Sexual Abuse Counselling in Glenfield

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Under the Willow Counselling and Therapy
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Hi, I'm Ella - the integrative counsellor behind Under the Willow Counselling and Therapy. Have you ever felt unseen, unheard, misunderstood? Has this made you feel alone, lost, or disconnected from yourself? Maybe you have developed anxiety or depression, relationships have become tense, work is unmanageable, or you have poor coping skills. You are not alone in this.
Hi, I'm Ella - the integrative counsellor behind Under the Willow Counselling and Therapy. Have you ever felt unseen, unheard, misunderstood? Has this made you feel alone, lost, or disconnected from yourself? Maybe you have developed anxiety or depression, relationships have become tense, work is unmanageable, or you have poor coping skills. You are not alone in this.
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Sheereen Sidat
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Serves Area
"Maybe the journey isn't so much about becoming anything. Maybe it's about unbecoming everything that isn't you, so you can be who you were meant to be in the first place."unknown. There are many different reasons to seek out counselling - whatever your reason, I aim to provide a safe, confidential space and time that is yours. A place for you to talk and be heard, to explore, to imagine, to feel and express without judgement. A place where you are not alone in your journey, but have someone alongside you to support you and honour your unique life experiences.
"Maybe the journey isn't so much about becoming anything. Maybe it's about unbecoming everything that isn't you, so you can be who you were meant to be in the first place."unknown. There are many different reasons to seek out counselling - whatever your reason, I aim to provide a safe, confidential space and time that is yours. A place for you to talk and be heard, to explore, to imagine, to feel and express without judgement. A place where you are not alone in your journey, but have someone alongside you to support you and honour your unique life experiences.
0116 464 9410 View 0116 464 9410
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Tania Davis
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Serves Area
Finding a therapist starts with you and your needs. You may arrive with a sense of overwhelm, loss or anxiety, perhaps desiring change but without knowing how or believing you can. We can work together to explore how you feel, think and behave, whether you are facing a difficulty in your life and ability to function, or a desire to understand yourself better. For me, the most important element of therapy is the capacity to build a relationship together, and the shared belief that change is possible.
Finding a therapist starts with you and your needs. You may arrive with a sense of overwhelm, loss or anxiety, perhaps desiring change but without knowing how or believing you can. We can work together to explore how you feel, think and behave, whether you are facing a difficulty in your life and ability to function, or a desire to understand yourself better. For me, the most important element of therapy is the capacity to build a relationship together, and the shared belief that change is possible.
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Fosse Way Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
People choose to have counselling for many reasons. Sometimes we may know the cause but feel stuck with emotions that we can’t seem to change or we can’t understand why we have felt this way for this long. Sometimes there doesn’t seem to be an obvious explanation for how we feel. We may have feelings of low moods, anxiety or feeling overwhelmed but we just can’t put a finger on why. We may also feel isolated or alone in this and that other people wouldn’t understand. Talking through these feelings with a therapist can help to explore these thoughts and feelings to better understand the causes, and explore ways to work through them.
People choose to have counselling for many reasons. Sometimes we may know the cause but feel stuck with emotions that we can’t seem to change or we can’t understand why we have felt this way for this long. Sometimes there doesn’t seem to be an obvious explanation for how we feel. We may have feelings of low moods, anxiety or feeling overwhelmed but we just can’t put a finger on why. We may also feel isolated or alone in this and that other people wouldn’t understand. Talking through these feelings with a therapist can help to explore these thoughts and feelings to better understand the causes, and explore ways to work through them.
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More Therapists Nearby

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Lorna Mitchell
Counsellor, MBACP
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
Have you ever wondered why you react the way that you do? Or why you respond to things differently to others? Would you like to understand yourself better, and have a safe space to explore difficult emotions. Perhaps you would like to learn how to cope with your intense emotions, or communicate better with others. Maybe you feel different, or that you don't know who you really are. I can help you. I have years of experience working with those who struggle with difficult emotions, and I would love to help you to understand them better.
Have you ever wondered why you react the way that you do? Or why you respond to things differently to others? Would you like to understand yourself better, and have a safe space to explore difficult emotions. Perhaps you would like to learn how to cope with your intense emotions, or communicate better with others. Maybe you feel different, or that you don't know who you really are. I can help you. I have years of experience working with those who struggle with difficult emotions, and I would love to help you to understand them better.
01832 770719 View 01832 770719
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Alison Claire Holder
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Hi, I am a qualified Counsellor/Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor. I Offer face to face and online sessions, I am based in Evington Leicester with easy access for parking. I have many years experience working with a range of different issues such as trauma, depression, anxiety, bereavement and loss, self esteem, relationship issues. I have experience of working with children (age 5 up) teenagers and adults. I offer you a safe non judgemental place to explore your difficult thoughts and feelings, and work with you to create the changes you want to make.
