Somatic Counselling in Watford
Treatment includes a full assessment, flashback/nightmare prevention, anxiety and depression reduction, providimg tools and resources for you to use outside of sessions, emotional regulation, repair self-esteem and low self worth and fully process traumas, using specific trauma focussed techniques, including EMDR and somatic bodywork so that they don't hold power any more.
I'm a complex trauma and PTSD specialist. Trauma impacts us physically, mentally, energetically and emotionally. Depression and anxiety; anger; intrusive memories, flashbacks or nightmares; addictive or avoidant behaviours, stubborn negative beliefs and relationship difficulties. You might experience physical aches, pains for which the doctors can't find any cause or have had talking therapies previously that have left you feeling no better. Your symptoms may leave you feeling stuck, overwhelmed and feeling a million miles away from the person that you want to be.
Treatment includes a full assessment, flashback/nightmare prevention, anxiety and depression reduction, providimg tools and resources for you to use outside of sessions, emotional regulation, repair self-esteem and low self worth and fully process traumas, using specific trauma focussed techniques, including EMDR and somatic bodywork so that they don't hold power any more.
I'm a complex trauma and PTSD specialist. Trauma impacts us physically, mentally, energetically and emotionally. Depression and anxiety; anger; intrusive memories, flashbacks or nightmares; addictive or avoidant behaviours, stubborn negative beliefs and relationship difficulties. You might experience physical aches, pains for which the doctors can't find any cause or have had talking therapies previously that have left you feeling no better. Your symptoms may leave you feeling stuck, overwhelmed and feeling a million miles away from the person that you want to be.
As a therapist, I believe that each of us holds a deep knowledge of ourselves. We are, in many ways, our own greatest resource when it comes to understanding and improving our mental health. However, the skills and tools to navigate this process aren’t always something we’re taught, and there are moments in life where we all need support. That’s where I come in—to help guide and empower you on your journey to becoming your own therapist. Together, we’ll work collaboratively to unlock your potential, as there is no greater gift you can give yourself than the ability to care for your mental health with confidence and clarity.
As a therapist, I believe that each of us holds a deep knowledge of ourselves. We are, in many ways, our own greatest resource when it comes to understanding and improving our mental health. However, the skills and tools to navigate this process aren’t always something we’re taught, and there are moments in life where we all need support. That’s where I come in—to help guide and empower you on your journey to becoming your own therapist. Together, we’ll work collaboratively to unlock your potential, as there is no greater gift you can give yourself than the ability to care for your mental health with confidence and clarity.
As parents when our children are struggling we just want to help but often don’t know how. What they are facing can feel overwhelming but there is hope. Counselling provides children and young people with a safe space where they can explore, work things out, heal and move on from difficulties that they experience. Working with someone who is not a family member or friend, but who is supportive, non-judgmental and accepting, who helps us make sense of what we are going through and move forward, can be really beneficial. I aim to help young people accept and value themselves, raise their resilience, gain coping skills and thrive.
As parents when our children are struggling we just want to help but often don’t know how. What they are facing can feel overwhelming but there is hope. Counselling provides children and young people with a safe space where they can explore, work things out, heal and move on from difficulties that they experience. Working with someone who is not a family member or friend, but who is supportive, non-judgmental and accepting, who helps us make sense of what we are going through and move forward, can be really beneficial. I aim to help young people accept and value themselves, raise their resilience, gain coping skills and thrive.
I work with your inner parts, attachment patterns, emotional growth, and mind-body connection through somatic and psychodynamic therapy, helping you break old cycles, reclaim your energy, and transform your life.
Individuals or Couples.You may be my ideal client if you feel anxious, overwhelmed, low in mood, stuck in repeating relationship patterns, or disconnected from yourself. You might experience panic, tension, overthinking, burnout, or shutdown, and want support that goes deeper than coping strategies. I also work with people diagnosed with chronic fatigue who feel drained, misunderstood, or limited by their symptoms. Together, we aim to help you feel calmer, more grounded, emotionally clearer, and more confident in life and relationships.
I work with your inner parts, attachment patterns, emotional growth, and mind-body connection through somatic and psychodynamic therapy, helping you break old cycles, reclaim your energy, and transform your life.
Individuals or Couples.You may be my ideal client if you feel anxious, overwhelmed, low in mood, stuck in repeating relationship patterns, or disconnected from yourself. You might experience panic, tension, overthinking, burnout, or shutdown, and want support that goes deeper than coping strategies. I also work with people diagnosed with chronic fatigue who feel drained, misunderstood, or limited by their symptoms. Together, we aim to help you feel calmer, more grounded, emotionally clearer, and more confident in life and relationships.
