Trauma and PTSD Counselling in Buxton
My focus is very much on the client's needs and working at your pace, in a caring and safe way, looking at a wide range of short term, on-going and/or long term issues around trauma, stress, anxiety, phobias etc
Emotional Freedom Technique is commonly referred to as psychological acupressure (the tapping tool). As an Accredited Certified EFT Practitioner I can help to release emotional blockages caused by past/present/on-going trauma that lie within your body's energy system that may have led to emotional and physical pain, allowing you to feel more at peace.
My focus is very much on the client's needs and working at your pace, in a caring and safe way, looking at a wide range of short term, on-going and/or long term issues around trauma, stress, anxiety, phobias etc
Emotional Freedom Technique is commonly referred to as psychological acupressure (the tapping tool). As an Accredited Certified EFT Practitioner I can help to release emotional blockages caused by past/present/on-going trauma that lie within your body's energy system that may have led to emotional and physical pain, allowing you to feel more at peace.
The main issues I can help with are disordered eating; relationship and sexual issues; dealing with stressful conditions at work; living with life-changing illness; bereavement, including bereavement by suicide; difficulties with self-esteem, depression and anxiety; survival of trauma and adverse childhood experiences.
Sometimes the difficulties you have in the present are influenced by how things have been for you in the past. How you have coped with the tough experiences, the beliefs you have developed about yourself and the world, your habitual responses. You want to improve things for yourself but you can't see a way through. Maybe you have tried other ways of getting better, maybe with some success, but the underlying problems just turn up in different ways. You are here because you know that you are not out of options. Psychotherapy has helped many people like you. And with me, you are in a safe pair of hands. EMDR is an option for you too.
The main issues I can help with are disordered eating; relationship and sexual issues; dealing with stressful conditions at work; living with life-changing illness; bereavement, including bereavement by suicide; difficulties with self-esteem, depression and anxiety; survival of trauma and adverse childhood experiences.
Sometimes the difficulties you have in the present are influenced by how things have been for you in the past. How you have coped with the tough experiences, the beliefs you have developed about yourself and the world, your habitual responses. You want to improve things for yourself but you can't see a way through. Maybe you have tried other ways of getting better, maybe with some success, but the underlying problems just turn up in different ways. You are here because you know that you are not out of options. Psychotherapy has helped many people like you. And with me, you are in a safe pair of hands. EMDR is an option for you too.
I am passionate about trauma-informed care and utilise a whole-person approach.
I am fully qualified and have experience in providing short-term and long-term psychological therapies for both mild-moderate and severe mental health difficulties. I have completed the initial 18-month postgraduate CBT qualification, plus further specialist CBT courses. I have also trained in a range of other therapies, such as EMDR, NET, DBT, CFT and ACT.
I am passionate about trauma-informed care and utilise a whole-person approach.
I am fully qualified and have experience in providing short-term and long-term psychological therapies for both mild-moderate and severe mental health difficulties. I have completed the initial 18-month postgraduate CBT qualification, plus further specialist CBT courses. I have also trained in a range of other therapies, such as EMDR, NET, DBT, CFT and ACT.
I work for a small private practice called Light of Mind, specialising in trauma and eating disorders.
Life is complex and ever-changing. It can leave you feeling unsatisfied or in distress without really knowing why. You may have turned to ways of coping that you would like to change or explore. Therapy provides a safe space for you to unravel your thoughts and make sense of your world. I believe you are the expert of your experience; I will listen and assist you in exploring and understanding your world, to find a way back to your innate healed self. I draw on a range of psychological theories, nature and spirituality to guide therapy in a way that honours the uniqueness of each human being.
I work for a small private practice called Light of Mind, specialising in trauma and eating disorders.
Life is complex and ever-changing. It can leave you feeling unsatisfied or in distress without really knowing why. You may have turned to ways of coping that you would like to change or explore. Therapy provides a safe space for you to unravel your thoughts and make sense of your world. I believe you are the expert of your experience; I will listen and assist you in exploring and understanding your world, to find a way back to your innate healed self. I draw on a range of psychological theories, nature and spirituality to guide therapy in a way that honours the uniqueness of each human being.
Hi, I'm Maria. Are you curious about why you feel or act the way you do? Are you open to exploring the deeper layers of your emotions and experiences with a desire to understand yourself more even if nothing feels 'wrong' on the surface? I can support you to reflect on your past, notice patterns in your relationships, and take time to understand yourself more fully. You don’t need to know anything about therapy—just be open, patient, and interested in creating meaningful, lasting change from the inside out.
