Trauma and PTSD Counselling in High Peak
Are you experiencing the effects of trauma, relational abuse, eating/body/lifestyle-related difficulties or neurodivergent overwhelm?
I specialise in trauma recovery, eating disorders, lifestyle difficulties, body-based concerns, creative/high-performance industries and neurodiversity‑affirming therapy. My approach is pluralistic, integrating mind and body so the whole person is considered. We work collaboratively, at your pace, using verbal, embodied and/or creative methods.
Are you experiencing the effects of trauma, relational abuse, eating/body/lifestyle-related difficulties or neurodivergent overwhelm?
I specialise in trauma recovery, eating disorders, lifestyle difficulties, body-based concerns, creative/high-performance industries and neurodiversity‑affirming therapy. My approach is pluralistic, integrating mind and body so the whole person is considered. We work collaboratively, at your pace, using verbal, embodied and/or creative methods.
I can help you or your child if you are experiencing anxiety and stress, or fear, anger, shutdown or PTSD as a result of trauma.
I offer a combined approach of applied psychology, coaching and mind-body medicine. I am trauma-informed trained and I’m also a registered psychologist. I uniquely work with mind, body and soul to help bring you back into balance and to support you in the areas of your life you wish to focus on. I specialise in working with children and teens.
I can help you or your child if you are experiencing anxiety and stress, or fear, anger, shutdown or PTSD as a result of trauma.
I offer a combined approach of applied psychology, coaching and mind-body medicine. I am trauma-informed trained and I’m also a registered psychologist. I uniquely work with mind, body and soul to help bring you back into balance and to support you in the areas of your life you wish to focus on. I specialise in working with children and teens.
Using Trauma-informed practice I employ evidence-based techniques such as EMDR, CBT, ERP and DBT, in conjunction with psychoeducation.
I work with individual clients and groups affected by trauma, PTSD or CPTSD (stemming from armed conflicts, physical or sexual abuse, childhood trauma), Anxiety disorders (i.e. OCD, phobias, panic attacks and GAD), neurodiverse development and function (ASD, ADHD and/or specific learning difficulties), depression, loss, bereavement and addiction.
Using Trauma-informed practice I employ evidence-based techniques such as EMDR, CBT, ERP and DBT, in conjunction with psychoeducation.
I work with individual clients and groups affected by trauma, PTSD or CPTSD (stemming from armed conflicts, physical or sexual abuse, childhood trauma), Anxiety disorders (i.e. OCD, phobias, panic attacks and GAD), neurodiverse development and function (ASD, ADHD and/or specific learning difficulties), depression, loss, bereavement and addiction.
Hello and a warm welcome to you. You may have been struggling with an emotional problem for many years or be feeling stressed, anxious or generally overwhelmed. It is important that you feel comfortable enough to talk through your difficulties with the right person. I am a Person-Centred psychotherapist and supervisor supporting adults, young people and children, including with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, loss, grief, trauma and abuse and relationship issues. My aim is to create a safe and supportive counselling environment that allows us to explore your concerns and enables you to work towards positive change.
Hello and a warm welcome to you. You may have been struggling with an emotional problem for many years or be feeling stressed, anxious or generally overwhelmed. It is important that you feel comfortable enough to talk through your difficulties with the right person. I am a Person-Centred psychotherapist and supervisor supporting adults, young people and children, including with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, loss, grief, trauma and abuse and relationship issues. My aim is to create a safe and supportive counselling environment that allows us to explore your concerns and enables you to work towards positive change.
Traditional talking therapy still has its place in my counselling room, but what I also know is that the body keeps the score and if we ignore the felt sensations, we miss the opportunity to fully connect with our unconscious processes or to release trauma.
I qualified as a psychotherapist and clinical supervisor in England after moving from Romania. Uprooting your life and starting from scratch, reinventing yourself is not easy, but it also provides fantastic opportunities for growth. From my humble beginnings, I now feel so proud and privileged to work in the field of Psychotherapy. Life has brought me many riches, but none as great as those which my clients and supervisees bring every day in my counselling room. Being in a position where I can empower others to improve their relationship with self and others is a true gift.
