Isabel Marin

About Me

I am a trainee Body Psychotherapist in advanced clinical training at the Cambridge Body Psychotherapy Centre (CBPC), working towards registration with the UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP).

I am a qualified Integrative Psychotherapist, a Sexual Counsellor, and a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). My work draws on these complementary approaches while remaining grounded in the principles of Body Psychotherapy.

Therapy is a collaborative process, and I aim to create an environment where you feel safe enough to explore difficult emotions, longstanding patterns and the parts of yourself that may have gone unheard.

We usually begin with what feels most important to you, while gradually exploring the wider context of your life. I see therapy not only as a place to gain insight, but also as a space to experience new ways of relating to yourself and others, helping you feel more connected, grounded and resourced

Body Psychotherapy

Body Psychotherapy recognises that our thoughts, emotions and life experiences are expressed not only through words, but also through the body. Our posture, breathing, movement, muscle tension and nervous system responses can all carry important information about how we have learned to cope with life.

In our sessions, I pay attention to both your verbal narrative and your body's narrative.

Depending on your needs and therapeutic goals, sessions may include verbal exploration alongside body-based approaches such as:

Body awareness and tracking sensations

Breathing practices

Grounding and mindfulness

Movement and bioenergetic exercises

Body mapping

Exploration of posture and muscular tension

Nervous system regulation techniques

Biodynamic massage (a therapeutic touch intervention discussed in advance and offered only with your explicit consent)

Areas I Work With

I work with adults experiencing a wide range of difficulties, including:

Anxiety, stress and burnout

Low mood and depression

Feeling lost, disconnected or overwhelmed

Emotional regulation difficulties

Relationship and attachment challenges

Trauma

Sexuality, intimacy and identity

Loss and bereavement

I have a particular interest in trauma, nervous system regulation, sexuality, embodiment, and providing an affirming therapeutic space for LGBTQ+ clients. I offer a warm, curious and non-judgemental space where we can make sense of your experiences together. 

Fees

£85 per 60-minute session.

I offer face-to-face appointments.

I also hold a limited number of reduced-fee spaces, so please feel free to enquire if cost is a barrier.

Online and face-to-face appointments available

I hold a limited number of reduced-fee spaces. Please feel free to ask.

I also offer a free 15-minute initial consultation by Zoom or telephone to see whether working together feels right.

If you are wondering whether body psychotherapy is right for you, I offer a free 15-minute consultation by Zoom or telephone to discuss your needs and see whether working together feels like a good fit.