Sexual Abuse Counselling in Hale
Some of my clients feel stuck, overwhelmed by emotions, unresolved past experiences, or uncertainty about their direction. They may struggle with anxiety, stress, low mood, or relationship challenges, or be navigating identity, childhood trauma, or gender and sexuality issues. They seek a safe, supportive space to explore patterns influencing their thoughts and behaviors, gain insight, and develop coping tools. Their goals include fostering self-awareness, building resilience, and creating lasting change to move forward with confidence and purpose, supported by a collaborative therapeutic relationship.
Some of my clients feel stuck, overwhelmed by emotions, unresolved past experiences, or uncertainty about their direction. They may struggle with anxiety, stress, low mood, or relationship challenges, or be navigating identity, childhood trauma, or gender and sexuality issues. They seek a safe, supportive space to explore patterns influencing their thoughts and behaviors, gain insight, and develop coping tools. Their goals include fostering self-awareness, building resilience, and creating lasting change to move forward with confidence and purpose, supported by a collaborative therapeutic relationship.
Seeking support can feel like a big step, and I aim to offer a safe, compassionate space where you feel heard, valued, and understood.
I hold a Master’s degree in Clinical Counselling (BACP accredited) and a Diploma in Counselling Children and Young People. I have accrued over 500 clinical hours and work from an integrative approach, tailored to each individual client. I am CBT qualified and combine evidence-based cognitive behavioural strategies with a strong person-centred foundation, ensuring therapy is both relational and practical.
My experience spans private practice, charities, schools, and Employee Assistance Programmes.
Seeking support can feel like a big step, and I aim to offer a safe, compassionate space where you feel heard, valued, and understood.
I hold a Master’s degree in Clinical Counselling (BACP accredited) and a Diploma in Counselling Children and Young People. I have accrued over 500 clinical hours and work from an integrative approach, tailored to each individual client. I am CBT qualified and combine evidence-based cognitive behavioural strategies with a strong person-centred foundation, ensuring therapy is both relational and practical.
My experience spans private practice, charities, schools, and Employee Assistance Programmes.
Deciding to come to therapy, and choosing a therapist, is an incredibly big decision. Over the years, I have found that a lot of my clients have not always had the best experience with practitioners, and this can cause significant anxiety when deciding to access therapy again. Whether you are coming to therapy for the first time, or you have had therapy before, I respect the care and time that is needed to find the right person for you. It is important for you to feel safe and valued for you to explore what is happening in your life. Please don't hesitate to get in touch if you want to learn a little more about me and my approach.
Deciding to come to therapy, and choosing a therapist, is an incredibly big decision. Over the years, I have found that a lot of my clients have not always had the best experience with practitioners, and this can cause significant anxiety when deciding to access therapy again. Whether you are coming to therapy for the first time, or you have had therapy before, I respect the care and time that is needed to find the right person for you. It is important for you to feel safe and valued for you to explore what is happening in your life. Please don't hesitate to get in touch if you want to learn a little more about me and my approach.
What truly sets me apart is that I’ve been on both sides of the therapy couch. I know what it’s like to wake up with a racing mind, overwhelmed by the thought of facing the day. I know the loneliness of feeling invisible even when surrounded by people. I know the weight of intrusive thoughts and the relentless exhaustion of carrying childhood wounds into adult life. I’ve experienced intensive therapy for anxiety and trauma, and I’ve come through it. This means that when I sit with you, I’m not just relying on textbooks or clinical theory. I meet you with real understanding and absolutely no judgment. I get it, because I’ve lived it!
What truly sets me apart is that I’ve been on both sides of the therapy couch. I know what it’s like to wake up with a racing mind, overwhelmed by the thought of facing the day. I know the loneliness of feeling invisible even when surrounded by people. I know the weight of intrusive thoughts and the relentless exhaustion of carrying childhood wounds into adult life. I’ve experienced intensive therapy for anxiety and trauma, and I’ve come through it. This means that when I sit with you, I’m not just relying on textbooks or clinical theory. I meet you with real understanding and absolutely no judgment. I get it, because I’ve lived it!
