Domestic Abuse Counselling in Hatfield
Are you feeling stuck, lost, or simply worn down by everything you’ve been carrying? Maybe you’re going through a relationship breakdown, living with the impact of domestic abuse, or trying to make sense of past trauma. Whatever your story looks like, you deserve support that feels safe, steady, and genuinely on your side.
I work in a person centred way, which means I don’t push, judge, or tell you who you should be. Instead, I offer a calm, compassionate space where you can breathe, talk, and explore what’s going on at your own pace.
Are you feeling stuck, lost, or simply worn down by everything you’ve been carrying? Maybe you’re going through a relationship breakdown, living with the impact of domestic abuse, or trying to make sense of past trauma. Whatever your story looks like, you deserve support that feels safe, steady, and genuinely on your side.
I work in a person centred way, which means I don’t push, judge, or tell you who you should be. Instead, I offer a calm, compassionate space where you can breathe, talk, and explore what’s going on at your own pace.
Many of the people I work with bring anxiety, low mood, difficult relationships, or experiences of abuse.
If your mind runs fast, tangles itself in different threads, or feels overwhelming at times, you might be looking for a space to slow down and make sense of what’s going on inside. You may be navigating grief, identity shifts, difficult relationships, or feeling stuck and unsure how to move forward. Many of the people I work with think deeply, jump between ideas, or feel like a lot is happening internally, and want somewhere they don’t need to filter themselves. I welcome the parts of you that feel messy, contradictory, or hard to explain.
Many of the people I work with bring anxiety, low mood, difficult relationships, or experiences of abuse.
If your mind runs fast, tangles itself in different threads, or feels overwhelming at times, you might be looking for a space to slow down and make sense of what’s going on inside. You may be navigating grief, identity shifts, difficult relationships, or feeling stuck and unsure how to move forward. Many of the people I work with think deeply, jump between ideas, or feel like a lot is happening internally, and want somewhere they don’t need to filter themselves. I welcome the parts of you that feel messy, contradictory, or hard to explain.
Welcome! “The Privilege of a lifetime is to become who you truly are”Carl Jung. Whether it be at home, work, or in your personal life you may desire to make change and are unsure of where to begin.
Welcome! “The Privilege of a lifetime is to become who you truly are”Carl Jung. Whether it be at home, work, or in your personal life you may desire to make change and are unsure of where to begin.
My team and I have the BEST google rated psychology practice in Hertfordshire! We have successfully helped 100’s of clients. I am a BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural therapist and Accredited Interpersonal Practitioner. We are friendly & professional practice. We treat Depression, Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), Intrusive thoughts, Social anxiety, Panic attacks, Phobias, Excessive worry/ overwhelmed with anxiety, Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Health anxiety, Perfectionism, Body dysmorphic disorders (BDD), Eating disorders, Phobias, Agoraphobia, Low self-confidence, & LTC’s. Call now for a free phone consultation!
My team and I have the BEST google rated psychology practice in Hertfordshire! We have successfully helped 100’s of clients. I am a BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural therapist and Accredited Interpersonal Practitioner. We are friendly & professional practice. We treat Depression, Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), Intrusive thoughts, Social anxiety, Panic attacks, Phobias, Excessive worry/ overwhelmed with anxiety, Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Health anxiety, Perfectionism, Body dysmorphic disorders (BDD), Eating disorders, Phobias, Agoraphobia, Low self-confidence, & LTC’s. Call now for a free phone consultation!
My approach is grounded primarily in psychodynamic psychotherapy, psychoanalytic thinking, psychodrama, and art therapy. I aim to provide a reflective and emotionally attuned space where clients can explore both conscious and unconscious processes, gain insight into relational patterns, and develop a stronger sense of self.
My approach is grounded primarily in psychodynamic psychotherapy, psychoanalytic thinking, psychodrama, and art therapy. I aim to provide a reflective and emotionally attuned space where clients can explore both conscious and unconscious processes, gain insight into relational patterns, and develop a stronger sense of self.
I love working with individuals who feel anxious, overwhelmed or “not like myself.” You may have tried coping tools or therapy that helped briefly but didn’t last. Work, sleep and relationships can feel harder; your mind won’t switch off; panic or numbness shows up out of the blue. I help by slowing everything down, building safety and making sense of what shaped these patterns. We work at the emotional root - not just symptoms - so your system can settle. Over time, clients notice a calmer baseline, clearer boundaries, and more ease and self‑trust in daily life.
I love working with individuals who feel anxious, overwhelmed or “not like myself.” You may have tried coping tools or therapy that helped briefly but didn’t last. Work, sleep and relationships can feel harder; your mind won’t switch off; panic or numbness shows up out of the blue. I help by slowing everything down, building safety and making sense of what shaped these patterns. We work at the emotional root - not just symptoms - so your system can settle. Over time, clients notice a calmer baseline, clearer boundaries, and more ease and self‑trust in daily life.
