Sexual Abuse Counselling in Edgware
I specialise in supporting people experiencing grief and bereavement, anxiety and depression, survivors of childhood sexual abuse and trauma, cultural and religious identity issues and working with young people aged 14 and above.
I am an integrative psychotherapist/counsellor, meaning I have been trained to use a variety of approaches to be able to work fluidly with you and whatever issue has led you to seek therapy. Part of human experience is to encounter challenges in many different guises. Sometimes these challenges upset our inner equilibrium and that can feel very difficult and overwhelming to cope with. Maybe you have been coping with something for a long time? Perhaps you are looking for support beyond family and friends? My strength is in my ability to create a warm, supportive space in which you can talk without fear of being dismissed or judged.
I specialise in supporting people experiencing grief and bereavement, anxiety and depression, survivors of childhood sexual abuse and trauma, cultural and religious identity issues and working with young people aged 14 and above.
I am an integrative psychotherapist/counsellor, meaning I have been trained to use a variety of approaches to be able to work fluidly with you and whatever issue has led you to seek therapy. Part of human experience is to encounter challenges in many different guises. Sometimes these challenges upset our inner equilibrium and that can feel very difficult and overwhelming to cope with. Maybe you have been coping with something for a long time? Perhaps you are looking for support beyond family and friends? My strength is in my ability to create a warm, supportive space in which you can talk without fear of being dismissed or judged.
I am an accredited and registered psychotherapist and psychosexual therapist with twenty four years experience in Primary Care mental health service. I work with a variety of psychological conditions and I aim to help my clients to develop the tools they need to cope with life's challenges. My practice is informed by the latest researches highlighting the mind-body connection and the way that brain and body work together both in well being as in ill health. It is an insight-oriented psychotherapy.
I am an accredited and registered psychotherapist and psychosexual therapist with twenty four years experience in Primary Care mental health service. I work with a variety of psychological conditions and I aim to help my clients to develop the tools they need to cope with life's challenges. My practice is informed by the latest researches highlighting the mind-body connection and the way that brain and body work together both in well being as in ill health. It is an insight-oriented psychotherapy.
Hi, Im Sharon Zeidman an accredited Psychotherapist dedicated to guiding individuals through their well-being journeys with empathy, compassion, and professional expertise. I provide a safe and supportive environment for clients to improve their emotional, psychological, and behavioural well-being. A space where your thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. I work in a person centred and relational manner-we work on what is important and meaningful to You. This could be personal growth, issues causing relationship strain or any other mental health concerns.
Hi, Im Sharon Zeidman an accredited Psychotherapist dedicated to guiding individuals through their well-being journeys with empathy, compassion, and professional expertise. I provide a safe and supportive environment for clients to improve their emotional, psychological, and behavioural well-being. A space where your thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. I work in a person centred and relational manner-we work on what is important and meaningful to You. This could be personal growth, issues causing relationship strain or any other mental health concerns.
With over 15 years of experience as an integrative accredited therapist, I specialise in treating depression, trauma, various negative habits and addictions. My approach combines systemic therapy for a comprehensive view of issues and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for practical solutions, guiding you to discover new ways to enrich your life. The primary goal of therapy is to help you live with more clarity, ease, and enjoyment. I create a non-judgmental environment that fosters growth and healing.
With over 15 years of experience as an integrative accredited therapist, I specialise in treating depression, trauma, various negative habits and addictions. My approach combines systemic therapy for a comprehensive view of issues and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for practical solutions, guiding you to discover new ways to enrich your life. The primary goal of therapy is to help you live with more clarity, ease, and enjoyment. I create a non-judgmental environment that fosters growth and healing.
In my practise I have worked with individuals from teenagers through to adults past retirement age all with their own way of being and feeling about the world they experience. You may express your own uniqueness in several different ways, from ways of thinking (neurodiverse), sexuality and cultural identity. However you experience the world I offer a safe space where you can explore the challenges your are facing and hope to work with you to build up a sense of trust to allow you to explore your thoughts and behaviours in as much depth as you feel comfortable.
