Somatic Therapist - Invercargill - Penelope

	Penelope Invercargill
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Penelope | Somatic Therapist

Introduction

Penelope is a Registered Social Worker, Somatic Practitioner, and trauma-informed Yoga Teacher who supports individuals and couples through healing, integration, transformation, and growth.

Drawing on her experience in trauma, grief, couples work, nervous system regulation, mindset shifts, and root-cause therapeutic approaches, she weaves together somatic healing, intuitive movement, embodiment practices, somatic touch, and ritual to create deeply supportive and restorative spaces.

Her work invites clients to reconnect with the wisdom of the body, explore the root of emotional and relational patterns, and gently unravel what no longer serves them. Anchored by her connection to nature, spirituality, family, and holistic wellbeing, Penelope offers a grounded and compassionate approach that supports deeper self-awareness, clarity, emotional integration, and lasting change.

If you would like to know more or book an appointment, please feel free to get in touch via the “Send a Message” button.

Online therapy

Online Therapy Sessions

Online sessions are designed to feel safe, connected, and supportive from the comfort of your own home. Sessions are held via WhatsApp video call.

You will need:

a stable internet connection
a quiet, private space
a device with WhatsApp installed

Sessions integrate the same trauma-informed and somatic approaches offered in-person, including nervous system regulation, embodiment practices, and tailored therapeutic support.

Brief check-ins between sessions may also be available within agreed professional boundaries.

Qualifications and registrations

Qualifications & Training

Registered Social Worker
500-Hour Yoga Teacher Training
Somatic Healing & Trauma-Informed Training
Grief & Loss Support Specialisation
Reiki I & II
Romiromi, Mirimiri & Honohono Practices

Penelope continues to deepen her practice through ongoing professional development in trauma-informed care, nervous system regulation, embodiment, somatic healing, and relational wellbeing.

Registrations

I offer therapy in

✓ English

Specialisations

1. Trauma-Informed Somatic Therap
2. Embodiment & Nervous System Wo
3. Grief/Loss Emotion Integration
4. Root-Cause Therapeutic Approac
5. Couples & Relationship Healing
6. Personal Transformation

Specialisations and Expertises

Penelope specialises in somatic therapy, trauma recovery, grief and loss, couples and relationship work, and personal transformation.

Her approach integrates evidence-based therapeutic practice with somatic and body-based awareness, nervous system regulation, intuitive movement, touch, and ritual to support emotional processing, integration, and lasting change.

She works with people experiencing trauma, grief, relationship challenges, emotional overwhelm, identity shifts, and life transitions. Many clients also seek support to reconnect with themselves, shift core beliefs and patterns, and explore meaning and spirituality in their healing.

The amount of sessions vary depending on individual needs. Some clients benefit from short-term support (3–6 sessions), while deeper trauma or relationship work may benefit from longer-term therapy (10+ sessions), with regular review to ensure the process remains supportive and aligned.

Most common issues I support people with:

Areas of Support

Life Transitions
Support through change, uncertainty, and periods of personal or external transition.
Core Beliefs & Root Patterns
Exploring underlying belief systems, self-stories, and emotional patterns that shape how you think, feel, and relate.
Grief, Loss & Change
Holding space for grief in all its forms, including bereavement, endings, and life-altering change.
Relationship & Couples Support
Supporting communication, connection, repair, and deeper relational understanding.
Trauma & PTSD
Gentle, trauma-informed support for processing and integrating past experiences.

Therapies offered

Areas of counselling I can help with

Fees

Fees per Session

Individual Therapy Session | 60 mins

$120 incl GST

These sessions integrate somatic practices, nervous system regulation, embodiment work, breathwork, grounding practices, and trauma-informed approaches tailored to each individual.

Couples Counselling Session | 60 mins
$180 incl GST

These sessions support communication, emotional safety, relational patterns, nervous system awareness, and deeper connection within relationships.

Hands-On Somatic Session | 60 mins
$140 incl GST

Trauma-informed bodywork incorporating somatic release, grounding, nervous system regulation, intuitive body-based support, and restorative touch practices.

Extended Intensive Session | 90 mins
$220 incl GST

Available for individuals or couples wanting deeper therapeutic exploration, somatic processing, or focused integration work.

Supported / Sliding Scale Sessions | 60 mins
$80 to $100 incl GST

A limited number of supported spaces are available for those experiencing financial hardship.

Ask about WINZ subsidised sessions and student prices

Payment Methods
Cash
Invoice after appointment

Cancellation Policy
Cancellations within 24 hours. Cancellations on the day of the appointment time will incur the full session fee, unless due to emergencies.

Availability (Opening hours)

Monday	-
Tuesday	9-4
Wednesday	9-6
Thursday	9-4
Friday	-
Saturday	-
Sunday	-

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