Somatic Counselling in Oldham
Hello, I’m Paul Wolstenholme, a fully qualified integrative transpersonal psychotherapist. I offer soul-centred talking therapy, offering a safe and compassionate space for adult individuals to embrace their true self, spirit, purpose and potential, access inner wisdom, mindfully navigate life’s challenges, heal trauma, foster positive relationships, work towards goals and achieve healthy balance in mind, body, heart and soul.
I am trauma-informed and work in a holistic, spiritual and creative manner according to the client's needs. I work with clients at depth on an open-ended basis and I also offer short-term counselling.
Hello, I’m Paul Wolstenholme, a fully qualified integrative transpersonal psychotherapist. I offer soul-centred talking therapy, offering a safe and compassionate space for adult individuals to embrace their true self, spirit, purpose and potential, access inner wisdom, mindfully navigate life’s challenges, heal trauma, foster positive relationships, work towards goals and achieve healthy balance in mind, body, heart and soul.
I am trauma-informed and work in a holistic, spiritual and creative manner according to the client's needs. I work with clients at depth on an open-ended basis and I also offer short-term counselling.
Toni is a CBT therapist with over 35 years of experience helping people navigate life's challenges through trauma-informed, compassionate care. Based in Manchester, Toni offers both in-person and online therapy sessions to support clients wherever they are in their healing journey.
Toni's path as a therapist began as a mental health nurse in the NHS, which gave her a deep understanding of the complexities of mental health and the profound importance of compassionate, person-centered care. This foundation continues to shape Toni's practice today ensuring every client feels truly heard, valued, and supported.
Toni is a CBT therapist with over 35 years of experience helping people navigate life's challenges through trauma-informed, compassionate care. Based in Manchester, Toni offers both in-person and online therapy sessions to support clients wherever they are in their healing journey.
Toni's path as a therapist began as a mental health nurse in the NHS, which gave her a deep understanding of the complexities of mental health and the profound importance of compassionate, person-centered care. This foundation continues to shape Toni's practice today ensuring every client feels truly heard, valued, and supported.
Different modalities i have i mix together aiming to help my clients to undertsand what is happening to them on a cognitive and somatic level and more clearer and calmer understanding of self, the real YOU.
My name is Tina i offer a safe space for you to explore your deepest thoughts and feelings. A non judgemental and caring enviroment. Through our journey together we can build on trust and understanding and experience a wonderful therapeutic relationship. Counselling can be a very beautiful and empowering experiance for you and myself. Im very passionate about my job and feel very privileged to be in this position. I would love to hear from you, dont be shy once you take this first step you will wonder why you didnt earlier.
Different modalities i have i mix together aiming to help my clients to undertsand what is happening to them on a cognitive and somatic level and more clearer and calmer understanding of self, the real YOU.
My name is Tina i offer a safe space for you to explore your deepest thoughts and feelings. A non judgemental and caring enviroment. Through our journey together we can build on trust and understanding and experience a wonderful therapeutic relationship. Counselling can be a very beautiful and empowering experiance for you and myself. Im very passionate about my job and feel very privileged to be in this position. I would love to hear from you, dont be shy once you take this first step you will wonder why you didnt earlier.
Hi, I'm Jody, a Level 5 Qualified Integrative Counsellor and a Registered Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).
As an Integrative Counsellor, I don’t believe one approach suits everyone. Every person is unique, which is why I adapt the way I work to best suit the person.
Alongside my counselling work, I’ve spent over twenty years in senior leadership roles within a large international organisation.
I also have lived experience of poor mental health so am aware how overpowering and debilitating it can be.
Due to all of the above, this places me in a unique and honoured position to help.
Hi, I'm Jody, a Level 5 Qualified Integrative Counsellor and a Registered Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).
As an Integrative Counsellor, I don’t believe one approach suits everyone. Every person is unique, which is why I adapt the way I work to best suit the person.
Alongside my counselling work, I’ve spent over twenty years in senior leadership roles within a large international organisation.
I also have lived experience of poor mental health so am aware how overpowering and debilitating it can be.
Due to all of the above, this places me in a unique and honoured position to help.
The therapies I offer are: Schema Therapy; Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT); Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR); Somatic Therapy; Couple's Therapy; Child Counselling; Young People's Counselling; Inner Child Work; Internal Family Systems (IFS); Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT); Positive Psychology; Person-Centred Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
Reaching out can be difficult. Maybe you feel stuck, anxious, unsettled, lost your way, or uncomfortable with whom you have become. The difficulties within our lives can change who we are or how we see the world. It can lead to thoughts or behaviours that take us away from who we are, resulting in a feeling of something not being right, struggling to cope or to make sense of things. When entering therapy, our life experiences enter too, and healing occurs within the processing. We will work together to build trust and explore your emotions and thoughts within a non-judgemental and safe environment, working at your own pace.
