Pablo Villegas-Mendoza

I’m a fully qualified and experienced psychotherapist based in Chapel Allerton, Leeds, specialising in supporting individuals who are finding it difficult to cope due to past or ongoing trauma. Many of the people I work with have experienced bullying at school, emotional neglect, abuse, or struggle with the challenges of being neurodivergent in a neurotypical world.

I provide a safe, compassionate space for those living with PTSD, complex trauma, anxiety, depression, and issues around attachment and relationships. I’m particularly skilled in helping clients process deep-rooted pain that can stem from childhood experiences, developmental trauma, or adverse life events.

My therapeutic approach is integrative, but I specialise in EMDR therapy (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing)—a powerful, evidence-based method particularly effective for trauma and PTSD. I also bring a strong focus on attachment-based psychotherapy, which helps clients build healthier relationships with themselves and others by working through early relational wounds.

I understand how overwhelming life can feel when past experiences continue to impact your present. Whether you’re struggling with low self-esteem, social anxiety, flashbacks, or simply feeling stuck, I’m here to help you make sense of what you’re going through and move towards healing.

I work from a welcoming and discreet healing centre in Chapel Allerton, Leeds, easily accessible from across the city. I offer both in-person and online therapy sessions, depending on your needs.

If you’re looking for a trauma-informed, empathetic therapist with specialist knowledge of neurodiversity, attachment issues, and EMDR therapy, feel free to get in touch for an initial conversation.

The Rookery is a serene and welcoming psychotherapeutic space nestled in the heart of Chaple Allerton, Leeds. Thoughtfully designed to promote calm and connection, it offers an ideal setting for healing and professional practice. As part of the BodyMind Agency’s vision, The Rookery extends their integrative philosophy to a wider community—supporting therapists, practitioners, and clients alike in a peaceful, restorative environment.

Training and Accreditation

My training includes a foundation in person-centred psychotherapy at Metanoia Institute in London (2012), a PGDip in Integrative psychotherapy and counselling from the University of Leeds (2017) and a couple of semesters in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy at Bolton university(2018). I also trained with Babette Rothschild in somatic trauma therapy (2017) which gave me further tools to support clients with complex PTSD as well as adverse childhood experiences and abuse.

I have been working as a psychotherapist since 2016, including over two years part-time as an NHS IAPT therapist.

I became a Â鶹ԭ´´-accredited psychotherapist in 2018 and an EMDR practitioner in 2020.

In our first therapy session, we’ll take time to get to know each other and explore what brings you to therapy in a supportive, non-judgmental space. I’ll ask some questions to better understand your needs, history, and goals, and you’re welcome to share at your own pace. This initial meeting is also an opportunity for you to get a feel for how I work and decide whether it’s the right fit for you. If we agree to continue, we’ll begin shaping a therapeutic approach that suits your unique circumstances. If not, I’m happy to help you find someone who may be a better match.