought you to therapy.
You might be needing a space to talk openly, where you can express thoughts and feelings that feel difficult to share elsewhere. Perhaps you’re feeling anxious or overwhelmed by the challenges of today’s world and need support to make sense of it all. You may be navigating grief or facing other complex issues that require time and patience to explore. I am an integrative counsellor with a background of working in the creative industries for 25 years. I offer a warm, thoughtful and confidential space for you to explore life and navigate its challenges and share freely what has bought you to therapy.
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Madalina Miron
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Southwark, London SE1
I combine my training in psychotherapy with mindfulness, bereavement support, and somatic practices to create a personalized and holistic approach tailored to each client.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or like something is missing in your life? Do you find yourself yearning for a change but unsure of where to start? Do you find that everyone else “got it” but you seem to struggle? If life feels heavy and unmanageable, know that you are not alone, I can help you navigating: Stress, Anxiety, and Depression, Bereavement, Grief, and Loss, Self-Esteem and Confidence, Relationship Challenges including Narcissistic abuse. I work in a safe, empathetic, and supportive way, where trust and your well-being are always my top priorities.
I combine my training in psychotherapy with mindfulness, bereavement support, and somatic practices to create a personalized and holistic approach tailored to each client.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or like something is missing in your life? Do you find yourself yearning for a change but unsure of where to start? Do you find that everyone else “got it” but you seem to struggle? If life feels heavy and unmanageable, know that you are not alone, I can help you navigating: Stress, Anxiety, and Depression, Bereavement, Grief, and Loss, Self-Esteem and Confidence, Relationship Challenges including Narcissistic abuse. I work in a safe, empathetic, and supportive way, where trust and your well-being are always my top priorities.
020 4572 4716 View 020 4572 4716
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Dr Julie Baah
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Southwark, London SE1
I am an experienced registered Clinical Psychologist who provides psychological therapy. I understand that life can bring a number of challenges and there are many reasons why people may choose to seek therapy. I provide specialist support to help people with a range of difficulties such as, stress, anxiety, trauma, low mood or adjustment difficulties. I work in a holistic way that takes into account your values, neurodiversity, beliefs and culture in addition to providing you with evidenced-based skills, techniques and resources.
I am an experienced registered Clinical Psychologist who provides psychological therapy. I understand that life can bring a number of challenges and there are many reasons why people may choose to seek therapy. I provide specialist support to help people with a range of difficulties such as, stress, anxiety, trauma, low mood or adjustment difficulties. I work in a holistic way that takes into account your values, neurodiversity, beliefs and culture in addition to providing you with evidenced-based skills, techniques and resources.
020 4634 4605 View 020 4634 4605
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Dr Elvis Langley
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, CPsychol
1 Endorsed
Southwark, London SE1
I am a UKCP qualified Integrative Psychotherapist (UKCP) and Chartered Counselling Psychologist (DCPsych, CPsychol., AFBPsS). Everyone deserves to have someone in their lives who can listen compassionately and hold a space of non-judgemental understanding. I try to offer that space, first and foremost. While doing this, I seek to understand where things may have been difficult and hold in mind your potential for growth and change. The underlying core of my approach is based on respecting your needs and safety, as well as helping you bring out your innate wisdom and strengths.
I am a UKCP qualified Integrative Psychotherapist (UKCP) and Chartered Counselling Psychologist (DCPsych, CPsychol., AFBPsS). Everyone deserves to have someone in their lives who can listen compassionately and hold a space of non-judgemental understanding. I try to offer that space, first and foremost. While doing this, I seek to understand where things may have been difficult and hold in mind your potential for growth and change. The underlying core of my approach is based on respecting your needs and safety, as well as helping you bring out your innate wisdom and strengths.
020 3984 9270 View 020 3984 9270
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Luke West
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Southwark, London SE1
People can get trapped between two painful positions: feeling powerless to change, or blaming themselves for not changing. Or both. And both create suffering. Something in life may no longer be working. You may feel stuck in patterns you can’t shift - anxiety, shame, low mood, compulsive habits, relationship difficulties or a sense of lost purpose. On the outside you may or may not seem to be coping, but inside you know you are not.
