Business Details
16 Years
experience
Your Partner in Emotional Transformation
Chrysalis Place has been dedicated to supporting individuals and relationships since 2010, offering integrative psychotherapy and bodywork grounded in extensive professional training. Our approach combines humanistic, existential-phenomenological, cognitive behavioural, and psychodynamic methodologies alongside Japanese healing arts, reflecting decades of combined expertise in emotional wellness. We prioritise collaborative, client-centred care, creating safe spaces for transformative growth while maintaining rigorous professional standards through regular supervision and continuing development. Our therapist holds advanced qualifications including an MA in Integrative Psychotherapy and accreditation with leading industry bodies, ensuring evidence-based, ethically sound practice. We serve clients through flexible modalities including brief interventions and long-term therapy, addressing challenges such as anxiety, depression, chronic stress, and relationship difficulties.With experience spanning specialist trauma services, academic institutions, and community charities, we bring nuanced understanding to each therapeutic engagement. Our commitment extends beyond sessions through accessible online support and physical locations in London and Nottingham. Transparent pricing structures and multiple session formats accommodate diverse client needs, while anonymised testimonials demonstrate measurable improvements in emotional resilience and quality of life. This synthesis of academic rigour, practical experience, and compassionate delivery establishes Chrysalis Place as a trusted partner in mental health journeys.
Services
Individual psychotherapy
Relationship therapy
Sei-ki bodywork
Shiatsu sessions
Online therapy
Stress management
Anxiety treatment
Depression counselling
Existential therapy
Trauma recovery
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We combine 14+ years of clinical experience with advanced academic training
- Our integrative approach merges Western psychology with Eastern healing traditions
- Sessions available both online and at London/Nottingham locations
- Therapist accredited by British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy
- Proven track record supporting diverse client populations including trauma survivors
What people say
Transformational experience
Safe and comfortable environment
Brilliant and non-judgemental
Deeply healing process
Highly recommended approach
Services
Individual psychotherapy
Personalised therapeutic sessions addressing emotional challenges through integrative methodologies. Combining cognitive behavioural techniques with existential exploration to resolve anxiety, depression, and life stressors. Sessions foster self-awareness and practical coping strategies for lasting mental wellness improvements.
Relationship therapy
Specialised support for relationship dynamics involving two or three participants. Addresses communication breakdowns, betrayal trauma, and interpersonal conflicts using collaborative frameworks. Sessions focus on restoring connection while developing healthier interaction patterns for sustained relational wellbeing.
Sei-ki bodywork
Japanese energy balancing technique addressing physical and emotional blockages through touch. Complements psychotherapy by releasing stored tension and restoring natural energy flow. Particularly effective for stress-related conditions and somatic symptom management.
Shiatsu therapy
Traditional Japanese therapy using acupressure to improve physical and emotional wellbeing. Works with meridian systems to alleviate chronic stress and enhance energy circulation. Integrates seamlessly with talk therapy for holistic mental health support.
Online therapy
Secure remote therapy accessible from any location. Maintains same therapeutic depth as in-person sessions while offering flexibility. Particularly suited for busy professionals or clients requiring geographic flexibility without compromising care quality.
People
Funbi Sarras
Psychotherapist & Director
MA-qualified psychotherapist with 14+ years clinical experience, accredited by BACP and Shiatsu Society. Specialises in integrative approaches combining Western psychology with Eastern healing traditions for comprehensive emotional wellbeing support.
Questions
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
We integrate humanistic, existential-phenomenological, cognitive behavioural, and psychodynamic methods with Japanese healing arts like Shiatsu and Sei-ki for comprehensive emotional support.
Are online sessions available?
Yes, we offer secure online therapy sessions accessible from any location while maintaining the same therapeutic depth as in-person appointments.
What issues do you specialise in?
We specialise in anxiety disorders, depression, chronic stress, relationship challenges, and trauma recovery through evidence-based, personalised therapeutic approaches.
How long are therapy sessions?
Standard sessions last 50-80 minutes, with extended options available for relationship therapy up to 1 hour 45 minutes as needed.
What qualifications do you hold?
Our therapist holds an MA in Integrative Psychotherapy, DipHE in Counselling, and Shiatsu diploma, with accreditation from BACP, Shiatsu Society, and British Psychological Society.
Can I book a single session?
Yes, we offer flexible session structures including single sessions, brief interventions, and long-term therapeutic engagements tailored to individual client needs.
