Appearances can be deceptive.
Maybe you’ve been putting on a brave face for a long time. Inside, you might feel stuck, exhausted, or disconnected from those around you.
Perhaps you’re carrying experiences that still echo in the present, or you’ve lost touch with the part of you that feels steady and at peace. Your mind may feel busy and tired, looping over the same thoughts again and again.
You want to understand what’s happening beneath the surface — to feel lighter, calmer, and more connected. Counselling offers space to slow down, breathe, and gently reconnect with yourself, so you can move forward feeling more grounded and at ease.
My approach
I offer a compassionate space where your story and pace guide the work.
Being trauma-informed means I’m mindful of how the nervous system responds to stress, and I place safety and trust at the centre of the process.
Therapy can offer a way to make sense of tangled thoughts and emotions so life starts to feel lighter and more manageable.
As a person-centred, integrative therapist, I draw on approaches such as Human Givens, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Transactional Analysis, and Gestalt. When working with trauma, I may also bring in somatic awareness, breathwork, or creative methods to suit your individual needs.
Therapy isn’t about revisiting pain before you’re ready — it’s about helping you feel more resourced, grounded, and in control of your experience.
How I can support you
I work with people navigating life changes, relationship challenges, or the lasting effects of past experiences. We’ll work together to untangle what’s been holding you back, ease the overwhelm so you can move forward with greater confidence, balance and ease.
Common areas of focus include:
Anxiety, stress, and overthinking
Low mood or feeling stuck
Self-esteem and confidence
Relationships and boundaries
Grief and loss
Trauma and recovery
Life transitions
Expat life and belonging
Neurodiversity and overwhelm
Work stress and purpose
Identity
Appearances can be deceptive.
Maybe you’ve been putting on a brave face for a long time. Inside, you might feel stuck, exhausted, or disconnected from those around you.
Perhaps you’re carrying experiences that still echo in the present, or you’ve lost touch with the part of you that feels steady and at peace. Your mind may feel busy and tired, looping over the same thoughts again and again.
You want to understand what’s happening beneath the surface — to feel lighter, calmer, and more connected. Counselling offers space to slow down, breathe, and gently reconnect with yourself, so you can move forward feeling more grounded and at ease.
My approach
I offer a compassionate space where your story and pace guide the work.
Being trauma-informed means I’m mindful of how the nervous system responds to stress, and I place safety and trust at the centre of the process.
Therapy can offer a way to make sense of tangled thoughts and emotions so life starts to feel lighter and more manageable.
As a person-centred, integrative therapist, I draw on approaches such as Human Givens, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Transactional Analysis, and Gestalt. When working with trauma, I may also bring in somatic awareness, breathwork, or creative methods to suit your individual needs.
Therapy isn’t about revisiting pain before you’re ready — it’s about helping you feel more resourced, grounded, and in control of your experience.
How I can support you
I work with people navigating life changes, relationship challenges, and the impact of past trauma. Together, we can explore what’s been holding you back and help you find clarity, confidence, and balance in your inner world.
Common areas of focus include:
Anxiety, stress, and overthinking
Low mood or feeling stuck
Self-esteem and confidence
Relationships and boundaries
Grief and loss
Trauma and recovery
Life transitions
Expat life and belonging
Neurodiversity and overwhelm
Work stress and purpose
Identity
Curious Minds Counselling
Alexandra Park, Lower Parksone, Poole, Dorset, UK
Alison Zorraquin | Qualified Counsellor & Coach, Registered Member (MBACP) Offering trauma informed counselling and career coaching
Telephone: +44 07947454539
email:info@curiousmindscounselling.com