Somatic Counselling in Macclesfield
I have 22 years’ experience working within mental health services, both NHS and the private sector. I have full BABCP accreditations in Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy with specialisms in Child and Adolescent Therapy. I offer specialist psychological therapy for anxiety disorders, depression, eating difficulties, O.C.D, trauma, addiction, self-injury, sleep problems, children’s behaviour, neurodiversity for both adults and young people. All interventions offered are evidence based and recommended in the National Institute for Clinical Excellence (NICE) guidance.
I have 22 years’ experience working within mental health services, both NHS and the private sector. I have full BABCP accreditations in Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy with specialisms in Child and Adolescent Therapy. I offer specialist psychological therapy for anxiety disorders, depression, eating difficulties, O.C.D, trauma, addiction, self-injury, sleep problems, children’s behaviour, neurodiversity for both adults and young people. All interventions offered are evidence based and recommended in the National Institute for Clinical Excellence (NICE) guidance.
Hello, I'm Jenny, a specialised trauma and neurodivergent affirming counsellor and psychotherapist - working with anxiety, depression, trauma, and neurodivergence (autism, dyslexia, ADHD and other differences).
I work (online and face to face) on Monday and Thursday evenings (from 5pm to 8pm, all day Friday (from 8am to 6pm) and on Saturday mornings (from 9am to 1pm).
Hello, I'm Jenny, a specialised trauma and neurodivergent affirming counsellor and psychotherapist - working with anxiety, depression, trauma, and neurodivergence (autism, dyslexia, ADHD and other differences).
I work (online and face to face) on Monday and Thursday evenings (from 5pm to 8pm, all day Friday (from 8am to 6pm) and on Saturday mornings (from 9am to 1pm).
I use an integrative approach, drawing on many therapy technique's such as CBT, person-centred, psychodynamic, Somatic and Attachment theory.
At some points in life, things can feel harder than we expect. You may be experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, or low self-worth. Or perhaps you feel stuck in repeated patterns that affect your relationships, parenting, or day-to-day life. These struggles can leave you feeling disconnected, from others, and sometimes from yourself.
Therapy with myself offers you the space to pause and untangle what feels difficult. I will walk alongside you with care and curiosity, helping you to make sense of your experiences and supporting you as you find a way forward that feels more grounded and hopeful.
I use an integrative approach, drawing on many therapy technique's such as CBT, person-centred, psychodynamic, Somatic and Attachment theory.
At some points in life, things can feel harder than we expect. You may be experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, or low self-worth. Or perhaps you feel stuck in repeated patterns that affect your relationships, parenting, or day-to-day life. These struggles can leave you feeling disconnected, from others, and sometimes from yourself.
Therapy with myself offers you the space to pause and untangle what feels difficult. I will walk alongside you with care and curiosity, helping you to make sense of your experiences and supporting you as you find a way forward that feels more grounded and hopeful.
Are you stuck, bewildered, unable to work out what is happening? Do you find that confiding with friends and family isn't necessarily that helpful? It may be time to explore with someone with a different approach what can change. Do you want to move out of a current pattern of thinking or behaving? I work with a solution focus in some sessions when the goal is to move an obstacle that is often our thinking and responding. I can offer an empathic and safe environment to work through life changes and transitions such as loss and grief, divorce or betrayal. I work especially well with shame based thoughts and behaviours.
Are you stuck, bewildered, unable to work out what is happening? Do you find that confiding with friends and family isn't necessarily that helpful? It may be time to explore with someone with a different approach what can change. Do you want to move out of a current pattern of thinking or behaving? I work with a solution focus in some sessions when the goal is to move an obstacle that is often our thinking and responding. I can offer an empathic and safe environment to work through life changes and transitions such as loss and grief, divorce or betrayal. I work especially well with shame based thoughts and behaviours.
Hi I’m Paula I qualified with a Masters in Counselling Psychotherapy in 2017. Since then, I’ve also trained in Couples Counselling. My basis of therapy is Person Centred, which means that I take cues from you to guide the process, so that there is no hurry to talk about things until you feel ready. My all-round approach is integrative as I incorporate connection with your mind, body and spirit into our Talking Therapy sessions. Perhaps your first query is; “Do I need Counselling?”. It’s a very common thought. Whether you are feeling confused, unsure, stuck, overflowing with emotions or numb, you are now in the right place.
Hi I’m Paula I qualified with a Masters in Counselling Psychotherapy in 2017. Since then, I’ve also trained in Couples Counselling. My basis of therapy is Person Centred, which means that I take cues from you to guide the process, so that there is no hurry to talk about things until you feel ready. My all-round approach is integrative as I incorporate connection with your mind, body and spirit into our Talking Therapy sessions. Perhaps your first query is; “Do I need Counselling?”. It’s a very common thought. Whether you are feeling confused, unsure, stuck, overflowing with emotions or numb, you are now in the right place.