Why counselling? Sometimes life throws some pretty awful things at us and we should not have to cope on our own. Thankfully these days we don’t have to. This is where counselling comes in. It is a safe place which is yours to talk in confidence about what ever you want. Sometimes all we need is to be heard and to have someone who is non-judgemental, who listens, is empathetic and kind.
With Couples Counselling I offer quick, effective, couples counselling programme.
I understand that couples usually have time restraints and results have to be quick. So book a FREE 15 minute on line call to find out more.
Why counselling? Sometimes life throws some pretty awful things at us and we should not have to cope on our own. Thankfully these days we don’t have to. This is where counselling comes in. It is a safe place which is yours to talk in confidence about what ever you want. Sometimes all we need is to be heard and to have someone who is non-judgemental, who listens, is empathetic and kind.
With Couples Counselling I offer quick, effective, couples counselling programme.
I understand that couples usually have time restraints and results have to be quick. So book a FREE 15 minute on line call to find out more.
I'm trauma informed and have done a lot of work with trauma and sexual violence.
Hello, I'm Lizzie!
I'm ready to work with you to explore whatever you need.
If we're being honest, life can be hard and talking to someone who truly hears you and accepts you as you are can really help with that.
As a person-centred counsellor, I believe that noone knows yourself and your needs better than you do and so work with you in a non-directive, collaborative way.
I'm trauma informed and have done a lot of work with trauma and sexual violence.
Hello, I'm Lizzie!
I'm ready to work with you to explore whatever you need.
If we're being honest, life can be hard and talking to someone who truly hears you and accepts you as you are can really help with that.
As a person-centred counsellor, I believe that noone knows yourself and your needs better than you do and so work with you in a non-directive, collaborative way.
I have extensive experience supporting adults affected by childhood and adult trauma, abuse, and PTSD.
Perhaps you have reached a point where talking to friends or family no longer feels enough. Even if seeking therapy feels like a significant step, you may now need a space that is entirely your own, where you can pause, reflect, and speak freely. Despite managing a great deal in your daily life, you feel unsettled or quietly exhausted inside. You may feel anxious, conflicted or overwhelmed. You may have noticed that certain patterns keep repeating. You might be navigating life changes, relationship difficulties, separation, or loss. Something no longer feels sustainable, but you still struggle to put it into words.
I have extensive experience supporting adults affected by childhood and adult trauma, abuse, and PTSD.
Perhaps you have reached a point where talking to friends or family no longer feels enough. Even if seeking therapy feels like a significant step, you may now need a space that is entirely your own, where you can pause, reflect, and speak freely. Despite managing a great deal in your daily life, you feel unsettled or quietly exhausted inside. You may feel anxious, conflicted or overwhelmed. You may have noticed that certain patterns keep repeating. You might be navigating life changes, relationship difficulties, separation, or loss. Something no longer feels sustainable, but you still struggle to put it into words.
I support adults (18 and over) with anxiety, depression, trauma, neurodiversity, abuse, and burnout.
Life can leave us feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from ourselves and those around us. Burnout, stress, anxiety, low mood, chronic illness, life changes, or past trauma can all make it harder to cope and feel grounded in daily life.
I offer a warm, compassionate space informed by both professional training and lived experience, where you can reflect, process difficult feelings safely, and gently untangle what’s been going on for you. Together, we explore what you need, at your pace, without pressure.
I support adults (18 and over) with anxiety, depression, trauma, neurodiversity, abuse, and burnout.
Life can leave us feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from ourselves and those around us. Burnout, stress, anxiety, low mood, chronic illness, life changes, or past trauma can all make it harder to cope and feel grounded in daily life.
I offer a warm, compassionate space informed by both professional training and lived experience, where you can reflect, process difficult feelings safely, and gently untangle what’s been going on for you. Together, we explore what you need, at your pace, without pressure.
Hello, I'm Renata. I am a Psychologist and Psychotherapist 20 years, and a BPS supervisor. I had extensive personal therapy myself. I aim to equip you with skills and self-acceptance to heal. I offer NICE recommended, holistic and relational therapy to get your life back on track, in a safe and validating space. I have worked in the NHS as a Psychology Lead for over 15 years. I have experience in working with most mental health diagnoses, eating disorders, neurodiversity (ADHD/ASD), addiction, bereavement, anxiety, low mood, stress, family and marital problems, issues with anger, self-esteem, trauma/PTSD. I speak English and Polish.