Hi, I'm Maria. Are you curious about why you feel or act the way you do? Are you open to exploring the deeper layers of your emotions and experiences with a desire to understand yourself more even if nothing feels 'wrong' on the surface? I can support you to reflect on your past, notice patterns in your relationships, and take time to understand yourself more fully. You don’t need to know anything about therapy—just be open, patient, and interested in creating meaningful, lasting change from the inside out.
I work in private practice and specialise in Trauma & historical Childhood/Family issues; including Childhood Trauma, unhelpful patterns of coping, intrusive thoughts & complicated Loss.
Are your past experiences influencing your life today? Has a life changing event left you with low self-esteem, anxiety, depression or relationship problems? Have you developed unhelpful coping patterns? ....As an experienced Psychodynamic counsellor, I can help you explore the heart the problem and guide you towards positive change in your life.
I work in private practice and specialise in Trauma & historical Childhood/Family issues; including Childhood Trauma, unhelpful patterns of coping, intrusive thoughts & complicated Loss.
Are your past experiences influencing your life today? Has a life changing event left you with low self-esteem, anxiety, depression or relationship problems? Have you developed unhelpful coping patterns? ....As an experienced Psychodynamic counsellor, I can help you explore the heart the problem and guide you towards positive change in your life.
I offer One to one Counselling for- Adult trauma, Addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Life transition and Stress.
How to explain what counselling is... If you're holding a cup of coffee and somebody accidentally bumps into you, you will most likely spill a drop or two, or depending on the bump impact a few spoonfuls or more. If there had been tea or something else in your cup, the result would be the same. Your emotions and feelings are like the coffee, because sometimes when life comes along and shakes you (which will happen to us all) whatever is inside your cup will spill out. Sometimes life can be easier until you get bumped.....but then you may need somebody to talk to, this is where counselling can help.
I offer One to one Counselling for- Adult trauma, Addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Life transition and Stress.
How to explain what counselling is... If you're holding a cup of coffee and somebody accidentally bumps into you, you will most likely spill a drop or two, or depending on the bump impact a few spoonfuls or more. If there had been tea or something else in your cup, the result would be the same. Your emotions and feelings are like the coffee, because sometimes when life comes along and shakes you (which will happen to us all) whatever is inside your cup will spill out. Sometimes life can be easier until you get bumped.....but then you may need somebody to talk to, this is where counselling can help.
My clients are often children, young people, adults and parent carers who are feeling overwhelmed by trauma, anxiety, stress, emotional difficulties, life transitions, or the demands of caring for others.
I specialise in trauma-informed psychotherapy for children, young people, adults and parent carers. My approach combines professional expertise with warmth, creativity and a genuine wish to support you. Together, we can explore difficulties at your pace and develop strategies to help you feel more confident, connected and emotionally resilient.
My clients are often children, young people, adults and parent carers who are feeling overwhelmed by trauma, anxiety, stress, emotional difficulties, life transitions, or the demands of caring for others.
I specialise in trauma-informed psychotherapy for children, young people, adults and parent carers. My approach combines professional expertise with warmth, creativity and a genuine wish to support you. Together, we can explore difficulties at your pace and develop strategies to help you feel more confident, connected and emotionally resilient.
Hello. My name is Linda and I am a qualified supervisor and Psychotherapist. I understand how hard it is to reach out for help, but through support and guidance things can change. If you are struggling to come to terms with something, or feel stressed, anxious, or feel like you are facing a challenge that you need support with, then please do get in touch. I have over 10 years’ experience of working with children, teenagers, and adults, with a variety of difficulties.
Hello. My name is Linda and I am a qualified supervisor and Psychotherapist. I understand how hard it is to reach out for help, but through support and guidance things can change. If you are struggling to come to terms with something, or feel stressed, anxious, or feel like you are facing a challenge that you need support with, then please do get in touch. I have over 10 years’ experience of working with children, teenagers, and adults, with a variety of difficulties.
In addition to my psychotherapy MA I am qualified to use Rewind Trauma Therapy to help you completely recover from PTSD, C- PTSD, nightmares, phobias and intrusive thoughts and images.
Hello, & thank you for reading. I'm glad you're here.