Hi. My name is Alison. I am an adult and children and young person's counsellor. During our counselling sessions I will provide you with a non-judgemental and empathic space where we can work together to explore your thoughts, feelings and behaviours. I will offer empathy and be there as a listening ear to help you open up and discuss any issues and worries you wish to talk about. We will work at a suitable pace for you to help to understand and talk through the underlying reasons you may be feeling stuck or struggling in life. We’ll explore the past and present to help you to heal and become more self aware so you can move forward.
Hi. My name is Alison. I am an adult and children and young person's counsellor. During our counselling sessions I will provide you with a non-judgemental and empathic space where we can work together to explore your thoughts, feelings and behaviours. I will offer empathy and be there as a listening ear to help you open up and discuss any issues and worries you wish to talk about. We will work at a suitable pace for you to help to understand and talk through the underlying reasons you may be feeling stuck or struggling in life. We’ll explore the past and present to help you to heal and become more self aware so you can move forward.
Many of the people I work with have a good understanding of themselves, but find that insight alone hasn’t been enough to create change. They may recognise patterns in anxiety, self-doubt, perfectionism or relationships, but still find themselves reacting in ways they would like to change.
I work with adults who want to understand what is keeping them stuck and make meaningful changes. This may involve EMDR, CBT or ACT-informed approaches, depending on what you want to work on.
Many of the people I work with have a good understanding of themselves, but find that insight alone hasn’t been enough to create change. They may recognise patterns in anxiety, self-doubt, perfectionism or relationships, but still find themselves reacting in ways they would like to change.
I work with adults who want to understand what is keeping them stuck and make meaningful changes. This may involve EMDR, CBT or ACT-informed approaches, depending on what you want to work on.
Additionally it helps problems such anxiety, sexual abuse and phobias.
Hey, I'm an EMDR & Trauma psychotherapist working online. My approach to therapy is integrative, meaning I use different therapy methods, such as EMDR, that will help with your process. My speciality is working with trauma, specifically childhood and sexual trauma. I have additional training working with neurodivergence and EMDR. Further information on my training and background can be found on my website listed below.
Additionally it helps problems such anxiety, sexual abuse and phobias.
Hey, I'm an EMDR & Trauma psychotherapist working online. My approach to therapy is integrative, meaning I use different therapy methods, such as EMDR, that will help with your process. My speciality is working with trauma, specifically childhood and sexual trauma. I have additional training working with neurodivergence and EMDR. Further information on my training and background can be found on my website listed below.
As an Integrative, Trauma Informed and EMDR therapist, I work with trauma processing, anxiety, depression, sexual abuse, bereavement and loss.
Sometimes life throws us challenges both through past and present experiences, which knock us off our feet and we become engulfed in uncertainty, worry and fear. It could be that we start to doubt ourselves and feel that we are not good enough or we are unable to cope, leading to anxiety and depression. Whatever you are going through, it deserves care, attention and compassion. You may be struggling to make meaning of what is going on around as you navigate life changes or have experienced traumatic events that you need some relief from. Whatever you are going through, I hope to help.
As an Integrative, Trauma Informed and EMDR therapist, I work with trauma processing, anxiety, depression, sexual abuse, bereavement and loss.
Sometimes life throws us challenges both through past and present experiences, which knock us off our feet and we become engulfed in uncertainty, worry and fear. It could be that we start to doubt ourselves and feel that we are not good enough or we are unable to cope, leading to anxiety and depression. Whatever you are going through, it deserves care, attention and compassion. You may be struggling to make meaning of what is going on around as you navigate life changes or have experienced traumatic events that you need some relief from. Whatever you are going through, I hope to help.
I support clients dealing with trauma, domestic and sexual abuse, ADHD, anxiety, and relationship challenges with care and understanding.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stuck in unhelpful patterns, or carrying the weight of past trauma? You may be struggling to connect with yourself or others, caught in cycles of overthinking, people-pleasing, or emotional shutdown.