I understand that it can be hard to reach out for therapy, especially when you may be finding life tough at the moment. Or perhaps you are in a better place and have decided that you want to explore aspects of your life. Either way, please do contact me to discuss your needs. In therapy sessions I would work with you to process your past so that you can see how it impacts the present. For many there is the need to grieve for what has been lost, whilst giving the opportunity to identify and embrace your true inner self. You would strengthen ‘Adult’ you, freeing yourself to embrace life.
I understand that it can be hard to reach out for therapy, especially when you may be finding life tough at the moment. Or perhaps you are in a better place and have decided that you want to explore aspects of your life. Either way, please do contact me to discuss your needs. In therapy sessions I would work with you to process your past so that you can see how it impacts the present. For many there is the need to grieve for what has been lost, whilst giving the opportunity to identify and embrace your true inner self. You would strengthen ‘Adult’ you, freeing yourself to embrace life.
Hello, I’m Nuala (Nu-la) — a UKCP Accredited Psychotherapist, Clinical Supervisor and Level 5 Counselling Tutor. I offer short, medium and long-term therapy for adults, students, and trainee therapists, both online and in person.
My work is Person-Centred Experiential (PCE), relational and trauma-informed, creating a compassionate space where all parts of you are welcome. I bring warmth, curiosity and respect to each session, supporting clients to deepen self-understanding, improve relationships and move towards meaningful change.
Hello, I’m Nuala (Nu-la) — a UKCP Accredited Psychotherapist, Clinical Supervisor and Level 5 Counselling Tutor. I offer short, medium and long-term therapy for adults, students, and trainee therapists, both online and in person.
My work is Person-Centred Experiential (PCE), relational and trauma-informed, creating a compassionate space where all parts of you are welcome. I bring warmth, curiosity and respect to each session, supporting clients to deepen self-understanding, improve relationships and move towards meaningful change.
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I am a Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registered Counselling Psychologist (PYL044156). I have over nine years of experience in mental health and therapeutic interventions for children, adolescents and adults. I am passionate about supporting racialised and marginalised individuals, given my experiences as a Black woman.
My aim is to provide a validating space whereby an individual feels heard while also being reminded of the innate tools they possess to manage life challenges. There is not solely one way to be and experience life. I believe this is also true for how we construct the therapeutic space.
I am a Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registered Counselling Psychologist (PYL044156). I have over nine years of experience in mental health and therapeutic interventions for children, adolescents and adults. I am passionate about supporting racialised and marginalised individuals, given my experiences as a Black woman.
My aim is to provide a validating space whereby an individual feels heard while also being reminded of the innate tools they possess to manage life challenges. There is not solely one way to be and experience life. I believe this is also true for how we construct the therapeutic space.
I am a highly motivated individual who is caring and passionate about providing therapy to suit your needs, I do this by using an integrative approach, such as Cognitive behavior therapy, Person centred and psychodynamic & trauma informed approaches such as IEMT. I believe this collaborative approach is beneficial as therapy is not one style suits all. I am able to gain a true felt sense for each and every individual and apply evidence based models to help provide you with the best model to suit your needs, I do this whilst offering emotional support in a non judge mental safe space to help address and process your concerns.
I am a highly motivated individual who is caring and passionate about providing therapy to suit your needs, I do this by using an integrative approach, such as Cognitive behavior therapy, Person centred and psychodynamic & trauma informed approaches such as IEMT. I believe this collaborative approach is beneficial as therapy is not one style suits all. I am able to gain a true felt sense for each and every individual and apply evidence based models to help provide you with the best model to suit your needs, I do this whilst offering emotional support in a non judge mental safe space to help address and process your concerns.
In life certain incidents such a loss and unhealthy relationships with self and others can lead you to disconnect from yourself. Disconnection can make it difficult for you to be able feel everyday emotions such as joy, contentment and love which can have a detrimental impact on your ability to move on with your life and thrive, leaving you trapped in unhelpful patterns of behaviour that no longer serve you. After experiencing a loss and supporting many individuals over the past 25 years I have developed a wealth of knowledge and skills that can also support you to facilitate change and allow you live the life that you want to live.
In life certain incidents such a loss and unhealthy relationships with self and others can lead you to disconnect from yourself. Disconnection can make it difficult for you to be able feel everyday emotions such as joy, contentment and love which can have a detrimental impact on your ability to move on with your life and thrive, leaving you trapped in unhelpful patterns of behaviour that no longer serve you. After experiencing a loss and supporting many individuals over the past 25 years I have developed a wealth of knowledge and skills that can also support you to facilitate change and allow you live the life that you want to live.
