Trauma and PTSD Counselling in Leicester
These might include feelings of anxiety, depression, trauma, racism, prejudice, relationship issues, and loss..
My role is to facilitate sessions which help you to build capacity for experiencing emotions which may have previously felt overwhelming or uncomfortable. I am patient, empathetic, and committed to supporting you throughout your therapeutic journey. I believe in the power of synergy - working together to explore and address your concerns and aspirations.
These might include feelings of anxiety, depression, trauma, racism, prejudice, relationship issues, and loss..
My role is to facilitate sessions which help you to build capacity for experiencing emotions which may have previously felt overwhelming or uncomfortable. I am patient, empathetic, and committed to supporting you throughout your therapeutic journey. I believe in the power of synergy - working together to explore and address your concerns and aspirations.
Before becoming a therapist, I worked across charity and community services, supporting people with complex needs, mental health challenges, domestic abuse, and relational trauma, contributing to over a decade of experience in frontline relational and mental health roles.
I am a Humanistic and Integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist. I offer a warm, empathetic, and confidential space where I aim for you to feel truly heard and understood. By working at your pace, safely and ethically, I aim to build a consistent and secure relationship based on trust and rapport. I provide a non-judgmental environment where you can explore whatever you need and I will hold with compassion and respect. Together we will work collaboratively to explore your present challenges and underlying pattern.
Book a free 20-minute introduction call and let’s explore how we can work together.
Before becoming a therapist, I worked across charity and community services, supporting people with complex needs, mental health challenges, domestic abuse, and relational trauma, contributing to over a decade of experience in frontline relational and mental health roles.
I am a Humanistic and Integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist. I offer a warm, empathetic, and confidential space where I aim for you to feel truly heard and understood. By working at your pace, safely and ethically, I aim to build a consistent and secure relationship based on trust and rapport. I provide a non-judgmental environment where you can explore whatever you need and I will hold with compassion and respect. Together we will work collaboratively to explore your present challenges and underlying pattern.
Book a free 20-minute introduction call and let’s explore how we can work together.
Main issues: anxiety, low mood, panic, shame, perfectionism, emotional numbness, and the impact of childhood trauma.
You're holding everything together — work, relationships, responsibilities — and doing it well enough that nobody would guess the effort it actually takes. But privately something won't shift. The anxiety that appears for no obvious reason. The relationships that follow the same exhausting patterns. The flatness that success hasn't touched.
You've probably tried to address it. Got some tools, felt better for a while. But something underneath keeps reasserting itself — and you're right that it does.
I've spent 30 years helping people understand what's actually driving their experience, not just manage the symptoms.
Main issues: anxiety, low mood, panic, shame, perfectionism, emotional numbness, and the impact of childhood trauma.
You're holding everything together — work, relationships, responsibilities — and doing it well enough that nobody would guess the effort it actually takes. But privately something won't shift. The anxiety that appears for no obvious reason. The relationships that follow the same exhausting patterns. The flatness that success hasn't touched.
You've probably tried to address it. Got some tools, felt better for a while. But something underneath keeps reasserting itself — and you're right that it does.
I've spent 30 years helping people understand what's actually driving their experience, not just manage the symptoms.
I also offer EMDR therapy for clients who have experienced shock or trauma.
I have a lot of experience working with trauma and abuse. This can sometimes be longer term but the benefits and rewards are life changing. You are in complete control of your sessions. I also offer a space for EMDR . A fantastic treatment for clients to work through things like shock/ trauma, abuse, anxiety, addiction, grief, and complex grief.
I also offer EMDR therapy for clients who have experienced shock or trauma.
I have a lot of experience working with trauma and abuse. This can sometimes be longer term but the benefits and rewards are life changing. You are in complete control of your sessions. I also offer a space for EMDR . A fantastic treatment for clients to work through things like shock/ trauma, abuse, anxiety, addiction, grief, and complex grief.
I draw from a range of different ways of working that fits your needs, including EMDR if you're experiencing PTSD.
I work with a broad range of clients aged 18 and above from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and occupations facing a wide variety of issues. You may want short term therapy to work on a particular problem; or you may want a more long term approach to work through the patterns you have noticed in your relationships with others and how you feel about yourself.
I draw from a range of different ways of working that fits your needs, including EMDR if you're experiencing PTSD.
I work with a broad range of clients aged 18 and above from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and occupations facing a wide variety of issues. You may want short term therapy to work on a particular problem; or you may want a more long term approach to work through the patterns you have noticed in your relationships with others and how you feel about yourself.
