I’m Victoria, a BACP-registered integrative somatic therapist. I work with adults who feel overwhelmed, anxious, emotionally stuck, or disconnected from themselves — often shaped by long-standing stress, difficult relationships, or past experiences that still linger in the body and nervous system. My approach is calm, grounded, and trauma-informed. I believe therapy should feel steady and collaborative, not rushed or overwhelming. Many of the people I work with have spent a long time “pushing through,” holding things together, or putting others first. Therapy offers a space where you don’t have to do that anymore. I work integratively, meaning I draw on different therapeutic approaches depending on what feels most supportive for you. Alongside talking therapy, I include somatic (body-based) awareness, helping you notice how emotions, stress, and past experiences show up physically. This can be particularly helpful if you feel stuck in your head, overwhelmed by emotions, or find it hard to relax or feel safe. My practice is rooted in respect, compassion, and curiosity. I don’t see you as broken or needing to be “fixed.” Instead, I view symptoms like anxiety, shutdown, or emotional reactivity as understandable responses to what you’ve lived through. Therapy becomes a place to understand those responses and gently create more choice and ease. I currently offer sessions online and in person, working with adults from a wide range of backgrounds.