Trauma Focused Counselling in Buckhurst Hill

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S Pettitt Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
I offer a warm, steady space for adults who are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, burnt out, or weighed down by low mood. These feelings often make sense in the context of current stress, but they can also be rooted in earlier experiences. When early life was unpredictable or unsafe, it can leave lasting impressions that show up in adulthood as anxiety, people‑pleasing, self‑criticism, difficulty setting boundaries, or a sense of being “too much” or “not enough”. These early or later experiences can also lead to PTSD‑related symptoms such as feeling on edge, easily triggered, or struggling with intrusive memories.
I offer a warm, steady space for adults who are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, burnt out, or weighed down by low mood. These feelings often make sense in the context of current stress, but they can also be rooted in earlier experiences. When early life was unpredictable or unsafe, it can leave lasting impressions that show up in adulthood as anxiety, people‑pleasing, self‑criticism, difficulty setting boundaries, or a sense of being “too much” or “not enough”. These early or later experiences can also lead to PTSD‑related symptoms such as feeling on edge, easily triggered, or struggling with intrusive memories.
020 3376 6198 View 020 3376 6198
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Bernadette Rose
Counsellor, BACP
1 Endorsed
Hello, my name is Bernadette and I’m a trauma informed integrative therapist. I know that it’s sometimes difficult to reach out for help. Counselling is a way to explore things which can be painful or difficult to share and this can help ease their impact and build new understanding and possibilities. My practice is warm and non-judgemental and your trust and sense of safety will be at the heart of our work together, as you better understand recurring behaviours, thoughts and feelings or deal with the challenges that life has thrown at you. I create a space where people feel seen, heard and validated.
Hello, my name is Bernadette and I’m a trauma informed integrative therapist. I know that it’s sometimes difficult to reach out for help. Counselling is a way to explore things which can be painful or difficult to share and this can help ease their impact and build new understanding and possibilities. My practice is warm and non-judgemental and your trust and sense of safety will be at the heart of our work together, as you better understand recurring behaviours, thoughts and feelings or deal with the challenges that life has thrown at you. I create a space where people feel seen, heard and validated.
020 3835 2853 View 020 3835 2853
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Dr Hannah Whitehead
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
I specialise in working with children, young people and young adults experiencing anxiety and/or trauma. I support parents and carers alongside work with their child. I work creatively and playfully when appropriate and if welcomed. I feel it is important to get to know each person as a unique individual and build on their strengths in our work together. I work integratively, drawing upon several therapeutic models including CBT and EMDR, depending on what feels appropriate. My team can also offer support with needs including long-term health conditions (diabetes, CFS/ME, asthma), psychosis, self-esteem and anxiety (see my website).
I specialise in working with children, young people and young adults experiencing anxiety and/or trauma. I support parents and carers alongside work with their child. I work creatively and playfully when appropriate and if welcomed. I feel it is important to get to know each person as a unique individual and build on their strengths in our work together. I work integratively, drawing upon several therapeutic models including CBT and EMDR, depending on what feels appropriate. My team can also offer support with needs including long-term health conditions (diabetes, CFS/ME, asthma), psychosis, self-esteem and anxiety (see my website).
020 3835 4012 View 020 3835 4012
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Bola Osundun
Counsellor, MBACP
Many people I work with feel overwhelmed, anxious, or emotionally stuck, often carrying experiences that are difficult to talk about or fully process alone. This may include trauma, family expectations, cultural pressures, relationship difficulties, couple conflict, loss, or long-term emotional stress that affects wellbeing and daily life. I am a BACP-registered trauma-informed counsellor offering a safe, respectful, and non-judgemental space where you can explore your thoughts and experiences at your own pace. My approach is collaborative, and I aim to support you in making sense of your experiences and finding greater emotional
Many people I work with feel overwhelmed, anxious, or emotionally stuck, often carrying experiences that are difficult to talk about or fully process alone. This may include trauma, family expectations, cultural pressures, relationship difficulties, couple conflict, loss, or long-term emotional stress that affects wellbeing and daily life. I am a BACP-registered trauma-informed counsellor offering a safe, respectful, and non-judgemental space where you can explore your thoughts and experiences at your own pace. My approach is collaborative, and I aim to support you in making sense of your experiences and finding greater emotional
020 4652 1085 View 020 4652 1085
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Penny Tierney
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
I tend to work with women to reduce anxiety symptoms, burnout, and perfectionism. Symptoms can look /feel like you can't rest, it's never enough, overthinking, unwanted thoughts, sleep issues, panic attacks, nervousness, feeling out of control, tearful or fearful. I can help you understand why this is happening and support you in reducing these symptoms. Book a free 20-minute call or message me.