Hi! I'm Karly. I work online in Leicester but offer my services all over the world. I'd love to collaborate with you on moving forward with the problems that have bought you here.
I often work with women, particularly those who seem to have the same relationship patterns on repeat. Same relationship, different partner.
Or those who struggle with expressing what they need and the boundaries that protect them.
Even the big questions, like who am I? A mum, a wife, a daughter? Thats not all I promise.
I'm an enthusiastic supporter that will cheer you on, check you if you're out of order but always (and I mean that), always be there
Hi! I'm Karly. I work online in Leicester but offer my services all over the world. I'd love to collaborate with you on moving forward with the problems that have bought you here.
I often work with women, particularly those who seem to have the same relationship patterns on repeat. Same relationship, different partner.
Or those who struggle with expressing what they need and the boundaries that protect them.
Even the big questions, like who am I? A mum, a wife, a daughter? Thats not all I promise.
I'm an enthusiastic supporter that will cheer you on, check you if you're out of order but always (and I mean that), always be there
I'm a qualified psychotherapist and counsellor with an MA in Psychosynthesis Psychology and over 25 years' experience in children and family social care, bringing a deep understanding of trauma and its long-term impact.
I work with people who feel anxious, low, or stuck, often as a result of early life experiences that continue to affect their confidence, relationships, and sense of direction. Many of my clients also feel burned out or exhausted from coping on their own.
With over 25 years’ experience in children and family social care, I bring a deep understanding of how early experiences shape how we see ourselves, relate to others, and cope in everyday life.
I'm a qualified psychotherapist and counsellor with an MA in Psychosynthesis Psychology and over 25 years' experience in children and family social care, bringing a deep understanding of trauma and its long-term impact.
I work with people who feel anxious, low, or stuck, often as a result of early life experiences that continue to affect their confidence, relationships, and sense of direction. Many of my clients also feel burned out or exhausted from coping on their own.
With over 25 years’ experience in children and family social care, I bring a deep understanding of how early experiences shape how we see ourselves, relate to others, and cope in everyday life.
We'll explore your history - generational patterns before & after your birth, your childhood, your relationships, any trauma’s, & find a holistic route to understand why you may respond to situations / relationships / yourself in the way that you do.
We may creatively incorporate spirituality, walking, nature, journalling, guided breathing & body work as part of your healing, if appropriate. I have particular experience in guiding clients through sexual trauma, feelings of being different or ‘other’, loneliness, low self-worth / self-esteem, traumatic childhood / relationship(s) and couples therapy.
We'll explore your history - generational patterns before & after your birth, your childhood, your relationships, any trauma’s, & find a holistic route to understand why you may respond to situations / relationships / yourself in the way that you do.
We may creatively incorporate spirituality, walking, nature, journalling, guided breathing & body work as part of your healing, if appropriate. I have particular experience in guiding clients through sexual trauma, feelings of being different or ‘other’, loneliness, low self-worth / self-esteem, traumatic childhood / relationship(s) and couples therapy.
I am a professionally qualified, experienced counsellor and clinical supervisor based in Leicestershire. I have over 23 years of experience working within a wide range of wellbeing, therapy, health & fitness industries. I have a humanistic approach to therapy; I have collated my knowledge from several different therapeutic disciplines which has helped me blend a unique approach for my clients.
When you access my wellbeing services you can gain a greater understanding of your life.
I am a professionally qualified, experienced counsellor and clinical supervisor based in Leicestershire. I have over 23 years of experience working within a wide range of wellbeing, therapy, health & fitness industries. I have a humanistic approach to therapy; I have collated my knowledge from several different therapeutic disciplines which has helped me blend a unique approach for my clients.
When you access my wellbeing services you can gain a greater understanding of your life.
I have many years experience working with a range of different issues such as trauma, depression, anxiety, bereavement and loss, self esteem, relationship issues.
My specialist areas of working are Relationships, anxiety and trauma and abuse, I also have a lot of experience working with children and young people.
I have many years experience working with a range of different issues such as trauma, depression, anxiety, bereavement and loss, self esteem, relationship issues.
My specialist areas of working are Relationships, anxiety and trauma and abuse, I also have a lot of experience working with children and young people.
As a presence-focused therapist, I offer a mindful and caring approach to help you find mental clarity, emotional strength, and self-confidence. My aim is to support you in processing past experiences so you can enjoy the present moment and feel more connected to yourself and the world around you.
