Karen Moore

Do you feel lost or stuck in old patterns? Have you been told you are 'too much' or 'too difficult'? Is there a critic inside that blames and shames you or do you spend more time pleasing others than yourself? These experiences may be the result of trauma, abuse, loss or difficulties in childhood. Together we can explore what is keeping you stuck and causing fear and anxiety.

There may be deep and painful wounds that are hidden within the physical and psychological discomfort of anxiety and depression. It's in the dis-ease, tension or chronic pain and illness. They tell us a story that goes beyond words and time. They may drive important decisions and life choices, try to sabotage our dreams or relationships or tell us that our needs and feelings are not ok. 

Together, we can find a way of listening so that all the parts of you, even the most difficult, can be heard with compassion and genuine care. When we can relate to all of our experiencing, including anxiety and depression, with love and compassion, we are less likely to reject or disown our Selves. With more ease and acceptance of who we are comes authenticity in our relationships with our self and others.

How I work

I use a relational approach in my work, which is informed by my training in Integrative Psychotherapy, Wild Therapy and my interests in myth, story and the cycles and rhythms of our bodies and the earth. I work in an intuitive, embodied way, meaning that for me, I view mental health, anxiety and depression as inextricably linked with the way in which the complex web of culture, identity and political, social and environmental concerns plays out in our minds and bodies.

Our work may be in the safe, warm space of the therapy room, or we could take it outdoors and allow nature and the elements to support your process of self-discovery and healing.