I tend to work with women to reduce anxiety symptoms, burnout, and perfectionism. Symptoms can look /feel like you can't rest, it's never enough, overthinking, unwanted thoughts, sleep issues, panic attacks, nervousness, feeling out of control, tearful or fearful. I can help you understand why this is happening and support you in reducing these symptoms. Book a free 20-minute call or message me.
020 3962 1394 View 020 3962 1394
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NOW Therapy | Angela DePastino
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Serves Area
NOW Therapy is a contemporary & dynamic therapeutic service which sees you as an equal - a HUMAN being who's figuring life out in a messy, complicated world - not as someone who's broken and needs fixing. Whatever's going on for you, NOW Therapy can work with you. ​There's no time like NOW! Contact via Email or WhatsApp today.
NOW Therapy is a contemporary & dynamic therapeutic service which sees you as an equal - a HUMAN being who's figuring life out in a messy, complicated world - not as someone who's broken and needs fixing. Whatever's going on for you, NOW Therapy can work with you. ​There's no time like NOW! Contact via Email or WhatsApp today.
020 4538 5734 View 020 4538 5734
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Dr Shireen Sultana
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Serves Area
I offer trauma-focused, evidence-based therapy tailored to your needs.
You may be living with the effects of trauma, anxiety, or long-standing emotional distress, alongside feeling overwhelmed or misunderstood due to ADHD or autistic traits. Past experiences may have involved masking, burnout, or invalidation, leaving you feeling exhausted or unsure of yourself. You might be a busy individual with limited time or feel that weekly therapy hasn’t worked for you. I offer neuroaffirming therapy alongside EMDR intensive therapy to help you process difficult experiences, reduce distress, and gain clarity, supporting you to move forward with greater self-understanding, stability, and confidence.
I offer trauma-focused, evidence-based therapy tailored to your needs.
You may be living with the effects of trauma, anxiety, or long-standing emotional distress, alongside feeling overwhelmed or misunderstood due to ADHD or autistic traits. Past experiences may have involved masking, burnout, or invalidation, leaving you feeling exhausted or unsure of yourself. You might be a busy individual with limited time or feel that weekly therapy hasn’t worked for you. I offer neuroaffirming therapy alongside EMDR intensive therapy to help you process difficult experiences, reduce distress, and gain clarity, supporting you to move forward with greater self-understanding, stability, and confidence.
07588 683393 View 07588 683393
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Tendringtherapy.com
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am an integrative psychotherapist With qualifications in psycho dynamic, psychoanalytic counselling. C.B.T E.M.D.R ACT and a senior qualified accredited hypnotherapist . My practice is in Clacton on Sea i offer evening and afternoon appointments on Mon and Tues i also offer a full range of remote online appointments
I am an integrative psychotherapist With qualifications in psycho dynamic, psychoanalytic counselling. C.B.T E.M.D.R ACT and a senior qualified accredited hypnotherapist . My practice is in Clacton on Sea i offer evening and afternoon appointments on Mon and Tues i also offer a full range of remote online appointments
020 3879 4781 View 020 3879 4781
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Dr Brittni Jones
Psychologist, CPsychol
Serves Area
I am an HCPC Registered and Chartered Psychologist, Doctor of Clinical Psychology, and therapist with over 10 years experience in mental health services. With previous NHS experience in a specialist hospital for adults with personality disorders, as well as at Great Ormond Street Hospital and psychotherapy services for adolescents and adults with mental and physical health conditions, I have the knowledge and professional experience to help with a wide variety of difficulties. I offer specialist assessments and therapy for children, adolescents, and adults.
