Therapy approaches
I tailor therapy to your needs and goals rather than following a single method for everyone. My work integrates a range of evidence-based approaches, including body-based, trauma-focused and cognitive-behavioural approaches.
Somatic therapy
Somatic therapy is an approach that includes attention to the body as part of the therapeutic process. It creates space to notice and explore your experience in a way that goes beyond thinking and talking alone.
Sometimes we understand something intellectually but still feel stuck, disconnected or uncertain about what we need. Slowing down and paying attention to what is happening inside can help us understand ourselves in new ways and move towards what feels right for us.
Rather than interpreting your experience for you, I support you in developing the ability to listen to yourself and discover what feels true and meaningful for you.
EMDR
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) is a structured and evidence-based therapy approach originally developed for trauma and now used with a range of difficulties.
EMDR aims to help the brain process experiences that continue to feel emotionally overwhelming or difficult to move forward from. The goal is not to erase memories, but to reduce the distress associated with them.
EMDR does not require talking in detail about difficult experiences.
Other approaches I may integrate
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
ACT is an approach that supports psychological flexibility — the ability to make space for difficult thoughts and emotions while continuing to move towards what matters to you.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
CBT explores connections between thoughts, emotions and behaviours and can provide practical tools for understanding patterns and supporting change.
You do not need to know which therapy approach is right for you before starting therapy. We can work together to find an approach that feels most helpful for you.