Traditional talking therapy still has its place in my counselling room, but what I also know is that the body keeps the score and if we ignore the felt sensations, we miss the opportunity to fully connect with our unconscious processes or to release trauma.
I qualified as a psychotherapist and clinical supervisor in England after moving from Romania. Uprooting your life and starting from scratch, reinventing yourself is not easy, but it also provides fantastic opportunities for growth. From my humble beginnings, I now feel so proud and privileged to work in the field of Psychotherapy. Life has brought me many riches, but none as great as those which my clients and supervisees bring every day in my counselling room. Being in a position where I can empower others to improve their relationship with self and others is a true gift.
D, trauma, addiction, self-injury, sleep problems, children’s behaviour, neurodiversity for both adults and young people.
I incorporate several therapeutic models to offer an idiosyncratic formulation catering to everyone’s therapeutic needs. These models include Cognitive behavioural psychotherapy (CBP), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion Focussed Therapy (CFT), CBT adapted for neurodiversity and Trauma focussed CBT.
D, trauma, addiction, self-injury, sleep problems, children’s behaviour, neurodiversity for both adults and young people.
I incorporate several therapeutic models to offer an idiosyncratic formulation catering to everyone’s therapeutic needs. These models include Cognitive behavioural psychotherapy (CBP), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion Focussed Therapy (CFT), CBT adapted for neurodiversity and Trauma focussed CBT.
I help with anxiety, shame, trauma, relationship patterns and feeling stuck.
People often reach out when something in their life feels heavy, confusing or quietly overwhelming. You don’t need to have a clear story to begin. I offer a calm, confidential space where you can slow down, speak honestly, and explore what feels out of step or painful. Much of what shapes us lives below the surface — old patterns, shame, grief, relationships, the body’s responses. Therapy is a place to bring these into conversation, gently and at your pace, so that new understanding and possibilities can begin to emerge.
I help with anxiety, shame, trauma, relationship patterns and feeling stuck.
People often reach out when something in their life feels heavy, confusing or quietly overwhelming. You don’t need to have a clear story to begin. I offer a calm, confidential space where you can slow down, speak honestly, and explore what feels out of step or painful. Much of what shapes us lives below the surface — old patterns, shame, grief, relationships, the body’s responses. Therapy is a place to bring these into conversation, gently and at your pace, so that new understanding and possibilities can begin to emerge.
I'm Stu, the Lead Therapist and Founder SJR Therapy. I’m passionate about mental health and firmly believe that counselling can change a persons life. I have a wealth of experience in lots of different areas - I worked in education for a number of years, as a counsellor and mentor to teaching staff and students and worked in the financial service industry before changing careers to counselling and psychotherapy. Having struggled with poor mental health myself and receiving therapy as a result, I can totally understand the nerves and anxiety that you may have before you embark on your therapeutic journey but you have nothing to fear.
I'm Stu, the Lead Therapist and Founder SJR Therapy. I’m passionate about mental health and firmly believe that counselling can change a persons life. I have a wealth of experience in lots of different areas - I worked in education for a number of years, as a counsellor and mentor to teaching staff and students and worked in the financial service industry before changing careers to counselling and psychotherapy. Having struggled with poor mental health myself and receiving therapy as a result, I can totally understand the nerves and anxiety that you may have before you embark on your therapeutic journey but you have nothing to fear.
Hi, my name is Jeanette. Are you finding life challenging, difficult or stressful? Are you struggling with anxiety, feeling worried, depressed or emotionally overwhelmed? You are not alone. Therapy can help.
It can be hard to know where to turn for help, however I am here to offer you the support you need to overcome any difficulties you may be facing. Whether you're feeling anxious, low or overwhelmed, CBT can help you gain control over unhelpful thoughts & behaviours which are keeping you stuck in vicious cycles that hinder your personal growth & emotional wellbeing.