You may long for closeness but find relationships complicated, painful, or overwhelming. Perhaps you’ve learned to keep parts of yourself hidden, or you’ve felt “too much” or “not enough” for others.
You might also notice how past experiences linger in the present, affecting how safe you feel with people, with your own body, or even with life itself.
If you’re neurodivergent, you may carry the added weight of not feeling fully understood in the world, or of needing to navigate sensory and social landscapes that others take for granted.
In addition to my psychotherapy MA I am qualified to use Rewind Trauma Therapy to help you completely recover from PTSD, C- PTSD, nightmares, phobias and intrusive thoughts and images.
Hello, & thank you for reading. I'm glad you're here.
You may long for closeness but find relationships complicated, painful, or overwhelming. Perhaps you’ve learned to keep parts of yourself hidden, or you’ve felt “too much” or “not enough” for others.
You might also notice how past experiences linger in the present, affecting how safe you feel with people, with your own body, or even with life itself.
If you’re neurodivergent, you may carry the added weight of not feeling fully understood in the world, or of needing to navigate sensory and social landscapes that others take for granted.
Hi, my name is Jeanette. Life can be challenging, difficult & stressful at times, affecting how we feel emotionally. We can become anxious, worried, stressed, depressed or just generally feel overwhelmed. In order to manage how we are feeling, we can develop unhelpful thinking & behaviours which can hinder our growth, leading to us becoming stuck in vicious cycles.
By understanding & recognising our unhelpful thinking & behaviours we can start to look at ways to modify these to improve how we feel. Therapy can help you gain control over thoughts & behaviours; develop healthier coping strategies; build self-confidence & resilience.
Hi, my name is Jeanette. Life can be challenging, difficult & stressful at times, affecting how we feel emotionally. We can become anxious, worried, stressed, depressed or just generally feel overwhelmed. In order to manage how we are feeling, we can develop unhelpful thinking & behaviours which can hinder our growth, leading to us becoming stuck in vicious cycles.
By understanding & recognising our unhelpful thinking & behaviours we can start to look at ways to modify these to improve how we feel. Therapy can help you gain control over thoughts & behaviours; develop healthier coping strategies; build self-confidence & resilience.
I have a wealth of clinical experience in working with children, young people and adults who have experienced trauma, and the resulting issues that often arise from this.
I am a High Peak based Art Psychotherapist. I work with children, young people and adults. I also offer therapy to Art Psychotherapy trainees.
I believe that we all have the capacity to thrive if we are given the right conditions to do so. Beginning therapy can be a daunting experience, and so my aim is to always ensure to put you at ease, and that whatever you bring to therapy is done so at your pace and in a way that feels right for you. Creativity is a wonderful way to explore your feelings and thoughts, and you don't even have to be good at art. Just a willingness to see where it can take you and to trust the process.
I have a wealth of clinical experience in working with children, young people and adults who have experienced trauma, and the resulting issues that often arise from this.
I am a High Peak based Art Psychotherapist. I work with children, young people and adults. I also offer therapy to Art Psychotherapy trainees.
I believe that we all have the capacity to thrive if we are given the right conditions to do so. Beginning therapy can be a daunting experience, and so my aim is to always ensure to put you at ease, and that whatever you bring to therapy is done so at your pace and in a way that feels right for you. Creativity is a wonderful way to explore your feelings and thoughts, and you don't even have to be good at art. Just a willingness to see where it can take you and to trust the process.
I offer individual counselling for those dealing with anxiety, depression, past traumas, loss and addiction; couples counselling for partners wanting to build trust, resolve conflicts and communicate better; workshops for advanced parenting, divorce-adjustment; Nature Therapy, and positive intelligence interventions easily accessible on a mobile app.
Greetings, I am a psychologist with 27 years of counselling experience. I am passionate to support you if you are finding life difficult and experiencing inner pain that goes round and round. Life can be tough and asking for help when you are feeling down, desperate and discouraged even tougher. Well done for having the courage to reach out, you are worth it, even if it does not feel that way right now. I love working with individuals who are hurting, but want to heal and make a difference in the world. I am a also a believer in the healing power of nature to physically, emotionally and spiritually inspire and balance our lives.
I offer individual counselling for those dealing with anxiety, depression, past traumas, loss and addiction; couples counselling for partners wanting to build trust, resolve conflicts and communicate better; workshops for advanced parenting, divorce-adjustment; Nature Therapy, and positive intelligence interventions easily accessible on a mobile app.
