Konika Shankar
Integrative Psychotherapy, Yoga Therapy & Special Yoga
Therapeutic Sessions for mental and physical well-being for Everyone – adults and children, the marginalised and vulnerable, for Every – Body and for those More Special at any age
Welcome
Within my 15 years of experience as a therapist, I have witnessed the profound healing and growth that can happen when we gently support both mind and body together.
Research increasingly shows that meaningful and lasting change can occur when psychological and body-based approaches are thoughtfully integrated.
Life can bring many challenges — stress, anxiety, trauma, loss, burnout, relationship difficulties, and periods of uncertainty can affect us mentally, emotionally, physically, and energetically. Often, our experiences are held not only in our thoughts, but also within the body and nervous system.
My approach is warm, collaborative, person-centred and integrative. This means therapy is tailored to you as an individual, honouring your unique experiences, pace and needs. Together, we create a safe and supportive space where all parts of you are welcome.
As an Integrative Psychotherapist and Yoga Therapist, I draw from a range of therapeutic approaches, including psychotherapeutic enquiry, somatic awareness, nervous system regulation, mindfulness, breath work and Internal Family Systems informed “parts work.”
IFS recognises that we all have different inner parts or patterns that develop throughout life, often in response to stress, trauma or relationships. Therapy can help us understand these parts with greater compassion, curiosity and clarity.
While my work recognises the connection between mind and body, this does not mean you need to do yoga or movement practices. For some clients, therapy may focus primarily on talking and reflection; for others, it may include gentle breath awareness, grounding, mindfulness or body-based approaches where helpful and appropriate. Everything is invitational and adapted to your comfort and needs.
I have been offering therapeutic yoga, mindfulness and breath work since 2011 in both private settings and schools, working with adults and young people. I qualified with the Real Yoga Diploma in Yoga Therapy in 2019 and am registered with the Complementary & Natural Healthcare Council.
More recently, I completed a Level 7 Masters qualification in Integrative Psychotherapy with The Minded Institute and registered with professional body, National Council of Integrative Psychotherapy; further deepening my integrative and trauma-informed approach to therapeutic work.
I can help with a wide range of challenges:
I would love to hear from you. Please feel free to contact me for a complimentary 15-minute consultation to explore whether this way of working feels right for you.
I offer one-to-one therapy sessions online via Zoom and in-person from my studio in Wiltshire, working with clients locally, in London, and across the UK.
Integrative Therapies in my Studio & Online
One to One Sessions
Integrative Psychotherapy
An integrative approach blending psychotherapy enquiry with somatic awareness (relating to the body), breath work, movement and the ancient philosophies of Yoga Therapy, with a focus on what best helps the client to grow.
One to One Sessions
Yoga Therapy
Yoga therapy is a unique approach to therapy that addresses every aspect of life for improved physical, mental and emotional wellbeing. It is an empowering process as client and therapist work together.
Group Sessions
Therapeutic Yoga
I offer therapeutic sessions in small groups to explore yoga, movement, breathe and meditation practices for emotional, physical and mental wellbeing.
Special Yoga for Additional Needs
I provide inclusive Special Yoga for children /adults with special and additional needs in small groups or one to one’s, privately and within schools/colleges or centres.
Breath Work for Depression
I run regular BREATH-BODY-MIND, classes and workshop teaching accessible evidenced based movement and breathing practices for anxiety, depression and trauma.
Yoga in Healthcare
I am a teacher for The Yoga in Healthcare Alliance, an evidenced based 10 week social prescribing protocol that has been developed in partnership with the NHS
Photography: Darina Belanogova Alex Green
Please do not hesitate to contact me for a complimentary 15 mins consultation for more information and find out if what I offer is right for you
You can meet me in my studio in Wiltshire or on ZOOM
I work in Wiltshire, surrounding counties and London
I would love to hear from you so please get in touch
“Between the stimulus and response there is a space and that space is your power and your freedom, and also your love and wisdom.”
Victor Frankl
