If stress or anxiety shows up as physical tension, shallow breathing, or a constant sense of alert, online somatic therapy offers a grounded way forward. I work with people living in Belfast who want to understand their nervous system and reconnect with their bodies without adding a busy commute to their week.
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Living and working in Belfast comes with its own rhythm. Whether you are balancing busy professional commitments, family life, or the general pace of the city, carrying chronic stress can leave you feeling physically exhausted. Traditional talking therapy helps you understand your thoughts, but when anxiety stays connected to muscle tension, restless sleep, or a racing heart, your body may need a different kind of attention.
Online sessions fit comfortably into your weekly routine without requiring you to rush through city traffic or search for parking. You can log in from a quiet room at home, sit comfortably in your own environment, and focus entirely on your wellbeing without adding extra travel time to a busy calendar.
Having space right after a session to pause and rest, rather than navigating a journey across Belfast, can give gentle shifts in your nervous system room to settle at your own pace. That quiet buffer helps you integrate what comes up during our time together before returning to the rest of your day.
My practice brings together two gentle and effective therapeutic foundations. I draw on Somatic Experiencing, a body-oriented approach created by Dr Peter Levine that is designed to help you notice stored tension and support nervous system regulation. Alongside this, my work is rooted in person-centred principles of empathy, warmth, and unconditional positive regard, ensuring you are supported as a whole person rather than a collection of symptoms.
I support adults from all backgrounds, including individuals seeking dedicated online somatic therapy in the UK or targeted support for somatic therapy for anxiety. As a gay man, I also bring extensive LGBTQ+ affirming experience to my work, offering a space where identity, culture, and personal background are welcomed with complete acceptance and without any need for explanation.
Many clients living in Belfast come to therapy feeling that their minds are constantly working while their bodies remain frozen or overworked. You might notice a tight jaw, shallow breathing, digestive issues, or an overwhelming sense of fatigue that sleep does not fix. These physical signs are often how your nervous system communicates that it has been carrying too much for too long.
In our sessions, we do not force rapid changes or try to fix your experience. Instead, we pay attention to subtle physical sensations and learn to track when your body feels safe or overwhelmed. By moving at a slow and steady pace, your system may gradually loosen old patterns of tension, supporting a clearer sense of ease in everyday life.
I am an MSc-qualified therapist and an accredited member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP Accred), with eight years of experience. Sessions are held online for 50 minutes at a fee of £90. I work with individuals across Northern Ireland, and you can read more about my regional practice on the online therapist Northern Ireland page. I accept the following insurance providers:
The first step is a free 20 minute introductory call, which gives us a chance to speak online, discuss what you are looking for, and see if working together feels right for you. There is never any pressure or obligation to book further sessions. Reaching out for support can feel like a big step, so we keep this initial conversation light, simple, and comfortable.
Online sessions take place over secure video, allowing you to join from a quiet, private space in your own home. We focus on bodily sensations, breathing, and nervous system regulation just as effectively as in person, without any travel across the city.
No prior experience is necessary. We start wherever you are, moving at a gentle pace that feels manageable for your body. I guide you through noticing physical sensations in a calm, supportive way.
You can begin by arranging a free 20 minute introductory call online. We will talk through your needs, answer any questions you have about fees or insurance, and decide together if we are a good fit.
If you are living in Belfast and want to explore how somatic therapy can help you feel more grounded, book a free 20 minute intro call today.
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