In a session together, we will be working through things together, side by side, at your own pace. There’s no rush, no dismissal—just a space for you to better understand yourself and take the steps toward healing, on your own terms. Every person’s journey is unique, and I’m here to walk alongside you as you rediscover your path to personal growth. In our sessions, strength is about allowing yourself to be vulnerable; your voice is valued, and your story will be met with warmth and compassion.
I work with clients across the UK and offer sessions via video, telephone or in-person.
In a session together, we will be working through things together, side by side, at your own pace. There’s no rush, no dismissal—just a space for you to better understand yourself and take the steps toward healing, on your own terms. Every person’s journey is unique, and I’m here to walk alongside you as you rediscover your path to personal growth. In our sessions, strength is about allowing yourself to be vulnerable; your voice is valued, and your story will be met with warmth and compassion.
I work with clients across the UK and offer sessions via video, telephone or in-person.
Looking for a therapist may feel overwhelming. I offer a non-judgmental space to examine what brought you to this decision. Whether a life event has changed how you feel about yourself and others, or a longer-term pattern has created relationship and life difficulties, we can explore this within the safety of the therapeutic relationship. I believe there are parts of ourselves difficult to perceive alone, and through relationship with a validating, compassionate other, we are able to enhance our awareness of ourselves and the world around us, gaining insight, which allows us to live more authentically.
Looking for a therapist may feel overwhelming. I offer a non-judgmental space to examine what brought you to this decision. Whether a life event has changed how you feel about yourself and others, or a longer-term pattern has created relationship and life difficulties, we can explore this within the safety of the therapeutic relationship. I believe there are parts of ourselves difficult to perceive alone, and through relationship with a validating, compassionate other, we are able to enhance our awareness of ourselves and the world around us, gaining insight, which allows us to live more authentically.
In psychodynamic psychotherapy, there is a focus on your emotional world and how feelings are expressed or avoided; in time, we'd identify recurring themes and patterns in your life; we would think about past experience and how it relates to the present; we'd get to know your relationships, including the therapy relationship itself; and, because emotional conflict is often unconscious, we would explore the non-verbal parts of your experience – daydreams, dreams, gestures, movements, sensations and intuitions – the things in our experience that sit closer to unconscious life.
In psychodynamic psychotherapy, there is a focus on your emotional world and how feelings are expressed or avoided; in time, we'd identify recurring themes and patterns in your life; we would think about past experience and how it relates to the present; we'd get to know your relationships, including the therapy relationship itself; and, because emotional conflict is often unconscious, we would explore the non-verbal parts of your experience – daydreams, dreams, gestures, movements, sensations and intuitions – the things in our experience that sit closer to unconscious life.
Are you looking for lasting happiness & well-being? Dr Kilcommons is a Consultant Clinical Psychologist, Cognitive Analytic Therapist, accredited Cognitive Behaviour Therapist & Brainspotting Therapist; with over 25 years clinical experience across community & inpatient, substance misuse, physical health, forensic & performance settings. She is also EFT Level II, Voice Dialogue & Reiki trained. She specialises in general mental health issues, trauma & working with high performers, largely in elite sports & business. Sessions are held in the strictest of confidence, with compassionate care & tailored to your needs.
Are you looking for lasting happiness & well-being? Dr Kilcommons is a Consultant Clinical Psychologist, Cognitive Analytic Therapist, accredited Cognitive Behaviour Therapist & Brainspotting Therapist; with over 25 years clinical experience across community & inpatient, substance misuse, physical health, forensic & performance settings. She is also EFT Level II, Voice Dialogue & Reiki trained. She specialises in general mental health issues, trauma & working with high performers, largely in elite sports & business. Sessions are held in the strictest of confidence, with compassionate care & tailored to your needs.
I offer a safe, calm space that is empathic, authentic, and non-judgemental. I fundamentally work with a humanistic, relational approach, appreciating that each client is unique in their lived experience. I also use an integrative approach to psychotherapy, meaning I use more than one modality. For example, I integrate developmental approaches, as I align with the theories that our childhood experiences impact us into adulthood, our sense of who we are, and what we bring to our close relationships. This is often unconscious to our day-to-day awareness.
I offer a safe, calm space that is empathic, authentic, and non-judgemental. I fundamentally work with a humanistic, relational approach, appreciating that each client is unique in their lived experience. I also use an integrative approach to psychotherapy, meaning I use more than one modality. For example, I integrate developmental approaches, as I align with the theories that our childhood experiences impact us into adulthood, our sense of who we are, and what we bring to our close relationships. This is often unconscious to our day-to-day awareness.
