I have developed a unique and holistic approach around grief and trauma recovery over the last 19 years. I offer cutting edge trauma counselling work with a strong somatic body-focus and as accredited Mental Health Social Worker am for Medicare Rebates.Somatic Experiencing Practitioner and Assistant, EMDR, Brainspotting and gentle Emotional Release in conjunction with Mindfulness build the foundation of my work, but I have trained in other modalities as well.I am very confident and relaxed in guiding you through your process with loving gentleness, understanding and professionalism and I enjoy working on a deep and lasting level.As all trauma is stored in the body I focus on working somatic. The body has a unique ability to heal itself and is our greatest link to our subconscious. Working in a balanced and gentle way with somatic sensations, images, emotions, cognitions and incomplete body movements pent-up energy can safely and gradually be released. This helps build new positive neural pathways in the brain - hence enabling lasting change, removal of trauma symptoms and a movement forward. Life is wonderful with a relaxed nervous system that can bounce back from life's smaller ups and downs easily.The therapeutic relationship is of uttermost importance in therapy and I am skilled in making you feel safe, grounded and held. Laughing is most welcome!My practise rooms are in Denmark (55 Strickland street) and Albany (144 Stirling Terrace, first floor, room 2), West Australia. You can contact me under 0458 234 410 and for more info have a look at my web site: www.counsellingsomatic.com.au