Hi, my name is Jeanette. Are you finding life challenging, difficult or stressful? Are you struggling with anxiety, feeling worried, depressed or emotionally overwhelmed? You are not alone. Therapy can help.
It can be hard to know where to turn for help, however I am here to offer you the support you need to overcome any difficulties you may be facing. Whether you're feeling anxious, low or overwhelmed, CBT can help you gain control over unhelpful thoughts & behaviours which are keeping you stuck in vicious cycles that hinder your personal growth & emotional wellbeing.
Hello! I am a friendly, down-to-earth therapist, passionate about the healing work of psychotherapy. Whether you are coming to therapy because of emotional, social or mental heath issues, I am always interested in listening to your own particular story, helping you gain a greater understanding of yourself an achieve a greater sense of well being. Alongside my formal training, I draw from a broad life experience including motherhood, growing up abroad and a career as a professional orchestral musician for the past 20 years, as well as my own therapeutic journey.
Hello! I am a friendly, down-to-earth therapist, passionate about the healing work of psychotherapy. Whether you are coming to therapy because of emotional, social or mental heath issues, I am always interested in listening to your own particular story, helping you gain a greater understanding of yourself an achieve a greater sense of well being. Alongside my formal training, I draw from a broad life experience including motherhood, growing up abroad and a career as a professional orchestral musician for the past 20 years, as well as my own therapeutic journey.
I also have experience and knowledge about working with trauma related to childbirth, sexual abuse, chronic illness and more.
Hi, I'm glad you’re here. I work with people who are looking for a space where they can show up exactly as they are—no masks, no judgment. Tend Counselling is my private practice that I run with my colleague. I'm Chloe, and I'm neurodiversity-affirming and LGBTQ+ inclusive, and I take an integrative approach that pulls from different therapeutic models, such as Psychodynamic and person-centred, to best fit your unique needs, experiences, and goals.
I also have experience and knowledge about working with trauma related to childbirth, sexual abuse, chronic illness and more.
Hi, I'm glad you’re here. I work with people who are looking for a space where they can show up exactly as they are—no masks, no judgment. Tend Counselling is my private practice that I run with my colleague. I'm Chloe, and I'm neurodiversity-affirming and LGBTQ+ inclusive, and I take an integrative approach that pulls from different therapeutic models, such as Psychodynamic and person-centred, to best fit your unique needs, experiences, and goals.
I offer thorough assessment and evidence-based therapy for depression, anxiety (including worry, phobias, social and health anxiety), OCD, PTSD and trauma.
I am trained in CBT and EMDR and have worked in specialist trauma services. I support people with complex childhood trauma as well as those affected by PTSD following specific events. Our work will be tailored to you, combining clear explanations, practical tools and evidence-based therapy approaches.
I offer thorough assessment and evidence-based therapy for depression, anxiety (including worry, phobias, social and health anxiety), OCD, PTSD and trauma.
I am trained in CBT and EMDR and have worked in specialist trauma services. I support people with complex childhood trauma as well as those affected by PTSD following specific events. Our work will be tailored to you, combining clear explanations, practical tools and evidence-based therapy approaches.
I work with adults facing challenges such as anxiety, stress, depression, relationship difficulties, loss, low self-esteem, trauma and the lasting impact of past experiences.
I offer a safe, non-judgemental and supportive space to slow down, make sense of things, and feel grounded. I’m a highly qualified, trauma-informed Integrative psychotherapist and mindfulness teacher, with 20 years' experience in health and education. I'm empathic, honest and compassionate. I specialise in attachment work and compassion focused therapy.
I work with adults facing challenges such as anxiety, stress, depression, relationship difficulties, loss, low self-esteem, trauma and the lasting impact of past experiences.
I offer a safe, non-judgemental and supportive space to slow down, make sense of things, and feel grounded. I’m a highly qualified, trauma-informed Integrative psychotherapist and mindfulness teacher, with 20 years' experience in health and education. I'm empathic, honest and compassionate. I specialise in attachment work and compassion focused therapy.
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The majority of my clients have experienced some sort of trauma, issues with anxiety, depression and various types of addiction along with with various mental health issues.