I am an HCPC Registered and Chartered Psychologist, Doctor of Clinical Psychology, and therapist with over 10 years experience in mental health services. With previous NHS experience in a specialist hospital for adults with personality disorders, as well as at Great Ormond Street Hospital and psychotherapy services for adolescents and adults with mental and physical health conditions, I have the knowledge and professional experience to help with a wide variety of difficulties. I offer specialist assessments and therapy for children, adolescents, and adults.
020 3872 2631 View 020 3872 2631
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Dr Jasbir Dhillon
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
I specialise in trauma-focused and diversity tailored psychological input.
I'm Jas, a senior clinical psychologist experienced in working with adults, children, adolescents, families, and organisations. I work with people from diverse walks of life, all of whom are looking to improve how they feel and live. My clients require trauma-informed and person-centred support, or someone experienced in working with the nuances that come with cultural diversity and neurodivergence (e.g. ADHD, ASD, ID). I offer a compassionate space that moves at your pace, to help you towards meaningful change. I offer online and in person therapy (in the North East London area).
I specialise in trauma-focused and diversity tailored psychological input.
I'm Jas, a senior clinical psychologist experienced in working with adults, children, adolescents, families, and organisations. I work with people from diverse walks of life, all of whom are looking to improve how they feel and live. My clients require trauma-informed and person-centred support, or someone experienced in working with the nuances that come with cultural diversity and neurodivergence (e.g. ADHD, ASD, ID). I offer a compassionate space that moves at your pace, to help you towards meaningful change. I offer online and in person therapy (in the North East London area).
020 3835 2859 View 020 3835 2859

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Adriana Czyzewska
Counsellor, MBACP
London W1F
Hello, Do you feel anxious, low or overwhelmed? You may not be sure what you need, only that something no longer fits, a relationship, an old pattern, or a way of being. Perhaps you’ve been coping on your own, and it’s been hard. I offer a collaborative space grounded in care and curiosity, where we can explore whatever feels most important, at your pace. My work is rooted in psychosynthesis, a holistic, integrative approach and relational therapy. I am mostly influenced by process-oriented, trauma-informed and somatic approaches.
Hello, Do you feel anxious, low or overwhelmed? You may not be sure what you need, only that something no longer fits, a relationship, an old pattern, or a way of being. Perhaps you’ve been coping on your own, and it’s been hard. I offer a collaborative space grounded in care and curiosity, where we can explore whatever feels most important, at your pace. My work is rooted in psychosynthesis, a holistic, integrative approach and relational therapy. I am mostly influenced by process-oriented, trauma-informed and somatic approaches.
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Ajay Lamba
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Online Only
Ajay Lamba has delivered psychotherapy in NHS hospitals and private practice, which has provided a wealth of experience with people from diverse backgrounds and all age groups. His academic and work career has been focused on helping people achieve their goals of recovery by relieving symptoms of depression and anxiety, from mild to severe psychological difficulties.
Ajay Lamba has delivered psychotherapy in NHS hospitals and private practice, which has provided a wealth of experience with people from diverse backgrounds and all age groups. His academic and work career has been focused on helping people achieve their goals of recovery by relieving symptoms of depression and anxiety, from mild to severe psychological difficulties.
