True Nature - Trauma-Informed Yoga and Psychotherapy in Wales

Louise Thorndycraft, MA Psychotherapy, BA Hons, BWYDip, MNCPS (ACC.)

Thanks for visiting my website. I hope the information you find here will help you decide if my approach is a good fit for you. I offer counselling and psychotherapy and one to one yoga, both online and face to face. I also offer a weekly online group yoga session. I am based near Whitland in Carmarthenshire.

Since 2007, I have taught yoga therapeutically in a wide variety of community settings with diverse client groups. In 2016, I completed trauma sensitive yoga training to enhance my ability to support people with complex trauma histories. My psychotherapy training enables me to work with clients at depth, integrating embodiment practices with the key theories of somatic psychology and recent discoveries about the relational brain.

Research for my Masters degree in psychotherapy focused on the efficacy of somatic psychotherapies for adult survivors of developmental trauma.

For more information about trauma-informed psychotherapy and yoga, please visit the relevant pages using the buttons below.

Yoga

Psychotherapy

Meet Louise

Testimonials

"I am so grateful for being able to say what I wanted to, for being able to cry without fear of upsetting anyone, for being able to give myself permission to say no. Thank you Louise."

— Sue, Carmarthenshire

How can I help?

Skills and experience.

Why Naturopathy

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Bereavement

I support people of all ages and backgrounds to process the painful emotions surrounding the loss of loved ones. My experience includes working with complex and traumatic loss.

Anxiety and Depression

Both counselling and yoga can bring lasting relief from the debilitating symptoms of anxiety and depression. I have a particular interest in working with climate anxiety/ ecological grief.

Prescription drugs

I work with people using a variety of prescribed psychiatric drugs and have undertaken additional training on all stages of the medication process, including supporting clients who wish to safely withdraw from their medication.

Women's Wellbeing

I enjoy supporting women of all ages and backgrounds to find greater empowerment in every stage of life. I have supported women through the challenges presented by pregnancy, baby loss, infertility and menopause.

Pain conditions

The bodymind philosophies of yoga and humanistic therapy can greatly improve symptoms of all types of chronic illness and pain.

Trauma and C/PTSD

My yoga and therapy work is trauma- informed, drawing on polyvagal theory and the neuroscience of attachment to support your nervous system and emotions to find balance.

Contact

Contact Louise

Please call or message me on 07917724983. Whatsapp is most reliable, as I live and work in rural locations with minimal mobile signal. You can also leave me a message below. I will respond within 48 hours unless I'm on annual leave.

What should I expect in a trauma-informed yoga class?

In a trauma-informed yoga class, you can expect a gentle and supportive environment where the focus is on helping you tune into bodily sensations, release tension and find contentment in the present moment. This contributes to greater emotional balance and supports your nervous system to respond to life's challenges with increased flexibility. Classes are suitable for all abilities.
How can I book a session?

You can book a session by messaging me through the contact form on this website. Please take care when entering your email address and phone number, as incorrect information will prevent me from connecting with you. I offer both online and face-to-face sessions.
What payment methods do you accept?

I accept payments via advance bank transfer. All transactions are conducted in GBP.
What is trauma-informed yoga?

Trauma-informed yoga is an evidence-based approach that helps reduce symptoms of traumatic stress by creating a safe and supportive environment for individuals to reconnect with their bodies and minds. The emphasis is on learning to sense what is right for you on any given day - a skill that is very useful in day to day life.
What types of psychotherapy do you offer?

I offer a range of in person and online psychotherapy and counselling services, to suit your individual needs. I specialise in trauma therapy, incorporating humanistic and somatic interventions to improve symptoms and regulate your nervous system. I also offer support for a wide range of life challenges, including bereavement, anxiety, depression, neurodivergence, women's wellbeing, and chronic health conditions.