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Breath and Body Awareness Work

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I create a holistic space for you to rediscover the natural flow between your body and mind.

Drawing from Gestalt therapy's emphasis on present-moment awareness, I incorporate mindfulness techniques, breathing exercises, and body awareness practices that complement our therapeutic work together. This integration helps deepen your awareness of how emotions and thoughts manifest physically, creating opportunities for more comprehensive healing and growth.

 

The body-mind connection is central to the Gestalt approach, acknowledging that our physical experiences are inseparable from our emotional and cognitive processes. Through occasional grounding practices and awareness exercises, you can develop a more integrated relationship with yourself, enhancing your capacity for self-regulation when facing life's challenges.

​My approach to incorporating body awareness is informed by my thesis research on meditation's effects on psychological well-being and my personal practice. Additionally, facilitating mindfulness workshops at a rehabilitation center has allowed me to witness how these techniques can support diverse therapeutic goals when thoughtfully integrated into the therapy process.

In our safe therapeutic environment, I may invite you to notice your breathing patterns, physical sensations, or bodily responses during our conversations, always respecting your comfort level and preferences. These awareness practices serve as valuable tools that support our therapeutic work together, helping you develop a more compassionate relationship with both your emotional experiences and their physical expressions.

This approach is particularly beneficial for those experiencing anxiety, stress, emotional regulation challenges, or seeking to develop greater self-awareness. It can also support individuals looking to improve mind-body connection or enhance their ability to stay grounded during difficult life transitions. Whether you're addressing specific concerns or simply deepening your relationship with yourself, these integrated practices can complement our therapeutic work together.

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Idil Altintas
Qualifying BACP-Accredited Counsellor
Clapham Common, London, UK

Copyright by Idil Altintas. 2024.
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