Somatic Counselling in Nottingham
It takes a lot of courage to acknowledge when things feel like they’re becoming too much to carry. If you're feeling weighed down by life's challenges right now, please know that you don’t have to navigate this path alone.
I’m here to offer you a different kind of space—one where you can breathe, explore, and simply be yourself. You deserve to be truly heard and understood without the fear of judgment. We will build a trusting relationship where you can set the pace.
It takes a lot of courage to acknowledge when things feel like they’re becoming too much to carry. If you're feeling weighed down by life's challenges right now, please know that you don’t have to navigate this path alone.
I’m here to offer you a different kind of space—one where you can breathe, explore, and simply be yourself. You deserve to be truly heard and understood without the fear of judgment. We will build a trusting relationship where you can set the pace.
Psychotherapy with Chloe, Womens Trauma
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
1 Endorsed
Nottingham NG9
I help women overcome anxiety, trauma and PTSD and I specialise in birth trauma and perinatal difficulties. I'm trained in EMDR, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, and Art Therapy, with over 11 years of experience in the NHS, charity, and private sectors. I am passionate about working exclusively with women, helping them understand and process the root causes of their struggles so they can tap into their inner strength and feel empowered. I offer a safe, calm and create space to heal from my studio. I hold a neuroaffirming space, and neurodivergent women and mothers are welcome, babies are welcome in this space too.
I help women overcome anxiety, trauma and PTSD and I specialise in birth trauma and perinatal difficulties. I'm trained in EMDR, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, and Art Therapy, with over 11 years of experience in the NHS, charity, and private sectors. I am passionate about working exclusively with women, helping them understand and process the root causes of their struggles so they can tap into their inner strength and feel empowered. I offer a safe, calm and create space to heal from my studio. I hold a neuroaffirming space, and neurodivergent women and mothers are welcome, babies are welcome in this space too.
Hi my name is Adam. I am qualified and registered with the BACP. I am Reiki Attuned and also a certified meditation teacher. Sometimes life can get overwhelming or we may experience things that can impact negatively on our general way of being. I want you to know that it is really OK not to be OK and that it is OK to ask for help. If you find yourself struggling with your own sense of self or others around you, then please do reach out, I would like to help you. We can discover the light from within, when we explore and navigate the darkness.
Hi my name is Adam. I am qualified and registered with the BACP. I am Reiki Attuned and also a certified meditation teacher. Sometimes life can get overwhelming or we may experience things that can impact negatively on our general way of being. I want you to know that it is really OK not to be OK and that it is OK to ask for help. If you find yourself struggling with your own sense of self or others around you, then please do reach out, I would like to help you. We can discover the light from within, when we explore and navigate the darkness.
I’m a humanistic and integrative psychotherapist working relationally and developmentally. I believe our past relationships and experiences shape how we see ourselves, others, and the world. I offer a warm, respectful space where all parts of you are welcome. Therapy is unique to each person, and I draw on a range of approaches to meet your needs. Whether we talk, get creative, or simply sit together, I hold the process with care, curiosity, and protection. I understand the importance of being heard without judgment or analysis, and I aim to create a safe space for exploration, healing, and growth.
I’m a humanistic and integrative psychotherapist working relationally and developmentally. I believe our past relationships and experiences shape how we see ourselves, others, and the world. I offer a warm, respectful space where all parts of you are welcome. Therapy is unique to each person, and I draw on a range of approaches to meet your needs. Whether we talk, get creative, or simply sit together, I hold the process with care, curiosity, and protection. I understand the importance of being heard without judgment or analysis, and I aim to create a safe space for exploration, healing, and growth.
My approach is collaborative and tailored to your unique needs, drawing from Somatic and Compassion-Focused approaches, including Focusing, Emotion-Focused Therapy and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy among others.
Feeling low, confused, anxious, stuck, or overwhelmed can be incredibly isolating. Even when we have people around us who want to help, their support may not always feel helpful, we may feel misunderstood or we may feel like a burden. If any of this resonates with you, I want you to know that you’re not alone.
