Trauma Therapy Manchester

Trauma Therapy Manchester Body-oriented trauma therapist, trainer, clinical supervisor, National Assessor for dissociation (SCID-D).
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Specialist in dissociation, trauma and the many ways it manifests as psychological, emotional, physical, spiritual and relational distress. Trauma Therapy Manchester (previously called Yoga Therapy Manchester) was founded by Susi Wrenshaw to provide an effective, mind-body approach to Mental Health, Trauma and Attachment.
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I offer body-oriented individual and occasionally group therapy. Treatment may be a combination of Yoga Therapy, Compassionate Inquiry, Yoga-CBT, EMDR Therapy (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT / tapping). I am licensed to offer Dr Stephen Porges' Safe and Sound Protocol. I am also trained in but no longer have time to offer Ayurveda nutrition and lifestyle, trauma-sensitive massage, pregnancy and postnatal yoga though these continue to inform my practice.
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I mainly work with adults and occasionally teenagers. Many people who come to me are experiencing dissociation, functional symptoms, unexplained pain, high levels of emotional distress, mood difficulties, shame, guilt and difficulties with self-esteem, relationships and/or intimacy.
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I am experienced working with (amongst other things): developmental trauma, pre-verbal trauma, childhood sexual abuse/ exploitation, sexual assault and rape.
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People I work with may have been diagnosed with 'ADHD/ADD' 'anorexia' 'anxiety' 'bipolar disorders' 'bulimia' 'conversion disorder' 'depression' 'dissociative identity disorder' 'functional neurological disorders' 'non-epileptic attack disorder' 'obsessive compulsive disorder' 'personality disorders' 'post traumatic stress disorder' Or they may have chronic diseases, autoimmune diseases or medically unexplained symptoms.

I'm very inspired and so grateful to have just had a meeting with some of the authors of "Dissociative Identities, attac...
08/09/2025

I'm very inspired and so grateful to have just had a meeting with some of the authors of "Dissociative Identities, attachment-based approaches to psychotherapy", along with other experienced therapists and experts by experience.

It's essential to be well supported and connected to others working in this complex area.

I appreciate the language choice to use Dissociative Identities rather than Dissociative Identity Disorder. As the book highlights, being multiple is not in itself problematic. Difficulties arise before there is enough safety for communication or collaboration between parts of an internal system.

I look forward to all the ways this learning will travel beyond me... maybe at our Trauma Informed Yoga training Q&A on Wednesday, maybe in the Yoga Teacher training I'll be guest teaching on in November, maybe at More Than Words - somatic training for Talk Therapists, maybe in the 100 hour Trauma Informed Yoga certification course. So many chances to connect with you 🙏

Hello, I’m Sara-mae. I’m a trauma-informed yoga therapist, family therapist, creative therapist, psychotherapist/counsel...
08/09/2025

Hello, I’m Sara-mae. I’m a trauma-informed yoga therapist, family therapist, creative therapist, psychotherapist/counsellor, and business mentor. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of supporting children, young people, and adults as they navigate some of life’s most difficult challenges.

My specialisms include attachment, grief and loss, and recovery from domestic and sexual abuse. I believe in creating a safe, compassionate space where people feel seen, heard, and supported as they begin to reconnect with themselves and their inner strength.

I bring together different approaches – from somatic practices in yoga therapy, to creative expression and ther**eutic conversations – so that healing can happen in a way that feels right for each individual. Whether I’m working with a young person building confidence, an adult processing trauma, or mentoring someone through change, my aim is always the same: to nurture resilience, restore self-worth, and support growth.

I currently work in private practice and the NHS sector for mental health services.

🙏 Sara-mae will join us at the live Q&A on Wednesday to answer questions about the Trauma Informed Yoga training, starting in November.

Gitu generously shares about her recent challenges and how her spiritual practice and family life are not separate:I wan...
06/09/2025

Gitu generously shares about her recent challenges and how her spiritual practice and family life are not separate:

I wanted to share how my personal practice has evolved, particularly in light of my caring responsibilities since becoming a mother. It has shifted significantly, as I've found it challenging to be away from our child for extended periods.

