Online Somatically-
Informed Talking Therapy
Embodied Emotional Well-being
My name is Cat and I am a somatically-informed integrative therapist offering online sessions to adult clients across the UK. I am based close to the borders of Wales, the Midlands and the South West, and can work with clients from Gloucestershire, Herefordshire, Monmouthshire, Worcestershire, Wiltshire, Oxfordshire, Somerset and beyond. By working online, I am able to keep my prices low and my schedule flexible, to ensure I am as accessible as possible for the benefit of my clients. I can help support a range of issues, including anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, trauma, bereavement, addiction, abuse, low self-esteem, and more.
My somatic training allows me to offer a more embodied approach to traditional talking therapy, which touches in to my clients' felt sensations and imaginations, as well as their thoughts and emotions. I hold a Level 4 Diploma in Psychodynamic and Person-centred Counselling and a Level 5 Certificate in Working Somatically with Trauma in Therapeutic Practise, both accredited through CPCAB.
Combining integrative counselling with somatic awareness allows me to integrate body and mind, helping my clients to create a more whole sense of self. I seek to support my clients as we link every aspect of their lives, through an approach known as 'BEAMS', gently connecting behaviours (like laughter / movement), echoes (memories / imagination), affects (emotions), meanings (making sense) and sensations (in the body), with curiosity and warmth.
As well as working with private clients with a range of presentations and needs, I have a wealth of experience working across various charitable sectors. I currently spend a portion of my week supporting clients in a women's centre, around addiction, deprivation, abuse and other issues. I also work for a low cost general counselling agency in my community, supporting the most complex presentations such as bipolar, psychosis, suicidal ideation, PTSD and more.
I have available slots for private clients across the week, including some mornings, afternoons and evenings, and would love to offer a free introductory call to discuss the ways I can support you.
Somatic Toolkit
The nature of therapeutic work can instigate moments of deep feeling and processing, not only during our online sessions, but also in the days between. This is expected, and is an important part of the rhythm of healing. However, it can feel difficult to navigate alone, particularly when clients may not have a consistent support network or a toolkit to lean into.
I will discuss with each client which resources work best for them during the course of the work. To support this, I have also created videos of different somatic tools and useful psychoeducation.
You will be given access to my video channel as soon as we begin our work together.
See my short introductory video by clicking on my picture on Counselling Directory here
Confidential and Ethical
I am registered with the ICO (Information Commissioner's Office), adhering to their code of practise to ensure I am GDPR compliant.
I am also a registered member of BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy), and comply with their professional standards of conduct.
Moments of Need
Please be aware that Cat Teasdale Counselling offers online somatically-informed talking therapy, but is not a crisis service. If you feel in deep distress and need immediate support, please contact The Samaritans or your GP in the first instance.
Contact us
To arrange a free introductory telephone consultation, to see whether online somatically-informed integrative therapy is right for you, please contact me on this form or use the details below. I look forward to hearing from you.
Tel: 01531 248492
E-mail: info@catteasdale-counselling.co.uk