I warmly welcome you to a space where you can feel truly heard and supported. I can help with challenges such as Low mood, Anxiety, Stress, Burnout, Bereavement & Loss, Low confidence, Trauma, Life transitions, Cultural identity matters, Relationships & Family issues (I only work with individuals, no couples or families).
My approach is collaborative and tailored to your unique needs, drawing from Somatic and Compassion-Focused approaches, including Focusing, Emotion-Focused Therapy and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy among others.
Feeling low, confused, anxious, stuck, or overwhelmed can be incredibly isolating. Even when we have people around us who want to help, their support may not always feel helpful, we may feel misunderstood or we may feel like a burden. If any of this resonates with you, I want you to know that you’re not alone.
I warmly welcome you to a space where you can feel truly heard and supported. I can help with challenges such as Low mood, Anxiety, Stress, Burnout, Bereavement & Loss, Low confidence, Trauma, Life transitions, Cultural identity matters, Relationships & Family issues (I only work with individuals, no couples or families).
Do you carry pain that doesn't have a clear explanation; in your body, your relationships, or both? Maybe you've lived with complex trauma, abuse, or experiences from childhood that still shape how safe the world feels now. Maybe that shows up as fibromyalgia or chronic pain your body won't let go of, or as patterns in your closest relationships that feel impossible to shift. Many people I work with have spent years searching for answers their bodies and minds couldn't quite put into words.
Together, we make sense of what's underneath, at a pace that feels right for you.
English and French session.
Do you carry pain that doesn't have a clear explanation; in your body, your relationships, or both? Maybe you've lived with complex trauma, abuse, or experiences from childhood that still shape how safe the world feels now. Maybe that shows up as fibromyalgia or chronic pain your body won't let go of, or as patterns in your closest relationships that feel impossible to shift. Many people I work with have spent years searching for answers their bodies and minds couldn't quite put into words.
Together, we make sense of what's underneath, at a pace that feels right for you.
English and French session.
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?
Hello, my name is Michelle and I am a therapist with 16 years of experience supporting children and young people experiencing mental health difficulties across both NHS services and charitable organisations. I also work with adults, particularly specialising in women experiencing emotional distress.
I offer a compassionate, collaborative, and individualised approach, creating a safe space where people feel heard and supported. I am a registered therapeutic social worker and yoga teacher; I incorporate my therapeutic training and knowledge somatics to create a bespoke solution to problems clients are experiencing.
Hello, my name is Michelle and I am a therapist with 16 years of experience supporting children and young people experiencing mental health difficulties across both NHS services and charitable organisations. I also work with adults, particularly specialising in women experiencing emotional distress.
I offer a compassionate, collaborative, and individualised approach, creating a safe space where people feel heard and supported. I am a registered therapeutic social worker and yoga teacher; I incorporate my therapeutic training and knowledge somatics to create a bespoke solution to problems clients are experiencing.
Hello, Life can be tough and overwhelming at times, cant it? Especially when there can be so many changes and challenges in our lives. Do you need someone you can talk to who will really listen and can help you gain a better understanding of your thoughts and feelings and the difficult issues both past and present that you may be facing in your life, without fear of being judged? With a friendly and warm approach I am there to use my training and experience to support you.
Hello, Life can be tough and overwhelming at times, cant it? Especially when there can be so many changes and challenges in our lives. Do you need someone you can talk to who will really listen and can help you gain a better understanding of your thoughts and feelings and the difficult issues both past and present that you may be facing in your life, without fear of being judged? With a friendly and warm approach I am there to use my training and experience to support you.
Integrative theory, practice principles & research evidence inform & underpin my personal approach to understanding clients presenting issues and deeper-rooted problems. These are utilised to educate, inform & support clients to make links to reoccurring themes in their lives whilst the therapeutic relationship supports progress towards identified goals.
Integrative theory, practice principles & research evidence inform & underpin my personal approach to understanding clients presenting issues and deeper-rooted problems. These are utilised to educate, inform & support clients to make links to reoccurring themes in their lives whilst the therapeutic relationship supports progress towards identified goals.