Hi, I am a qualified Counsellor/Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor. I Offer face to face and online sessions, I am based in Evington Leicester with easy access for parking. I have many years experience working with a range of different issues such as trauma, depression, anxiety, bereavement and loss, self esteem, relationship issues. I have experience of working with children (age 5 up) teenagers and adults. I offer you a safe non judgemental place to explore your difficult thoughts and feelings, and work with you to create the changes you want to make.
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Sarah Fox
Counsellor, MSc, MUKCP
Online Only
I worked previously in a rape and sexual assault counselling service.
I offer sensitivity and patience in addressing, at your pace, the trauma and remembrance of such assaults on the body and flash backs.  Dissociative process might be present with memory gaps that add greater confusion. Sometimes, mental health diagnoses is present. I work with you underneath that label to address what is important to you and build resilience
I worked previously in a rape and sexual assault counselling service.
I offer sensitivity and patience in addressing, at your pace, the trauma and remembrance of such assaults on the body and flash backs.  Dissociative process might be present with memory gaps that add greater confusion. Sometimes, mental health diagnoses is present. I work with you underneath that label to address what is important to you and build resilience
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Second Chance Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
2 Endorsed
I specialise in domestic and sexual abuse, as I have worked at a rape crisis centre for over a decade.
I’m Nova, a trauma-informed counsellor specialising in working with sexual violence and its impact. I offer neurodiversity-affirming therapy and bring both professional expertise and lived experience to my work — I am neurodiverse, which shapes my understanding of difference, identity, and the importance of flexible, inclusive support. I offer a safe, non-judgemental space where you can explore what’s going on for you at your own pace. My approach is creative and integrative, always ethical, and shaped around you rather than a fixed model.
I specialise in domestic and sexual abuse, as I have worked at a rape crisis centre for over a decade.
I’m Nova, a trauma-informed counsellor specialising in working with sexual violence and its impact. I offer neurodiversity-affirming therapy and bring both professional expertise and lived experience to my work — I am neurodiverse, which shapes my understanding of difference, identity, and the importance of flexible, inclusive support. I offer a safe, non-judgemental space where you can explore what’s going on for you at your own pace. My approach is creative and integrative, always ethical, and shaped around you rather than a fixed model.
0116 464 9951 View 0116 464 9951
Photo of Stevie Bea, Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Stevie Bea
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
A lot of my work focuses on helping people heal from trauma, especially sexual abuse, and the many ways it can affect daily life, relationships, and self-worth by drawing from several approaches to create a safe, grounded space for reflection and growth.
My approach is collaborative and adaptable, creating a safe, inclusive space for reflection and growth. I utilise a mix of Compassion Focussed Therapy, CBT, Person-Centred, and Attachment Theory to create a unique combination to suit your needs; but please don't worry if you aren't familiar with these terms. We can explore this together.
A lot of my work focuses on helping people heal from trauma, especially sexual abuse, and the many ways it can affect daily life, relationships, and self-worth by drawing from several approaches to create a safe, grounded space for reflection and growth.
My approach is collaborative and adaptable, creating a safe, inclusive space for reflection and growth. I utilise a mix of Compassion Focussed Therapy, CBT, Person-Centred, and Attachment Theory to create a unique combination to suit your needs; but please don't worry if you aren't familiar with these terms. We can explore this together.
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Kim Lewin
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
The path to healing and self knowledge can be hard. The therapeutic relationship offers a safe space to reflect on life experiences, change negative patterns and work through trauma. I am a fully qualified person centred and experiential psychotherapist , trained to MSc level and BACP registered, also holding a degree in Creative, Expressive therapies. I offer a supportive and confidential environment, where we can work together through any experiences and thought processes that you choose to bring to session. Together we will work towards self understanding and personal growth.
The path to healing and self knowledge can be hard. The therapeutic relationship offers a safe space to reflect on life experiences, change negative patterns and work through trauma. I am a fully qualified person centred and experiential psychotherapist , trained to MSc level and BACP registered, also holding a degree in Creative, Expressive therapies. I offer a supportive and confidential environment, where we can work together through any experiences and thought processes that you choose to bring to session. Together we will work towards self understanding and personal growth.