As a trauma-informed psychotherapist, I specialise in helping individuals and couples navigate anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, ADHD, and relationship difficulties. My approach is flexible, integrative, and tailored to your unique story and needs.
I offer a warm, non-judgmental space where we can explore what’s holding you back and move towards more connection, calm, and clarity.
I support clients dealing with trauma, domestic and sexual abuse, ADHD, anxiety, and relationship challenges with care and understanding.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stuck in unhelpful patterns, or carrying the weight of past trauma? You may be struggling to connect with yourself or others, caught in cycles of overthinking, people-pleasing, or emotional shutdown.
As a trauma-informed psychotherapist, I specialise in helping individuals and couples navigate anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, ADHD, and relationship difficulties. My approach is flexible, integrative, and tailored to your unique story and needs.
I offer a warm, non-judgmental space where we can explore what’s holding you back and move towards more connection, calm, and clarity.
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Whether you’re facing the effects of childhood sexual abuse, PTSD, anxiety, depression, or the impact of chronic illness, I provide a safe and supportive space where you can begin to process and heal.
I work one-to-one with adults, children, and adolescents. My clients come with a wide range of difficulties, from the lasting effects of abuse and complex PTSD to everyday challenges such as stress, anxiety, or low mood. I also support people living with addiction and those adjusting to the challenges of chronic illness.
Whether you’re facing the effects of childhood sexual abuse, PTSD, anxiety, depression, or the impact of chronic illness, I provide a safe and supportive space where you can begin to process and heal.
I work one-to-one with adults, children, and adolescents. My clients come with a wide range of difficulties, from the lasting effects of abuse and complex PTSD to everyday challenges such as stress, anxiety, or low mood. I also support people living with addiction and those adjusting to the challenges of chronic illness.
I've also worked with adult victms of rape and sexual abuse, and victims of child abuse and domestic violence.
IFS works for anything. I've found it to be particularly useful for clients with historical trauma, including child abuse, rape, sexual abuse and domestic violence. It can genuinely bring healing. I've found Trauma - Focussed CBT to work well with PTSD and flashbacks. Person - Centred Therapy has helped bring clarity and self-acceptance.
I've also worked with adult victms of rape and sexual abuse, and victims of child abuse and domestic violence.
IFS works for anything. I've found it to be particularly useful for clients with historical trauma, including child abuse, rape, sexual abuse and domestic violence. It can genuinely bring healing. I've found Trauma - Focussed CBT to work well with PTSD and flashbacks. Person - Centred Therapy has helped bring clarity and self-acceptance.
You might be experiencing difficulty in relationships in general or in one relationship in particular, or finding work a challenge, or maybe you are unhappy about the quality or direction of your life. Perhaps you are feeling flat or low, stressed or anxious, or even quite desperate. Exploring and expressing your thoughts and feelings with a professional can help make sense of these difficult experiences, and allow space for solutions and opportunities to arise. I aim to offer you the best support I can for this process, with a respectful, sensitive, honest and empathic approach.
You might be experiencing difficulty in relationships in general or in one relationship in particular, or finding work a challenge, or maybe you are unhappy about the quality or direction of your life. Perhaps you are feeling flat or low, stressed or anxious, or even quite desperate. Exploring and expressing your thoughts and feelings with a professional can help make sense of these difficult experiences, and allow space for solutions and opportunities to arise. I aim to offer you the best support I can for this process, with a respectful, sensitive, honest and empathic approach.
I am a qualified person-centred therapist with 17 years of experience supporting children, young people, adults, and families across a wide range of settings. My background includes mainstream schools, alternative provisions, specialist projects, an award-winning CAMHS initiative, Family Welfare services in Wigan, and working within mental health services at Fazakerley Hospital, Liverpool. I have also held the role of Mental Health Service Manager at Armed Forces Headquarters, supporting personnel and families with their emotional wellbeing.
