Trauma and PTSD Counselling in Lincoln
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Debbie Washington
Counsellor, MNCS Accred
Verified
Verified
I believe an important part of counselling is creating a collaborative and non-judgemental environment I am experienced in providing therapy for a wide range of mental health, psychological and emotional issues including generalised anxiety disorder,
PTSD
, self-confidence, depression and self-esteem and trauma issues.
Hello, my name is Debbie I am an experienced psychotherapist and trainer. My belief is relationship is the key to successful therapy as this allows trust, respect and mutuality to build resulting in an open, honest, safe space in which to work. I aim to create a space that will allow you to explore your difficulties and challenges in an impartial and independent way no matter how large or small the problem.

Daniel James Palmer
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I have experience working with survivors of sexual abuse at Trust House Grantham, I have also worked with people at Lincoln Trauma centre where i work with all different type of clients that include
PTSD
, Addiction, Depression and Anxiety, Stress, relationship and work issues plus many more.
Hey my name is Dan and I offer a counselling service in Sleaford, Grantham and Lincoln. Sometimes Life is difficult and you may not know what to do. You may feel you have no one to talk to or you are not comfortable talking to friends and family. You may prefer to come and talk to someone who can offer you an emphatic and non-judgmental environment for you to discuss your problems and experiences in life.

Dr Sarah Toft Flourish Psychological Services Ltd
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Verified
Having worked for 20 years in the NHS and in recent years within my private practice, I have a wealth of experience working with adults to improve their Psychological well-being, addressing a range of areas, including; anxiety, insomnia, panic, depression, self esteem, relationship concerns, post traumatic stress disorder (
PTSD
), etc. If you wish to make changes in your life, to feel calmer, more confident and less down, then therapy could help you with this.

Andrelax
Psychotherapist, MHGI
Verified
Verified
I deal with all issues: depression, anxiety, relaxation, panic disorders, phobias, school refusal, anger,
PTSD
, OCD, public speaking, children, well-being, grief counselling, relationship counselling and adoloscents.
Human givens practitioners offer practical, solution-focused help that deals with mental and emotional distress in the here and now. They won’t waste time just endlessly listening to you or attempting to dredge up real or imagined miserable memories from the past. Nor do they deal in time-wasting so-called voyages of ‘self-discovery’… Their psychotherapy training ensures that they have a sound body of evidence-based knowledge and the proven skills to help both adults and children as quickly as possible with a wide variety of emotional and behavioural difficulties.

Inner Solutions
Counsellor, MNCS Accred
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My name is Sam. I am an Accredited Adult/Child and Adolescent Counsellor, CBT Therapist, Supervisor, Trainer and Hypnotherapist, with over 12 years therapeutic experience. I work individually with Adults and children experiencing concerns such as Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Stress, Feeling overwhelmed, OCD,
PTSD
, Relationship breakdowns, Divorce, Domestic Abuse, Self harm, Addiction, Low self esteem, Lack of confidence and many other challenges that you may be facing. If you are experiencing current or past problems that are having an impact on you, therapy will give you the opportunity to explore the best ways forward.
Waitlist for new clients

Safe Hands Clinic
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I am particularly interested in helping people heal and improve their relationships both with themselves and others. I will help you make the changes you desire in your life and help you become more comfortable and content in your relationship with yourself. As you do this there will be a natural progression towards healing and improving your relationships with others. As you reconnect with yourself and others you will gain contentment and purpose in your life. Therapy will help if your needs are more complex too. For example if you suffer from post traumatic stress disorder, depression, long-term anxiety or personality disorders.

Lisa Larkin
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified
Verified
Hi, I am an accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) Practitioner offering private appointments in Lincoln. I am an experienced mental health professional (I am a HCPC registered Occupational Therapist), and I work well with clients experiencing all common mental health problems including anxiety disorders, depression and mood related disorders,
PTSD
, eating disorders and phobias. I realise it is a very difficult decision to seek help. It takes a lot of courage. I hope that I can make that journey as easy as possible for you by offering an empathetic and reassuring service.

Diane McCarthy
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Hello I'm Diane a professional counsellor, I offer a safe, empathetic, non judgemental & confidential environment where you can share & explore whatever may be troubling you. By listening and paying special attention to what you are saying we can unravel any confused thoughts, feelings and beliefs, helping you to develop a greater understanding of yourself, your life & your relationships, empowering you to take control over your future. I am experienced and trained in a wide range of Counselling issues such as:- Trauma,
PTSD
, Abuse, depression, anxiety, stress (inc work related), Couples and relationships, bullying, family issues, divorce, separation, low self esteem & confidence and many others.

Elysian Psychology
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Verified
We cover a range of issues including anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, bereavement &
post-traumatic stress
disorder.
We continue to operate using SKYPE sessions, available throughout this difficult time: please don't suffer alone. The aim of Elysian Psychology is to relieve psychological distress and emotional pain by providing therapy which is individually tailored to your needs. We pride ourselves on the expertise of our specialist team of highly qualified Psychologists, alongside prompt and efficient customer service. We aim to provide you with the highest level of care at a time when you may need it most. We are a team of highly specialist Clinical Psychologists and therapists offering private psychological talking therapy in Nottingham.

