Body Work

Traditional talk therapy has been a mainstay in mental health treatment for a long time. However, there's a growing recognition that the mind and body are intricately linked. This is where bodywork in psychotherapy comes in. It takes a holistic approach, acknowledging that trauma can be held not just in our thoughts and emotions, but also in our physical being.

Bodywork techniques can involve focussing on areas of the body, gentle movement exercises, breathwork, or guided imagery. These practices aim to reconnect you with your body, increase awareness of physical tension or discomfort, and explore how these sensations might be linked to past experiences.

Chakras, according to Eastern traditions, are energy centres within the body believed to correspond to different emotions and aspects of well-being. Trauma can disrupt the flow of energy through these chakras, leading to imbalances that manifest as emotional issues, fatigue, or a feeling of disconnection. By incorporating bodywork and understanding the chakras, therapy can create a space to address these blockages.

This approach doesn't rely solely on intellectualizing past experiences. Instead it allows clients to experience emotional release and healing through their bodies and energy system. This can lead to a deeper sense of connection to oneself, a more harmonious relationship with emotions, and a feeling of wholeness that integrates mind, body, and spirit.