Domestic Abuse Counselling in Barnet
I have expertise working with survivors of Narcissistic Abuse, whether that is in romantic, family or workplace relationships.
Hello my name is Nicola, thank you for taking the time to read my profile. In our busy lives it is often difficult to allocate time solely for ourselves, to gift to ourselves the opportunity to explore what may be hurting or limiting us. In essence what may be stopping us from living full and enjoyable lives. Choosing to enter therapy, to allow yourself the time to be listened to and heard without judgement is to choose a powerful and rewarding gift. Working together in a way that is comfortable for you, I offer a safe, compassionate and non judgmental space, that allows you to give yourself the permission to explore your feelings.
I have expertise working with survivors of Narcissistic Abuse, whether that is in romantic, family or workplace relationships.
Hello my name is Nicola, thank you for taking the time to read my profile. In our busy lives it is often difficult to allocate time solely for ourselves, to gift to ourselves the opportunity to explore what may be hurting or limiting us. In essence what may be stopping us from living full and enjoyable lives. Choosing to enter therapy, to allow yourself the time to be listened to and heard without judgement is to choose a powerful and rewarding gift. Working together in a way that is comfortable for you, I offer a safe, compassionate and non judgmental space, that allows you to give yourself the permission to explore your feelings.
I heal complex PTSD from childhood abuse, coercive control, narcissistic abuse, & high-control groups/religions.
You're exhausted but can't sleep - your mind races with past trauma or tomorrow's worries. Sleep apps/AI give generic advice that doesn't work long-term because: 1) Nightmares/flashbacks need trauma processing (not just 'sleep hygiene'), 2) Your nervous system needs co-regulation (not pre-recorded meditations), 3) Complex PTSD requires personalised care (no algorithm understands your story). I help with trauma issues to finally sleep & lead a rich life through caring somatic/humanistic treatment that addresses the root cause, not just symptom pacification. Together, we rebuild your sense of safety so authenticity comes naturally.
I heal complex PTSD from childhood abuse, coercive control, narcissistic abuse, & high-control groups/religions.
You're exhausted but can't sleep - your mind races with past trauma or tomorrow's worries. Sleep apps/AI give generic advice that doesn't work long-term because: 1) Nightmares/flashbacks need trauma processing (not just 'sleep hygiene'), 2) Your nervous system needs co-regulation (not pre-recorded meditations), 3) Complex PTSD requires personalised care (no algorithm understands your story). I help with trauma issues to finally sleep & lead a rich life through caring somatic/humanistic treatment that addresses the root cause, not just symptom pacification. Together, we rebuild your sense of safety so authenticity comes naturally.
I am an integrative Psychotherapist and can help you with your difficulties and needs to live to your full potential. At some point we all find life difficult to navigate. We may be feeling sad, anxious, anguished, stuck, angry or in despair, and this is where therapy can help us.
I am an integrative Psychotherapist and can help you with your difficulties and needs to live to your full potential. At some point we all find life difficult to navigate. We may be feeling sad, anxious, anguished, stuck, angry or in despair, and this is where therapy can help us.
You've identified that you could use some support so you've taken an important first step. If you're experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues or would like to understand how past or present events are impacting you, then I can help. I will welcome whatever you bring with curiosity rather than judgement, and will offer you with a warm and confidential space where we can explore what's troubling you and together, develop the tools to help you move forward. My aim is to support and empower you!
You've identified that you could use some support so you've taken an important first step. If you're experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues or would like to understand how past or present events are impacting you, then I can help. I will welcome whatever you bring with curiosity rather than judgement, and will offer you with a warm and confidential space where we can explore what's troubling you and together, develop the tools to help you move forward. My aim is to support and empower you!
I am an Integrative therapist registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I provide emotional support for Children, Young People and Parents. My approach with children is play based and creative therapy. My work with parents is taken from a relational approach helping parents to learn about their attachment styles building on their understanding of their child's development and improving relationships. My support helps children understand their feelings, improving confidence, self esteem, anxiety, behaviours, and emotional wellbeing.
I am an Integrative therapist registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I provide emotional support for Children, Young People and Parents. My approach with children is play based and creative therapy. My work with parents is taken from a relational approach helping parents to learn about their attachment styles building on their understanding of their child's development and improving relationships. My support helps children understand their feelings, improving confidence, self esteem, anxiety, behaviours, and emotional wellbeing.
You may appear to be coping on the outside while privately struggling with anxiety, self-doubt, relationship difficulties, emotional overwhelm, or a sense that something no longer feels right.
I work with individuals and couples to explore the experiences, relationships, and patterns that may be shaping your difficulties.
