Mental health, Talking therapy, Holistic therapy
What is Soul Alchemy?
Soul alchemy is a service providing talking therapy. It is a common misconception that mental health is only in the mind. Mental health affects us both psychologically and physiologically. This is because the mind and body are not separate but connected, so anything we experience will affect both, especially in the context of trauma. Consequently, this can affect our relationships and lives in general.
My philosophy when engaged in therapy; it's important to consider you holistically and work with you in every aspect of your lived experience. Working this way helps you explore all areas of your life and reconnect parts of yourself which may have become disconnected somewhere along the line, either through learned behaviour or from a specific experience.
This exploration process brings all parts of the self into alignment allowing you to move forward with a positive sense of self and purpose. This is the philosophy behind the name, it reconnects the mind, body and spirit. Soul Alchemy is transformative and integrative.
Natalie Quinlan, MBACP - Qualifications and Training
I have a BSc Honours degree in Counselling and Psychology and an MSc in Psychotherapeutic Counselling, and I am currently working towards Chartered Psychologist status.
During my counselling training, I supported survivors of sexual violence, domestic violence, childhood trauma and abuse. I am currently doing a comprehensive trauma training CPD.
In my private practice I have worked with primarily neurodivergent people who initially came to me for trauma counselling.
I am a registered member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (MBACP) working towards accreditation and a graduate member of the British Psychological Society (GMBPSs).
I abide by the BACP ethical framework in my practice, and I have regular supervision to support my client work.
My experience is seventeen years in healthcare across different settings, including eight as a counsellor with over 3100 client hours delivered. I have worked across all age groups, with special needs, stroke and neurological disorders/illnesses, Alzheimer's and supporting family members who support these people. I have worked in multiple ability settings, in the community, nursing homes and hospitals. I lived in Sri Lanka working with underprivileged children in community settings as well as institutionalised women and men.