Somatic Counselling in Welwyn Garden City
Life can sometimes feel overwhelming…You may be struggling with anxiety, depression, past trauma, difficult relationships, low self-esteem, or simply feeling lost and disconnected from yourself. Perhaps you've spent so long surviving that you've forgotten what it feels like to truly live. My aim is to provide a safe, compassionate, and non-judgemental space where you can show up exactly as you are. A space where you don't have to wear a mask, hide your emotions, or carry everything on your own. Whatever season of life you find yourself in, you are welcome here.
Life can sometimes feel overwhelming…You may be struggling with anxiety, depression, past trauma, difficult relationships, low self-esteem, or simply feeling lost and disconnected from yourself. Perhaps you've spent so long surviving that you've forgotten what it feels like to truly live. My aim is to provide a safe, compassionate, and non-judgemental space where you can show up exactly as you are. A space where you don't have to wear a mask, hide your emotions, or carry everything on your own. Whatever season of life you find yourself in, you are welcome here.
If you’re investigating psychotherapists right now, it’s likely something in your life isn’t working. It may be that you’re struggling with feelings of depression, anxiety or low self-esteem. Perhaps you’re having difficulties in your relationships, or your work is not fulfilling you. You might be carrying painful memories from the past that you’re unable to let go of and these experiences are now preventing you from leading the life you wish for yourself. Perhaps your coping mechanisms are not working or have become destructive, or maybe you feel there is something more to life, but you don't know what that something is.
If you’re investigating psychotherapists right now, it’s likely something in your life isn’t working. It may be that you’re struggling with feelings of depression, anxiety or low self-esteem. Perhaps you’re having difficulties in your relationships, or your work is not fulfilling you. You might be carrying painful memories from the past that you’re unable to let go of and these experiences are now preventing you from leading the life you wish for yourself. Perhaps your coping mechanisms are not working or have become destructive, or maybe you feel there is something more to life, but you don't know what that something is.
We might do this by exploring, re-evaluating and processing feelings, beliefs, patterns in the body ( somatic therapy) and energetic influence and impact.
Hi, I’m Debbie and I have expertise and proven experience of helping clients, from all walks of life and diversity, move forward with their lives. Perhaps your issues come from a difficult past or childhood abuse or trauma? I help with self esteem and identity, stress, anxiety and sleep issues. Or maybe you are struggling with your relationship or the aftermath of the pandemic. I provide a calm and safe environment in which to explore what is important to you and at your own pace.
We might do this by exploring, re-evaluating and processing feelings, beliefs, patterns in the body ( somatic therapy) and energetic influence and impact.
Hi, I’m Debbie and I have expertise and proven experience of helping clients, from all walks of life and diversity, move forward with their lives. Perhaps your issues come from a difficult past or childhood abuse or trauma? I help with self esteem and identity, stress, anxiety and sleep issues. Or maybe you are struggling with your relationship or the aftermath of the pandemic. I provide a calm and safe environment in which to explore what is important to you and at your own pace.
I blend person-centred counselling with somatic techniques which support people to reduce physical and psychological symptoms of anxiety.
Availability update: I have limited slots available on Mondays and Wednesdays at my standard fee rate of £75. I offer an initial phone consultation for £20.
Do you ever feel like life shouldn't be this hard? Perhaps you look like you're coping on the outside, but underneath you're exhausted, overwhelmed and wondering why everyone else seems to manage more easily. Many of my clients are intelligent, capable people who have spent years blaming themselves for struggling. I specialise in supporting ADHD and autistic adults, including those who are late-diagnosed or exploring.
I blend person-centred counselling with somatic techniques which support people to reduce physical and psychological symptoms of anxiety.
Availability update: I have limited slots available on Mondays and Wednesdays at my standard fee rate of £75. I offer an initial phone consultation for £20.
Do you ever feel like life shouldn't be this hard? Perhaps you look like you're coping on the outside, but underneath you're exhausted, overwhelmed and wondering why everyone else seems to manage more easily. Many of my clients are intelligent, capable people who have spent years blaming themselves for struggling. I specialise in supporting ADHD and autistic adults, including those who are late-diagnosed or exploring.
You are here because something in your life does not feel how you want it to or maybe how it used to. There is hope in you that you can feel differently or work out what it is you are looking for, or maybe find yourself again. Maybe you just need somewhere to talk confidentially and to feel understood.
You are here because something in your life does not feel how you want it to or maybe how it used to. There is hope in you that you can feel differently or work out what it is you are looking for, or maybe find yourself again. Maybe you just need somewhere to talk confidentially and to feel understood.