As a Mitra (Buddhist), the core of my practice now lies within daily life. This ranges from managing our family's schedule—including work, study, nourishing meals, and activities—to handling the everyday tasks of running a home without experiencing burnout. I've found the tools of Trauma Informed Yoga incredibly beneficial for staying resourceful and present within my experiences. My Buddhist practice, in turn, helps me cultivate wisdom, insight, and grace.

In recent years, we've faced several unsettling situations that directly impacted our basic needs, such as sleep deprivation and uncertainty regarding housing and income. I'm certain that I wouldn't have been able to navigate these challenges without the grounding support of my practice. These practices not only benefit me, my family, and my community, but also significantly enhance my work as a Yoga Therapist with both children and adults.

I'm pleased to share that I was able to attend two retreats this year. These times away were not an escape, but rather opportunities to deepen my practices, allowing me to bring them more fully into my daily life and work.

I look forward to sharing these transformative tools with you on the next Trauma-Informed Yoga (TIY) course, starting in November.

Gitu Menghani
Yoga Therapist

You're welcome to join us to find out about the work of a Trauma Informed Yoga Teacher and what the training process is ...
26/08/2025

You're welcome to join us to find out about the work of a Trauma Informed Yoga Teacher and what the training process is like. Interviews for our next certified course will be taking place soon for our November intake.
Book the A&A here: https://traumatherapymanchester.as.me/QandA

As yoga teachers and yoga therapists we are all working with people at different levels of trauma wounding and recovery....
19/02/2025

As yoga teachers and yoga therapists we are all working with people at different levels of trauma wounding and recovery.

This group offers a confidential, supportive and educational space to develop confidence, safe practice and expertise.

You can bring experiences to discuss, ask questions about places you might be getting stuck professionally or in your personal journey and offer your compassionate presence to others.

If you can't afford it but resonate strongly with this ethos, please contact me for a discounted or free place (depending on what's affordable for you). I believe everyone doing this work needs support and guidance and know that many of you are doing charitable, voluntary work or low paid work.

https://traumatherapymanchester.as.me/?appointmentType=70515528

Susi x

The call will open with a short meditation and teaching on trauma sensitive yoga as a path to awakening. We will discuss...
24/01/2025

The call will open with a short meditation and teaching on trauma sensitive yoga as a path to awakening. We will discuss the final 3 limbs of yoga, including the distinction between true samadhi (oneness) and dissociation. We will look at the relevance of trauma sensitive practice for liberation (moksha) then move into questions and discussion around this or any other topics arising from the training or work.

Book a place to let me know you're coming. It's free if you've ever done the 2 day or self paced trauma workshop/trauma sensitive yoga training with me.

https://traumatherapymanchester.as.me/?appointmentType=33834916

The next Somatic Training for Talk Therapists (and other clinicians) is in a few weeks.This has been running for 7 years...
15/01/2025

The next Somatic Training for Talk Therapists (and other clinicians) is in a few weeks.

This has been running for 7 years with new developments each time. Now I only hold it once a year for individual therapists/clinicians to book themselves onto.

I have also delivered it many times as an in house training for various NHS trusts, R**e Crisis counselling services, a neuro rehab intensive training, forensic psychology department, neuropsychology service and even a bespoke version for prison officers.

If you have questions, please email (I don't often look at facebook messages!) info@traumatherapymanchester.com

https://www.traumatherapymanchester.com/training-for-talk-therapists

I've received feedback on one of my recorded Compassionate Inquiry therapy sessions and 5 case studies. Gained insights ...
05/09/2024

I've received feedback on one of my recorded Compassionate Inquiry therapy sessions and 5 case studies. Gained insights into how others perceive my qualities, strengths and areas to develop. 

As a therapist, usually working alone, I really value these moments where experienced practitioners watch me work and help deepen, sharpen and soften different aspects of my practice.