023 9200 3294 View 023 9200 3294
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Max Gillespie
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
London EC1R
I offer a soulful approach to therapy grounded in the latest psychological theory. ​Often, it may seem that much of modern psychological therapy merely ruffles and reorganises the surface of the things that trouble us, seeing people who are experiencing psychological suffering as complex machines to which we can apply a set psychological theories. In contrast, after 20years of working as a psychological therapist, I believe it's more appropriate to approach clients as 'souls' in need of hearing, healing, connection, meaning, and renewal. ​
I offer a soulful approach to therapy grounded in the latest psychological theory. ​Often, it may seem that much of modern psychological therapy merely ruffles and reorganises the surface of the things that trouble us, seeing people who are experiencing psychological suffering as complex machines to which we can apply a set psychological theories. In contrast, after 20years of working as a psychological therapist, I believe it's more appropriate to approach clients as 'souls' in need of hearing, healing, connection, meaning, and renewal. ​
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Sonya Black
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Serves Area
I am an accredited Psychotherapist, CBT, & Coach (trauma-informed) with more than 20 years’ experience. I specialise in high stakes life transitions including relationship breakdown and divorce alongside trauma, anxiety, depression, and helping clients understand the complexity of what is happening in their mind and body so you can respond with clarity instead of overwhelm. I combine evidence-based CBT, Compassion Focused Therapy, EMDR and Mindfulness to translate insight into action, supporting people to rebuild confidence, strengthen relationships, and move towards a life that is truly aligned with who you are and is fulfilling.
I am an accredited Psychotherapist, CBT, & Coach (trauma-informed) with more than 20 years’ experience. I specialise in high stakes life transitions including relationship breakdown and divorce alongside trauma, anxiety, depression, and helping clients understand the complexity of what is happening in their mind and body so you can respond with clarity instead of overwhelm. I combine evidence-based CBT, Compassion Focused Therapy, EMDR and Mindfulness to translate insight into action, supporting people to rebuild confidence, strengthen relationships, and move towards a life that is truly aligned with who you are and is fulfilling.
01732 928093 View 01732 928093
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SB Psychological Therapies
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Online Only
Are you waking up feeling deep darkness, trapped by worries or overwhelmed from relationship dynamics. Together we step into courageous vulnerability, seeking active meaningful change! I emulate the trustworthiness & efficacy of the NHS & evidenced therapies, without restrictions. Therapy is: empowering & enabling you to become your own therapist. I create a safe, authentic & non-judgmental space to explore your agenda, at your pace. Typically, we meet for 50 minute appointments & for 12-20+ sessions. I maintain Continuing Professional Development, Ethical Competence & Supervision from experts in the field evidenced by the BABCP.
Are you waking up feeling deep darkness, trapped by worries or overwhelmed from relationship dynamics. Together we step into courageous vulnerability, seeking active meaningful change! I emulate the trustworthiness & efficacy of the NHS & evidenced therapies, without restrictions. Therapy is: empowering & enabling you to become your own therapist. I create a safe, authentic & non-judgmental space to explore your agenda, at your pace. Typically, we meet for 50 minute appointments & for 12-20+ sessions. I maintain Continuing Professional Development, Ethical Competence & Supervision from experts in the field evidenced by the BABCP.
0118 230 5544 View 0118 230 5544
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Dr Matthew Perkins
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from the life you want to lead? I’m Dr Matthew Perkins, a Clinical Psychologist offering 1:1 therapy to individuals seeking meaningful, lasting change. With over a decade of experience in the NHS, I currently serve as both a Consultant Clinical Psychologist and an Associate Clinical Director in Adult NHS Mental Health Services, alongside my private practice and expert witness work. I bring a depth of clinical expertise and a compassionate, values-based approach to therapy.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from the life you want to lead? I’m Dr Matthew Perkins, a Clinical Psychologist offering 1:1 therapy to individuals seeking meaningful, lasting change. With over a decade of experience in the NHS, I currently serve as both a Consultant Clinical Psychologist and an Associate Clinical Director in Adult NHS Mental Health Services, alongside my private practice and expert witness work. I bring a depth of clinical expertise and a compassionate, values-based approach to therapy.
