Integrative & Somatic Psychotherapy
Beyond traditional talking therapy - connecting body, mind, and nervous system for lasting change.
“What is the bravest thing you've ever said? asked the boy.
'Help,' said the horse.
'Asking for help isn't giving up,' said the horse. 'It's refusing to give up.”
― Charlie Mackesy, The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse
Welcome! My name is Anna.
I’m a Gestalt psychotherapist and coach working with an integrative approach. I’m a member of EAGT and a registered member of BACP.
My approach is holistic, with a strong focus on somatic psychotherapy, helping you integrate your mind, body, and emotions for real, lasting change. I create a space that is both supportive and gently challenging, where you can safely explore who you truly are and overcome your barriers.
I work with clients online from all over the world and in person in London.
How do I work
Therapy is not just about talking. Difficult experiences—including trauma, chronic stress, and emotional struggles—can fragment our sense of self, affecting our emotions, body responses, and ability to connect with others. Through an integrative approach that includes somatic psychotherapy, we will focus on restoring balance, helping you understand what you feel and why, recognizing emotional patterns, and exploring how your body and movement are deeply connected to your experiences.
Therapy is also about relationships—how you relate to others and, most importantly, how safe and supported you feel in those connections.
During our sessions, we will:
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Explore where your challenges come from and what role they play.
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Name the emotions you're feeling and help you express them.
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Examine how your body reacts to different situations and how this shapes your behaviour patterns.
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Connect with your needs and desires, and identify where your boundaries are.
My role is to help you identify these patterns, understand how they were created, recognize what triggers them, and discover new ways to embrace your authentic self.
Specialized Support for Complex Emotional & Physical Patterns
Many clients who seek my help appear highly functional on the outside while quietly carrying internal pressure, exhaustion, or unprocessed emotional weight. I specialize in working with adults facing:
Symptoms: Overthinking, perfectionism, chronic worry, panic attacks, imposter syndrome, and a constant feeling of pressure despite professional success.
How We Work: We move beyond thought management to address the underlying nervous system activation, helping you find genuine internal calm and sustainable balance.
Symptoms: Emotional overwhelm, fear of abandonment, people-pleasing, difficulty establishing boundaries, low self-esteem, or feeling perpetually "stuck."
How We Work: We gently explore how past developmental or relational trauma shapes your current patterns, enabling you to build safety within yourself and form healthier relationships.
Symptoms: Chronic muscle tension, digestive issues (IBS), unexplained pain, fatigue, insomnia, or physical responses to chronic stress.
How We Work: Emotional distress frequently manifests in the body. Using somatic psychotherapy, we process stored physiological tension and restore nervous system regulation.
Symptoms: Persistent low mood, feeling detached from your needs, lack of motivation, or feeling adrift despite external stability.
How We Work: A space to reconnect with your authentic self, clarify your boundaries, and rediscover meaning, direction, and vital energy.
Difference and Diversity
One of my core values is authenticity. In my work, I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental space where you can openly explore and embrace your true self.
I work with individuals across Gender, Relationship, and Sexual Diversity (GRSD) and welcome clients from the LGBTQIA+ community, as well as those in non-traditional relationships, including open relationships and polyamory.
I also support clients from diverse racial, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds. To ensure an inclusive and respectful environment, I have completed additional training in anti-racism and strive to maintain a discrimination-free space.
Additionally, I work with neurodivergent clients, recognizing the unique ways in which they experience the world.
My approach is always tailored to your individual needs, honouring the richness of difference and diversity.