Hello, I'm Renata. I am a Psychologist and Psychotherapist 20 years, and a BPS supervisor. I had extensive personal therapy myself. I aim to equip you with skills and self-acceptance to heal. I offer NICE recommended, holistic and relational therapy to get your life back on track, in a safe and validating space. I have worked in the NHS as a Psychology Lead for over 15 years. I have experience in working with most mental health diagnoses, eating disorders, neurodiversity (ADHD/ASD), addiction, bereavement, anxiety, low mood, stress, family and marital problems, issues with anger, self-esteem, trauma/PTSD. I speak English and Polish.
As your counsellor, I will offer you a safe, confidential space for you to be heard with empathy and respect. Current problems may stir up buried feelings from your past which I will help you to explore and understand. Our open-ended work will allow you to work through and make sense of your difficulties by becoming aware of your defences and reasons
As your counsellor, I will offer you a safe, confidential space for you to be heard with empathy and respect. Current problems may stir up buried feelings from your past which I will help you to explore and understand. Our open-ended work will allow you to work through and make sense of your difficulties by becoming aware of your defences and reasons
These include relationship and family issues, divorce, abuse, panic disorders and child related issues - to mention just a few.
I am a qualified integrative therapist. I have trained in a range of modalities, including Psychodynamic Counselling and Transactional Analysis. There are times where you may just want to talk and be listened to and times where together we can explore your past experiences and relationships to help you understand how these are impacting your present life.
These include relationship and family issues, divorce, abuse, panic disorders and child related issues - to mention just a few.
I am a qualified integrative therapist. I have trained in a range of modalities, including Psychodynamic Counselling and Transactional Analysis. There are times where you may just want to talk and be listened to and times where together we can explore your past experiences and relationships to help you understand how these are impacting your present life.
Struggling with anxiety, sleep, grief, or relationship issues? Feeling depressed or living with a mental health condition? Struggling to cope or make sense of things? Hi I’m Hayley, a registered MBACP Integrative Counsellor BSc (Hons). Being Integrative means I tailor therapy to your unique needs, drawing from Person-Centred, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Psychodynamic, Sleep-Focused and Existential approaches. Together, we’ll create a personalised therapeutic experience that supports your goals, wellbeing and personal growth. I offer counselling in person in Broxbourne, as well as online and by telephone.
Struggling with anxiety, sleep, grief, or relationship issues? Feeling depressed or living with a mental health condition? Struggling to cope or make sense of things? Hi I’m Hayley, a registered MBACP Integrative Counsellor BSc (Hons). Being Integrative means I tailor therapy to your unique needs, drawing from Person-Centred, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Psychodynamic, Sleep-Focused and Existential approaches. Together, we’ll create a personalised therapeutic experience that supports your goals, wellbeing and personal growth. I offer counselling in person in Broxbourne, as well as online and by telephone.
Life might bring inner and outer challenges - I wish you that you can grow from it and find inner peace - I am happy to assist you in this. I am here for you to talk about your emotional, psychological & spiritual/transpersonal and mindfulness issues. I taught at Universities and present at international conferences. My practice is open for in person & video sessions. With 30+ years of practice I offer you a confidential space to explore your feelings and thoughts e.g. about anxiety, depression, suicide, relationships, death and dying, spiritual journey, meaning in life. I am here for you for any other issue you wish to explore.
Life might bring inner and outer challenges - I wish you that you can grow from it and find inner peace - I am happy to assist you in this. I am here for you to talk about your emotional, psychological & spiritual/transpersonal and mindfulness issues. I taught at Universities and present at international conferences. My practice is open for in person & video sessions. With 30+ years of practice I offer you a confidential space to explore your feelings and thoughts e.g. about anxiety, depression, suicide, relationships, death and dying, spiritual journey, meaning in life. I am here for you for any other issue you wish to explore.
I work with those who feel something isn’t quite right, even if it’s hard to explain. You may feel anxious, stuck, or caught in patterns, especially in relationships, often holding things together for others while struggling yourself. You might find it difficult to express your needs, or feel unheard or misunderstood. I offer a space where you don’t have to do that — where we can explore what’s behind it, helping you make sense of your experiences and create meaningful, lasting change.
I work with those who feel something isn’t quite right, even if it’s hard to explain. You may feel anxious, stuck, or caught in patterns, especially in relationships, often holding things together for others while struggling yourself. You might find it difficult to express your needs, or feel unheard or misunderstood. I offer a space where you don’t have to do that — where we can explore what’s behind it, helping you make sense of your experiences and create meaningful, lasting change.
This time of the year can be a struggle and a challenging time for many of us for so many reasons; it can remind us of loss or we can have difficulty connecting with family or friends. I offer a professional counselling service for Teenagers and Adults in Hertfordshire (Radlett), working in person or online/phone sessions. I have a certified therapy dog (Labrador) to assist in sessions if you would like. Working with children and parents in schools for 20 year, specialising in neurodiversity and SEND, I hold an enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Checking Service) Certificate.
