Trauma Focused Counselling in Leicester

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Edgars Semenovs
Counsellor, MBACP
Online Only
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.
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Stacey Philippa Whitehead
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Online Only
My background includes working in private practice with adults and children, residential and fostercare and mainsteam and special education. I offer therapeutic support to children and adults with a range of complex needs, including trauma, self-harm, mental health, relationship and parenting challenges. I offer online counselling only, which allows you to connect with me from the comfort and safety of your own space, creating a flexible and supportive environment for healing and growth. I also have many years experience working with couples and families.
My background includes working in private practice with adults and children, residential and fostercare and mainsteam and special education. I offer therapeutic support to children and adults with a range of complex needs, including trauma, self-harm, mental health, relationship and parenting challenges. I offer online counselling only, which allows you to connect with me from the comfort and safety of your own space, creating a flexible and supportive environment for healing and growth. I also have many years experience working with couples and families.
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Emily Kirby
Counsellor, MBACP
Online Only
Hi there, I’m Emily. I’m a qualified integrative counsellor and a Registered Member of the BACP (British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists). Counselling means different things to different people. For some, it helps them make sense of current challenges, which could be in their relationships, at work, or due to unexpected events that have knocked them off their feet For others, it’s a safe place to explore past events, vulnerabilities, or traumas that shape the way they live, and which create patterns of behaviour that they want to move on from.
Hi there, I’m Emily. I’m a qualified integrative counsellor and a Registered Member of the BACP (British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists). Counselling means different things to different people. For some, it helps them make sense of current challenges, which could be in their relationships, at work, or due to unexpected events that have knocked them off their feet For others, it’s a safe place to explore past events, vulnerabilities, or traumas that shape the way they live, and which create patterns of behaviour that they want to move on from.
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Laylah Counselling
Counsellor, UKCP Trainee
Starting therapy can feel like a big step, especially if you’ve been holding things in for a long time. But you don’t have to have it all figured out to begin. Whatever you're carrying, you deserve support that sees the whole you, not just the symptoms. We’re here to walk alongside you with care, compassion and no judgment. If something in you is ready for change, we’re ready to meet you there. When you're ready, we’re here to listen and begin the work together.
Starting therapy can feel like a big step, especially if you’ve been holding things in for a long time. But you don’t have to have it all figured out to begin. Whatever you're carrying, you deserve support that sees the whole you, not just the symptoms. We’re here to walk alongside you with care, compassion and no judgment. If something in you is ready for change, we’re ready to meet you there. When you're ready, we’re here to listen and begin the work together.
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Claire Comery
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
2 Endorsed
Hi, I’m Claire, an experienced Psychotherapist, offering a confidential service in Leicester and the surrounding areas. I am a qualified psychotherapist as well as a qualified Social Worker, with many years of experience helping people to manage emotional distress and personal difficulties. I work with adults and young people who are looking to engage in therapy to understand and work through presenting issues in their lives which are causing them upset or distress in themselves, or within their relationships.
Hi, I’m Claire, an experienced Psychotherapist, offering a confidential service in Leicester and the surrounding areas. I am a qualified psychotherapist as well as a qualified Social Worker, with many years of experience helping people to manage emotional distress and personal difficulties. I work with adults and young people who are looking to engage in therapy to understand and work through presenting issues in their lives which are causing them upset or distress in themselves, or within their relationships.
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Chris Parker
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
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.
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.
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Hayley Banks
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
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.
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.
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Shaun Lewis
Psychotherapist, MBACP Snr. Accred
Most of us go through times when we feel low, worried or anxious. This might be linked to things like anxiety, panic attacks, night terrors or depression, or it may be a general sense of feeling down without knowing why. Talking with an experienced therapist can offer a calm, confidential and non-judgemental space to explore what’s troubling you, and to gently make sense of how your life experiences may be affecting how you feel now.
Most of us go through times when we feel low, worried or anxious. This might be linked to things like anxiety, panic attacks, night terrors or depression, or it may be a general sense of feeling down without knowing why. Talking with an experienced therapist can offer a calm, confidential and non-judgemental space to explore what’s troubling you, and to gently make sense of how your life experiences may be affecting how you feel now.