Greetings, I am a psychologist with 27 years of counselling experience. I am passionate to support you if you are finding life difficult and experiencing inner pain that goes round and round. Life can be tough and asking for help when you are feeling down, desperate and discouraged even tougher. Well done for having the courage to reach out, you are worth it, even if it does not feel that way right now. I love working with individuals who are hurting, but want to heal and make a difference in the world. I am a also a believer in the healing power of nature to physically, emotionally and spiritually inspire and balance our lives.
I offer a calm, supportive, and non-judgemental space where change feels achievable, working at a pace that feels right for you. We can explore, map out and understand why we get stuck and aim for sustainable and long term change moving forward.
With over 13 years’ experience in mental health, I use an integrative approach informed by Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. We will recognise the close relationship between the nervous system, emotional wellbeing, physical health, and the wider system around you.
I offer a calm, supportive, and non-judgemental space where change feels achievable, working at a pace that feels right for you. We can explore, map out and understand why we get stuck and aim for sustainable and long term change moving forward.
With over 13 years’ experience in mental health, I use an integrative approach informed by Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. We will recognise the close relationship between the nervous system, emotional wellbeing, physical health, and the wider system around you.
I’ve supported hundreds of amazing people and teams across all sectors of society, offering an exploratory space and neuro-affirming framework to deepen insight and raise self-awareness.
Do you want to reconnect with your true self, increase self-knowledge and compassion, live with greater authenticity and lead with more clarity? If so, I will support you. Together, we will identify, clarify, and align your values and purpose for genuine, lasting growth. If you’re looking for a non-judgemental space where you don’t have to mask, over-explain, or apologise for sensory or emotional needs, you’re welcome here.
I’ve supported hundreds of amazing people and teams across all sectors of society, offering an exploratory space and neuro-affirming framework to deepen insight and raise self-awareness.
Do you want to reconnect with your true self, increase self-knowledge and compassion, live with greater authenticity and lead with more clarity? If so, I will support you. Together, we will identify, clarify, and align your values and purpose for genuine, lasting growth. If you’re looking for a non-judgemental space where you don’t have to mask, over-explain, or apologise for sensory or emotional needs, you’re welcome here.
I specialise in Dating and relationships, Trauma, parenting, and ADHD.
Do you feel like your brain works differently to everyone around you? Like you're constantly overwhelmed, misunderstood, or struggling to keep up, especially in your relationships?
Many of my clients arrive feeling like they're "too much" for some people and "not enough" for others, exhausted by trying to hold it all together. Whether that's repeating patterns you can't explain, recovering from a difficult relationship, or trying to understand yourself better as a partner, parent or child. You're not broken.
I'm Vanessa, a psychotherapist based in Leek, Staffordshire, offering face-to-face and online sessions across the UK.
I specialise in Dating and relationships, Trauma, parenting, and ADHD.
Do you feel like your brain works differently to everyone around you? Like you're constantly overwhelmed, misunderstood, or struggling to keep up, especially in your relationships?
Many of my clients arrive feeling like they're "too much" for some people and "not enough" for others, exhausted by trying to hold it all together. Whether that's repeating patterns you can't explain, recovering from a difficult relationship, or trying to understand yourself better as a partner, parent or child. You're not broken.
I'm Vanessa, a psychotherapist based in Leek, Staffordshire, offering face-to-face and online sessions across the UK.
Trying to resolve the issues troubling you alone can feel overwhelming. Reaching out for help is a proactive first step in starting to feel better. I provide a welcoming, safe, confidential, and non-judgemental space to talk about what is troubling you. It is very natural to feel nervous about coming to counselling for the first time. I understand and never lose sight of this. I offer a complimentary 20-minute introductory telephone consultation. Some new clients prefer to book their first appointment without a call. It about what feels best to you.
Trying to resolve the issues troubling you alone can feel overwhelming. Reaching out for help is a proactive first step in starting to feel better. I provide a welcoming, safe, confidential, and non-judgemental space to talk about what is troubling you. It is very natural to feel nervous about coming to counselling for the first time. I understand and never lose sight of this. I offer a complimentary 20-minute introductory telephone consultation. Some new clients prefer to book their first appointment without a call. It about what feels best to you.
I also have experience and knowledge about working with trauma related to childbirth, sexual abuse, chronic illness and more.