Together, we’ll unravel the root causes of your pain using a holistic blend of mindfulness, somatic practices, polyvagal theory, parts work, and solution-focused therapy, all integrated with a humanistic approach.
Hello, I’m Leih. Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or disconnected from those around you? Perhaps you're struggling with depression, navigating the complexities of midlife, or dealing with the painful experience of family estrangement. You don’t have to face these challenges alone—I’m here to help .As a trauma-informed psychotherapist and clinical hypnotherapist, I specialize in helping individuals like you who are seeking understanding, healing, and a path forward. My approach is warm and non-judgmental, creating a space where you can feel safe to explore your emotions and experiences at your own
Together, we’ll unravel the root causes of your pain using a holistic blend of mindfulness, somatic practices, polyvagal theory, parts work, and solution-focused therapy, all integrated with a humanistic approach.
Hello, I’m Leih. Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or disconnected from those around you? Perhaps you're struggling with depression, navigating the complexities of midlife, or dealing with the painful experience of family estrangement. You don’t have to face these challenges alone—I’m here to help .As a trauma-informed psychotherapist and clinical hypnotherapist, I specialize in helping individuals like you who are seeking understanding, healing, and a path forward. My approach is warm and non-judgmental, creating a space where you can feel safe to explore your emotions and experiences at your own
My intervention is further supported through the practices of Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Compassion-Focused & Somatic-Focused.
I'm Natalie & my passion & expertise is in supporting & empowering people to live more fully - managing the impact of low mood, anxiety, chronic stress, fatigue, pain & burnout on their daily lives. I support people to be more ‘in the driving seat’, to understand more about themselves, what impacts on their health challenges & what can help them live better lives. I help people build on their confidence, motivation & hopes for supporting changes in their life - so they can feel more able to cope with life's demands, more balanced in their daily rhythms, calmer in their mind & body, & able to participate more in their everyday life.
My intervention is further supported through the practices of Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Compassion-Focused & Somatic-Focused.
I'm Natalie & my passion & expertise is in supporting & empowering people to live more fully - managing the impact of low mood, anxiety, chronic stress, fatigue, pain & burnout on their daily lives. I support people to be more ‘in the driving seat’, to understand more about themselves, what impacts on their health challenges & what can help them live better lives. I help people build on their confidence, motivation & hopes for supporting changes in their life - so they can feel more able to cope with life's demands, more balanced in their daily rhythms, calmer in their mind & body, & able to participate more in their everyday life.
As an integrative therapist, I tailor my approach based on the client's presenting issues and evolving needs, drawing on various therapeutic modalities and techniques. This dynamic and personalised method ensures that each session is uniquely suited to the client's current state and long-term goals.
As an integrative therapist, I tailor my approach based on the client's presenting issues and evolving needs, drawing on various therapeutic modalities and techniques. This dynamic and personalised method ensures that each session is uniquely suited to the client's current state and long-term goals.
Expecting to have some enjoyment and a sense of fulfilment in life is not a pipe dream – it’s your purpose and your right. If you’re like 99% of others, then you can’t quit your job and travel the world because a quote on social media told you that’s how to be happy. Life is tough, and things often get thrown our way that knock us sideways. You might even be waking up more than you’d care to asking: “what is the point in all this?”. Or maybe you feel stuck in a cycle, struggling to make changes in your life? You're not alone, and you don't have to feel this way.
Expecting to have some enjoyment and a sense of fulfilment in life is not a pipe dream – it’s your purpose and your right. If you’re like 99% of others, then you can’t quit your job and travel the world because a quote on social media told you that’s how to be happy. Life is tough, and things often get thrown our way that knock us sideways. You might even be waking up more than you’d care to asking: “what is the point in all this?”. Or maybe you feel stuck in a cycle, struggling to make changes in your life? You're not alone, and you don't have to feel this way.
Are you feeling stuck, facing a challenging period, struggling to cope or just wanting to understand yourself better? Are you feeling lost, powerless and helpless? You might have experienced a life changing event such as bereavement or divorce and be struggling with knowing how to cope with the future. Are you experiencing stress at work, even feelings of panic? I can help you explore these issues and others in a safe, quiet and relaxing environment. You are an expert on you. I look forward to hearing from you if you’d like to work with me.
Are you feeling stuck, facing a challenging period, struggling to cope or just wanting to understand yourself better? Are you feeling lost, powerless and helpless? You might have experienced a life changing event such as bereavement or divorce and be struggling with knowing how to cope with the future. Are you experiencing stress at work, even feelings of panic? I can help you explore these issues and others in a safe, quiet and relaxing environment. You are an expert on you. I look forward to hearing from you if you’d like to work with me.
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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.