Trauma and PTSD Counselling in Central London, London
I work with: Complex trauma; Low self-esteem; Depression; Generalised Anxiety Disorder; Worry; Anxiety; Panic; Stress; Procrastination; OCD; PTSD; Social anxiety; Health anxiety; Phobias; Relationship difficulties; Life transitions/adjustments; Substance misuse; Confidence issues; Perfectionism; Sleep.
Being human can be complex, suffering universal and trauma indiscriminate. As a trauma specialist I utilise my expertise in EMDR & Deep Brain Reorienting (DBR) to provoke deep, lasting change by working through unprocessed trauma; CBT tools and techniques to help manage and change fears about the self, others and the world; compassion, mindfulness and polyvagal techniques to help clients to navigate their autonomic nervous system with skill. I am gentle, patient and methodical. You don’t use a hammer when you need a screwdriver, so we have to discover together which approaches will work best for you.
I work with: Complex trauma; Low self-esteem; Depression; Generalised Anxiety Disorder; Worry; Anxiety; Panic; Stress; Procrastination; OCD; PTSD; Social anxiety; Health anxiety; Phobias; Relationship difficulties; Life transitions/adjustments; Substance misuse; Confidence issues; Perfectionism; Sleep.
Being human can be complex, suffering universal and trauma indiscriminate. As a trauma specialist I utilise my expertise in EMDR & Deep Brain Reorienting (DBR) to provoke deep, lasting change by working through unprocessed trauma; CBT tools and techniques to help manage and change fears about the self, others and the world; compassion, mindfulness and polyvagal techniques to help clients to navigate their autonomic nervous system with skill. I am gentle, patient and methodical. You don’t use a hammer when you need a screwdriver, so we have to discover together which approaches will work best for you.
Dr Jessica C Bird
Psychologist, PhD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Central London, London EC3V
My areas of expertise include the psychological treatment of psychosis, paranoia, trauma/ PTSD, OCD, specific phobias, and sleep problems.
I offer specialist psychological assessment and therapy. The therapy I offer is based on cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and EMDR, whilst always being tailored to the individual client and based on a personalised formulation of their needs. I offer sessions online or in person in London near Monument station and in East Dulwich.
My areas of expertise include the psychological treatment of psychosis, paranoia, trauma/ PTSD, OCD, specific phobias, and sleep problems.
I offer specialist psychological assessment and therapy. The therapy I offer is based on cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and EMDR, whilst always being tailored to the individual client and based on a personalised formulation of their needs. I offer sessions online or in person in London near Monument station and in East Dulwich.
I work with helping clients in healing around stress, anxiety +depression; grief; chronic health challenges; CPTSD and PTSD; addictions (limerence/love/sex (including porn) addictions; substance/process addictions; Codependency; Eating disorders/ body dysmorphia); D.
Hello & welcome to my profile. Whatever the reason you are exploring therapy, or seeking help today, you are not alone and things will get easier with the right support and approach. I offer a compassionate & trauma informed approach, working from a somatic training base. Our work together will be built within a safe and boundaried therapeutic container, on a foundation of curiosity, presence & compassion. I work in supporting you to welcome and develop the capacity to see, be with and accept & love all aspects of yourself...And will help you move into deeper presence, conscious choice and vitality in all areas of your life.
I work with helping clients in healing around stress, anxiety +depression; grief; chronic health challenges; CPTSD and PTSD; addictions (limerence/love/sex (including porn) addictions; substance/process addictions; Codependency; Eating disorders/ body dysmorphia); D.
Hello & welcome to my profile. Whatever the reason you are exploring therapy, or seeking help today, you are not alone and things will get easier with the right support and approach. I offer a compassionate & trauma informed approach, working from a somatic training base. Our work together will be built within a safe and boundaried therapeutic container, on a foundation of curiosity, presence & compassion. I work in supporting you to welcome and develop the capacity to see, be with and accept & love all aspects of yourself...And will help you move into deeper presence, conscious choice and vitality in all areas of your life.
I am also a Trauma Therapist with a focus on our relationship and supporting you to achieve stabilisation, safety and integration after any experience that has resulted in post-traumatic stress.
