1–1 therapy

For some people, individual work is a better option when a more personalised approach is needed, when working in a group doesn't feel right for you, or when substance use is currently affecting your ability to remain present and engaged.

If you're currently experiencing significant anxiety or depression, or living with complex patterns of dissociation, including dissociative identity disorder (DID), depersonalisation, derealisation or deep somatic dissociation, the individual setting can give us more flexibility to work at the pace and level of support you need.

For people who are experiencing dissociative states, the Trauma Centre Trauma Sensitive Yoga practice is a good place to begin. It was built by complex trauma survivors for complex trauma survivors, and pays a lot of attention to creating safety specifically for those with abuse and neglect histories. You can read more about the TCTSY practice here.

Some practices can help clients experience emotions they have found overwhelming:

  • anger

  • grief

  • shame

  • fear

  • humiliation

We might also explore states of embodiment that you’ve previously found unavailable:

  • safety

  • calm

  • connection

  • joy

  • curiosity

  • play

  • courage

  • strength

  • accomplishment

Integrating topics in trauma psychoeducation or yoga psychology is often useful. No one needs to tell me their trauma history, although many clients choose to reflect on events in their lives that have been particularly impactful. Words are not always the most useful way of sharing a trauma history. For some people, drawing, sketching or collage can provide a better way of communicating experiences that are difficult to put into words.

Not everything that needs to be shared can be spoken about.

Starting 1–1 therapy

If you'd like to explore working together, you can book a free 45-minute conversation with me. This gives us an opportunity to talk about what you're looking for, ask questions and consider whether working together feels like a good fit. An important part of this conversation is giving you the opportunity to assess whether I feel safe and credible.

If you'd like to have a conversation first:
Please read through the Making an Initial Enquiry page and complete the Scheduling a Chat form.

If you're already clear that you'd like to work with me:
You don't need to have a conversation before arranging an assessment. I'd still recommend reading the Making an Initial Enquiry page first. You can then email me directly to arrange your assessment session.

Making an Initial Enquiry

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Privacy & Paperwork

If you're coming for 1-1 work, we'll complete an Assessment & Consent Form and a Therapeutic Contract.

The information you provide is held digitally on password-protected and encrypted devices and systems. It is used only in relation to your participation in, or interest in, trauma-informed yoga practices with Alex Cat, and is handled in accordance with my Privacy Policy and Confidentiality Policy.