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AK Wellbeing - Online and Phone
Counsellor, MBACP
Online Only
Embarking on counselling may feel overwhelming, but you're not alone—I'm here to guide and support you. Together, we'll develop strategies to empower you in facing challenges, building coping mechanisms, and achieving growth. Whether your journey is short or long-term, my commitment is to your wellbeing. Each path is unique, and your journey is exclusively yours. I'll walk beside you, offering guidance and support as you navigate this transformative process. You can overcome challenges and embrace positive change. I provide an environment that's secure, confidential, and judgment-free, prioritising your privacy and peace.
Embarking on counselling may feel overwhelming, but you're not alone—I'm here to guide and support you. Together, we'll develop strategies to empower you in facing challenges, building coping mechanisms, and achieving growth. Whether your journey is short or long-term, my commitment is to your wellbeing. Each path is unique, and your journey is exclusively yours. I'll walk beside you, offering guidance and support as you navigate this transformative process. You can overcome challenges and embrace positive change. I provide an environment that's secure, confidential, and judgment-free, prioritising your privacy and peace.
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Dr Gracie McLaven
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
You may feel weighed down by past experiences, anxious or low, or stuck in patterns that don’t seem to shift. Perhaps you’ve tried coping on your own or even had therapy before, but something still feels unresolved. You might struggle in relationships, feel disconnected. My clients are those who long to understand themselves more deeply, heal from the past, and create calmer, more fulfilling lives.
You may feel weighed down by past experiences, anxious or low, or stuck in patterns that don’t seem to shift. Perhaps you’ve tried coping on your own or even had therapy before, but something still feels unresolved. You might struggle in relationships, feel disconnected. My clients are those who long to understand themselves more deeply, heal from the past, and create calmer, more fulfilling lives.
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Rima Sidhpara
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
I offer an initial consultation, which is also an opportunity to assess whether my style of working is for you. My aim is to help individuals and couples address the causes of their problems, reduce symptoms and move forward in life. I can work with most adult mental health issues , and I specialise in Borderline personality disorder/EUPD, Trauma, and PTSD.
I offer an initial consultation, which is also an opportunity to assess whether my style of working is for you. My aim is to help individuals and couples address the causes of their problems, reduce symptoms and move forward in life. I can work with most adult mental health issues , and I specialise in Borderline personality disorder/EUPD, Trauma, and PTSD.
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Jo Pitfield
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Online Only
I am a Humanistic and Integrative Psychotherapist and Counsellor who believes in the uniqueness of every individual. My approach is holistic, taking into account both mind and body, and rooted in the belief that our early developmental and relational experiences significantly shape who we are. Drawing on a range of psychological theories, I tailor the therapeutic process to meet each person’s specific needs. This integrative approach allows for flexibility and depth, supporting growth, healing, and meaningful change in a way that feels authentic to you.
I am a Humanistic and Integrative Psychotherapist and Counsellor who believes in the uniqueness of every individual. My approach is holistic, taking into account both mind and body, and rooted in the belief that our early developmental and relational experiences significantly shape who we are. Drawing on a range of psychological theories, I tailor the therapeutic process to meet each person’s specific needs. This integrative approach allows for flexibility and depth, supporting growth, healing, and meaningful change in a way that feels authentic to you.
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Cecilia O'Hare
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
We live in anxiety provoking society and yet we want to thrive not just survive. How to manage stress and disappointment from our distressing environment is very critical on our daily basis. I believe we have all our innate power to grow and achieve things we want to through our self reflection.
We live in anxiety provoking society and yet we want to thrive not just survive. How to manage stress and disappointment from our distressing environment is very critical on our daily basis. I believe we have all our innate power to grow and achieve things we want to through our self reflection.
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Shelley Smith - Sunrise Wellbeing
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
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.
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Photo of Cara Cramp - Cara Cramp, MBACP at Freedom Creative Arts Therapy, Psychotherapist, MA
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.