I am an experienced counsellor/psychotherapist. I consider it of utmost importance that we build a strong and supportive therapeutic relationship within which you can feel safe and trusting enough to discuss and explore whatever is going on for you. I am here to listen and will not judge what you have to say. I'm here to help you feel better by making sense of the things that you think and feel and to empower you to make your own choices about how you move forward in your life. You can trust that I will act in your best interests at all times and adhere to the BACP Ethical Framework for the Counselling Professions.
I am an experienced counsellor/psychotherapist. I consider it of utmost importance that we build a strong and supportive therapeutic relationship within which you can feel safe and trusting enough to discuss and explore whatever is going on for you. I am here to listen and will not judge what you have to say. I'm here to help you feel better by making sense of the things that you think and feel and to empower you to make your own choices about how you move forward in your life. You can trust that I will act in your best interests at all times and adhere to the BACP Ethical Framework for the Counselling Professions.
I get it. I've been there. You seem confident, ambitious and are always there for others. People think you lead a great life but it doesn’t always feel that way. You got through childhood and teenage years and have lots to be grateful for. Despite all of your effort and achievement in life, something doesn't feel quite right. An anxious, nagging feeling sits in your mind and body and makes you uncomfortable in your own skin. You’ve ignored it and carried on but you have many questions. It’s frustrating and exhausting but something has prompted you to find answers. You want to be more relaxed within yourself and feel good enough.
I get it. I've been there. You seem confident, ambitious and are always there for others. People think you lead a great life but it doesn’t always feel that way. You got through childhood and teenage years and have lots to be grateful for. Despite all of your effort and achievement in life, something doesn't feel quite right. An anxious, nagging feeling sits in your mind and body and makes you uncomfortable in your own skin. You’ve ignored it and carried on but you have many questions. It’s frustrating and exhausting but something has prompted you to find answers. You want to be more relaxed within yourself and feel good enough.
I work with most presenting issues in children & adults. I specialise in brain-based therapies that I integrate with talking therapies. My specialist area is psychological trauma and emotional regulation found in most issues. I have 40 years experience in the NHS, Private & Voluntary sectors with children, couples & adults.
I work with most presenting issues in children & adults. I specialise in brain-based therapies that I integrate with talking therapies. My specialist area is psychological trauma and emotional regulation found in most issues. I have 40 years experience in the NHS, Private & Voluntary sectors with children, couples & adults.
The use of EMDR Somatic and behavioural therapy supports nervous system regulation and recovery building a empowered fully functioning version of yourself by gently untangling what’s holding you back.
I am here to help you get your life on track. The work we will undertake is not a temporary fix only to revert back... It is deep inner change and growth at your core. As a result you will feel more confident, stable emotionally regulated, balanced and self assured, you will feel safer in yourself in the world around you and able to focus on being you.
The use of EMDR Somatic and behavioural therapy supports nervous system regulation and recovery building a empowered fully functioning version of yourself by gently untangling what’s holding you back.
I am here to help you get your life on track. The work we will undertake is not a temporary fix only to revert back... It is deep inner change and growth at your core. As a result you will feel more confident, stable emotionally regulated, balanced and self assured, you will feel safer in yourself in the world around you and able to focus on being you.
I offer a warm, non-judgemental space to support you in managing life’s challenges and assist you on your path of wellbeing. You may be feeling anxious or you may be experiencing stress, depression, overwhelm or even be in crisis. You may be having relationship difficulties, health issues or experiencing low self-esteem. Or you may be feeling stuck and uncertain of how to move forward. If so counselling can support you by providing a safe and private space that is your time, a time just for you to explore your thoughts and feelings, reflect and find some understanding, peace and calm.
I offer a warm, non-judgemental space to support you in managing life’s challenges and assist you on your path of wellbeing. You may be feeling anxious or you may be experiencing stress, depression, overwhelm or even be in crisis. You may be having relationship difficulties, health issues or experiencing low self-esteem. Or you may be feeling stuck and uncertain of how to move forward. If so counselling can support you by providing a safe and private space that is your time, a time just for you to explore your thoughts and feelings, reflect and find some understanding, peace and calm.
My focus is to truly understand your problem and we work together as a team to get the results you need to move you from where you are now to where you want to be. To do that I use my 34 years of professional experience to help you get peace of mind. Formerly of Harley Street I am a qualified Psychotherapist and Counsellor registered with the UKCP. I have also counselled and trained therapists at Guys Hospital, London.