My approach is relational and integrative. I am a warm therapist, and I am also a direct one. I believe therapy works best when there is space for honesty, challenge, and human connection.
Alongside psychotherapy, I offer EMDR therapy for trauma and distressing experiences that continue to affect the present.
You may appear to be coping on the outside while privately struggling with anxiety, self-doubt, relationship difficulties, emotional overwhelm, or a sense that something no longer feels right.
I work with individuals and couples to explore the experiences, relationships, and patterns that may be shaping your difficulties.
My approach is relational and integrative. I am a warm therapist, and I am also a direct one. I believe therapy works best when there is space for honesty, challenge, and human connection.
Alongside psychotherapy, I offer EMDR therapy for trauma and distressing experiences that continue to affect the present.
Sometimes we lose our way a little in life. Perhaps there are aspects in your life that are causing you anxiety, distress, or preventing you from moving forward? In a world full of uncertainty we can often feel overwhelmed, fearful and unsure where to move next. Redundancy, illness, relationship issues, depression and anxiety can often leave us feeling unsafe and lost, and sometimes we just need a helping hand in working through these emotions and patterns in order to start to make sense of the world and ourselves again.
Sometimes we lose our way a little in life. Perhaps there are aspects in your life that are causing you anxiety, distress, or preventing you from moving forward? In a world full of uncertainty we can often feel overwhelmed, fearful and unsure where to move next. Redundancy, illness, relationship issues, depression and anxiety can often leave us feeling unsafe and lost, and sometimes we just need a helping hand in working through these emotions and patterns in order to start to make sense of the world and ourselves again.
Feeling anxious, low, or stuck in your relationship?
I can help. I work with individuals and couples, supporting people with anxiety, depression, work burnout, low self-confidence, trauma recovery, grief, and relationship stress.
Together, we’ll explore what’s happening in your life and work toward meaningful change using evidence-based approaches. I aim to help you feel better from the very first session.
Feeling anxious, low, or stuck in your relationship?
I can help. I work with individuals and couples, supporting people with anxiety, depression, work burnout, low self-confidence, trauma recovery, grief, and relationship stress.
Together, we’ll explore what’s happening in your life and work toward meaningful change using evidence-based approaches. I aim to help you feel better from the very first session.
I am an integrative, trauma informed therapist working with anxiety, depression, ADHD, Autism, AuDHD, OCD, family and relationship issues, divorce, chronic illness, health anxiety, bereavement, addiction, disordered eating, sexual trauma, narcissistic abuse, domestic abuse, Women's health including menopause, perinatal issues and infertility, as well as Men's health and forensic issues.
I aim to support processing and repair of trauma or your difficulties by building enough trust to help uncover more fulfilling ways of living and alleviate aloneness in facing these. I may work with repressed aspects of your emotional and physical worlds, also exploring the relationship between difficulties today and those in your past.
I am an integrative, trauma informed therapist working with anxiety, depression, ADHD, Autism, AuDHD, OCD, family and relationship issues, divorce, chronic illness, health anxiety, bereavement, addiction, disordered eating, sexual trauma, narcissistic abuse, domestic abuse, Women's health including menopause, perinatal issues and infertility, as well as Men's health and forensic issues.
I aim to support processing and repair of trauma or your difficulties by building enough trust to help uncover more fulfilling ways of living and alleviate aloneness in facing these. I may work with repressed aspects of your emotional and physical worlds, also exploring the relationship between difficulties today and those in your past.
Much of my work centres on the quiet ways people lose contact with themselves.
Over twenty years of practice, I’ve seen the same pattern again and again: people who were once alive to their own desires and possibilities grow quieter and more guarded because something happened along the way. Not broken. Just contracted.
I care not only about what caused that contraction, but what it feels like to live inside it. We work with mind and embodied experience — thought and feeling together — gently reconnecting them when they’ve come apart, so new possibilities can begin to come into view.
I bring in literature, image, metaphor, and the
Much of my work centres on the quiet ways people lose contact with themselves.
Over twenty years of practice, I’ve seen the same pattern again and again: people who were once alive to their own desires and possibilities grow quieter and more guarded because something happened along the way. Not broken. Just contracted.
I care not only about what caused that contraction, but what it feels like to live inside it. We work with mind and embodied experience — thought and feeling together — gently reconnecting them when they’ve come apart, so new possibilities can begin to come into view.
I bring in literature, image, metaphor, and the
My specialist area for treatment is PTSD Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and Complex PTSD (C-PTSD) including childhood abuse, adverse childhood events, sexual abuse and singular traumatic incidents.
Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, emotionally stuck, or affected by past trauma?
Many people seek therapy because they feel exhausted by anxiety, overthinking, panic, low mood, or the lasting impact of difficult life experiences. You may appear to be coping on the outside while internally feeling overwhelmed, emotionally drained, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you.
I am a BABCP Accredited CBT Therapist and EMDR Accredited Practitioner providing evidence based therapy in a warm, supportive and non judgmental environment where you can feel heard, understood, and supported.
My specialist area for treatment is PTSD Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and Complex PTSD (C-PTSD) including childhood abuse, adverse childhood events, sexual abuse and singular traumatic incidents.
Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, emotionally stuck, or affected by past trauma?
Many people seek therapy because they feel exhausted by anxiety, overthinking, panic, low mood, or the lasting impact of difficult life experiences. You may appear to be coping on the outside while internally feeling overwhelmed, emotionally drained, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you.
I am a BABCP Accredited CBT Therapist and EMDR Accredited Practitioner providing evidence based therapy in a warm, supportive and non judgmental environment where you can feel heard, understood, and supported.
It may feel daunting trying to find the right therapist, who really understands you, but as the ancient Chinese philosopher, Lao Tazu, said: “the journey of a thousand miles begins with one step”.
Welcome.
Perhaps you feel this is the right time to invest in your own wellbeing.
You might be here because you're feeling stuck in the same patterns.
Because your romantic relationship feels confusing or painful.
Because parenting feels overwhelming — or you're struggling to hold everything together.
Because you're feeling anxious, low, disconnected, or simply not yourself.
It may feel daunting trying to find the right therapist, who really understands you, but as the ancient Chinese philosopher, Lao Tazu, said: “the journey of a thousand miles begins with one step”.
Welcome.
Perhaps you feel this is the right time to invest in your own wellbeing.
You might be here because you're feeling stuck in the same patterns.
Because your romantic relationship feels confusing or painful.
Because parenting feels overwhelming — or you're struggling to hold everything together.
Because you're feeling anxious, low, disconnected, or simply not yourself.
I am a psychoanalytic psychotherapist with 30 years experience of working with a variety of issues. I am also a supervisor and trainer of counsellors and therapists. You are welcome to visit my website to find out more about me and you can email me
I am a psychoanalytic psychotherapist with 30 years experience of working with a variety of issues. I am also a supervisor and trainer of counsellors and therapists. You are welcome to visit my website to find out more about me and you can email me
I offer a professional, warm and confidential counselling service to help people resolve their issues, enabling them to live a healthier and satisfying life without anxiety. I have experience working with adults who are experiencing anxiety/depression, work-related stress, low self -esteem/confidence, social anxiety, relationship difficulties including divorce and separation, grief with loss/bereavement and trauma. (Please call for a brief chat to see if I am the right counsellor for you.
I offer a professional, warm and confidential counselling service to help people resolve their issues, enabling them to live a healthier and satisfying life without anxiety. I have experience working with adults who are experiencing anxiety/depression, work-related stress, low self -esteem/confidence, social anxiety, relationship difficulties including divorce and separation, grief with loss/bereavement and trauma. (Please call for a brief chat to see if I am the right counsellor for you.
My area of interests are personal and cultural identity challenges and concerns, spirituality, trauma and life transition (new job, moving in or out of a relationship, new parent etc.) I work with Individuals, couples and families who are willing to challenge themselves towards becoming their best selves.
My area of interests are personal and cultural identity challenges and concerns, spirituality, trauma and life transition (new job, moving in or out of a relationship, new parent etc.) I work with Individuals, couples and families who are willing to challenge themselves towards becoming their best selves.
Less overthinking. Greater confidence. A different relationship with anxiety.
Living with high-functioning anxiety can be challenging, especially when few people realise how much we're carrying. From the outside, we may seem like we're coping. We keep going, meet expectations and hold everything together. But inside, our minds rarely switch off. We might overthink, second-guess decisions, worry about getting things wrong or feel responsible for everyone else. I'm an integrative psychotherapist working in Angel, London, and online with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, nervous system dysregulation and the impact of trauma.
Less overthinking. Greater confidence. A different relationship with anxiety.
Living with high-functioning anxiety can be challenging, especially when few people realise how much we're carrying. From the outside, we may seem like we're coping. We keep going, meet expectations and hold everything together. But inside, our minds rarely switch off. We might overthink, second-guess decisions, worry about getting things wrong or feel responsible for everyone else. I'm an integrative psychotherapist working in Angel, London, and online with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, nervous system dysregulation and the impact of trauma.