I’m Rizwan, a qualified counsellor and psychotherapist here to support you on your journey to positive change. I believe that meaningful transformation becomes easier when you have the right guidance and support in place.
My approach to therapy is person-centered, where your voice, concerns, and unique experiences are at the heart of everything we do together. What does this mean for you? It means that the support you receive will be tailored to your needs, and our conversations will always put your life and goals at the forefront.
The majority of my clients have experienced some sort of trauma, issues with anxiety, depression and various types of addiction along with with various mental health issues.
I’m Rizwan, a qualified counsellor and psychotherapist here to support you on your journey to positive change. I believe that meaningful transformation becomes easier when you have the right guidance and support in place.
My approach to therapy is person-centered, where your voice, concerns, and unique experiences are at the heart of everything we do together. What does this mean for you? It means that the support you receive will be tailored to your needs, and our conversations will always put your life and goals at the forefront.
Are you struggling with trauma, low self esteem, depression, self sabotaging behaviours, relationships, obsessions ,anxiety, or major life events?
I offer a range of effective , high quality and evidence based treatments. This includes, Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing(EMDR), Cognitive behavioural therapy(CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Exposure, DBT Skills, TFP Psychotherapy, and Motivational Interviewing & Life Coaching.
Are you struggling with trauma, low self esteem, depression, self sabotaging behaviours, relationships, obsessions ,anxiety, or major life events?
I offer a range of effective , high quality and evidence based treatments. This includes, Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing(EMDR), Cognitive behavioural therapy(CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Exposure, DBT Skills, TFP Psychotherapy, and Motivational Interviewing & Life Coaching.
My practice is rooted in trauma-informed and trauma-responsive techniques, which I have developed through extensive research, training, and specialised supervision.
Sometimes the issues we face paralyse us with anxieties. Sometimes we have no one in our lives who are able to help or we may not want to burden others. It’s difficult to trust people with our innermost worries, feelings and thoughts. Yet we all need help to get through difficult periods in our lives. It may be that friends and family tell us to stop dwelling on the past or try and move on. But no matter how hard we try, the past hangs around to haunt us or we have no words to describe what we feel. Additionally, we may wish to explore our experience for personal or professional reasons.
My practice is rooted in trauma-informed and trauma-responsive techniques, which I have developed through extensive research, training, and specialised supervision.
Sometimes the issues we face paralyse us with anxieties. Sometimes we have no one in our lives who are able to help or we may not want to burden others. It’s difficult to trust people with our innermost worries, feelings and thoughts. Yet we all need help to get through difficult periods in our lives. It may be that friends and family tell us to stop dwelling on the past or try and move on. But no matter how hard we try, the past hangs around to haunt us or we have no words to describe what we feel. Additionally, we may wish to explore our experience for personal or professional reasons.
I work with clients who are experiencing low mood, anxiety, and trauma/ PTSD.
Cognitive behavioural therapy starts with making connections in your day to day life between your thoughts, emotions, and behaviour. For many this is where the main work happens. For others we may explore past experiences or events they believe have shaped who they are or how they apporach the world. I tailor therapy to your needs and you set the pace.
I work with clients who are experiencing low mood, anxiety, and trauma/ PTSD.
Cognitive behavioural therapy starts with making connections in your day to day life between your thoughts, emotions, and behaviour. For many this is where the main work happens. For others we may explore past experiences or events they believe have shaped who they are or how they apporach the world. I tailor therapy to your needs and you set the pace.
Most people I work with are functioning well on the outside, but struggling internally with burnout, chronic stress, anxiety or the impact of trauma.
I am a Consultant Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years’ experience across the NHS and specialist services, and hold an MSc in Psychological Approaches to Trauma. My work combines CBT and trauma-focused therapy with a focus on sustainable behavioural change in areas such as stress, health and daily functioning.
Most people I work with are functioning well on the outside, but struggling internally with burnout, chronic stress, anxiety or the impact of trauma.