My focus is to truly understand your problem and we work together as a team to get the results you need to move you from where you are now to where you want to be. To do that I use my 34 years of professional experience to help you get peace of mind. Formerly of Harley Street I am a qualified Psychotherapist and Counsellor registered with the UKCP. I have also counselled and trained therapists at Guys Hospital, London.
I am a Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registered Counselling Psychologist (PYL044156). I have over ten 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 ten 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.
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I work collaborative and compassionate way, valuing curiosity, and the unique story each person brings. I’m committed to holding a space that is respectful, attuned, and trauma-sensitive. I help people explore emotional and bodily experiences, make sense of recurrent patterns, and develop new ways of being that fit their deepest values and capacities.
I work collaborative and compassionate way, valuing curiosity, and the unique story each person brings. I’m committed to holding a space that is respectful, attuned, and trauma-sensitive. I help people explore emotional and bodily experiences, make sense of recurrent patterns, and develop new ways of being that fit their deepest values and capacities.
I offer a calm and inclusive space where my clients can begin to feel respected, heard, and valued. My person-centred approach aims to facilitate self-expression free from judgement.
Active listening is fundamental to my practice; I attend carefully to clients' spoken words and the emotions underlying their experiences. My aim is to support clients in addressing their personal challenges, providing thoughtful reflection, empathy and compassion to support a sense of individual identity.
I am a BACP registered therapist, adhering to their ethical framework and professional standards to ensure on-going commitment to my clients.
I offer a calm and inclusive space where my clients can begin to feel respected, heard, and valued. My person-centred approach aims to facilitate self-expression free from judgement.
Active listening is fundamental to my practice; I attend carefully to clients' spoken words and the emotions underlying their experiences. My aim is to support clients in addressing their personal challenges, providing thoughtful reflection, empathy and compassion to support a sense of individual identity.
I am a BACP registered therapist, adhering to their ethical framework and professional standards to ensure on-going commitment to my clients.
I am an integrative psychotherapist, couples therapist, and psychosexual therapist offering therapy in Shoreditch, London, Bishop's Stortford and online.
I support individuals, couples and partners to understand themselves and their relationships, work through challenges, and find practical ways forward with greater clarity, confidence, and connection.
My approach is warm, supportive, and non-judgemental, while also gently challenging when needed. Therapy with me is a space where you can speak openly, feel truly heard, and explore yourself and your relationships more deeply.
I am an integrative psychotherapist, couples therapist, and psychosexual therapist offering therapy in Shoreditch, London, Bishop's Stortford and online.
I support individuals, couples and partners to understand themselves and their relationships, work through challenges, and find practical ways forward with greater clarity, confidence, and connection.
My approach is warm, supportive, and non-judgemental, while also gently challenging when needed. Therapy with me is a space where you can speak openly, feel truly heard, and explore yourself and your relationships more deeply.
I provide online coaching for adults living with chronic illness, chronic pain, persistent symptoms, or other long-term health challenges that affect quality of life. You may have a clear medical diagnosis or ongoing symptoms without a clear explanation. Drawing on my background in health psychology and behavioural medicine, I provide education, practical strategies, and support to help you navigate the physical and emotional challenges of long-term illness. I also specialize in the lasting impact of childhood trauma and narcissistic abuse on health and well-being, using a trauma-informed approach.
I provide online coaching for adults living with chronic illness, chronic pain, persistent symptoms, or other long-term health challenges that affect quality of life. You may have a clear medical diagnosis or ongoing symptoms without a clear explanation. Drawing on my background in health psychology and behavioural medicine, I provide education, practical strategies, and support to help you navigate the physical and emotional challenges of long-term illness. I also specialize in the lasting impact of childhood trauma and narcissistic abuse on health and well-being, using a trauma-informed approach.
I am a specialist psychological therapist with over 10 000 hours of clinical practice. In our clinics we offer a range of therapeutic resources to support paediatric and young people in resolving mental health conditions and neurodiversity concerns. I am a qualified in EMDR and Trauma-focused CBT, and specialise in working with families with members with Autism and ADHD, amongst other therapies and have considerable training and experience managing traumatic presentations stemming from adverse life experiences. I also offer neuroscience-based psychological treatments for pain, chronic and terminal illness.
I am a specialist psychological therapist with over 10 000 hours of clinical practice. In our clinics we offer a range of therapeutic resources to support paediatric and young people in resolving mental health conditions and neurodiversity concerns. I am a qualified in EMDR and Trauma-focused CBT, and specialise in working with families with members with Autism and ADHD, amongst other therapies and have considerable training and experience managing traumatic presentations stemming from adverse life experiences. I also offer neuroscience-based psychological treatments for pain, chronic and terminal illness.
