About Shirley Brocklehurst
Shirley Brocklehurst is a registered Dance Movement Psychotherapist offering somatic approaches to physical and mental wellbeing. Her practice integrates tai chi, qigong and mindful movement woven with somatic awareness, creating a holistic pathway to reconnect with yourself through body-based practice.
She offers tai chi and qigong classes that combine traditional movement disciplines with contemporary somatic awareness, helping you develop mindfulness and body awareness. Her dance movement therapy sessions provide expressive movement work designed to support emotional and physical wellbeing, while somatic experiencing sessions draw on body-centred therapeutic techniques to address tension and promote integration.
Shirley also provides general counselling sessions and personal training, tailoring her approach to your individual needs. Her practice is underpinned by professional regulation and membership with the UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP), the Tai Chi Union of Great Britain, the British Health Qigong Association, CIMSPA, the Keep Fit Association, the International Tai Chi Alliance, and the Deyin Taijiquan Institute (GB).
Whether you're seeking to deepen your movement practice, explore therapeutic dance, or work with somatic and counselling support, Shirley offers an integrated approach that honours the connection between body, mind and emotional wellbeing.
Qualifications & specialties
Specialises in
- Tai Chi
- Medical Qigong
- Dance Movement Psychotherapy
- Postural Stability
- Special Populations
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