It can be hard to acknowledge that you are not feeling okay, and even harder pretending that you are. If you’re struggling to cope with something, or you feel lost, or stuck, if you’re unhappy in your relationship/marriage, or you feel numb or detached after experiencing something traumatic; I may be able to help. If you can find a quiet and private space, we can meet once a week in a secure virtual space where you are free to reflect and gently explore whatever you are experiencing. We can work together for an agreed period of time or we could leave it open-ended to explore at greater depth. You can decide what feels right for you!
I am also a Trauma Therapist with a focus on our relationship and supporting you to achieve stabilisation, safety and integration after any experience that has resulted in post-traumatic stress.
It can be hard to acknowledge that you are not feeling okay, and even harder pretending that you are. If you’re struggling to cope with something, or you feel lost, or stuck, if you’re unhappy in your relationship/marriage, or you feel numb or detached after experiencing something traumatic; I may be able to help. If you can find a quiet and private space, we can meet once a week in a secure virtual space where you are free to reflect and gently explore whatever you are experiencing. We can work together for an agreed period of time or we could leave it open-ended to explore at greater depth. You can decide what feels right for you!
Milo Brandon - Accredited EMDR Therapist.
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Central London, London WC1H
I use EMDR to help people process trauma ( PTSD and C- PTSD).
To do this, I use EMDR to enable clients to process their trauma. EMDR is a proven therapeutic method that reduces disturbances related to traumatic events and enables reprocessing of distressing memories. I am an accredited EMDR therapist which means I have undergone a comprehensive training so that I can safely work with clients suffering with trauma.
I use EMDR to help people process trauma ( PTSD and C- PTSD).
To do this, I use EMDR to enable clients to process their trauma. EMDR is a proven therapeutic method that reduces disturbances related to traumatic events and enables reprocessing of distressing memories. I am an accredited EMDR therapist which means I have undergone a comprehensive training so that I can safely work with clients suffering with trauma.
Natasha Lewis
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Central London, London EC2M
Issues that I can support you with are: Trauma / PTSD, Stress and Anxiety, Marriage, Separation and Divorce issues, Personal relationship and Work relationship issues, Depression, Bereavement and Loss, Infertility, Miscarriages, IVF treatment and Infant Mortality Domestic abuse, Sexual abuse.
I am a registered and accredited member of the BACP (Member No. 084911) and abide by the BACP’s ethical framework. I am a registered member of EMDR UK and have been trained to support individuals with all aspects of PTSD. I am a registered member of the British Infertility Counselling Association and have been trained to support infertility, IVF treatment.
Issues that I can support you with are: Trauma / PTSD, Stress and Anxiety, Marriage, Separation and Divorce issues, Personal relationship and Work relationship issues, Depression, Bereavement and Loss, Infertility, Miscarriages, IVF treatment and Infant Mortality Domestic abuse, Sexual abuse.
I am a registered and accredited member of the BACP (Member No. 084911) and abide by the BACP’s ethical framework. I am a registered member of EMDR UK and have been trained to support individuals with all aspects of PTSD. I am a registered member of the British Infertility Counselling Association and have been trained to support infertility, IVF treatment.
Dr Shireen Sultana
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Central London, London EC4R
I have been currently working as a Highly Specialist Therapist within an NHS service, which involves providing supervision to other clinicians and providing specialist assessment and treatment to individuals experiencing depression and anxiety disorders, including PTSD, OCD & Long-term term health conditions.
I have ample knowledge, skills and experience to provide assessment and treatment for a variety of difficulties. Other than CBT, I also offer EMDR for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder ( PTSD) and complex trauma, IPT for depression. We can agree on the most suitable type of therapy for you and formulate treatment plan once you have attended assessment.
I have been currently working as a Highly Specialist Therapist within an NHS service, which involves providing supervision to other clinicians and providing specialist assessment and treatment to individuals experiencing depression and anxiety disorders, including PTSD, OCD & Long-term term health conditions.