In my practise I have worked with individuals from teenagers through to adults past retirement age all with their own way of being and feeling about the world they experience. You may express your own uniqueness in several different ways, from ways of thinking (neurodiverse), sexuality and cultural identity. However you experience the world I offer a safe space where you can explore the challenges your are facing and hope to work with you to build up a sense of trust to allow you to explore your thoughts and behaviours in as much depth as you feel comfortable.
Dr. Emma Diamond, B.Sc, PG.Dip, DClinPsy, CPsychol
Psychologist, CPsychol
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Dr. Emma Diamond (B.Sc, PGDip, DClinPsy, CPsychol) is an experienced Principal Clinical Psychologist who has practiced for over 15 years. She is a Chartered Psychologist with the British Psychological Society (BPS) and completed a BPS accredited Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (DClinPsy). Dr. Diamond completed further training in Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT) at the Institute of Psychiatry, a centre of excellence for CBT, and she is a member of the British Association for Behavioural & Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP).
Dr. Emma Diamond (B.Sc, PGDip, DClinPsy, CPsychol) is an experienced Principal Clinical Psychologist who has practiced for over 15 years. She is a Chartered Psychologist with the British Psychological Society (BPS) and completed a BPS accredited Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (DClinPsy). Dr. Diamond completed further training in Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT) at the Institute of Psychiatry, a centre of excellence for CBT, and she is a member of the British Association for Behavioural & Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP).
Counselling can provide you with help and support if you are going through a difficult time. I understand that you may be feeling anxious, a lack of connection, have a sense of loss or just feel stuck. You may even feel disconcerted or ill at ease, and cannot understand why or who to turn to. Coming to counselling may feel daunting, but actually is a sign of strength, and is often the first brave step towards finding a stronger sense of self and inner peace.
Counselling can provide you with help and support if you are going through a difficult time. I understand that you may be feeling anxious, a lack of connection, have a sense of loss or just feel stuck. You may even feel disconcerted or ill at ease, and cannot understand why or who to turn to. Coming to counselling may feel daunting, but actually is a sign of strength, and is often the first brave step towards finding a stronger sense of self and inner peace.
I offer a supportive, confidential and friendly service to individuals, couples and families. You may wish to address a particular issue, or perhaps you are considering counselling because of a feeling that all is not well. Life brings various challenges. Our physical and psychological well being is affected by traumatic events, bullying, abuse, bereavement, family tensions, relationships and more. Sometimes we find ways of coping which also cause problems, examples are self-harm and addictions. I provide a non-judgmental space for whatever you wish to explore and address including anxiety, depression and emotional distress.
I offer a supportive, confidential and friendly service to individuals, couples and families. You may wish to address a particular issue, or perhaps you are considering counselling because of a feeling that all is not well. Life brings various challenges. Our physical and psychological well being is affected by traumatic events, bullying, abuse, bereavement, family tensions, relationships and more. Sometimes we find ways of coping which also cause problems, examples are self-harm and addictions. I provide a non-judgmental space for whatever you wish to explore and address including anxiety, depression and emotional distress.
Feeling lost? Alone? Overwhelmed? Low or anxious? Do you want to explore something from your past or focus on something specific in your here and now? Whatever your reason for coming here today, I can provide you with a safe and secure, non judgmental and caring space to speak freely and benefit from an experienced therapist to help you find your way, a new perspective or simply someone to listen. I am able to offer short term sessions or longer term therapy depending on your needs. I offer a private, safe, clean and comfortable environment for us to work through what you bring to therapy. Phone and Video sessions also available
Feeling lost? Alone? Overwhelmed? Low or anxious? Do you want to explore something from your past or focus on something specific in your here and now? Whatever your reason for coming here today, I can provide you with a safe and secure, non judgmental and caring space to speak freely and benefit from an experienced therapist to help you find your way, a new perspective or simply someone to listen. I am able to offer short term sessions or longer term therapy depending on your needs. I offer a private, safe, clean and comfortable environment for us to work through what you bring to therapy. Phone and Video sessions also available
Thank you for visiting my page and taking the step to access support. Having worked with a wide range of clients experiencing difficulties with their emotional wellbeing, I have developed skills in recognising the sources of problems and how to work on solving them. We would work together in reaching your goals and I encourage a holistic and non-judgemental space that takes into account your individual needs and wants.