I offer a calm, creative, and non-judgemental space to explore thoughts and feelings
I am a qualified person-centred therapist with 17 years of experience supporting children, young people, adults, and families across a wide range of settings. My background includes mainstream schools, alternative provisions, specialist projects, an award-winning CAMHS initiative, Family Welfare services in Wigan, and working within mental health services at Fazakerley Hospital, Liverpool. I have also held the role of Mental Health Service Manager at Armed Forces Headquarters, supporting personnel and families with their emotional wellbeing.
I offer a calm, creative, and non-judgemental space to explore thoughts and feelings
When life feels overwhelming, having someone who truly listens can make all the difference. I offer a safe, relaxed space where you can talk openly and be yourself, without judgment.
I’m a person-centred, experiential psychotherapist offering accessible and affordable counselling in the heart of Preston, with flexible appointment times. As a registered member of the BACP and NCPS, I work within their ethical framework and welcome anything you bring to therapy; nothing is too big or too small.
I’m also an accredited Rewind Therapist, providing closure without disclosure for trauma, PTSD, and phobias, with extensive experience support
When life feels overwhelming, having someone who truly listens can make all the difference. I offer a safe, relaxed space where you can talk openly and be yourself, without judgment.
I’m a person-centred, experiential psychotherapist offering accessible and affordable counselling in the heart of Preston, with flexible appointment times. As a registered member of the BACP and NCPS, I work within their ethical framework and welcome anything you bring to therapy; nothing is too big or too small.
I’m also an accredited Rewind Therapist, providing closure without disclosure for trauma, PTSD, and phobias, with extensive experience support
I am trained in a range of modalities including CBT, Mindfulness and Systemic Family Therapy. As an accredited Psychotherapist and Supervisor I work across the full spectrum of psychological disorders. I have particular interest in Trauma, OCD, Eating Disorders, High End Groups and Personality Disorders. I work with Autism, Learning Disabilities and Bereavement. I have a passion for working with suicidal people, survivors of suicide, families/friends of those whom live with the aftermath of suicide. I am an experienced couples and family therapist. I am skilled in multi agency working. I am experienced in working with prisoners.
I am trained in a range of modalities including CBT, Mindfulness and Systemic Family Therapy. As an accredited Psychotherapist and Supervisor I work across the full spectrum of psychological disorders. I have particular interest in Trauma, OCD, Eating Disorders, High End Groups and Personality Disorders. I work with Autism, Learning Disabilities and Bereavement. I have a passion for working with suicidal people, survivors of suicide, families/friends of those whom live with the aftermath of suicide. I am an experienced couples and family therapist. I am skilled in multi agency working. I am experienced in working with prisoners.
I offer support with common concerns & MH issues through to more complex difficulties or stressors, including sexual abuse survivor recovery and CPTSD
I'm a HCPC registered Consultant Psychologist with doctoral level professional training & a Chartered & Associate Fellow of the British Psychological Society. Your therapy will always be progressed at your own pace, with assurance that I have 28 years' experience of working sensitively, confidentially and collaboratively with my clients. After initial formulation, I'll use any suitable, evidence-based approaches you prefer to help you learn new coping strategies, process important issues & emotions and work towards achieving your personal goals/recovery. Therapy can be remote or, where available & suitable, face-to-face in Cumbria
I offer support with common concerns & MH issues through to more complex difficulties or stressors, including sexual abuse survivor recovery and CPTSD
I'm a HCPC registered Consultant Psychologist with doctoral level professional training & a Chartered & Associate Fellow of the British Psychological Society. Your therapy will always be progressed at your own pace, with assurance that I have 28 years' experience of working sensitively, confidentially and collaboratively with my clients. After initial formulation, I'll use any suitable, evidence-based approaches you prefer to help you learn new coping strategies, process important issues & emotions and work towards achieving your personal goals/recovery. Therapy can be remote or, where available & suitable, face-to-face in Cumbria
I qualified as a nurse in 1987 and spent many years working primarily as a practice nurse. This role gave me a unique insight into the challenges people face when expressing their sexual needs, both individually and within relationships. Over time, I observed that treatment for sexual difficulties was often over-medicalised and lacked sensitivity, failing to consider the whole person.