0115 647 7340 View 0115 647 7340
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Clare Harrison
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
You may be feeling stuck, anxious, or depressed, in pain or discomfort, and this can be your mind and body's way of signalling that something needs attention. You may not know what it is, but you know something doesn't feel right. I offer a safe, compassionate space to deepen your understanding of your discomfort, explore how it may have developed and what keeps it going, noticing how the past may be impacting your present. As insight grows, you begin to make sense of your experiences and recognise patterns. When we begin to use what we've learned, this can open up new possibilities and perspectives and support meaningful change.
You may be feeling stuck, anxious, or depressed, in pain or discomfort, and this can be your mind and body's way of signalling that something needs attention. You may not know what it is, but you know something doesn't feel right. I offer a safe, compassionate space to deepen your understanding of your discomfort, explore how it may have developed and what keeps it going, noticing how the past may be impacting your present. As insight grows, you begin to make sense of your experiences and recognise patterns. When we begin to use what we've learned, this can open up new possibilities and perspectives and support meaningful change.
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Beacon Counselling & Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
This includes running my own practice from home, as well as more than four years working for an organisation supporting male survivors of sexual abuse.
I have experience of working with male, female and gender neutral clients, aged between 16-88 years old, with various presenting issues, including: Depression, anxiety, bereavement, self-harm, body image issues, OCD, childhood trauma, addiction, anger management, sexual abuse, gender and sexuality issues, an relationship break-ups and self-esteem problems.
This includes running my own practice from home, as well as more than four years working for an organisation supporting male survivors of sexual abuse.
I have experience of working with male, female and gender neutral clients, aged between 16-88 years old, with various presenting issues, including: Depression, anxiety, bereavement, self-harm, body image issues, OCD, childhood trauma, addiction, anger management, sexual abuse, gender and sexuality issues, an relationship break-ups and self-esteem problems.
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Helen Preston
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
Rugby CV22
Waitlist for new clients
I am an experienced and qualified BACP Accredited Counsellor/Psychotherapist working with adults who are affected by a wide range of issues, including trauma, sexual abuse, anxiety and depression.
In my experience, effective counselling is primarily about the quality of the relationship and level of trust between us, and it is important that this feels comfortable for you. Counselling can be challenging, and I will travel alongside you as you go to difficult places. I will offer compassion and support, and will share my insights and observations.
I am an experienced and qualified BACP Accredited Counsellor/Psychotherapist working with adults who are affected by a wide range of issues, including trauma, sexual abuse, anxiety and depression.
In my experience, effective counselling is primarily about the quality of the relationship and level of trust between us, and it is important that this feels comfortable for you. Counselling can be challenging, and I will travel alongside you as you go to difficult places. I will offer compassion and support, and will share my insights and observations.
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Deborah Lock
Counsellor, MSc, MNCPS Acc.
Working within the mental health and safeguarding arena’s for many years I have nurtured a genuine fascination for people and their individual stories. I am able to employ this diverse experience to inform my practice as a Psychotherapist. As a Counsellor for Rape Crisis I have significant experience of working with survivors of sexual violence and trauma. Additionally, I have worked with the Police service for 18 years, developing a passion for working individually with emergency services, medical or armed forces personnel to help them process the many sources of trauma they encounter in their working lives.
Working within the mental health and safeguarding arena’s for many years I have nurtured a genuine fascination for people and their individual stories. I am able to employ this diverse experience to inform my practice as a Psychotherapist. As a Counsellor for Rape Crisis I have significant experience of working with survivors of sexual violence and trauma. Additionally, I have worked with the Police service for 18 years, developing a passion for working individually with emergency services, medical or armed forces personnel to help them process the many sources of trauma they encounter in their working lives.
01536 907047 View 01536 907047
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Rukhsana Manir
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Are you feeling a sense of stuckness, Depression, Anxiety, Stress, coming to terms with childhood abuse, sexual abuse, Anger, Fear, Loss, Exhaustion, Overwhelming feelings, or Inability to cope, maybe there is something that's not mentioned here that you are struggling with and would like to address.
Hi, I’m a trauma-informed Counsellor, an EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) Therapist, yoga teacher and a Mindfulness practitioner I specialise in working with people who have been through psychological trauma, PTSD and difficult experiences. I also provided Clinical Supervision
Are you feeling a sense of stuckness, Depression, Anxiety, Stress, coming to terms with childhood abuse, sexual abuse, Anger, Fear, Loss, Exhaustion, Overwhelming feelings, or Inability to cope, maybe there is something that's not mentioned here that you are struggling with and would like to address.
Hi, I’m a trauma-informed Counsellor, an EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) Therapist, yoga teacher and a Mindfulness practitioner I specialise in working with people who have been through psychological trauma, PTSD and difficult experiences. I also provided Clinical Supervision
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Lyndsay Goulding
Counsellor, BACP
I help individuals work through difficult issues and trauma due to sexual abuse.
