Natalie Alleston

Natalie is a former professional dancer with nearly a decade's worth of experience working with world-renowned choreographers. She has performed in the UK, Germany, France, Spain, Switzerland and China.

Natalie now works in the field of psychology specialising in embodied and nervous system-based therapeutic practices. She offers a unique body psychology approach for adults suffering the impacts of trauma, chronic stress/pain, emotional dysregulation and much more, allowing people to release the bounds of the past so they can fully experience the present.

Natalie's passionate and playful approach helps her to use her vast understanding of psychology to support young people and their families to gain psychological insights and guidance to navigate mental health challenges.

Natalie also combines her two loves, psychology and high-performance, by working with high-performers in professional dance companies, in corporate businesses and with athletes at all stages of their careers. She uses psychology to support the well-being of the human behind their high performing identity, bringing them closer to their passions and empowering them to forge a life on their terms.

All of Natalie's services are brought to life through Light of Mind, a therapeutic organisation of passionate practitioners dedicated to offering a new paradigm of creative and holistic mental health services.

Credentials

Natalie is a:

Graduate psychologist with the British Psychological Society
TRE (Tension & Trauma Releasing Exercises) accredited provider
Professional dance artist with a decade's worth of performing experience
Mentor/psychological coach (young people age 13-30) in professional training programmes and for individuals striving in high-performing careers
Development Lead for Mantality, a counselling and coaching service revolutionizing how men approach their mental health
Dance and movement teacher at leading institutions, such as Northern Ballet and Phoenix Dance Theatre.
Art practitioner using movement and dance to improve peoples ability to connect to their wellbeing

Testimonials

I came across Natalie giving a talk on a subject that resonated with me and despite not seeking talking therapy, I did so. I was unsure of the process and had no expectations but discovered this whole world that has really given me tools to deal with life in a more positive way. I don't think I could have gone on this journey with another therapist as Natalie's warmth and competence allowed me to be authentic and guided me through some significant life events. I cannot recommend Natalie enough and am very grateful for her help.

1-1 Client

I owe a lot to Natalie in both my work and personal life. The confidence and ownership I have in my own skills and abilities as a person and as a dancer, can be largely contributed to her work as a mentor whilst at Phoenix Dance Theatre. The support she provided allowed me to feel safe in this new work environment and provided the space for me to question, develop and be curious. The level of respect I was given by Natalie, made my experience far more enjoyable and I felt I was able to work to my full potential.

Dance/Circus Artist (22 years old)

I am extremely grateful to have had Natalie as a mentor over the past few years, with her nurturing and supportive nature she has offered new perspectives and insights into my approach to life. Through her guidance, I have been able to grow in unimaginable ways that have helped me progress in my career, relationships and ongoing journey of self discovery. Natalie’s passion to help and support those around her cultivates an environment where you feel safe to share and explore new ideas to bring about your best self.

Female professional dance teacher, choreographer and performer