This time of the year can be a struggle and a challenging time for many of us for so many reasons; it can remind us of loss or we can have difficulty connecting with family or friends. I offer a professional counselling service for Teenagers and Adults in Hertfordshire (Radlett), working in person or online/phone sessions. I have a certified therapy dog (Labrador) to assist in sessions if you would like. Working with children and parents in schools for 20 year, specialising in neurodiversity and SEND, I hold an enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Checking Service) Certificate.
Hello, I'm Laura. I am a warm and compassionate therapist who will listen to your concerns with sensitivity and without judgement. I offer a confidential, supportive environment where you can freely express and 'unburden' yourself. Somewhere you will feel truly 'heard'. I work relationally, which means I believe that the ability to build a secure and trusting therapeutic relationship with you will form the foundation of our work together.
Hello, I'm Laura. I am a warm and compassionate therapist who will listen to your concerns with sensitivity and without judgement. I offer a confidential, supportive environment where you can freely express and 'unburden' yourself. Somewhere you will feel truly 'heard'. I work relationally, which means I believe that the ability to build a secure and trusting therapeutic relationship with you will form the foundation of our work together.
I support women, men and LGBTQ+ clients recovering from long‑term, confusing or emotionally harmful relationships, including control or abuse.
Do you feel lost in a relationship, or struggling to find yourself after it has ended? You may have spent years keeping the peace, putting your needs aside, or staying quiet to avoid conflict, and now feel overwhelmed, unsure of yourself, or emotionally drained. If you know something needs to change but don’t know where to start, counselling can help you make sense of what you’ve been through and begin rebuilding your confidence and self‑worth. I support women, men and LGBTQ+ clients with warmth and understanding.
I support women, men and LGBTQ+ clients recovering from long‑term, confusing or emotionally harmful relationships, including control or abuse.
Do you feel lost in a relationship, or struggling to find yourself after it has ended? You may have spent years keeping the peace, putting your needs aside, or staying quiet to avoid conflict, and now feel overwhelmed, unsure of yourself, or emotionally drained. If you know something needs to change but don’t know where to start, counselling can help you make sense of what you’ve been through and begin rebuilding your confidence and self‑worth. I support women, men and LGBTQ+ clients with warmth and understanding.
On the outside it looks like everything's fine. You appear confident in work, people seek your advice, you've been considered a high achiever for most of your life. But on the inside, you feel exhausted and disconnected. It's hard for you to switch off, you constantly feel guilty for resting, you hate asking for help. You're irritable, losing sleep and although you're functioning everyday, you're surviving more than you are thriving. It feels like no matter what you do, it's never good enough. Your inner critic says to just get on with it, other people have it worse. You're ready for change, you just don't know where to start.
On the outside it looks like everything's fine. You appear confident in work, people seek your advice, you've been considered a high achiever for most of your life. But on the inside, you feel exhausted and disconnected. It's hard for you to switch off, you constantly feel guilty for resting, you hate asking for help. You're irritable, losing sleep and although you're functioning everyday, you're surviving more than you are thriving. It feels like no matter what you do, it's never good enough. Your inner critic says to just get on with it, other people have it worse. You're ready for change, you just don't know where to start.
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Domestic Abuse Counsellors
What are the most effective ways to recover from domestic abuse?
Leaving an abusive relationship requires tremendous courage, so survivors in treatment should recognise that they have already completed the most important step. Still, the trauma of physical or emotional abuse can be difficult to process and overcome. Therapy can help survivors process trauma, grief, and difficult emotions, treat relevant mental health symptoms, and create a new framework for boundaries and relationships in the future. For some, support groups can also be an invaluable outlet for healing.
When should an individual seek help for domestic abuse?
Victims of intimate partner violence should seek help immediately. It can take substantial time, planning, energy, and courage to leave an abusive relationship, but starting the process—by seeking therapy, calling the domestic violence hotline, or simply confiding in a loved one—will help them get there. Those who have left abusive relationships but haven’t sought treatment can also greatly benefit from therapy to process and heal from the experience.
What are the consequences of staying in an abusive relationship?
Remaining in an abusive relationship has serious repercussions. In addition to the ongoing threat of physical danger and emotional abuse, research shows that intimate partner violence is associated with a range of mental health disorders including depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and substance abuse. Therefore it’s important for individuals in an abusive relationship to seek help as soon as possible.
How can you get domestic abuse treatment for someone else?
It can be very complicated to identify and leave an abusive relationship; barriers include the threat of violence, financial instability, and family pressures. Those concerned about a loved one in an abusive relationship should talk to them about the situation, provide them with resources such as the domestic violence hotline, and introduce the idea of seeing a therapist due to their concern for the person’s safety and well-being.