The therapies I offer are: Schema Therapy; Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT); Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR); Somatic Therapy; Couple's Therapy; Child Counselling; Young People's Counselling; Inner Child Work; Internal Family Systems (IFS); Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT); Positive Psychology; Person-Centred Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
Reaching out can be difficult. Maybe you feel stuck, anxious, unsettled, lost your way, or uncomfortable with whom you have become. The difficulties within our lives can change who we are or how we see the world. It can lead to thoughts or behaviours that take us away from who we are, resulting in a feeling of something not being right, struggling to cope or to make sense of things. When entering therapy, our life experiences enter too, and healing occurs within the processing. We will work together to build trust and explore your emotions and thoughts within a non-judgemental and safe environment, working at your own pace.
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Integrating Counselling, Somatic Therapy and Movement.
I weave trauma-informed counselling with somatic techniques and 19 years of embodied experience in movement and touch as medicine for healing. In my therapy room we invite your body into the work, allowing you to build a deeper awareness and connection between your body and your mind. This helps us build a grounded sense of embodied wholeness.
Integrating Counselling, Somatic Therapy and Movement.
I weave trauma-informed counselling with somatic techniques and 19 years of embodied experience in movement and touch as medicine for healing. In my therapy room we invite your body into the work, allowing you to build a deeper awareness and connection between your body and your mind. This helps us build a grounded sense of embodied wholeness.
Feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or not quite like yourself during times of change? Whether you’re navigating menopause, questioning your identity, or moving through life transitions, you don’t have to face it alone. Life’s changes can bring anxiety, overwhelm, brain fog, loss of confidence, or burnout. They may also reveal neurodivergent traits such as ADHD or autism. Experiences like children leaving home, caring for ageing parents, relationship or career changes, and shifts in identity, body image, or sexuality can all impact how you see yourself.
Feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or not quite like yourself during times of change? Whether you’re navigating menopause, questioning your identity, or moving through life transitions, you don’t have to face it alone. Life’s changes can bring anxiety, overwhelm, brain fog, loss of confidence, or burnout. They may also reveal neurodivergent traits such as ADHD or autism. Experiences like children leaving home, caring for ageing parents, relationship or career changes, and shifts in identity, body image, or sexuality can all impact how you see yourself.
Hello, I have 20 years work experience with adults experiencing depression and anxiety disorders, with a special interest in Trauma, adaptation to Long term Conditions like Fibromyalgia, self-esteem and couple conflicts.
I focus on understanding how past experience, beliefs and patterns influence the way we see the world today. Through curiosity and compassion and with a clear treatment plan informed by evidence-based approaches, I like helping people develop self-awareness and general psychological flexibility.
Hello, I have 20 years work experience with adults experiencing depression and anxiety disorders, with a special interest in Trauma, adaptation to Long term Conditions like Fibromyalgia, self-esteem and couple conflicts.
I focus on understanding how past experience, beliefs and patterns influence the way we see the world today. Through curiosity and compassion and with a clear treatment plan informed by evidence-based approaches, I like helping people develop self-awareness and general psychological flexibility.
Hi, I’m Matt. I live and work in Cheshire and South Manchester. I have worked with a diverse range of clients each with unique challenges and lived experience.
Anxiety, depression and uncertainty are often natural reactions to loss and trauma that can leave us feeling ‘stuck’, isolated, deeply hurt and disconnected. Clients who come to counselling often want circumstances, relationships, or feelings in their life to change. With support and unconditional validation of your own ‘story’, I work with you to find a way forward that respects your values and beliefs, and supports your desire for meaningful change.
Hi, I’m Matt. I live and work in Cheshire and South Manchester. I have worked with a diverse range of clients each with unique challenges and lived experience.
Anxiety, depression and uncertainty are often natural reactions to loss and trauma that can leave us feeling ‘stuck’, isolated, deeply hurt and disconnected. Clients who come to counselling often want circumstances, relationships, or feelings in their life to change. With support and unconditional validation of your own ‘story’, I work with you to find a way forward that respects your values and beliefs, and supports your desire for meaningful change.
I deliver an Integrative Therapy of Occupational Therapy & Mindfulness-Based Approaches, incorporating Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Compassion-Focused Approaches & Somatic-Focused Therapy.
My therapy practice is built on many years of experience– from NHS mental health services to fatigue & pain management clinics & now having particular resonance for people living with non-visible health challenges, ADHD presentations and feelings of burnout & overwhelm. I help build pathways to feeling more anchored, more autonomous, towards living life better. This is personal to everyone - maybe building helpful rhythms, habits, more meaning to life; maybe supporting self-management; feeling more regulated in mind & body; breaking cycles of masking, over-doing, self-judgement; or maybe it's towards re-connecting with yourself.