Hello, my name is Niko (they/them). I am a Creative Arts Psychotherapist (accredited Dance Movement Psychotherapist and registered with ADMP UK - Association for Dance Movement Psychotherapy UK), based in Nottingham.
I am deeply passionate about the healing power of relationships and believe that community and collective care play an integral role in recovery. As a queer therapist navigating neurodivergence and disability, I am committed to offering a compassionate, holding space where clients are met exactly where they are. I welcome and honour each person’s experiences, stories, identities, and needs with respect and care.
Hello, my name is Niko (they/them). I am a Creative Arts Psychotherapist (accredited Dance Movement Psychotherapist and registered with ADMP UK - Association for Dance Movement Psychotherapy UK), based in Nottingham.
I am deeply passionate about the healing power of relationships and believe that community and collective care play an integral role in recovery. As a queer therapist navigating neurodivergence and disability, I am committed to offering a compassionate, holding space where clients are met exactly where they are. I welcome and honour each person’s experiences, stories, identities, and needs with respect and care.
You may have spent a long time trying to cope on your own, feeling increasingly isolated, overwhelmed or disconnected from yourself and others. Perhaps you know something needs to change, but you're not sure where to begin. I work with adults experiencing anxiety, trauma, relationship and attachment difficulties, bereavement, neurodiversity, life transitions and low self-worth. Together we'll explore how your life experiences have shaped the way you think, feel and relate, helping you develop greater self-understanding, resilience and more fulfilling relationships. I also work with couples, groups and families.
You may have spent a long time trying to cope on your own, feeling increasingly isolated, overwhelmed or disconnected from yourself and others. Perhaps you know something needs to change, but you're not sure where to begin. I work with adults experiencing anxiety, trauma, relationship and attachment difficulties, bereavement, neurodiversity, life transitions and low self-worth. Together we'll explore how your life experiences have shaped the way you think, feel and relate, helping you develop greater self-understanding, resilience and more fulfilling relationships. I also work with couples, groups and families.
I work in a person centered, relational and holistic way, tending to integrate psycho-education, emotional focusing, mind-body therapies, parts work, internal exposure, attachment theory, nervous system regulation skills & somatic work: breathing/grounding/mindfulness.
My name is Maria, I work with adult individuals experiencing the effects of grief, loss, abuse and trauma leading to mental health difficulties. Often clients describe feeling lost, stuck, confused or overwhelmed. Many also carry a sense of shame, worthlessness or hopelessness connected to their past. Feeling seen, heard, understood and cared for helps heal these wounds and increases our self awareness and self compassion - our capacity for change.
I work in a person centered, relational and holistic way, tending to integrate psycho-education, emotional focusing, mind-body therapies, parts work, internal exposure, attachment theory, nervous system regulation skills & somatic work: breathing/grounding/mindfulness.
My name is Maria, I work with adult individuals experiencing the effects of grief, loss, abuse and trauma leading to mental health difficulties. Often clients describe feeling lost, stuck, confused or overwhelmed. Many also carry a sense of shame, worthlessness or hopelessness connected to their past. Feeling seen, heard, understood and cared for helps heal these wounds and increases our self awareness and self compassion - our capacity for change.
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.
I practice an integrative approach, combining person-centred therapy with somatic work and parts work, helping you reconnect with yourself in a way that feels empowering and sustainable.
Life can be overwhelming, and whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, ASD, relationship challenges, or a journey of self-discovery, you don’t have to do it alone. My approach to therapy is direct yet warm, grounded in authenticity, humour, and deep respect for your unique experience.
As someone whose own path of self-discovery led me to become a therapist, I believe that understanding our patterns—our thoughts, behaviours, and the generational influences that shape us—can help build resilience and create meaningful change.
I practice an integrative approach, combining person-centred therapy with somatic work and parts work, helping you reconnect with yourself in a way that feels empowering and sustainable.
Life can be overwhelming, and whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, ASD, relationship challenges, or a journey of self-discovery, you don’t have to do it alone. My approach to therapy is direct yet warm, grounded in authenticity, humour, and deep respect for your unique experience.