Want to explore what's brought you to therapy in a safe, compassionate, non-judgemental setting? I'm an Integrative psychotherapist - the essence of my practice is to work with you transparently and with warmth, empathy, humour and gentle challenge. Perhaps you’re struggling - feeling alone and isolated. Maybe you’re overwhelmed, depressed, burnt out or anxious. It could be that what you’re experiencing isn’t any of these - maybe you don't feel yourself and you don’t know why. If you’re experiencing any of these feelings, sharing your burden through counselling can help.
Want to explore what's brought you to therapy in a safe, compassionate, non-judgemental setting? I'm an Integrative psychotherapist - the essence of my practice is to work with you transparently and with warmth, empathy, humour and gentle challenge. Perhaps you’re struggling - feeling alone and isolated. Maybe you’re overwhelmed, depressed, burnt out or anxious. It could be that what you’re experiencing isn’t any of these - maybe you don't feel yourself and you don’t know why. If you’re experiencing any of these feelings, sharing your burden through counselling can help.
I am a qualified integrative counsellor offering one-to-one therapy to adults in a confidential, compassionate and supportive setting. I believe that counselling is not about being “fixed”, but about being understood. Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure why they feel the way they do, and my role is to help you gently explore this in a way that feels safe and contained. My approach is tailored to you, offering a space where you can feel heard, valued, and supported throughout the process. This work is gentle, respectful, and led by your needs and pace. All sessions are confidential.
I am a qualified integrative counsellor offering one-to-one therapy to adults in a confidential, compassionate and supportive setting. I believe that counselling is not about being “fixed”, but about being understood. Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure why they feel the way they do, and my role is to help you gently explore this in a way that feels safe and contained. My approach is tailored to you, offering a space where you can feel heard, valued, and supported throughout the process. This work is gentle, respectful, and led by your needs and pace. All sessions are confidential.
Hi, I'm Sabina. I am a chartered and HCPC accredited Health Psychologist and BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist with several years of experience in mental healh services. I currently hold a senior position in the NHS, and also work in a small private practice in Welwyn, Hertfordhire, and online. I work with a variety of difficulties including stress, emotional dysregulation, relational issues, chronic pain, eating disorders, OCD, trauma, anxiety, addictions, low mood and depression.
Hi, I'm Sabina. I am a chartered and HCPC accredited Health Psychologist and BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist with several years of experience in mental healh services. I currently hold a senior position in the NHS, and also work in a small private practice in Welwyn, Hertfordhire, and online. I work with a variety of difficulties including stress, emotional dysregulation, relational issues, chronic pain, eating disorders, OCD, trauma, anxiety, addictions, low mood and depression.
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I am trauma-informed, and also offer traditional talk therapy, Somatic work, and outdoor therapy.
As an experienced Psychotherapist, I can help you to feel better, process emotions and improve your mental health. Using Internal Family Systems (IFS) or traditional talking therapy, we can work with whatever is troubling you, be it anxiety, depression, relationship issues, loss or past traumas, coming to terms with/managing diagnoses, and much more. I can help you develop coping strategies, build resilience and find your way to a more harmonious life. I also work with other mental health professionals and counselling students. Whatever your therapeutic hopes and intentions, I am available for in person, online or outdoor therapy.
I am trauma-informed, and also offer traditional talk therapy, Somatic work, and outdoor therapy.
As an experienced Psychotherapist, I can help you to feel better, process emotions and improve your mental health. Using Internal Family Systems (IFS) or traditional talking therapy, we can work with whatever is troubling you, be it anxiety, depression, relationship issues, loss or past traumas, coming to terms with/managing diagnoses, and much more. I can help you develop coping strategies, build resilience and find your way to a more harmonious life. I also work with other mental health professionals and counselling students. Whatever your therapeutic hopes and intentions, I am available for in person, online or outdoor therapy.
Hello, I’m an experienced and compassionate Integrative Therapist with over 25 years of working with children, young people, and adults. Throughout my career, I’ve had the privilege of supporting clients in a range of settings, including education, the charity sector, voluntary organisations, and multidisciplinary teams. My aim has always been to provide thoughtful, effective therapeutic support rooted in empathy and understanding. I currently work in private practice in both Clapham and Wimbledon, where I offer a warm, confidential space for clients to explore their experiences in a way that feels safe and empowering.