I deliver an Integrative Therapy of Occupational Therapy & Mindfulness-Based Approaches, incorporating Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Compassion-Focused Approaches & Somatic-Focused Therapy.
My therapy practice is built on many years of experience– from NHS mental health services to fatigue & pain management clinics & now having particular resonance for people living with non-visible health challenges, ADHD presentations and feelings of burnout & overwhelm. I help build pathways to feeling more anchored, more autonomous, towards living life better. This is personal to everyone - maybe building helpful rhythms, habits, more meaning to life; maybe supporting self-management; feeling more regulated in mind & body; breaking cycles of masking, over-doing, self-judgement; or maybe it's towards re-connecting with yourself.
Hi, my name is Sally. I am a qualified therapeutic counsellor with a BSc (Hons) degree in therapeutic counselling, gained from Leeds Beckett's University. I am an integrative counsellor, which means I incorporate different types of therapies in a person-centered way. Thus, I can offer you support that is especially catered for your needs. I am able to offer an environment that is empathic, cathartic and caring by creating a non-judgmental safe space for you to share how you are feeling.
Hi, my name is Sally. I am a qualified therapeutic counsellor with a BSc (Hons) degree in therapeutic counselling, gained from Leeds Beckett's University. I am an integrative counsellor, which means I incorporate different types of therapies in a person-centered way. Thus, I can offer you support that is especially catered for your needs. I am able to offer an environment that is empathic, cathartic and caring by creating a non-judgmental safe space for you to share how you are feeling.
My approach is relational, somatic, and trauma informed.
You might look like you’re coping on the outside, but inside feel anxious, overwhelmed, or disconnected. Your mind may not switch off, your body may feel constantly on edge, or you may find yourself repeating the same patterns in relationships. I specialise in working with clients navigating anxiety, trauma, and intimacy struggles, especially when mainstream therapy has not felt like the right fit.
My approach is relational, somatic, and trauma informed.
You might look like you’re coping on the outside, but inside feel anxious, overwhelmed, or disconnected. Your mind may not switch off, your body may feel constantly on edge, or you may find yourself repeating the same patterns in relationships. I specialise in working with clients navigating anxiety, trauma, and intimacy struggles, especially when mainstream therapy has not felt like the right fit.
Working with me involves collaboratively tuning into your inner wisdom: a session could look like talking, guided breath/ movement, somatic inquiry, parts/ inner child work.
You may have reached a point where old wounds, anxiety, relationship difficulties, burnout, loss, or feeling stuck or depressed are significantly affecting your life. Whatever has brought you here, I offer a space where you'll be met with compassion, curiosity, equality, and without judgement. With over 20 years' clinical experience working with adults and children across a variety of settings, and training in multiple modalities, I work in a trauma-informed, humanistic, and relational way, tailoring therapy to your unique needs rather than expecting you to fit a particular model.
Working with me involves collaboratively tuning into your inner wisdom: a session could look like talking, guided breath/ movement, somatic inquiry, parts/ inner child work.
You may have reached a point where old wounds, anxiety, relationship difficulties, burnout, loss, or feeling stuck or depressed are significantly affecting your life. Whatever has brought you here, I offer a space where you'll be met with compassion, curiosity, equality, and without judgement. With over 20 years' clinical experience working with adults and children across a variety of settings, and training in multiple modalities, I work in a trauma-informed, humanistic, and relational way, tailoring therapy to your unique needs rather than expecting you to fit a particular model.
I incorporate humanistic, experiential, creative, relational, dialogical, somatic and mindfulness modalities.
I am proudly AuDHD and draw on 16 years of experience in private practice as well as lived experience of being neurodivergent. I work exclusively with Autistic and ADHD adults. My solution focused approach is to help you thrive as an Autistic / ADHD person rather than cope with symptoms by carrying on living a neurotypical life. I work relationally and do more than just validate your experience. I am very much involved and provide input, challenge and guidance. I help clients to recognise the systemic injustice that they might not notice, reclaim their power and move from awareness to action.
I incorporate humanistic, experiential, creative, relational, dialogical, somatic and mindfulness modalities.
I am proudly AuDHD and draw on 16 years of experience in private practice as well as lived experience of being neurodivergent. I work exclusively with Autistic and ADHD adults. My solution focused approach is to help you thrive as an Autistic / ADHD person rather than cope with symptoms by carrying on living a neurotypical life. I work relationally and do more than just validate your experience. I am very much involved and provide input, challenge and guidance. I help clients to recognise the systemic injustice that they might not notice, reclaim their power and move from awareness to action.