Lorna Day Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified
Verified
I have trained to counsel my clients online. I know from the work that I have done that it helps people to talk to someone like me. Maybe this is because you don’t know me personally so it is easier to talk of what is bothering you. I can work with you so that you can resolve issues, learn ways of coping , talk about what is upsetting you and get on with the rest of your life feeling more peaceful and less stressed . I work with many issues some of which include bereavement, loss, anger, anxiety, depression, relationships, divorce, sadness. I also work with work related stress and trauma /
PTSD
.

Hidden Gem Psychology Service
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified
Verified
I am passionate about trauma-informed care and utilise a whole-person approach. Trauma can often underpin common mental health difficulties, and I can work with you to process the source of your difficulties and/or focus on your current symptomology. You may wish to focus on your current experiences of depression, anxiety, etc., or wish to address the underlying difficulties that have led to these. I also have a keen interest in complex trauma, dissociation, childhood emotional neglect, medically unexplained symptoms, functional neurological disorder, chronic pain, chronic fatigue and other physical difficulties.

Maya Rosser
Counsellor, MNCS Accred
Verified
Verified
I am a qualified Therapeutic Integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist. I qualified with Devon and Cornwall Counselling Hub and am registered with and adhere to the NCS ( National Counselling Society) ethical framework. If you are feeling overwhelmed by life’s demands, my services aim to introduce clarity and self-motivation. I also teach techniques to better manage the emotional stress of everyday life.

Piece Into Peace
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
Verified
Verified
My name is Peace Anumah and I have been working in the field of mental health since 2004, with over fourteen years experience in the counselling/therapy field. My private practice is pieceintopeace.com. In my practice, I create a safe space where my clients can feel relaxed and can openly speak, scream, cry, vent and charge forward with fierce determination to a more rewarding life. I offer a confidential, non-judgemental space where individuals, couples and families can have time and space to explore and understand their thoughts and feelings, helping them navigate through the complexities of family life, work, relationship etc.

Lisa Connolly
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified
Verified
Hello, my name is Lisa . I am a Degree qualified Private Psychotherapist who has practiced in the NHS. Many of the clients I see are not able to pinpoint what is wrong but know they feel confused and unhappy without understanding why. However you are feeling just now, things can change in time with the right support. Talking to a psychotherapist who is trained to help you make some sense of what is concerning you is the first step towards feeling better. The most important thing is for you to feel safe and comfortable with whoever you choose. This trust will encourage you to explore your thoughts and feelings more freely.

Jon Joseph Halliday
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified
Verified
Hello, my name is Jon. I am passionate and focused on providing trauma informed care. You might be looking to focus on the current problem, or perhaps want to develop an understanding and address the underlying difficulties that are behind the here and now. I am a keen CBT and EMDR practitioner, and regularly use EMDR as a part of my practice.

Jo Vickers
Psychotherapist, MNCS Accred
Verified
Verified
My aim is to co-create an environment that offers you a place to bring and share your unique experiences and begin to explore and understand how they have impacted you. I believe everyone can benefit from sharing their stories; often being truly heard for the first time. Nonetheless, this can feel odd initially, sat sharing information with a stranger. My creative approach to therapy responds to your individual needs to best support you whist undertaking this. My experience of working with survivors of trauma has been a live demonstration of the impact of previous and current experiences on our health.

Rebecca Blanchard
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Whether your feelings are connected to a recent loss, breakdown in a relationship, anxiety related to work/studies, trauma, abuse or addiction – psychotherapy has the potential to help you. As a qualified psychotherapist, I provide a safe space where you can explore your feelings, memories and experiences, understanding the unconscious defences you’ve used to protect yourself in your everyday life. Together, we will make sense of them and work towards helping you find new and alternative ways of coping in the future.

Dr Sophie Wicks
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Hello, I am a qualified Clinical Psychologist and have 13 years of experience working in mental health services, in a variety of roles. I provide assessment and therapy for adolescents aged 12+ and adults of all ages. I also provide specialist supervision to professionals working with individuals suffering from psychosis. I particularly support people with anxiety, worry, panic, low mood, self-esteem, overwhelming emotions, stress, bereavement and loss, life changes, relationship difficulties, psychosis, eating difficulties, burn-out, non-epileptic attack disorder, and traumatic events.
Lincoln LN6
& Online

Dawn Morris H Dip P H Dip
Counsellor, MHGI
Verified
Verified
Hello my name is Dawn, I understand that first contact and arranging a session and coming, takes a lot of strength, Many I have found is concerned about having to go into details of the concern they coming with or having to relive maybe a trauma. See therapy as painful. Therapy does not have to be painful, you do not have to go into details if did not wish to. Goals maybe to be able to look ahead to see there is a light, to feel heard, listened to, to be acknowledged. A place to feel safe and to look at all tools resources abilities already within to come away the the past and look to future which is preferred in a healthy way.
Not accepting new clients

Luke Nichol
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Thank you for stopping by, and welcome, I'm Luke. You may be going through some tough times or want to make a lasting change. As your therapist, you can expect me to provide the right skills, compassion and support to help you achieve your well-being goals. I am a fully qualified and regulated counsellor and psychotherapist. I offer video call and phone sessions from the comfort of your own home.
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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.