I am a Consultant Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years’ experience across the NHS and specialist services, and hold an MSc in Psychological Approaches to Trauma. My work combines CBT and trauma-focused therapy with a focus on sustainable behavioural change in areas such as stress, health and daily functioning.
If you’re caught in cycles of anxiety, overwhelm, self-doubt, or people-pleasing, this work helps you understand why — and how to change it.
We start by looking at where you are now: what’s not working, what’s keeping you stuck, and where you’d like to go. From there, we create a practical, personalised plan using brain-based tools, emotional insight, and evidence-informed strategies to shift the patterns underneath the surface to reduce anxiety and overwhelm, build self-confidence and clarity, break unhelpful thought and behaviour patterns.
This isn’t about quick fixes or crisis support. It’s steady, supported change.
If you’re caught in cycles of anxiety, overwhelm, self-doubt, or people-pleasing, this work helps you understand why — and how to change it.
We start by looking at where you are now: what’s not working, what’s keeping you stuck, and where you’d like to go. From there, we create a practical, personalised plan using brain-based tools, emotional insight, and evidence-informed strategies to shift the patterns underneath the surface to reduce anxiety and overwhelm, build self-confidence and clarity, break unhelpful thought and behaviour patterns.
This isn’t about quick fixes or crisis support. It’s steady, supported change.
I have many years of experience in physical, psychological and brain trauma issues and have developed a integrative approach to helping people manage these issues in their lives.
I take the fact that you are looking at the possibility of entering therapy as a good sign. You may have struggled with your particular issue for years and found some temporary relief from it but now you are hoping that therapy could help you and have an open mind to possibilities to making some permanent changes and acquiring skills to deal with your difficulties going forwards and improving your relationships. If this sounds like your view of change then I have a wide range of experience with both individuals and couples to accompany you on your journey and have a encouraging and supportive approach.
I have many years of experience in physical, psychological and brain trauma issues and have developed a integrative approach to helping people manage these issues in their lives.
I take the fact that you are looking at the possibility of entering therapy as a good sign. You may have struggled with your particular issue for years and found some temporary relief from it but now you are hoping that therapy could help you and have an open mind to possibilities to making some permanent changes and acquiring skills to deal with your difficulties going forwards and improving your relationships. If this sounds like your view of change then I have a wide range of experience with both individuals and couples to accompany you on your journey and have a encouraging and supportive approach.
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Trauma and PTSD Counsellors
When should I seek treatment for trauma?
Not everyone who undergoes trauma needs therapy to heal, but many do. If, after experiencing a traumatic event, you find yourself struggling with symptoms such as nightmares, dissociation, irritability, or emotional numbness—especially if these symptoms last more than a month and are severe enough to interfere with your daily functioning—you may benefit from seeking out therapy with a trauma-informed provider.
How long does trauma therapy take?
Different types of therapy for trauma unfold on different timelines. Prolonged exposure therapy and cognitive processing therapy, for example, each take about three months, while trauma-informed CBT may last anywhere from 8 to 25 sessions. Other approaches, especially those that are less structured or that incorporate elements from multiple modalities, may be more open-ended, though many patients report feeling better within the first few months of treatment.
What happens if trauma is left untreated?
Unaddressed trauma can have serious—even devastating—effects on relationships, career, and day-to-day functioning. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can lead people to distrust or lash out at others, making it difficult to maintain intimate relationships; it can also trigger symptoms such as flashbacks or hyperreactivity that can interfere with a person’s ability to function effectively, personally and/or professionally. Some sufferers turn to drugs to find relief. Symptoms may lessen on their own with time, but there is no guarantee that PTSD will resolve on its own.
Can PTSD come back after treatment?
It is possible for PTSD symptoms to recur months or years after successful treatment. This is because, like most mental health disorders, it is not possible to “cure” PTSD, and stressful life events may cause symptoms to recur in even the most resilient individuals. There is no shame in re-experiencing PTSD symptoms nor in returning to therapy when such relapses occur; indeed, many forms of trauma therapy explicitly encourage periodic “maintenance sessions” to reinforce coping skills and ensure that symptoms stay manageable.