People can get trapped between two painful positions: feeling powerless to change, or blaming themselves for not changing. Or both. And both create suffering. Something in life may no longer be working. You may feel stuck in patterns you can’t shift - anxiety, shame, low mood, compulsive habits, relationship difficulties or a sense of lost purpose. On the outside you may or may not seem to be coping, but inside you know you are not.
020 4572 8444 View 020 4572 8444
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Craig Schorn
Counsellor, MBACP
3 Endorsed
Southwark, London SE1
You may be feeling down, unmotivated, anxious, angry or misunderstood, needing a safe, impartial space to work through what's troubling you or holding you back to find a clearer perspective on behaviour patterns, core beliefs and coping mechanisms that no longer serve you. Balancing nurture that is reparative and challenge that is transformative, I will guide you in your process to reflect deeply on your concerns and gain insight into your subconscious drives to discover the change and growth that will enable you to re-write your story to move forward as your authentic self in your life and your relationships.
You may be feeling down, unmotivated, anxious, angry or misunderstood, needing a safe, impartial space to work through what's troubling you or holding you back to find a clearer perspective on behaviour patterns, core beliefs and coping mechanisms that no longer serve you. Balancing nurture that is reparative and challenge that is transformative, I will guide you in your process to reflect deeply on your concerns and gain insight into your subconscious drives to discover the change and growth that will enable you to re-write your story to move forward as your authentic self in your life and your relationships.
020 8629 9135 View 020 8629 9135
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Fiona Hasani
Counsellor, MBACP
Southwark, London SE1
My therapeutic approach is integrative, combining elements of psychodynamic therapy, person-centered therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy, somatic therapy, and art to best support your needs.
Welcome! I'm Fiona, a qualified and experienced therapist specialising in working with adults, couples, young people and children. My goal is to help individuals navigate life’s challenges and find a path to well-being. I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental space where you can safely explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences at your own pace. I understand that everyone’s journey is unique, and I tailor my approach to meet your specific needs. Whether you're grappling with anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or simply feeling stuck, I'm here to support you in gaining clarity and achieving personal growth.
My therapeutic approach is integrative, combining elements of psychodynamic therapy, person-centered therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy, somatic therapy, and art to best support your needs.
Welcome! I'm Fiona, a qualified and experienced therapist specialising in working with adults, couples, young people and children. My goal is to help individuals navigate life’s challenges and find a path to well-being. I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental space where you can safely explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences at your own pace. I understand that everyone’s journey is unique, and I tailor my approach to meet your specific needs. Whether you're grappling with anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or simply feeling stuck, I'm here to support you in gaining clarity and achieving personal growth.
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Chui-Yee Cheung
Psychotherapist, COSRT Reg.
Southwark, London SE1
As a sex & relationship therapist, and a qualified Yoga teacher, I work with individuals & couples on their mind-body connection, through somatic awareness and psychosexual therapy, to help foster greater wellbeing in sexual expression and pleasure.
Many of my clients are couples who approach me with issues which include Ethical/Consensual Non-Monogamy (ENM/CNM) and Polyamory. They might be at the beginning stages, curious about exploring ENM, or they might have experienced already some of the painful and difficult areas which opening up a relationship can sometimes bring.
As a sex & relationship therapist, and a qualified Yoga teacher, I work with individuals & couples on their mind-body connection, through somatic awareness and psychosexual therapy, to help foster greater wellbeing in sexual expression and pleasure.
Many of my clients are couples who approach me with issues which include Ethical/Consensual Non-Monogamy (ENM/CNM) and Polyamory. They might be at the beginning stages, curious about exploring ENM, or they might have experienced already some of the painful and difficult areas which opening up a relationship can sometimes bring.