Thank you for visiting my page and taking the step to access support. Having worked with a wide range of clients experiencing difficulties with their emotional wellbeing, I have developed skills in recognising the sources of problems and how to work on solving them. We would work together in reaching your goals and I encourage a holistic and non-judgemental space that takes into account your individual needs and wants.
Thank you for viewing my profile. Whether you have had counselling before or this is your first enquiry, finding the right counsellor can be a further challenge in addition to how you may already be feeling. You may be sad, anxious, depressed, isolated or overwhelmed with life. You may be grieving after the loss of a loved one. There may be things you want to unravel from your past that are hindering you in the present. Or you may simply need a space to just be, to talk through your worries and be listened to. Whatever your reasons, you have taken an important and courageous step towards your self care and growth.
Thank you for viewing my profile. Whether you have had counselling before or this is your first enquiry, finding the right counsellor can be a further challenge in addition to how you may already be feeling. You may be sad, anxious, depressed, isolated or overwhelmed with life. You may be grieving after the loss of a loved one. There may be things you want to unravel from your past that are hindering you in the present. Or you may simply need a space to just be, to talk through your worries and be listened to. Whatever your reasons, you have taken an important and courageous step towards your self care and growth.
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Do you feel stuck? Wish for more creativity and to use your full potential instead of feeling held back by your fears? I can support you to tap into your own creative flow and work through fears, negative thought patterns and feelings that might be keeping you stuck. We can learn and harvest the messages your patterns are ready to teach you together. Your difficulties do not have to be your way of life and they do not have to define you. You are worth so much more than your worries and I would love to join you in the journey towards resilience, looking after you and discovering who you really are and what you are capable of!
Do you feel stuck? Wish for more creativity and to use your full potential instead of feeling held back by your fears? I can support you to tap into your own creative flow and work through fears, negative thought patterns and feelings that might be keeping you stuck. We can learn and harvest the messages your patterns are ready to teach you together. Your difficulties do not have to be your way of life and they do not have to define you. You are worth so much more than your worries and I would love to join you in the journey towards resilience, looking after you and discovering who you really are and what you are capable of!
Not everybody has been fortunate enough to have been heard. To talk and feel they are being listened to. I would like to be able to give you this opportunity. In a safe, reliable and comfortable setting I will offer you a non-judgemental space in which to explore difficult feelings and share your thoughts. Life is often fast paced and I would like to offer you the opportunity to slow down a little.
Not everybody has been fortunate enough to have been heard. To talk and feel they are being listened to. I would like to be able to give you this opportunity. In a safe, reliable and comfortable setting I will offer you a non-judgemental space in which to explore difficult feelings and share your thoughts. Life is often fast paced and I would like to offer you the opportunity to slow down a little.
Life can be challenging, hard and demanding at times and we could all use someone to talk to and explore our thoughts, feelings and ideas with. As an experienced, qualified and an accredited person-centred therapist, I can offer a safe, confidential and freeing space where I can support you and your needs in a non-judgemental, open and honest environment, which can enable genuine change to occur in your life. Having worked alongside clients who have presented with issues such as, abuse, depression, anxiety, loss, stress and more I can understand how scary seeking counselling can be - however my role is to support you through this.
Life can be challenging, hard and demanding at times and we could all use someone to talk to and explore our thoughts, feelings and ideas with. As an experienced, qualified and an accredited person-centred therapist, I can offer a safe, confidential and freeing space where I can support you and your needs in a non-judgemental, open and honest environment, which can enable genuine change to occur in your life. Having worked alongside clients who have presented with issues such as, abuse, depression, anxiety, loss, stress and more I can understand how scary seeking counselling can be - however my role is to support you through this.
