How did I go from working as a chiropractor to offering integrative counselling and psychotherapy?
The journey was a gradual realisation that many of the people I was supporting needed something deeper than hands on treatment alone.
When Chronic Pain Is More Than Physical
As a chiropractor, I began noticing a pattern. Many of the patients coming through my door were experiencing chronic pain linked to trauma, stress, and unprocessed emotions.
While manual therapy helped relieve symptoms, it often felt like we were only addressing part of the picture.
I started to get a feeling that people’s issues couldn’t be separated into “physical” and “emotional” boxes. The body was holding stories that needed to be addressed for true healing to take place.
I wanted to do more for my patients.
The Emotional Impact of High-Volume Healthcare
Seeing a high volume of patients a day was intense. While I cared deeply about each person, the pace left little room for meaningful emotional processing — for them or for me.
Over time, the workload began to affect my own mental health. I found myself regressing into old, unhealthy coping mechanisms and eventually spiralling into depression.
It was a difficult period, but it also became a turning point.
Having to take care of my own mental health sparked a deeper curiosity about the psychological and emotional dimensions of wellbeing. I began asking bigger questions:
- Why do we hold stress in the body?
- How does trauma show up physically?
- What does true healing actually require?
Discovering the Mind-Body Connection Through Yoga
Training as a yoga teacher was another pivotal step in my journey.
Yoga deepened my understanding of the nervous system, breathwork, embodiment, and emotional regulation. Years of personal practice reinforced what I had already begun to understand: the mind and body are not separate systems.
This mind-body perspective became the bridge between my background in physical health and my growing interest in psychotherapy.
Why I Now Offer Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy
Today, I offer integrative counselling because I believe people need to be seen as whole human beings — not as a diagnosis, symptom, or single issue.
Integrative therapy draws from a range of therapeutic modalities and adapts each session to suit your unique needs. There is no “one size fits all” approach to healing.
Depending on what you bring to therapy, our work might include:
- Exploring past trauma and attachment patterns
- Understanding anxiety, depression, or stress responses
- Working with the body and nervous system
- Developing healthier coping strategies
- Building self-awareness and self-compassion
Your experiences, your pace, and your goals guide the process.
A Holistic Approach to Healing Trauma, Stress and Chronic Pain
Because of my background, I have a particular interest in supporting individuals experiencing:
- Trauma-related symptoms
- Chronic stress and burnout
- Anxiety and depression
- Chronic pain connected to emotional distress
- People who feel “stuck” despite trying other treatments
I understand firsthand how deeply intertwined mental and physical health can be.
Healing happens when we feel seen, heard, and supported — not just treated.
Is Integrative Therapy Right for You?
If this approach resonates with you, or you’re looking for counselling that considers both mind and body, I’d love to hear from you.
Reach out to start a conversation about how integrative counselling and psychotherapy could support you.
