Simone Hacker:
Integrative Trauma-Informed & Embodied Therapist (BACP)
Hi, my name is Simone Hacker and I hold a postgraduate diploma in Psychosynthesis Counselling. I furthermore hold a certificate in Integrative, Embodied Psychotherapy and Complex Trauma Therapy.
I am registered with both the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and with the UKCP as a trainee therapist while completing my Advanced Diploma in Psychosynthesis Psychotherapy.
Issues I work with:
Some (but not all) of the issues I work with are childhood/developmental trauma, relationship issues, issues around self-esteem and boundary setting, depression and anxiety, exploration of your identity and sense of self, loneliness and sense of belonging, cultural issues (e.g. due to immigration or different ethnicity than your surrounding), spirituality, feeling stuck or trapped, work-related issues, life transitions, grief and loss.
My Approach:
I believe healing is possible when we truly learn to accept and embrace all aspects of ourselves. Often, we need an empathetic other to support us in this process. Therefore, I offer a warm, caring, and empathetic approach where all of you are welcome.
Psychosynthesis is at the heart of my work, offering a deep journey into ourselves and a space to embrace all aspects of our being. Having further trained in embodied and complex trauma therapy, my approach is trauma-informed, with a focus on finding inner safety and feeling more at home in your body, as well as unpacking the root causes of your challenges.
I believe the body is an integral aspect of our self which, if attuned to carefully, can, not only be a source of self-expression but also of deep connection with our true self and the world. Many of our experiences are beyond words and can only be remembered and understood through feeling and sensing.
The talking aspect of therapy, on the other hand, offers insight, understanding, and verbal expression, which are equally useful aspects of therapy. Hence, sessions consist of a mixture of talking and experiential elements, such as inner parts work, somatic work, imagery, mindfulness, and movement.
Your autonomy is essential, which is why all interventions will be introduced with care and sensitivity to your needs and preferences.
I further work in a relational and collaborative way, meaning I value where you want to take the work and pay attention to—and may at times openly explore with you—the dynamics unfolding between us. This can reveal relational patterns familiar to you from your past and present life, but also unmet needs, longings, and hopes.
Languages I Speak:
I offer sessions in English and German.
***If you require more information and guidance about therapy, please use the contact form at the bottom of this page.***