01392 321771 View 01392 321771
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Stella Jean Compton Dickinson
Psychotherapist, PhD, MBACP
London SE1
Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT) is GP recommended for relationship challenges. I have effectively treated people of all ages suffering with anxiety, depression, bereavement, eating disorders, self-harm and relationship problems. I specialise in mentoring young people towards achieving their goals. I work with performing artists, professionals in sport, law, science, finance, healthcare and high-stress media occupations. I am an ACAT accredited, UKCP, BACP psychotherapist registered with the professional standards authority, providing CAT, CBT integrative and longer-term counselling from two lovely clinic venues and online.
Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT) is GP recommended for relationship challenges. I have effectively treated people of all ages suffering with anxiety, depression, bereavement, eating disorders, self-harm and relationship problems. I specialise in mentoring young people towards achieving their goals. I work with performing artists, professionals in sport, law, science, finance, healthcare and high-stress media occupations. I am an ACAT accredited, UKCP, BACP psychotherapist registered with the professional standards authority, providing CAT, CBT integrative and longer-term counselling from two lovely clinic venues and online.
020 3962 1809 View 020 3962 1809
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Marie Sewell
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Are you genuinely curious about exploring your inner self and discovering more about your thoughts, emotions, and behaviour's. You may be facing challenges related to mental health, life transitions, or relationships. Do you want a safe and supportive environment to unpack these issues. I can offer guidance in navigating personal struggles, gaining a deeper self-awareness, and developing coping strategies tailored to your unique experiences. Supporting personal growth, and improving your emotional resilience, and health.
Are you genuinely curious about exploring your inner self and discovering more about your thoughts, emotions, and behaviour's. You may be facing challenges related to mental health, life transitions, or relationships. Do you want a safe and supportive environment to unpack these issues. I can offer guidance in navigating personal struggles, gaining a deeper self-awareness, and developing coping strategies tailored to your unique experiences. Supporting personal growth, and improving your emotional resilience, and health.
01376 319176 View 01376 319176
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isabella lopez-smith
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
London E2
I have particular experience supporting those who have experienced interpersonal adversity and trauma, including abuse, neglect and multiple, cumulative, and complex traumas, as well as those who experience psychosis, dissociation, derealisation, and depersonalisation. My practice is grounded in an anti-oppressive perspective that recognises how social, cultural, and structural forces shape experience and access to care. Many of the people I work with are from neurodivergent and LGBTQ+ communities.
I have particular experience supporting those who have experienced interpersonal adversity and trauma, including abuse, neglect and multiple, cumulative, and complex traumas, as well as those who experience psychosis, dissociation, derealisation, and depersonalisation. My practice is grounded in an anti-oppressive perspective that recognises how social, cultural, and structural forces shape experience and access to care. Many of the people I work with are from neurodivergent and LGBTQ+ communities.
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Jacqueline Mitchell
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
London E1
I see the whole person not just the client. I am a qualified Counsellor with 25+ years experience as a body worker/ clinical massage therapist, valuing our interconnectedness of physical and mental health. Are you feeling stuck, isolated or lost? Struggling with anxiety, depression, grief , pain, health / work or relationship issues or any challenges in life? Feeling overwhelmed, disconnected , stressed and unseen caught on a emotional roller coaster? I wish to support you in a genuine caring compassionate way to find understanding, direction, meaning and fulfilment in life again. You are not alone. Let me know how can I help you?
I see the whole person not just the client. I am a qualified Counsellor with 25+ years experience as a body worker/ clinical massage therapist, valuing our interconnectedness of physical and mental health. Are you feeling stuck, isolated or lost? Struggling with anxiety, depression, grief , pain, health / work or relationship issues or any challenges in life? Feeling overwhelmed, disconnected , stressed and unseen caught on a emotional roller coaster? I wish to support you in a genuine caring compassionate way to find understanding, direction, meaning and fulfilment in life again. You are not alone. Let me know how can I help you?
020 3835 3946 View 020 3835 3946