I work one-on-one to help individuals feeling overwhelmed with stress find effective ways to manage it. I offer a safe non-judgemental space in which to work through problems and encourage you to explore, grow and develop the skills to achieve personal goals.
I help individuals work through difficult issues and trauma due to sexual abuse.
I work one-on-one to help individuals feeling overwhelmed with stress find effective ways to manage it. I offer a safe non-judgemental space in which to work through problems and encourage you to explore, grow and develop the skills to achieve personal goals.
024 7526 2533 View 024 7526 2533
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Natalie Brunning
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Online Only
I have more than 10 years experience working within the domestic and sexual abuse.
Hi my name is Natalie. I am an experienced BACP accredited counsellor working in Nottingham. I offer a friendly, safe and confidential space to enable you to work through any difficulties you may be experiencing. I work within the Humanistic person centered approach and I believe that given the right conditions, through therapy, positive changes can be made. I offer counselling for all ages, individuals, couples, EAP, and group work. I work with both long and short term clients. I have extensive experience working with depression, complex mental health and PTSD
I have more than 10 years experience working within the domestic and sexual abuse.
Hi my name is Natalie. I am an experienced BACP accredited counsellor working in Nottingham. I offer a friendly, safe and confidential space to enable you to work through any difficulties you may be experiencing. I work within the Humanistic person centered approach and I believe that given the right conditions, through therapy, positive changes can be made. I offer counselling for all ages, individuals, couples, EAP, and group work. I work with both long and short term clients. I have extensive experience working with depression, complex mental health and PTSD
0115 647 0413 View 0115 647 0413
Photo of Teresa Young - Teresa Young Counselling, Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Teresa Young Counselling
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Nuneaton CV11
Sometimes our lives can feel overwhelming and and we find ourselves in a loop of conflicting emotions, thoughts and behaviours. I understand how lonely this can feel and want to support you to take back control, so you can open the door to a happier more fulfilling life. Clients often feel they don't want to share troublesome or painful thoughts and emotions with the people closest to them, if this feels like you, please contact me here at our centre in Nuneaton and I would be honoured to support you.
Sometimes our lives can feel overwhelming and and we find ourselves in a loop of conflicting emotions, thoughts and behaviours. I understand how lonely this can feel and want to support you to take back control, so you can open the door to a happier more fulfilling life. Clients often feel they don't want to share troublesome or painful thoughts and emotions with the people closest to them, if this feels like you, please contact me here at our centre in Nuneaton and I would be honoured to support you.
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Photo of Georgina McKavanagh, Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Georgina McKavanagh
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Online Only
If you’ve spent most of your life holding it together for everyone else, it can be hard to know what you actually need. I work with thoughtful, high-functioning women who feel overwhelmed, stuck in relationship patterns, or disconnected from themselves. Together we explore where these patterns began and how to start changing them.
If you’ve spent most of your life holding it together for everyone else, it can be hard to know what you actually need. I work with thoughtful, high-functioning women who feel overwhelmed, stuck in relationship patterns, or disconnected from themselves. Together we explore where these patterns began and how to start changing them.
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Vision Counselling & Supervision
Counsellor, BACP
Serves Area
I am also experienced in supporting those who have experienced sexual assault and rape and survivors of childhood sexual abuse including those that have dissociative symptoms due to the trauma that they have experienced.
Hello, my name is Helen, very often things stand in our way to us enjoying even the simplest pleasures in life. You may need help with Anger, Anxiety, Guilt, Shame, Depression or Stress. You may be experiencing a Relationship Breakdown, struggling to come to terms with the death of someone or you may want to become more self aware, then Vision Counselling Service is here to help you. I am a counsellor, supervisor & manager of Vision Counselling offering you a choice of counsellors best suited to your counselling needs . Do feel free to book a confidential telephone call to discuss your requirements further.
I am also experienced in supporting those who have experienced sexual assault and rape and survivors of childhood sexual abuse including those that have dissociative symptoms due to the trauma that they have experienced.
Hello, my name is Helen, very often things stand in our way to us enjoying even the simplest pleasures in life. You may need help with Anger, Anxiety, Guilt, Shame, Depression or Stress. You may be experiencing a Relationship Breakdown, struggling to come to terms with the death of someone or you may want to become more self aware, then Vision Counselling Service is here to help you. I am a counsellor, supervisor & manager of Vision Counselling offering you a choice of counsellors best suited to your counselling needs . Do feel free to book a confidential telephone call to discuss your requirements further.
01386 577206 View 01386 577206
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.