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Sayeeda Ali
Psychologist, PhD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Southwark, London SE1
Do you find yourself caught in a cycle of low mood and stress? Do you feel like you're coping on the outside while struggling on the inside? Are you hoping to better understand yourself and create lasting change? Whatever has brought you here, you don't have to face it alone. I am a Clinical Psychologist who works with adults experiencing anxiety, low mood, trauma, anger, and relationship difficulties. I also support people with ADHD and autism to better understand their experiences, navigate challenges, and build on their strengths.
Do you find yourself caught in a cycle of low mood and stress? Do you feel like you're coping on the outside while struggling on the inside? Are you hoping to better understand yourself and create lasting change? Whatever has brought you here, you don't have to face it alone. I am a Clinical Psychologist who works with adults experiencing anxiety, low mood, trauma, anger, and relationship difficulties. I also support people with ADHD and autism to better understand their experiences, navigate challenges, and build on their strengths.
020 4652 4955 View 020 4652 4955
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Shane Mackay
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Southwark, London SE1
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
020 3870 4138 View 020 3870 4138
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Marc Whittaker
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Southwark, London SE1
My integrative approach draws from MBET, AEDP, ACT, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, and IFS-informed practice, alongside somatic therapies.
My role as a therapist is to work alongside you, offering a supportive, non-judgemental space where we can gently explore what you are experiencing at a pace that feels safe and manageable. Together we can address difficulties such as anxiety, hyper-vigilance, depression, dissociation, intrusive thoughts, addiction, and related challenges. I support you in building internal balance, strengthening emotional regulation, managing stress, and working through trauma, life transitions, and relational difficulties.
My integrative approach draws from MBET, AEDP, ACT, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, and IFS-informed practice, alongside somatic therapies.
My role as a therapist is to work alongside you, offering a supportive, non-judgemental space where we can gently explore what you are experiencing at a pace that feels safe and manageable. Together we can address difficulties such as anxiety, hyper-vigilance, depression, dissociation, intrusive thoughts, addiction, and related challenges. I support you in building internal balance, strengthening emotional regulation, managing stress, and working through trauma, life transitions, and relational difficulties.
020 8090 5170 View 020 8090 5170
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Carys Staton
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Snr. Accred
Southwark, London SE1
Alongside regular supervision and reflective practice, I continue to deepen my learning through further training, including somatic approaches to psychotherapy.
Hi, I'm Carys, an integrative psychotherapist based in London Bridge, working with individuals and couples. People come to therapy for many different reasons. You may be navigating a life transition, struggling in relationships, feeling stuck in familiar patterns, or carrying the impact of difficult childhood experiences. Sometimes there is a clear reason for seeking support; at other times there is simply a sense that something no longer feels right. Therapy offers a space to slow down, reflect, and make sense of your experiences.
Alongside regular supervision and reflective practice, I continue to deepen my learning through further training, including somatic approaches to psychotherapy.
Hi, I'm Carys, an integrative psychotherapist based in London Bridge, working with individuals and couples. People come to therapy for many different reasons. You may be navigating a life transition, struggling in relationships, feeling stuck in familiar patterns, or carrying the impact of difficult childhood experiences. Sometimes there is a clear reason for seeking support; at other times there is simply a sense that something no longer feels right. Therapy offers a space to slow down, reflect, and make sense of your experiences.
020 3870 2925 View 020 3870 2925
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Jeanne-Claire Bischoff
Counsellor, MBACP
Southwark, London SE1
My work is grounded in compassion, curiosity, and collaboration, and I offer a safe, thoughtful space in which clients can make sense of their life experiences with understanding and support.
My work is grounded in compassion, curiosity, and collaboration, and I offer a safe, thoughtful space in which clients can make sense of their life experiences with understanding and support.
020 7870 1824 View 020 7870 1824
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Sarah Walton
Counsellor, PhD, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Southwark, London SE1
After a brain injury in 2004 I developed my own approach to using creative writing, storytelling work, breath work and somatic work to calm the nervous system.
Specialisms include: • Executive Coaching, Burnout and thriving & re-defining success in high pressure environments • Soul Writing Coaching • Brain injury recovery • Neurodiverse clients • Re-defining yourself through menopause and perimenopause • Re-defining yourself after a life-changing event
After a brain injury in 2004 I developed my own approach to using creative writing, storytelling work, breath work and somatic work to calm the nervous system.