My approach draws from various therapies, including Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Emotion-Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT), and Cognitive and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
As a presence-focused therapist, I offer a mindful and caring approach to help you find mental clarity, emotional strength, and self-confidence. My aim is to support you in processing past experiences so you can enjoy the present moment and feel more connected to yourself and the world around you.
My approach draws from various therapies, including Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Emotion-Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT), and Cognitive and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
Let’s talk about you. You’re here because of recent events or feelings or because your past is causing you deep distress and sadness. This is stopping you from getting on and enjoying life. At times you feel alone, confused and low on confidence. Talking to someone like me with experience and training will help you to make sense of what’s going on for you and also to overcome it , let go and move past it. If what’s happened to you is causing you to feel depressed, anxious, alone, confused or low on confidence then you’re in the right place. Let’s work together and overcome your difficulties.
Let’s talk about you. You’re here because of recent events or feelings or because your past is causing you deep distress and sadness. This is stopping you from getting on and enjoying life. At times you feel alone, confused and low on confidence. Talking to someone like me with experience and training will help you to make sense of what’s going on for you and also to overcome it , let go and move past it. If what’s happened to you is causing you to feel depressed, anxious, alone, confused or low on confidence then you’re in the right place. Let’s work together and overcome your difficulties.
I am passionate about providing a therapeutic service to help people of all ages with their presenting issues, to support their mental health and wellbeing and to assist them with strategies and skills that can prevent their troubles from escalating. We are all just trying our best in this busy world but sometimes need a little support along the way, especially in times of difficulty. I developed Sunrise Wellbeing to provide a bespoke emotional support service, tailored to meet each individual’s needs. Through a friendly integrative approach, we can work together to understand emotions and develop healthy coping strategies.
I am passionate about providing a therapeutic service to help people of all ages with their presenting issues, to support their mental health and wellbeing and to assist them with strategies and skills that can prevent their troubles from escalating. We are all just trying our best in this busy world but sometimes need a little support along the way, especially in times of difficulty. I developed Sunrise Wellbeing to provide a bespoke emotional support service, tailored to meet each individual’s needs. Through a friendly integrative approach, we can work together to understand emotions and develop healthy coping strategies.
My specialism is trauma, in particular that associated with child sexual abuse and sexual violence.
Hi! I'm Hayley and I'm a fully qualified and experienced counsellor. You might be wondering whether counselling is for you so let me tell you a little bit about what to expect. Counselling provides a space for you to talk openly at your pace without judgement. I will listen to your worries, and provide you with empathy and compassion in a pocket of time that is just for you. Our counselling relationship is built on trust and we will work together at your pace. I will encourage you to share your thoughts and emotions safely in order to explore solutions. Humour is important too so we will also celebrate the good times.
My specialism is trauma, in particular that associated with child sexual abuse and sexual violence.
Hi! I'm Hayley and I'm a fully qualified and experienced counsellor. You might be wondering whether counselling is for you so let me tell you a little bit about what to expect. Counselling provides a space for you to talk openly at your pace without judgement. I will listen to your worries, and provide you with empathy and compassion in a pocket of time that is just for you. Our counselling relationship is built on trust and we will work together at your pace. I will encourage you to share your thoughts and emotions safely in order to explore solutions. Humour is important too so we will also celebrate the good times.
I work with clients with a variety of issues, including self esteem, trauma, shame, guilt, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, addiction, EUPD, both male and female child and adult abuse, PTSD, ADHD, ASD and many others.
Hi I'm Chris and based in LE1 Leicester. I'm a psychotherapist and an accredited member of the BACP. Leicester Therapy serves Leicester and Leicestershire and also offer EMDR. If you are struggling with something in your life at the moment and want to take that first step towards change I am here to help you. My priority is to provide you with a safe, confidential space and to support you through the whole process. As a integrative therapist I practice in a non-judgemental, ethical, structured way and can help you to develop your solutions that will help you change and grow.
I work with clients with a variety of issues, including self esteem, trauma, shame, guilt, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, addiction, EUPD, both male and female child and adult abuse, PTSD, ADHD, ASD and many others.
Hi I'm Chris and based in LE1 Leicester. I'm a psychotherapist and an accredited member of the BACP. Leicester Therapy serves Leicester and Leicestershire and also offer EMDR. If you are struggling with something in your life at the moment and want to take that first step towards change I am here to help you. My priority is to provide you with a safe, confidential space and to support you through the whole process. As a integrative therapist I practice in a non-judgemental, ethical, structured way and can help you to develop your solutions that will help you change and grow.