Dr Sarah Callman
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hi! I’m Sarah and I'm a Counselling Psychologist. I have over 10 years of clinical experience. I work in an NHS Community Mental Health Team for Kensington and Chelsea. I am experienced working with adults and adolescents including those with neurodevelopmental disorders: autism and ADHD. The most essential ingredient to successful therapy is the therapeutic relationship. My aim is to provide a welcoming and compassionate space built on trust, respect and understanding. During the assessment process we would identify your therapy goals and use this as a guide for formulating a treatment plan to help you make a positive difference.
Hi! I’m Sarah and I'm a Counselling Psychologist. I have over 10 years of clinical experience. I work in an NHS Community Mental Health Team for Kensington and Chelsea. I am experienced working with adults and adolescents including those with neurodevelopmental disorders: autism and ADHD. The most essential ingredient to successful therapy is the therapeutic relationship. My aim is to provide a welcoming and compassionate space built on trust, respect and understanding. During the assessment process we would identify your therapy goals and use this as a guide for formulating a treatment plan to help you make a positive difference.
Life is not always easy and there may be certain times where you feel stuck, unsupported, overwhelmed or confused. Perhaps a recent occurrence has caused you to feel emotional, or perhaps something from the past keeps revisiting but you cannot face it alone. Whatever your reason for seeking counselling, here you can feel free to explore your feelings at your own pace in a safe, non-judgmental environment, and can arrive at a place where you can better manage them. Through the therapy you can build resilience and emerge with a better understanding of yourself and feel happier and more comfortable within yourself.
Life is not always easy and there may be certain times where you feel stuck, unsupported, overwhelmed or confused. Perhaps a recent occurrence has caused you to feel emotional, or perhaps something from the past keeps revisiting but you cannot face it alone. Whatever your reason for seeking counselling, here you can feel free to explore your feelings at your own pace in a safe, non-judgmental environment, and can arrive at a place where you can better manage them. Through the therapy you can build resilience and emerge with a better understanding of yourself and feel happier and more comfortable within yourself.
I have lived & worked in London most of my life. I am an experienced & qualified psychotherapist/coaching psychologist mostly working with a mix of cognitive behavioural therapy CBT & Psychodynamic theory. I have seen countless clients improve with these techniques over the years. I work efficiently to reach goals quickly, valuing time, cultivating motivation, and improving clients' sense of control. Most importantly, my role is active and seeks to first establish what the problems are, focusing therapy around these issues, and targeting them directly. I find this far more effective than relying solely on talking and listening.
I have lived & worked in London most of my life. I am an experienced & qualified psychotherapist/coaching psychologist mostly working with a mix of cognitive behavioural therapy CBT & Psychodynamic theory. I have seen countless clients improve with these techniques over the years. I work efficiently to reach goals quickly, valuing time, cultivating motivation, and improving clients' sense of control. Most importantly, my role is active and seeks to first establish what the problems are, focusing therapy around these issues, and targeting them directly. I find this far more effective than relying solely on talking and listening.
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My experience includes working for Bexley and Greenwich Resource for Alcohol, and for Family Matters, counselling adult & child survivors of sexual abuse.
I am a professional, empathic, and friendly BACP accredited Integrative Counsellor, working with both individuals and couples. With over 16 years experience, I provide a safe, confidential environment in which you can discuss your feelings and concerns without judgement. People may seek therapy because they have reached a crisis point in their life and are struggling to cope alone. Others make contact because they feel stuck or have become aware that they keep falling into unhelpful behaviour or thought patterns which prevent them from living life to the full.
My experience includes working for Bexley and Greenwich Resource for Alcohol, and for Family Matters, counselling adult & child survivors of sexual abuse.
I am a professional, empathic, and friendly BACP accredited Integrative Counsellor, working with both individuals and couples. With over 16 years experience, I provide a safe, confidential environment in which you can discuss your feelings and concerns without judgement. People may seek therapy because they have reached a crisis point in their life and are struggling to cope alone. Others make contact because they feel stuck or have become aware that they keep falling into unhelpful behaviour or thought patterns which prevent them from living life to the full.