Every 2 years you need to re-certify as a Compassionate Inquiry Practitioner and submit a portfolio of work. It was a lot to get together, balancing all the other extra projects I'm supporting at the moment so I basked in the embodied enjoyment (and relief!) of again receiving the seal of approval from Gabor Maté, Sat Dharam Kaur and the certification board.

"May the compassion, authenticity, skill and insight you demonstrate be of benefit to your relationships, your community and the people you work with and serve. Our vision is to bring compassion, respect, acceptance, insight, healing, freedom and connection to humanity through an international community of skillful Compassionate Inquiry practitioners and we appreciate your contributions." (CI Certification Team)






I've been providing expert witness testimony for a court case over the last few months. I decided to take it on after mu...
30/08/2024

I've been providing expert witness testimony for a court case over the last few months. I decided to take it on after much consideration, meditation and discussion with other yoga teachers as there was a lot to weigh up. 

My role is to offer professional opinion in my capacity as a Yoga Teacher and Trauma Therapist.

I am not there to argue in favour of either side but to speak for justice.

I have adapted a practice I saw at Damanhur Spiritual Community to help me - their political leaders pause in meditation with a special ring they wear to connect to the highest good before making decisions. 

I have been doing the legal work in the presence of a blue crystal to connect to the throat chakra - the energy centre for communication. Before I begin, I re-dedicate myself to my thoughts and words being in service of truth and integrity.

This photo is of me at Damanhur 🏔







I've been invited back to write for Yoga Therapy Today magazine. I will be reviewing Yael Calhoun's new book Building Sa...
30/08/2024

I've been invited back to write for Yoga Therapy Today magazine. I will be reviewing Yael Calhoun's new book Building Safety with Trauma-Informed Yoga.

If you have an interest in using yoga to work with trauma then you can start our online self-paced Trauma Sensitive Yoga 20 hour course today. Linkinbio. It's created for yoga teachers who can receive certification but anyone is welcome to take it for personal interest.

If you've already done or booked the course then THIS MONDAY is our zoom live Trauma Sensitive Yoga integration call. One hour of open discussions, questions and thinking about how we can use this knowledge to be of greatest service. It's free, you just need to book via our website.

You can also join the waiting list for our 100 hour accredited qualification in Trauma Informed Yoga, just send me an email via the website to go on the list.

That's all for now 🙏
Susi

https://www.traumatherapymanchester.com/trauma-sensitive-yoga

New date added for Yoga Teachers to join me (Susi) for Group Mentoring. You can bring yoga topics, trauma discussions, t...
28/08/2024

New date added for Yoga Teachers to join me (Susi) for Group Mentoring.

You can bring yoga topics, trauma discussions, teaching challenges, personal successes.

There will also be space for collective themes to arise. I never know what will come up in these sessions. Together we weave our way through a fascinating tapestry of the magic we create as a group. 💫

It is always food for the soul to be among kindred spirits.

Sat 12 Oct 9.30am to 12.30pm UK time, on zoom.

See you there.

Numbers very limited so we have the possibility for meaningful connection, intimacy and depth 🙏

Hours count towards professional CPD

https://traumatherapymanchester.as.me/?appointmentType=39463298

You might remember I spent the spring equinox living with a spiritual community (Damanhur) in the foothills of the Alps,...
23/08/2024

You might remember I spent the spring equinox living with a spiritual community (Damanhur) in the foothills of the Alps, Italy.

I was so pleased to be able to support their mission at Medicine Festival last week, bringing a little bit of Damanhur magic to the uk!

We created two rope spirals as walking meditations, one clockwise and one anti clockwise for the masculine and feminine energies. It was a joy to see people having deep experiences in them and to feel reconnected to that special place.

From my (little!) knowledge, what I understand is that Damanhur have an ancient technology that they use to activate the spirals, bringing a cosmic intelligence into them.

You can find out more from and even request someone to build and activate a spiral for powerful spiritual connection.

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