Healing the Shadow Work

A Journey of Self-Discovery

Experience deep healing through shadow work, an integrative process designed to explore projections, unconscious dynamics, and hidden parts of the self.

What is Shadow Work?

Shadow work focuses on understanding how your inner projections shape external experiences. Together, we map out the patterns and dynamics influencing your life. By observing and discussing these internalised narratives, new possibilities for healing and change emerge.

This work empowers you to shift persistent relational challenges and emotional triggers.

Sessions are a blend of counselling, parts work and creative intervention and take place on a special carpet representing your inner world.

What are the signs of unresolved and unintegrated Shadows?

Unresolved shadow work can manifest in a variety of psychological, emotional, and behavioural symptoms. These symptoms often stem from suppressed or disowned aspects of oneself that have not been fully acknowledged, integrated, or healed. Common Symptoms

  • Intense emotional reactions or triggers.

  • Sudden outbursts without clear reasons.

  • Recurring patterns in relationships.

  • Persistent judgment or idealisation of specific others

Goal of Shadow Work

This transformative process promotes self-acceptance, healthier boundaries, and renewed clarity in relationships.

By illuminating unconscious patterns, you will:

  • Develop greater self-awareness.

  • Break repetitive cycles.

  • Cultivate emotional stability and relational harmony.

Each journey is unique.

I offer Hybrid/Flexible ways of working.

Online | In-person London & Brighton

FAQs

  • Shadow work is the process of exploring and integrating the hidden or disowned aspects of yourself, often referred to as your "shadow." These are parts of your personality, emotions, or traits that you may have suppressed or rejected because they were deemed unacceptable by you or society. By bringing these aspects into awareness, you can heal emotional wounds, build self-acceptance, and experience personal growth.

  • Shadow work can be emotionally intense because it involves facing parts of yourself that might feel uncomfortable or painful. When done with the right mindset, in a supportive environment, or with the guidance of a professional therapist or coach, it can be a deeply transformative and healing process.

  • If you notice recurring negative patterns in your relationships, feel stuck in life, experience intense emotional reactions (like anger, shame, or jealousy), or often project your issues onto others, it might be a sign that shadow work could benefit you. Shadow work helps address unresolved issues at their root.

  • Shadow work is an ongoing process that unfolds at your own pace. Some people experience breakthroughs in specific areas relatively quickly, while others find it to be a lifelong journey of self-discovery and healing. The key is patience and consistency.

  • No, shadow work is not exclusively spiritual. While it is often associated with Jungian psychology and certain spiritual practices, shadow work is ultimately about self-awareness and integration. You can approach it from a purely psychological, therapeutic, or personal growth perspective.

  • Improved relationships through better emotional regulation and reduced projection.

    Greater self-acceptance and compassion.

    Enhanced creativity and problem-solving by accessing untapped parts of yourself.

    Relief from repetitive negative patterns and triggers.

    A deeper sense of wholeness, authenticity, and emotional freedom.

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Our work celebrates multiple approaches and points of view in which everyone deserves to be seen, welcomed and valued without judgment or exclusion. We welcome and value all differences, including race, gender, sexual orientation, generation, religion, disabilities and beliefs.