Susan Coldwell Counselling and Supervision Online
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Online Only
I work with survivors of physical, psychological and sexual abuse and I work with neurodiverse adults.
We are all on our own personal journeys and when anyone choses to come to therapy they will naturally be in different places on that journey and choose different paths based on their own desired outcomes.
I will work with you as a unique individual, wherever you are on that journey, whether just starting out or looking to delve deeper into self awareness. Offering acceptance, empathy and compassion without judgement.
Therapy could involve processing and understanding things that have happened the past; letting go of thoughts and feelings that no longer serve you; looking at personal development, care of self and self compassion.
I work with survivors of physical, psychological and sexual abuse and I work with neurodiverse adults.
We are all on our own personal journeys and when anyone choses to come to therapy they will naturally be in different places on that journey and choose different paths based on their own desired outcomes.
I will work with you as a unique individual, wherever you are on that journey, whether just starting out or looking to delve deeper into self awareness. Offering acceptance, empathy and compassion without judgement.
Therapy could involve processing and understanding things that have happened the past; letting go of thoughts and feelings that no longer serve you; looking at personal development, care of self and self compassion.
No one size fits all when it comes to childhood sexual abuse trauma, there are so many different issues.
Therapy with me isn’t about surface-level support. It’s real work—intense, purposeful, and rooted in courage, commitment, and clarity. From our very first session, we’ll define exactly what you want to get out of this process. You’re not here to drift. You’re here to grow.
My approach isn’t for everyone—and that’s okay. If you’re looking for a therapist who nods quietly and offers soft reassurances, I may not be the right fit. But if you want someone who will help you face what’s painful, challenge what’s holding you back, and support you in building something new—then I might be the therapist you’re looking for.
No one size fits all when it comes to childhood sexual abuse trauma, there are so many different issues.
Therapy with me isn’t about surface-level support. It’s real work—intense, purposeful, and rooted in courage, commitment, and clarity. From our very first session, we’ll define exactly what you want to get out of this process. You’re not here to drift. You’re here to grow.
My approach isn’t for everyone—and that’s okay. If you’re looking for a therapist who nods quietly and offers soft reassurances, I may not be the right fit. But if you want someone who will help you face what’s painful, challenge what’s holding you back, and support you in building something new—then I might be the therapist you’re looking for.
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Sexual Abuse Counsellors
How do therapists treat sexual abuse?
A good therapist will be nonjudgmental and possibly demonstrate active listening, repeating back what the client says to show that they have understood. These skills allow people to feel comfortable discussing their traumatic experiences openly. Some important treatment goals are to restore a sense of safety and to rebuild confidence. In addition to working one-on-one with the patient, a therapist might bring in supportive family members to assist the client.
Do you have to talk extensively about sexual abuse in therapy?
Survivors frequently find it difficult to describe what happened to them out loud. They can even still be in a state of denial if the sexual abuse occurred recently. It is important for survivors to acknowledge that what happened isn’t their fault and to challenge and reappraise any unhealthy feelings or thoughts as they arise. Art therapy and play therapy are useful non-verbal means of communication for some survivors.
How long does treatment for sexual abuse take?
Recovery from sexual abuse can be a long and difficult process. Some survivors are able to move on naturally on their own, given time, while others require the guidance of a trained therapist. Therapy needs vary and can range from a few sessions to months or even years. Healing from sexual abuse takes time, and everyone’s journey will look a little different.
Can trauma symptoms caused by sexual abuse come back after treatment?
As occurs in many cases of trauma, survivors of sexual abuse may experience PTSD-like symptoms long after the abuse has ceased or after an initial round of treatment has occurred. In such a case, there is evidence that prolonged exposure therapy is a useful treatment for survivors, and may be more efficacious than supportive counseling alone. While triggers may continue to cause distress, the idea is that, with time and repeated exposure, their power will fade, allowing survivors to move on with their lives.