At Alive Therapies, we offer psychological support in a safe, confidential, and welcoming space, working with people of all ages and backgrounds.
Using a range of evidence-based approaches, we help you make sense of difficult thoughts, feelings, and life experiences. Therapy is always tailored to your individual needs and preferences.
We can help with a wide range of issues, including:
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Trauma and post-traumatic stress
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Anxiety and worry
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Stress and burnout
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Low mood and depression
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Relationship and family difficulties
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The emotional impact of physical health conditions
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Loss, grief, and major life changes
At Alive Therapies, our aim is to support your wellbeing and help you find ways to cope, heal, and move forward—so you can feel more connected, more empowered, and more alive.
Talking Therapies
What does counselling involve?
Counselling gives you the chance to talk in confidence with a trained professional who will listen without judgment. It can help you understand your thoughts and feelings, manage challenges, and make positive changes in your life.
Who is it for?
You might come to counselling for help with anxiety, low mood, stress, relationships, loss, or simply feeling overwhelmed. Whether you're facing a specific issue or just need space to talk, we are here to support you.
Expected outcomes and benefits
A greater understanding of your thoughts and feelings, improved ability to manage challenges, and the opportunity to make positive changes in your life.
Integrative Psychotherapy
What does Integrative Psychotherapy involve?
Psychotherapy offers a safe, confidential space to explore emotional difficulties, patterns of thinking, and the impact of past experiences. Therapy is tailored to your needs and may involve talking, as well as integrating creative methods such as imagery, drawing, or movement - especially when words are hard to find.
Who is it for?
We support a wide range of issues - including trauma, long-term mental health challenges, relationship difficulties, and emotional distress. This flexible approach can support adults, young people, and children.
Expected outcomes and benefits
A deeper understanding of yourself, meaningful and lasting change, and greater resilience in managing emotional and relational challenges.
Movement Psychotherapy
What does Movement Psychotherapy involve?
Movement Psychotherapy is a gentle, supportive approach that helps you explore how your body and emotions are connected. Using simple movement, body awareness, and conversation, you can begin to notice patterns, release tension, and build a stronger connection with yourself. No special skills or movement experience are needed.
Who is it for?
This approach is suitable for people of all ages, including children, young people, and adults. It can be particularly helpful for those experiencing trauma, anxiety, stress, or difficulties related to self-esteem and body image.
Expected outcomes and benefits
Improved self-expression, release of stored tension, enhanced body awareness, and greater emotional well-being.
Energy Psychology
What does Energy Psychology involve?
Energy Psychology combines traditional psychological practices with techniques that work with the body’s energy systems. Using gentle methods like tapping (EFT), breathwork, or guided visualisation, it supports emotional release and balance.
Who is it for?
Sessions are tailored to each person and are suitable for adults, young people, and children. It can be helpful for those experiencing trauma, anxiety, phobias, low self-esteem, or stress-related symptoms.
Expected outcomes and benefits
Reduced stress, release of emotional blocks, improved emotional balance, and support for the body’s natural healing processes.
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing)
What does EMDR involve?
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) is a structured therapy that uses eye movements or other rhythmic stimulation to help the brain process and recover from traumatic or distressing experiences.
Who is it for?
EMDR is widely used to treat trauma, PTSD, anxiety, phobias, and other emotional difficulties. It is suitable for adults, young people, and children.
Expected outcomes and benefits
Reduced emotional impact of past events, improved ability to move forward with less distress, and greater emotional balance. EMDR is particularly helpful if you find traditional talking therapies difficult.
Zero Balancing
What does Zero Balancing involve?
Zero Balancing is a holistic body-mind therapy that uses gentle, precise touch to balance and align the body’s energy with its structure (bones and joints). It focuses on releasing tension and enhancing energy flow throughout the body.
Who is it for?
It is suitable for anyone seeking relief from physical discomfort, emotional stress, or those wishing to enhance their overall quality of life.
Expected outcomes and benefits
A sense of balance, alignment, and overall well-being, with relief from physical and emotional tension through the integration of body structure and energy flow.