Trauma counselling that includes the body.

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You may understand why you feel anxious, overwhelmed or shut down, but still find that your body reacts before you can think. Trauma can affect your nervous system as well as your thoughts and emotions.

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Alongside talking, I may use gentle grounding, awareness and body-based approaches informed by Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, somatic trauma therapy and polyvagal-informed practice. There is no pressure to relive experiences or explain everything before you feel ready.

 

Specialist somatic and neuro-affirming therapy for adults and teens (15+)

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If you feel overwhelmed, stuck in survival mode, or like talking therapy hasn’t really helped, you’re not alone.

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We work with what’s happening in your nervous system, not just your thoughts, helping you move out of overwhelm or shutdown in a way that feels manageable.

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Learn more about somatic trauma therapy.

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Book a free 15-minute intro call to see if we’re a good fit.

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What clients have shared.

“Emma creates such a calm and accepting space. I’ve never felt judged; it’s the first time I’ve been able to talk honestly about what’s going on inside.”

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“I came to therapy feeling constantly on edge. Working with Emma has helped me understand my body’s responses and find ways to regulate myself.”

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“I appreciate that Emma doesn’t rush me; she lets things happen naturally, and somehow that’s when my biggest changes occurred.”

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“Emma’s approach helped me understand myself in a way I didn’t think was possible. I’ve learnt how to notice what I need and respond with more kindness.”

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“Being neurodivergent, I’d struggled to find a therapist who really understood sensory overwhelm. Emma just gets it; she works at my pace and checks in, so I always feel in control.”

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You can read more about my approach to trauma therapy, somatic therapy, and neurodivergent-affirming counselling.

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You might recognise this:

• Feeling constantly on edge, even when things seem fine

• Going into shutdown or finding it hard to stay present

• Overthinking or trying to make sense of things, but still feeling stuck

• Reacting in ways that don’t quite make sense to you

• Feeling disconnected from yourself or unsure who you are underneath it all

You may have learned ways to cope that once helped, but no longer feel like they’re working.

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Who I work with?

I work with adults and teens (15+) experiencing trauma, anxiety, burnout and neurodivergence, including Autism, ADHD and OCD.

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Many of the people I work with have experienced difficult or neglectful childhoods, emotionally volatile relationships or ongoing anxiety that feels hard to shift.

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Some describe feeling constantly on alert, disconnected from themselves or unsure who they are beneath the ways they have learned to cope.

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What I offer?

I offer trauma-informed counselling that combines thoughtful conversation with gentle body-based approaches. Together, we work at a pace that feels manageable, helping you understand your experiences while supporting your nervous system to feel safer and more settled over time.

 

How I work?

My approach integrates trauma therapy and somatic work, focusing on the connection between the body, mind and nervous system.

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In sessions, we slow things down and begin to notice patterns in how you respond, both physically and emotionally. This might include paying attention to sensations, reactions or moments where things feel too much or not enough.

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Rather than pushing for change, we work with what is already happening, helping your system find greater stability over time.

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Clients often tell me therapy feels calmer, more grounded and different from what they have tried before.

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I work from a private counselling room in Chapmanslade, conveniently located for clients from Frome, Westbury, Warminster and the surrounding Wiltshire and Somerset area. I also offer online therapy across the UK.

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Neurodivergent clients:

I offer autism and ADHD counselling for neurodivergent clients.

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I provide a neuro-affirming environment where we can talk about what helps you feel safe and comfortable in sessions.

 

This includes adapting the space and pace to suit you rather than expecting you to fit into a particular way of working.

 

I bring both professional training and lived understanding of neurodiversity, which means I recognise how overwhelming and misunderstood things can feel.

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Walk and Talk Therapy Wiltshire Near Frome and Westbury.

For some people, being outdoors can make it easier to relax and reflect.

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Walk-and-talk sessions take place in natural surroundings local to Frome and Chapmanslade, where movement and fresh air can support emotional processing and regulation.

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You set the pace, whether we walk, pause or sit.

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What to expect:

Your first session.

We explore what has brought you to counselling, your history and what you hope to gain from therapy. Depending on what needs to be covered, this may take one or two sessions.

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Working together.
Sessions are available in person, online, or as walk-and-talk therapy, whichever feels most supportive for you.

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Therapy unfolds in a way that feels manageable with no pressure to share more than you are ready to.

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Fees:

• £75 per 50-minute session in person or online.

• £95 per 60-minute walk-and-talk session, local to Chapmanslade.

• ​£95 per 50-minute session for under-18s.

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Sessions are weekly. I do not offer fortnightly sessions due to the nature of trauma work.

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Payment and cancellation:

Sessions are payable monthly in advance.

Sessions cancelled with less than 48 hours' notice are charged in full.

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Get in touch

I offer a free 15-minute call to explore how therapy can support you.