Hi, I'm glad you’re here. I work with people who are looking for a space where they can show up exactly as they are—no masks, no judgment. Tend Counselling is my private practice that I run with my colleague. I'm Chloe, and I'm neurodiversity-affirming and LGBTQ+ inclusive, and I take an integrative approach that pulls from different therapeutic models, such as Psychodynamic and person-centred, to best fit your unique needs, experiences, and goals.
I also have experience and knowledge about working with trauma related to childbirth, sexual abuse, chronic illness and more.
Hi, I'm glad you’re here. I work with people who are looking for a space where they can show up exactly as they are—no masks, no judgment. Tend Counselling is my private practice that I run with my colleague. I'm Chloe, and I'm neurodiversity-affirming and LGBTQ+ inclusive, and I take an integrative approach that pulls from different therapeutic models, such as Psychodynamic and person-centred, to best fit your unique needs, experiences, and goals.
Hello I am wondering if you are finding life a bit tough right now. Maybe you are feeling anxious and worried about the future. People I work with often feel that life is getting on top of them, they are not living the life they want - they have lost confidence, sometimes feeling afraid, frustrated, lonely - experiencing a range of emotions that feel difficult to understand and work through. I can help you deal with those big and small ups and downs in life. Feelings of panic, anxiety and stress Perhaps a relationship issue is causing you some concern. Together we can find ways to help you deal with these feelings and emotions
Hello I am wondering if you are finding life a bit tough right now. Maybe you are feeling anxious and worried about the future. People I work with often feel that life is getting on top of them, they are not living the life they want - they have lost confidence, sometimes feeling afraid, frustrated, lonely - experiencing a range of emotions that feel difficult to understand and work through. I can help you deal with those big and small ups and downs in life. Feelings of panic, anxiety and stress Perhaps a relationship issue is causing you some concern. Together we can find ways to help you deal with these feelings and emotions
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I work with people struggling with anxiety, overwhelm and depression, often rooted in trauma, relational challenges, life transitions and losses, or neurodivergent identity.
With compassion, guided exploration and somatic tools, you can find your way through. Together, we can explore what’s happening beneath the surface to understand what anxiety means for you now and what role it had in your history. Second, you will learn to support yourself in "peak" moments, , regulating your nervous system and body to a state of safety.
I work with people struggling with anxiety, overwhelm and depression, often rooted in trauma, relational challenges, life transitions and losses, or neurodivergent identity.
With compassion, guided exploration and somatic tools, you can find your way through. Together, we can explore what’s happening beneath the surface to understand what anxiety means for you now and what role it had in your history. Second, you will learn to support yourself in "peak" moments, , regulating your nervous system and body to a state of safety.
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Trauma and PTSD Counsellors
When should I seek treatment for trauma?
Not everyone who undergoes trauma needs therapy to heal, but many do. If, after experiencing a traumatic event, you find yourself struggling with symptoms such as nightmares, dissociation, irritability, or emotional numbness—especially if these symptoms last more than a month and are severe enough to interfere with your daily functioning—you may benefit from seeking out therapy with a trauma-informed provider.
How long does trauma therapy take?
Different types of therapy for trauma unfold on different timelines. Prolonged exposure therapy and cognitive processing therapy, for example, each take about three months, while trauma-informed CBT may last anywhere from 8 to 25 sessions. Other approaches, especially those that are less structured or that incorporate elements from multiple modalities, may be more open-ended, though many patients report feeling better within the first few months of treatment.
What happens if trauma is left untreated?
Unaddressed trauma can have serious—even devastating—effects on relationships, career, and day-to-day functioning. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can lead people to distrust or lash out at others, making it difficult to maintain intimate relationships; it can also trigger symptoms such as flashbacks or hyperreactivity that can interfere with a person’s ability to function effectively, personally and/or professionally. Some sufferers turn to drugs to find relief. Symptoms may lessen on their own with time, but there is no guarantee that PTSD will resolve on its own.
Can PTSD come back after treatment?
It is possible for PTSD symptoms to recur months or years after successful treatment. This is because, like most mental health disorders, it is not possible to “cure” PTSD, and stressful life events may cause symptoms to recur in even the most resilient individuals. There is no shame in re-experiencing PTSD symptoms nor in returning to therapy when such relapses occur; indeed, many forms of trauma therapy explicitly encourage periodic “maintenance sessions” to reinforce coping skills and ensure that symptoms stay manageable.