Hello, I’m an experienced and compassionate Integrative Therapist with over 25 years of working with children, young people, and adults. Throughout my career, I’ve had the privilege of supporting clients in a range of settings, including education, the charity sector, voluntary organisations, and multidisciplinary teams. My aim has always been to provide thoughtful, effective therapeutic support rooted in empathy and understanding. I currently work in private practice in both Clapham and Wimbledon, where I offer a warm, confidential space for clients to explore their experiences in a way that feels safe and empowering.
As well as using art-making to bring insight, the arts are also used to support somatic health using the innate ways that art-making regulates the body.
My name is Ali — I’m a multidisciplinary artist and Integrative Arts Psychotherapist. I work individually with pre-teens, teenagers, and adults who, for whatever reason—diagnosed or not—are struggling to make it through the day. Whether you are a rational thinker who's intellectualizing no longer works or an artist creatively blocked, I draw upon my experience as an artist and psychotherapist to help you nurture the ability to play, create, and discover the choice-making child within you; a child unburdened by the story of your experiences and one who is able to turn pain into beauty.
As well as using art-making to bring insight, the arts are also used to support somatic health using the innate ways that art-making regulates the body.
My name is Ali — I’m a multidisciplinary artist and Integrative Arts Psychotherapist. I work individually with pre-teens, teenagers, and adults who, for whatever reason—diagnosed or not—are struggling to make it through the day. Whether you are a rational thinker who's intellectualizing no longer works or an artist creatively blocked, I draw upon my experience as an artist and psychotherapist to help you nurture the ability to play, create, and discover the choice-making child within you; a child unburdened by the story of your experiences and one who is able to turn pain into beauty.
We all encounter challenges during our lives and it can be difficult to ask for help but in reaching out we show strength - it takes courage to be vulnerable, open up and acknowledge that we need support. I specialise in working with low self esteem, transforming deep-rooted issues, anxiety, depression and feelings of being stuck - whether it be in your relationship, in your job, or life in general. I have been working on an individual basis with clients both short and long term since 2015. Counselling can allow you to gain inner clarity and strength as well as help you to live a more meaningful life.
We all encounter challenges during our lives and it can be difficult to ask for help but in reaching out we show strength - it takes courage to be vulnerable, open up and acknowledge that we need support. I specialise in working with low self esteem, transforming deep-rooted issues, anxiety, depression and feelings of being stuck - whether it be in your relationship, in your job, or life in general. I have been working on an individual basis with clients both short and long term since 2015. Counselling can allow you to gain inner clarity and strength as well as help you to live a more meaningful life.
My name is Salvo La Rosa and I am a qualified integrative psychotherapist, EMDR Europe Accredited Practitioner and Somatic Experiencing Practitioner.
I use integrative psychotherapy, integrating different approaches and working in a trauma informed and relational way to help you practically with what interferes with your day to day life. I specialize in working with stress and trauma, working with neurodivergent people and LGBTQ+ people. I use EMDR therapy and I am training in Somatic Experiencing.
My name is Salvo La Rosa and I am a qualified integrative psychotherapist, EMDR Europe Accredited Practitioner and Somatic Experiencing Practitioner.
I use integrative psychotherapy, integrating different approaches and working in a trauma informed and relational way to help you practically with what interferes with your day to day life. I specialize in working with stress and trauma, working with neurodivergent people and LGBTQ+ people. I use EMDR therapy and I am training in Somatic Experiencing.
I am passionate about providing a caring and safe space where you can express and explore your issues in a non judgmental setting. By making room for understanding and compassion, the sessions can help you process emotions, recognise solutions and gain confidence.
The Person Centred Approach is based on a deep respect for the person and the belief that the relationship between the counsellor and the client is of primary importance. It is the client who knows their issue and has the capacity within the safety of a therapeutic relationship to begin a healing process.
I would be delighted to meet you.
I am passionate about providing a caring and safe space where you can express and explore your issues in a non judgmental setting. By making room for understanding and compassion, the sessions can help you process emotions, recognise solutions and gain confidence.
The Person Centred Approach is based on a deep respect for the person and the belief that the relationship between the counsellor and the client is of primary importance. It is the client who knows their issue and has the capacity within the safety of a therapeutic relationship to begin a healing process.
I would be delighted to meet you.
I work with adults experiencing the effects of trauma, including PTSD, anxiety, emotional dysregulation, and the lasting impact of difficult life experiences. Many clients come to me feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected, despite trying to cope on their own. I provide a compassionate, evidence-based approach, integrating EMDR, CBT, and DBT to help clients process trauma, develop practical coping skills, and build resilience so they can move forward with greater confidence, wellbeing, and hope.