Specialisms include: • Executive Coaching, Burnout and thriving & re-defining success in high pressure environments • Soul Writing Coaching • Brain injury recovery • Neurodiverse clients • Re-defining yourself through menopause and perimenopause • Re-defining yourself after a life-changing event
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Shweta Panchal
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Southwark, London SE1
My integrative approach brings together talking therapy and somatic work, so we pay attention not just to what you think, but how your experiences show up in your body.
I work with adults who feel anxious, low, overwhelmed or distressed, and stuck in patterns that don’t feel helpful. Some come with clear difficulties, while others have a sense that something isn’t quite right. I offer a warm, supportive and collaborative space where you can feel met and understood as we begin to make sense of your experiences and move towards change. The work aims to ease distress while helping you develop greater insight, feel more grounded, and live in a way that feels more aligned and meaningful to you.
My integrative approach brings together talking therapy and somatic work, so we pay attention not just to what you think, but how your experiences show up in your body.
I work with adults who feel anxious, low, overwhelmed or distressed, and stuck in patterns that don’t feel helpful. Some come with clear difficulties, while others have a sense that something isn’t quite right. I offer a warm, supportive and collaborative space where you can feel met and understood as we begin to make sense of your experiences and move towards change. The work aims to ease distress while helping you develop greater insight, feel more grounded, and live in a way that feels more aligned and meaningful to you.
020 8154 5214 View 020 8154 5214
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Jada Xinyi Wang
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Southwark, London SE1
I use a relational, depth-oriented approach integrating Psychosynthesis, Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), attachment-based work, family systems, and somatic awareness.
My name is Jada Wang. I work with women who struggle with self-worth, mother-daughter relationship and recurring relationship patterns. You may feel “not good enough,” overgive in relationships, or feel drawn to emotionally unavailable partners, despite appearing capable on the outside. I also specialise in mother–daughter relationship therapy, working with individuals or mother–daughter pairs. Together, we explore unresolved wounds, attachment patterns, and intergenerational dynamics, supporting you to build a more grounded sense of self and healthier relationships.
I use a relational, depth-oriented approach integrating Psychosynthesis, Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), attachment-based work, family systems, and somatic awareness.
My name is Jada Wang. I work with women who struggle with self-worth, mother-daughter relationship and recurring relationship patterns. You may feel “not good enough,” overgive in relationships, or feel drawn to emotionally unavailable partners, despite appearing capable on the outside. I also specialise in mother–daughter relationship therapy, working with individuals or mother–daughter pairs. Together, we explore unresolved wounds, attachment patterns, and intergenerational dynamics, supporting you to build a more grounded sense of self and healthier relationships.
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Ali Quinn
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Southwark, London SE1
With over two decades of experience as an Integrative Psychotherapist, I guide profound personal transformation with a holistic approach which combines traditional talk therapy, philosophy, somatic work, and the wisdom of the natural world.
Often the hardest part of creating change in our lives is simply making the conscious decision to do so. If you have found your way here, you are at least considering therapy & wanting to know more about how it might help you right now. This is a positive first step! It shows great courage to face life's difficulties & to reach out for support. But how does change actually happen? Where do we start? And as the world works through its troubles, how can we focus when our minds are surrounded by anxiety & uncertainty?
With over two decades of experience as an Integrative Psychotherapist, I guide profound personal transformation with a holistic approach which combines traditional talk therapy, philosophy, somatic work, and the wisdom of the natural world.
Often the hardest part of creating change in our lives is simply making the conscious decision to do so. If you have found your way here, you are at least considering therapy & wanting to know more about how it might help you right now. This is a positive first step! It shows great courage to face life's difficulties & to reach out for support. But how does change actually happen? Where do we start? And as the world works through its troubles, how can we focus when our minds are surrounded by anxiety & uncertainty?
020 4634 4771 View 020 4634 4771
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.