As an Integrative therapist, I employ the Psychodynamic and Humanistic modalities to create a dynamic approach that delves into both your past and present experiences. This integration of therapeutic models serves as a powerful catalyst for your personal growth, enabling a profound exploration of your sense of self. Emphasizing a non-judgmental space, I provide you the freedom to authentically unravel your true self, unencumbered by masks, expectations, or defenses. Listening without judgment is paramount in this therapeutic journey, fostering an environment where you can voice your truth. In the words of Rumi, "The cure for pain i
As an Integrative therapist, I employ the Psychodynamic and Humanistic modalities to create a dynamic approach that delves into both your past and present experiences. This integration of therapeutic models serves as a powerful catalyst for your personal growth, enabling a profound exploration of your sense of self. Emphasizing a non-judgmental space, I provide you the freedom to authentically unravel your true self, unencumbered by masks, expectations, or defenses. Listening without judgment is paramount in this therapeutic journey, fostering an environment where you can voice your truth. In the words of Rumi, "The cure for pain i
Here to help with:
• CBT Therapy for Anxiety & Depression
• Couples Counselling /
Relationship Therapy
• Trauma Therapy / PTSD Therapy
• Bereavement Counselling / Grief Therapy
Here to help with:
• CBT Therapy for Anxiety & Depression
• Couples Counselling /
Relationship Therapy
• Trauma Therapy / PTSD Therapy
• Bereavement Counselling / Grief Therapy
There may be a host of reasons why you are considering counselling at the moment. Perhaps you are feeling anxious, depressed or having difficulty processing past experiences? Maybe you have realised that you keep repeating the same self-defeating patterns and getting the same negative outcomes? Or perhaps you want to build your self-confidence and find the power to change and be the person you want to be...? Life can can feel overwhelming and challenging but you have the ability to make profound and lasting changes, and I would love to help you.
There may be a host of reasons why you are considering counselling at the moment. Perhaps you are feeling anxious, depressed or having difficulty processing past experiences? Maybe you have realised that you keep repeating the same self-defeating patterns and getting the same negative outcomes? Or perhaps you want to build your self-confidence and find the power to change and be the person you want to be...? Life can can feel overwhelming and challenging but you have the ability to make profound and lasting changes, and I would love to help you.
Dealing with difficult emotions can feel overwhelming and scary. Are you feeling anxious or stressed, or feel like you are trapped in a situation that you see no way out from? Whether it's your relationships, feelings about yourself or the world around you, seeking counselling can be the first steps to empowering yourself to make positive changes in your life. With the world feeling so precarious right now, and our lives being turned upside down, it can feel like the control you once had has now been taken away. Traumatic, upsetting experiences can all lead to adverse mental health.
Dealing with difficult emotions can feel overwhelming and scary. Are you feeling anxious or stressed, or feel like you are trapped in a situation that you see no way out from? Whether it's your relationships, feelings about yourself or the world around you, seeking counselling can be the first steps to empowering yourself to make positive changes in your life. With the world feeling so precarious right now, and our lives being turned upside down, it can feel like the control you once had has now been taken away. Traumatic, upsetting experiences can all lead to adverse mental health.
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What are the most effective ways to recover from domestic abuse?
Leaving an abusive relationship requires tremendous courage, so survivors in treatment should recognise that they have already completed the most important step. Still, the trauma of physical or emotional abuse can be difficult to process and overcome. Therapy can help survivors process trauma, grief, and difficult emotions, treat relevant mental health symptoms, and create a new framework for boundaries and relationships in the future. For some, support groups can also be an invaluable outlet for healing.
When should an individual seek help for domestic abuse?
Victims of intimate partner violence should seek help immediately. It can take substantial time, planning, energy, and courage to leave an abusive relationship, but starting the process—by seeking therapy, calling the domestic violence hotline, or simply confiding in a loved one—will help them get there. Those who have left abusive relationships but haven’t sought treatment can also greatly benefit from therapy to process and heal from the experience.
What are the consequences of staying in an abusive relationship?
Remaining in an abusive relationship has serious repercussions. In addition to the ongoing threat of physical danger and emotional abuse, research shows that intimate partner violence is associated with a range of mental health disorders including depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and substance abuse. Therefore it’s important for individuals in an abusive relationship to seek help as soon as possible.
How can you get domestic abuse treatment for someone else?
It can be very complicated to identify and leave an abusive relationship; barriers include the threat of violence, financial instability, and family pressures. Those concerned about a loved one in an abusive relationship should talk to them about the situation, provide them with resources such as the domestic violence hotline, and introduce the idea of seeing a therapist due to their concern for the person’s safety and well-being.