I work with adults experiencing the effects of trauma, including PTSD, anxiety, emotional dysregulation, and the lasting impact of difficult life experiences. Many clients come to me feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected, despite trying to cope on their own. I provide a compassionate, evidence-based approach, integrating EMDR, CBT, and DBT to help clients process trauma, develop practical coping skills, and build resilience so they can move forward with greater confidence, wellbeing, and hope.
Hi, I’m Ruth!
I experience many clients saying that they don’t believe that their problems are bad enough - there must be others in need who are suffering more, or that it is indulgent to go for counselling. Maybe people around them have questioned if they really need to get help? If you are finding it hard to manage for whatever reason, remember that you deserve to be heard and that your experiences, memories and feelings are real for you.
Maybe someone around you is suggesting that you should seek some help and you aren’t sure. Ultimately it is your choice.
When any type of mental health or emotional concern affects daily
Hi, I’m Ruth!
I experience many clients saying that they don’t believe that their problems are bad enough - there must be others in need who are suffering more, or that it is indulgent to go for counselling. Maybe people around them have questioned if they really need to get help? If you are finding it hard to manage for whatever reason, remember that you deserve to be heard and that your experiences, memories and feelings are real for you.
Maybe someone around you is suggesting that you should seek some help and you aren’t sure. Ultimately it is your choice.
When any type of mental health or emotional concern affects daily
As a Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist in full-time independent practice I work with children from primary school age and young people up to the age of 25 years. I also work with parents where the focus is on their relationship with their child/ren and I work with parent and child together when needed. I see a broad array of young people and families who are experiencing often serious and challenging relationship and mental health difficulties. I work both short and long term and am able to see people more than once per week when this is indicated. Please visit my website for more detailed information.
As a Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist in full-time independent practice I work with children from primary school age and young people up to the age of 25 years. I also work with parents where the focus is on their relationship with their child/ren and I work with parent and child together when needed. I see a broad array of young people and families who are experiencing often serious and challenging relationship and mental health difficulties. I work both short and long term and am able to see people more than once per week when this is indicated. Please visit my website for more detailed information.
I am an accredited psychotherapist and qualified mindfulness teacher. I practice Core Process Psychotherapy (CPP), a mindfulness based, transpersonal approach to therapy that is firmly rooted in the belief that at the ‘core’ of each of us lies the potential to connect more deeply with our inherent health and wisdom; in body, mind and spirit. If you decide to work with me you will be entering into a healing relationship with someone who is trained to hold and come alongside whatever is alive and going on for you with kindness, presence, insight and compassion.
I am an accredited psychotherapist and qualified mindfulness teacher. I practice Core Process Psychotherapy (CPP), a mindfulness based, transpersonal approach to therapy that is firmly rooted in the belief that at the ‘core’ of each of us lies the potential to connect more deeply with our inherent health and wisdom; in body, mind and spirit. If you decide to work with me you will be entering into a healing relationship with someone who is trained to hold and come alongside whatever is alive and going on for you with kindness, presence, insight and compassion.
I work with people who find that the appearance they present to the world contrasts starkly with how they feel inside. That tension reaches a point where they know they need help. Whether you are feeling overwhelmed, misunderstood, sad, or simply out of sync, the promise of every therapeutic encounter is hope. Working together in a confidential relationship, we can explore the feelings and experiences that are preventing you from moving forward. You can begin the journey of meaningful change.
I work with people who find that the appearance they present to the world contrasts starkly with how they feel inside. That tension reaches a point where they know they need help. Whether you are feeling overwhelmed, misunderstood, sad, or simply out of sync, the promise of every therapeutic encounter is hope. Working together in a confidential relationship, we can explore the feelings and experiences that are preventing you from moving forward. You can begin the journey of meaningful change.
I understand how hard life can be, especially when you’re carrying pain that feels too heavy to manage alone. You might be grieving a loss, living with a long-term health condition, feeling overwhelmed by anxiety or depression, struggling with addiction, or trying to make sense of a separation or major life change. Whatever has brought you here, my role as a counsellor is to be there for you calmly, compassionately, and without judgement.
I understand how hard life can be, especially when you’re carrying pain that feels too heavy to manage alone. You might be grieving a loss, living with a long-term health condition, feeling overwhelmed by anxiety or depression, struggling with addiction, or trying to make sense of a separation or major life change. Whatever has brought you here, my role as a counsellor is to be there for you calmly, compassionately, and without judgement.
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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.