In 2017, I began training in psychosexual therapy and have since had the privilege of working with the NHS and other specialist organisations, both face-to-face and online. Today, I practice independently as an online psychosexual therapist.
I qualified as a nurse in 1987 and spent many years working primarily as a practice nurse. This role gave me a unique insight into the challenges people face when expressing their sexual needs, both individually and within relationships. Over time, I observed that treatment for sexual difficulties was often over-medicalised and lacked sensitivity, failing to consider the whole person.
In 2017, I began training in psychosexual therapy and have since had the privilege of working with the NHS and other specialist organisations, both face-to-face and online. Today, I practice independently as an online psychosexual therapist.
My main areas of expertise is helping people with dissociative disorders/DID, OSDD, PTSD, sexual abuse, trauma, bipolar, personality disorders, depression, anxiety, and grief/bereavement.
I conduct a detailed intake from each client which helps me understand your psychological needs. I work in a time limited format and offer 20 sessions which are tailored for each client. However, if more sessions are required then we simply review and continue.
My main areas of expertise is helping people with dissociative disorders/DID, OSDD, PTSD, sexual abuse, trauma, bipolar, personality disorders, depression, anxiety, and grief/bereavement.
I conduct a detailed intake from each client which helps me understand your psychological needs. I work in a time limited format and offer 20 sessions which are tailored for each client. However, if more sessions are required then we simply review and continue.
I specialise in counselling Children and Young People and I also work for a Charity counselling survivors of rape and sexual abuse.
If you (or your child) are seeking support to overcome some challenges in your life, counselling is a great way to explore your difficulties in a safe and non-judgmental space. A key part of the counselling process is the therapeutic relationship and I believe that due to my age this allows me to support you in greater ways. I empathise and understand the anxieties and pressures put on you by school/exams/university, the impact that growing up with social media and having an online persona can have on your self-esteem, how delicate family/friend relationships can be and the difficulties they can put onto you.
I specialise in counselling Children and Young People and I also work for a Charity counselling survivors of rape and sexual abuse.
If you (or your child) are seeking support to overcome some challenges in your life, counselling is a great way to explore your difficulties in a safe and non-judgmental space. A key part of the counselling process is the therapeutic relationship and I believe that due to my age this allows me to support you in greater ways. I empathise and understand the anxieties and pressures put on you by school/exams/university, the impact that growing up with social media and having an online persona can have on your self-esteem, how delicate family/friend relationships can be and the difficulties they can put onto you.
The impact of childhood trauma & life transitions is a common topic I work with and I'm an experienced counsellor for adults who have been impacted by sexual assault & childhood abuse.
Hello and welcome. My name is Kat and I'm a BACP registered counsellor and psychotherapist working from my private practice in Fleetwood. I can also accommodate evening appointments online.
With over 12 years experience working in education; community settings and the charitable sector - in a safeguarding, wellbeing & counselling capacity - I bring a wealth of knowledge, empathy and professional integrity to my therapeutic practice. I value the importance of our relationship and therefore invite you to reach out for an informal chat in the first instance to see if you think I am the right fit for you.
The impact of childhood trauma & life transitions is a common topic I work with and I'm an experienced counsellor for adults who have been impacted by sexual assault & childhood abuse.
Hello and welcome. My name is Kat and I'm a BACP registered counsellor and psychotherapist working from my private practice in Fleetwood. I can also accommodate evening appointments online.
With over 12 years experience working in education; community settings and the charitable sector - in a safeguarding, wellbeing & counselling capacity - I bring a wealth of knowledge, empathy and professional integrity to my therapeutic practice. I value the importance of our relationship and therefore invite you to reach out for an informal chat in the first instance to see if you think I am the right fit for you.
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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.