The Therapeutic Space

 The Wisdom of the Body 

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As a relational integrative psychotherapist, I believe that true healing begins in the space between us. My own journey has taught me that therapy is about so much more than just talking; it’s an invitation to connect with your feelings, your sensations, and your body. Brains are remarkable, but they can sometimes work too quickly, overlooking the deeper truths that reside just beneath the surface.

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Bridging Mind and Body 

I've learned to listen for the images, metaphors, and symbols that can help us find a richer and more creative way of understanding ourselves; the living, growing part of ourselves rather than the parts that are easily put into boxes or labelled. This is where the work of therapy becomes truly creative and liberating—a way of discovering a new narrative for your life when old ones feel limiting or painful.

 

Navigating Life's Transitions

 

The process of becoming your own person can be challenging, especially in a world that often presents us with uncertainty and pressure. It's not uncommon to feel like you're still waiting for your life to begin, all the while counting the cost of past hurts.

​At different points in life, we need to develop different capacities, sometimes we need to bask in the light of acceptance; sometimes we need to butt up against limits, griefs and limitations and other times we might be called to go deeper and connect with those parts of ourselves that we've not developed or ignored.  As a therapist, I work developmentally, which means that I keep all the "parts" of you in mind as we work together, to encourage their integration and dialogue. 

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In our work together, I'll take the time to truly listen to your needs, desires, dreams, and dilemmas. I will also hold space for the losses and disappointments that are part of every life. The aim is not to "fix" you, but to provide a secure and consistent relationship where you can explore these feelings and perhaps, in time, find a renewed foundation for the relationships that matter most to you—at home, at work, and in the wider world.

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