I have ample knowledge, skills and experience to provide assessment and treatment for a variety of difficulties. Other than CBT, I also offer EMDR for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder ( PTSD) and complex trauma, IPT for depression. We can agree on the most suitable type of therapy for you and formulate treatment plan once you have attended assessment.
I have experience working with a range of mental health issues including depression, anxiety, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder ( PTSD), Emotionally Unstable Personality Disorder (EUPD) and complex trauma.
Approaches I use include: · Cognitive Behavioural Therapy · Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) · Systemic and Narrative Therapy · Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
I have experience working with a range of mental health issues including depression, anxiety, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder ( PTSD), Emotionally Unstable Personality Disorder (EUPD) and complex trauma.
Approaches I use include: · Cognitive Behavioural Therapy · Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) · Systemic and Narrative Therapy · Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
For trauma/ PTSD and early relational/attachment issues, I offer EMDR, may include body-centred work (mindfulness/therapeutic yoga/Qi Gong) and draw on relevant trauma treatment models, including sensorimotor psychotherapy.
My approach is spiritual in the sense that we are all on a spiritual path (towards becoming the best version of ourselves). Hence the difficulties we face in life are opportunities for us to learn and grow as human beings. My approach also integrates the body; we don't just talk - I might include meditation, breathing techniques and movement.
For trauma/ PTSD and early relational/attachment issues, I offer EMDR, may include body-centred work (mindfulness/therapeutic yoga/Qi Gong) and draw on relevant trauma treatment models, including sensorimotor psychotherapy.
My approach is spiritual in the sense that we are all on a spiritual path (towards becoming the best version of ourselves). Hence the difficulties we face in life are opportunities for us to learn and grow as human beings. My approach also integrates the body; we don't just talk - I might include meditation, breathing techniques and movement.
With over 15 years clinical experience working for many years with complex trauma & PTSD in one of the UK's largest NHS Foundation Trusts.
Many people who work with me have already tried counselling or CBT already. I provide support mostly longer term, but do have some short-term spots.
With over 15 years clinical experience working for many years with complex trauma & PTSD in one of the UK's largest NHS Foundation Trusts.
Many people who work with me have already tried counselling or CBT already. I provide support mostly longer term, but do have some short-term spots.
I have experience working with clients with depression, anxiety, self-confidence, work-related stress, sexual difficulties, abuse, bereavement, PTSD, trauma treatment.
I am a Gestalt psychotherapist and supervisor with an MA in Gestalt Therapy, accredited by the UKCP and registered by the BACP. I offer people a safe, supportive space to explore difficult feelings and to recognise and deal with the hidden patterns in personal relationships. I offer individual psychotherapy, couples and relationship therapy, supervision and group work. I can provide both long-term open-ended psychotherapy and brief focused therapy (generally up to 12 sessions).
I have experience working with clients with depression, anxiety, self-confidence, work-related stress, sexual difficulties, abuse, bereavement, PTSD, trauma treatment.
I am a Gestalt psychotherapist and supervisor with an MA in Gestalt Therapy, accredited by the UKCP and registered by the BACP. I offer people a safe, supportive space to explore difficult feelings and to recognise and deal with the hidden patterns in personal relationships. I offer individual psychotherapy, couples and relationship therapy, supervision and group work. I can provide both long-term open-ended psychotherapy and brief focused therapy (generally up to 12 sessions).
Meet Our Trauma and PTSD Counsellors
Dr Nesrine Nasseur
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Central London, London EC3M
Waitlist for new clients
Whilst I am trained and experienced in working with a range of difficulties my key areas of focus are ; Trauma and PTSD, anxiety and stress management and self-esteem.
Hi and welcome. I’m Dr. Nesrine Nasseur, an experienced HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist here to support you with life’s challenges. My approach is warm, collaborative, and focused on understanding the unique circumstances that shape your life.
Therapy isn’t one-size-fits-all, and I believe in tailoring the process to meet your specific needs and goals. I also advocate for a holistic approach that considers the connection between body, mind and our social environment.
Whilst I am trained and experienced in working with a range of difficulties my key areas of focus are ; Trauma and PTSD, anxiety and stress management and self-esteem.
