Honouring the wisdom beneath words
All therapists rely, to some degree, on what’s often called clinical intuition: an informed, embodied awareness that guides us toward what feels most meaningful in the therapeutic process. Over years of training and practice, I’ve intentionally developed this capacity, learning to recognize and work with the subtle cues that arise in and between us during sessions.
This is essentially an evidence-informed process of attunement paired with curiosity that can often support greater depth in our work together. This simply means paying close attention to emotional, physical, and relational cues, many of which are non-verbal and happen outside of our conscious awareness. Research shows that a significant amount of emotional communication happens in these subtle ways, and noticing them can help us understand what’s happening beneath the surface.
We have often heard that much of our inner life, perhaps as much as 90–95%, unfolds beneath conscious awareness. Intuitive therapy allows us to work gently with this unconscious material, following what emerges naturally rather than forcing insight or change. When we feel safe enough to release control, meaningful transformation often unfolds in ways that logic alone can’t produce.
This approach can be particularly helpful for people navigating eating disorders or body-related struggles, where opening up can feel vulnerable or there may be a natural resistance to change. Intuitive work allows the process to unfold at a pace that feels digestible and safe, rather than overwhelming. It can also allow us to follow a direction or thread of exploration that may not be obvious, yet can offer surprising relief or positive shifts. The change that happens through this kind of work is typically not quick or linear, but I have found it to be more integrated and lasting over time.
When supporting highly sensitive women, intuition plays a similarly central role: sensitivity often means you are reading subtle cues, tone shifts, and emotional textures in every interaction. If your therapist is not attuned in the same way, much of your inner world can go unseen. I use intuition as a clinical tool to sense what is happening beneath the surface, to track emotion, energy, and unspoken experience. I aim to provide a space where you feel met, understood, and held with congruence. This creates an environment where your own intuition can strengthen and where sensitivity becomes a source of clarity rather than overwhelm.
Similarly, highly sensitive teen girls often read a room instantly. When their therapist is also attuned in this way, they can relax, feeling less need to withdraw. Intuitive therapy helps them feel met where they actually are, which allows the work to unfold in a way that honours their unique pace and needs.
This approach blends traditional therapeutic modalities with intuitive awareness to create a holistic experience, one that honours both mind and body, the seen and unseen aspects of healing.
Sometimes, our work may touch on areas that extend beyond my professional scope of practice. In those cases, I collaborate or refer to other qualified practitioners to ensure that each client receives the most grounded and comprehensive support.