As someone whose own path of self-discovery led me to become a therapist, I believe that understanding our patterns—our thoughts, behaviours, and the generational influences that shape us—can help build resilience and create meaningful change.
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.
I can offer talking sessions, art and play based sessions and also use Polyagal theory and somatic experiencing techniques.
The path to healing and self knowledge can be hard. The therapeutic relationship offers a safe space to reflect on life experiences, change negative patterns and work through trauma. I am a fully qualified person centred and experiential psychotherapist , trained to MSc level and BACP registered, also holding a degree in Creative, Expressive therapies. I offer a supportive and confidential environment, where we can work together through any experiences and thought processes that you choose to bring to session. Together we will work towards self understanding and personal growth.
I can offer talking sessions, art and play based sessions and also use Polyagal theory and somatic experiencing techniques.
The path to healing and self knowledge can be hard. The therapeutic relationship offers a safe space to reflect on life experiences, change negative patterns and work through trauma. I am a fully qualified person centred and experiential psychotherapist , trained to MSc level and BACP registered, also holding a degree in Creative, Expressive therapies. I offer a supportive and confidential environment, where we can work together through any experiences and thought processes that you choose to bring to session. Together we will work towards self understanding and personal growth.
Hi I’m Cat, Psychotherapist and Founder at Expressive Self Psychotherapy, a warm welcome to you! Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, intrusive thoughts, intense emotions or feeling numb and cut off from others? Whether you are navigating PTSD, OCD, complex emotional pain or are generally feeling stuck, I am here to help you find strength and resilience in your journey towards healing. By tailoring each session to meet your unique needs, I help you uncover new insights, build self-awareness, and develop effective coping skills.
Hi I’m Cat, Psychotherapist and Founder at Expressive Self Psychotherapy, a warm welcome to you! Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, intrusive thoughts, intense emotions or feeling numb and cut off from others? Whether you are navigating PTSD, OCD, complex emotional pain or are generally feeling stuck, I am here to help you find strength and resilience in your journey towards healing. By tailoring each session to meet your unique needs, I help you uncover new insights, build self-awareness, and develop effective coping skills.
I practise relational, integrative therapy informed by humanistic, psychodynamic and somatic approaches.
When life feels uncertain or overwhelming, it can be hard to know which way to turn. You may feel stuck, anxious, or shaped by external pressures—aware that something is missing or that you’re living for others rather than yourself. This can leave you struggling with self-worth, grief, or major change. You don’t need to have the answers, only the willingness to show up. If you long for deeper self-acceptance and authenticity, we can explore meaning, identity, and choice so you can move beyond feeling stuck, reconnect with your value, and feel more aligned with who you truly are and how you want to live.
I practise relational, integrative therapy informed by humanistic, psychodynamic and somatic approaches.
When life feels uncertain or overwhelming, it can be hard to know which way to turn. You may feel stuck, anxious, or shaped by external pressures—aware that something is missing or that you’re living for others rather than yourself. This can leave you struggling with self-worth, grief, or major change. You don’t need to have the answers, only the willingness to show up. If you long for deeper self-acceptance and authenticity, we can explore meaning, identity, and choice so you can move beyond feeling stuck, reconnect with your value, and feel more aligned with who you truly are and how you want to live.
Hi, I am Annette i am a member of the BACP as a registered counsellor/ psychotherapist
I have had over fifteen years experience working with clients who struggle with issues around addiction both drink and drugs, I also work with clients experiencing bereavement , anxiety, depression or trauma.
I work with adults of all ages from students to senior citizens online or by phone which ever is convenient for the client.
My approach is calm, non- judgmental and empathetic I try to connect to my client so that together we can explore any issues that are affecting them in a safe environment.
Hi, I am Annette i am a member of the BACP as a registered counsellor/ psychotherapist
I have had over fifteen years experience working with clients who struggle with issues around addiction both drink and drugs, I also work with clients experiencing bereavement , anxiety, depression or trauma.
I work with adults of all ages from students to senior citizens online or by phone which ever is convenient for the client.
My approach is calm, non- judgmental and empathetic I try to connect to my client so that together we can explore any issues that are affecting them in a safe environment.
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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.