Hello, my name is Cara, I’m a Creative Arts Therapist and a qualified Clinical Supervisor. Maybe your child/teenager is acting out and you just don’t know what to do next, maybe they’ve been through a difficult experience recently or in the past and need some help processing what happened to them. I’ve worked with many children and I want to be able to offer your child a safe and confidential environment to explore what is going on for them right now They can then begin to feel better about themselves and continue to have the positive experiences from life that they deserve.
Sometimes finding the right words to communicate is hard.
Hello, my name is Cara, I’m a Creative Arts Therapist and a qualified Clinical Supervisor. Maybe your child/teenager is acting out and you just don’t know what to do next, maybe they’ve been through a difficult experience recently or in the past and need some help processing what happened to them. I’ve worked with many children and I want to be able to offer your child a safe and confidential environment to explore what is going on for them right now They can then begin to feel better about themselves and continue to have the positive experiences from life that they deserve.
Sometimes finding the right words to communicate is hard.
I am experienced in working with a range of different issues from anxiety and depression through to bereavement, trauma and abuse.
I work in an integrative way. I use a range of different therapeutic styles meaning that each session is as unique as my client's circumstances. By working through past and present traumas together the aim is to help clients explore the parts of themselves that are causing distress and find a way to reduce the negative impact they're having on everyday life.
I am experienced in working with a range of different issues from anxiety and depression through to bereavement, trauma and abuse.
I work in an integrative way. I use a range of different therapeutic styles meaning that each session is as unique as my client's circumstances. By working through past and present traumas together the aim is to help clients explore the parts of themselves that are causing distress and find a way to reduce the negative impact they're having on everyday life.
I am a person centered and psychodynamic counsellor incorporating CBT and solution focused creative techniques such as art therapy, guided imagery and visualisation, meditation and the Rewind technique (for trauma).
I offer a non-judgemental, empathetic space for clients. Giving people ways to change their difficult feelings connected to their painful memories and past traumatic experiences, developing healthy coping mechanisms and providing mindfulness teachings to take away practical skills.
I am a person centered and psychodynamic counsellor incorporating CBT and solution focused creative techniques such as art therapy, guided imagery and visualisation, meditation and the Rewind technique (for trauma).
I offer a non-judgemental, empathetic space for clients. Giving people ways to change their difficult feelings connected to their painful memories and past traumatic experiences, developing healthy coping mechanisms and providing mindfulness teachings to take away practical skills.
I offer trauma based therapies, EMDR, DBT, CFT, CBT, ACT and attachment informed approach.
Life is full of events, relationships, stresses and strains and all these impact on us in many different ways. It can affect all the important things to us such as school, work, relationships and our own perception of ourselves. This can be tiring and overwhelming. Fortunately, it doesn’t have to be this way and I believe strongly that a person can benefit from having a space to discuss their feelings and develop ideas and strategies to improve their emotional wellbeing.
I offer trauma based therapies, EMDR, DBT, CFT, CBT, ACT and attachment informed approach.
Life is full of events, relationships, stresses and strains and all these impact on us in many different ways. It can affect all the important things to us such as school, work, relationships and our own perception of ourselves. This can be tiring and overwhelming. Fortunately, it doesn’t have to be this way and I believe strongly that a person can benefit from having a space to discuss their feelings and develop ideas and strategies to improve their emotional wellbeing.
I specialise in trauma-informed work, bereavement, child or baby loss, an infertility.
I began my professional journey in a legal background, but my personal life experiences have truly shaped my understanding of people and the world around us. These experiences have deepened my empathy and helped me appreciate just how much we can carry beneath the surface, often silently. I retrained as a counsellor so I can reach people who need support, and help them so they’re not alone. My role is to walk alongside you as you explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences, helping you to better understand yourself and your environment, whether that’s in your personal life or at work.
I specialise in trauma-informed work, bereavement, child or baby loss, an infertility.
I began my professional journey in a legal background, but my personal life experiences have truly shaped my understanding of people and the world around us. These experiences have deepened my empathy and helped me appreciate just how much we can carry beneath the surface, often silently. I retrained as a counsellor so I can reach people who need support, and help them so they’re not alone. My role is to walk alongside you as you explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences, helping you to better understand yourself and your environment, whether that’s in your personal life or at work.
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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.