Life can be hard. We are all having a human experience, which means we all face difficulties and obstacles. You needn’t be alone. As a therapist, I’m here to be alongside you with an open heart, and to create a safe space for you on your journey of self-discovery. My approach is non-judgemental and involves curiosity to explore what is happening for you and how you might live life differently. We can look at your experiences, how you see the world, and how you understand yourself. This may include looking at how early life experiences have impacted on you.
Life can be hard. We are all having a human experience, which means we all face difficulties and obstacles. You needn’t be alone. As a therapist, I’m here to be alongside you with an open heart, and to create a safe space for you on your journey of self-discovery. My approach is non-judgemental and involves curiosity to explore what is happening for you and how you might live life differently. We can look at your experiences, how you see the world, and how you understand yourself. This may include looking at how early life experiences have impacted on you.
People come to therapy carrying feelings of loss, stuckness, or uncertainty about their direction in life. You might be struggling with relationships, erectile difficulties, sexual or gender identity, sexual trauma, addiction, OCD, or looking for a safe, kink-aware space to explore aspects of BDSM or sexuality. Many people also come when something in their life simply no longer feels aligned, even if they can’t yet explain why.
At the heart of therapy is the need to feel truly seen and heard — met with understanding and compassion. I offer a space where you can bring whatever is present, you dont have to face it alone.
People come to therapy carrying feelings of loss, stuckness, or uncertainty about their direction in life. You might be struggling with relationships, erectile difficulties, sexual or gender identity, sexual trauma, addiction, OCD, or looking for a safe, kink-aware space to explore aspects of BDSM or sexuality. Many people also come when something in their life simply no longer feels aligned, even if they can’t yet explain why.
At the heart of therapy is the need to feel truly seen and heard — met with understanding and compassion. I offer a space where you can bring whatever is present, you dont have to face it alone.
I integrate TA, CBT, ERP, MBCT, Somatic therapyand EMDR to further my clients growing emotional and physiological self-awareness with learned behavioural strategies.
Seasoned private practice and NHS practitioner, with 20+ years background in neuropsychology, I structure therapy around the needs of my clients. In my Trauma-informed practice I employ evidence-based techniques such as EMDR, CBT, ERP and DBT, in conjunction with psychoeducation. Client-Centred approach is central to my therapeutic aim of growing self-awareness and offering clients a proactive involvement in their therapeutic process. My private practice is based in Derbyshire and virtually on Zoom, where in a confidential, safe and empathic environment I have been supporting clients from across the UK, Europe and further afield.
I integrate TA, CBT, ERP, MBCT, Somatic therapyand EMDR to further my clients growing emotional and physiological self-awareness with learned behavioural strategies.
Seasoned private practice and NHS practitioner, with 20+ years background in neuropsychology, I structure therapy around the needs of my clients. In my Trauma-informed practice I employ evidence-based techniques such as EMDR, CBT, ERP and DBT, in conjunction with psychoeducation. Client-Centred approach is central to my therapeutic aim of growing self-awareness and offering clients a proactive involvement in their therapeutic process. My private practice is based in Derbyshire and virtually on Zoom, where in a confidential, safe and empathic environment I have been supporting clients from across the UK, Europe and further afield.
Do you find yourself overwhelmed by anxiety and worry, no matter what you do? Are you low in confidence, paralysed by fears about the future, and frustrated that others seem to have it all together while you’re constantly living in fear and panic? You might not even remember a time things didn’t feel this way. But now you’re ready to resolve your difficulties so you can be free of fear, stress and worry. You’re ready to learn practical skills and tools, so you can handle whatever life throws at you without overwhelm. Most of all, you’re ready to feel calm, confident to face life’s challenges and comfortable in your own skin.
Do you find yourself overwhelmed by anxiety and worry, no matter what you do? Are you low in confidence, paralysed by fears about the future, and frustrated that others seem to have it all together while you’re constantly living in fear and panic? You might not even remember a time things didn’t feel this way. But now you’re ready to resolve your difficulties so you can be free of fear, stress and worry. You’re ready to learn practical skills and tools, so you can handle whatever life throws at you without overwhelm. Most of all, you’re ready to feel calm, confident to face life’s challenges and comfortable in your own skin.
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- Amersham
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- Gerrards Cross
- Harrow
- Kings Langley
- Radlett
- Rickmansworth
- St Albans
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.