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Knighton counselling
Counsellor, MBACP Snr. Accred
I have been in practice for 25 years and during that time helped hundreds of clients with a wide range of emotional issues. I am a compassionate and approachable person that clients trust and feel at ease with. Relationship breakdowns and difficulties can leave people feeling lost and confused counselling can help them through this process of change . Past difficult experiences can have an impact on their lives in a negative way , I can help clients process past trauma so that they can live a more happy life. I was the clinical supervisor at a womens sexual abuse charity and the clinical lead of a cancer charity for 3 years .
I have been in practice for 25 years and during that time helped hundreds of clients with a wide range of emotional issues. I am a compassionate and approachable person that clients trust and feel at ease with. Relationship breakdowns and difficulties can leave people feeling lost and confused counselling can help them through this process of change . Past difficult experiences can have an impact on their lives in a negative way , I can help clients process past trauma so that they can live a more happy life. I was the clinical supervisor at a womens sexual abuse charity and the clinical lead of a cancer charity for 3 years .
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Compassionate Thinking
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
Hello, My name is Jeanette and I am a clinical psychologist who has worked with clients across the lifespan. I feel very privileged people are able to share their issues/worries/challenges with me and we work together either in therapy or coaching to find a positive outcome or resolution for the person.
Hello, My name is Jeanette and I am a clinical psychologist who has worked with clients across the lifespan. I feel very privileged people are able to share their issues/worries/challenges with me and we work together either in therapy or coaching to find a positive outcome or resolution for the person.
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Aqeela Marie
Psychotherapist, MSc, BACP
1 Endorsed
Im an experienced Trauma focused Psychotherapist, holding a safe non-shaming space for you.
As your therapist, I can guide & nurture you towards calm, self-confidence & change. 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. Maybe you’ve heard of shadow work? How the unconscious parts of ourselves create both helpful & unhelpful patterns in our behaviour & relationships. I work from a therapeutic garden space and I also offer zoom & walk-and-talk sessions at The Botanic Gardens in Leicester.
Im an experienced Trauma focused Psychotherapist, holding a safe non-shaming space for you.
As your therapist, I can guide & nurture you towards calm, self-confidence & change. 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. Maybe you’ve heard of shadow work? How the unconscious parts of ourselves create both helpful & unhelpful patterns in our behaviour & relationships. I work from a therapeutic garden space and I also offer zoom & walk-and-talk sessions at The Botanic Gardens in Leicester.
0116 497 6732 View 0116 497 6732
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Jimi Katsis
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Online Only
Your issues might be anxiety, depression, overthinking, people-pleasing, numbness, or feeling “stuck” in the same loops—often linked to earlier experiences you’ve minimised. You need a place to drop the mask and feel met with warmth and honesty. Your goals are calm, clarity, better boundaries and relationships that feel safer. You want therapy because you’re tired of managing alone and want lasting change.
Your issues might be anxiety, depression, overthinking, people-pleasing, numbness, or feeling “stuck” in the same loops—often linked to earlier experiences you’ve minimised. You need a place to drop the mask and feel met with warmth and honesty. Your goals are calm, clarity, better boundaries and relationships that feel safer. You want therapy because you’re tired of managing alone and want lasting change.
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My name is Sarah and I am a BACP registered therapist working in Queniborough. Therapy can provide space to gain clarity, insight and to move forwards. I offer a warm, empathic and non-judgmental ear and space to process at a pace that is right for you. I offer individual counselling to address all sorts of difficulties which include: anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, self-harm, panic, unwanted thoughts, family and relationship problems, divorce, bereavement, past issues, childhood abuse, addiction, confidence issues.  However, some people don’t know why they are feeling the way they do and sometimes just don’t feel right.
My name is Sarah and I am a BACP registered therapist working in Queniborough. Therapy can provide space to gain clarity, insight and to move forwards. I offer a warm, empathic and non-judgmental ear and space to process at a pace that is right for you. I offer individual counselling to address all sorts of difficulties which include: anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, self-harm, panic, unwanted thoughts, family and relationship problems, divorce, bereavement, past issues, childhood abuse, addiction, confidence issues.  However, some people don’t know why they are feeling the way they do and sometimes just don’t feel right.
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