Perhaps you are going through something that feels too overwhelming to tackle alone. People seek counselling for many reasons; a life crisis, relationship issues, a bereavement, work-related stress, lacking confidence, difficulty moving on from painful childhood experiences, a lack of purpose and meaning. Whatever your reasons, talking about your difficulties with someone who truly listens is the first step towards making them manageable. A strong therapeutic relationship can bring relief, support when it is most needed and transformative change.
Perhaps you are going through something that feels too overwhelming to tackle alone. People seek counselling for many reasons; a life crisis, relationship issues, a bereavement, work-related stress, lacking confidence, difficulty moving on from painful childhood experiences, a lack of purpose and meaning. Whatever your reasons, talking about your difficulties with someone who truly listens is the first step towards making them manageable. A strong therapeutic relationship can bring relief, support when it is most needed and transformative change.
Therapy brings clarity, helping you make effective decisions and positive changes in thoughts, attitudes, and behaviours. It's not about advice giving but creating space to talk, explore, and reach your own realisations. The goal is to feel more equipped to make choices and move forward with confidence and wellbeing. Hypnotherapy & mindfulness can be introduced as a type of complementary therapy—hypnosis promotes focus and openness to positive change, while mindfulness helps keep you grounded in the present.
Therapy brings clarity, helping you make effective decisions and positive changes in thoughts, attitudes, and behaviours. It's not about advice giving but creating space to talk, explore, and reach your own realisations. The goal is to feel more equipped to make choices and move forward with confidence and wellbeing. Hypnotherapy & mindfulness can be introduced as a type of complementary therapy—hypnosis promotes focus and openness to positive change, while mindfulness helps keep you grounded in the present.
I offer online and inperson individualised therapeutic interventions to clients committed to change. I offer a transpersonal, multidimensional approach designed to help you heal and more importantly move beyond the obstacles which hold you back and dim your light. I have a special interest in narcissistic abuse and childhood trauma, however my work is not limited to these areas. I am committed to use both my training and lived experience to help clients on their journey of recovery and healing enabling them live a transformed, purposeful fulfilled life.
I offer online and inperson individualised therapeutic interventions to clients committed to change. I offer a transpersonal, multidimensional approach designed to help you heal and more importantly move beyond the obstacles which hold you back and dim your light. I have a special interest in narcissistic abuse and childhood trauma, however my work is not limited to these areas. I am committed to use both my training and lived experience to help clients on their journey of recovery and healing enabling them live a transformed, purposeful fulfilled life.
I am an accredited counsellor and Somatic Experiencing practitioner.
I work primarily with clients struggling with identity or relational issues.
I am an accredited counsellor and Somatic Experiencing practitioner.
I work primarily with clients struggling with identity or relational issues.
Healing is about time, place and person. When you are ready the right person will appear. Personal recommendations can be helpful, but in my experience you know the right person for you.
I offer a 20 minute discovery call where you can see for yourself if we are the right fit. You and I will both know if this feels "right" and we can chat about the different ways in which I work to see what's best and where you would like to start.
I work in an integrated way using talking therapies, bodywork, breathwork, energy healing, flower essences and sleep hygiene to support your journey to wellness.
I cannot wait to connect with you.
Healing is about time, place and person. When you are ready the right person will appear. Personal recommendations can be helpful, but in my experience you know the right person for you.
I offer a 20 minute discovery call where you can see for yourself if we are the right fit. You and I will both know if this feels "right" and we can chat about the different ways in which I work to see what's best and where you would like to start.
I work in an integrated way using talking therapies, bodywork, breathwork, energy healing, flower essences and sleep hygiene to support your journey to wellness.
I cannot wait to connect with you.
My ideal clients are people living with PTSD or have experienced complex trauma in their earlier years. This may include single incident trauma, birth trauma, medical trauma, workplace trauma, or experiences that still feel active in the body and nervous system. I also work with complex trauma, which may come from lots of smaller or relational experiences over time and present as relational difficulties, mood swings, low self-worth, chronic tension, emotional overwhelm, or feeling disconnected from yourself. I support clients using EMDR, nervous system regulation and body-based modalities.
My ideal clients are people living with PTSD or have experienced complex trauma in their earlier years. This may include single incident trauma, birth trauma, medical trauma, workplace trauma, or experiences that still feel active in the body and nervous system. I also work with complex trauma, which may come from lots of smaller or relational experiences over time and present as relational difficulties, mood swings, low self-worth, chronic tension, emotional overwhelm, or feeling disconnected from yourself. I support clients using EMDR, nervous system regulation and body-based modalities.
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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.