Hi and welcome. I’m Dr. Nesrine Nasseur, an experienced HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist here to support you with life’s challenges. My approach is warm, collaborative, and focused on understanding the unique circumstances that shape your life.
Therapy isn’t one-size-fits-all, and I believe in tailoring the process to meet your specific needs and goals. I also advocate for a holistic approach that considers the connection between body, mind and our social environment.
Dr Emma Read, Therapy for PTSD and Trauma Recovery
Psychologist, PsychD, CPsychol
Verified Verified
Online Only
I specialise in working with adults who are struggling with PTSD, complex trauma, or any past experience big or small that is stopping you from fully enjoying life in the present.
Trauma leaves us feeling in pain and disconnected from our true selves. You may be exhausted from feeling triggered in everyday situations, isolated from friends and family who can’t understand, or struggling to make sense of what happened to you. You may not even remember a time you didn’t feel like this, but you're here now because you’ve decided you deserve more and are ready to feel different. Most of all you’re ready to leave the past in the past, change old patterns that no longer serve you, and step into a hopeful future on your own terms.
I specialise in working with adults who are struggling with PTSD, complex trauma, or any past experience big or small that is stopping you from fully enjoying life in the present.
Trauma leaves us feeling in pain and disconnected from our true selves. You may be exhausted from feeling triggered in everyday situations, isolated from friends and family who can’t understand, or struggling to make sense of what happened to you. You may not even remember a time you didn’t feel like this, but you're here now because you’ve decided you deserve more and are ready to feel different. Most of all you’re ready to leave the past in the past, change old patterns that no longer serve you, and step into a hopeful future on your own terms.
My areas of expertise include depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, relationship issues, stress, bereavement, life transitions, eating disorders, OCD, and anger management.
I am a UKCP-accredited Gestalt and EMDR Psychotherapist, offering services in both English and Polish. I have over 14 years of experience in private practice, supporting clients with a range of mental health needs. Prior to becoming a psychotherapist, I worked across various mental health settings, including social care, outreach support, family support, supported living accommodations, project management, the NHS, and Mind.
My areas of expertise include depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, relationship issues, stress, bereavement, life transitions, eating disorders, OCD, and anger management.
I am a UKCP-accredited Gestalt and EMDR Psychotherapist, offering services in both English and Polish. I have over 14 years of experience in private practice, supporting clients with a range of mental health needs. Prior to becoming a psychotherapist, I worked across various mental health settings, including social care, outreach support, family support, supported living accommodations, project management, the NHS, and Mind.
Dr Haline Schendan
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Central London, London EC1V
I can help with any difficulties & specialize in PTSD, complex PTSD, childhood trauma, dissociation, attachment, identity, anxiety, depression, emotions, grief, panic, hearing voices, life adjustment, attention & neurodiversity.
I enable change using evidence-based practice. As a learning & memory neuroscientist, I deeply understand how your brain wired up & how this wiring can affect you in ways that make life feel distressing. I know how to change this wiring. These changes can improve feelings & experiences of yourself & your life & enable joy, fulfilment & warm relationships.
I can help with any difficulties & specialize in PTSD, complex PTSD, childhood trauma, dissociation, attachment, identity, anxiety, depression, emotions, grief, panic, hearing voices, life adjustment, attention & neurodiversity.
I enable change using evidence-based practice. As a learning & memory neuroscientist, I deeply understand how your brain wired up & how this wiring can affect you in ways that make life feel distressing. I know how to change this wiring. These changes can improve feelings & experiences of yourself & your life & enable joy, fulfilment & warm relationships.
My particular interest and experience lies in the field of psycho-trauma and I can help you overcome PTSD and complex PTSD symptoms while tailoring treatment to your current needs.
I am a registered psychologist and EMDR therapist with over 20 years of experience of helping adults in the NHS psychological services and private practice. I can help with burn out, anxiety-related disorders, depression, the effects of childhood adverse experiences, abuse including domestic abuse, complex trauma, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder or difficulty in relationships, both with ourselves and others. I can help with complex bereavement including dealing with the effects of someone's suicide, eating disorders, coping with illness, personality disorder, anger; self-esteem issues and many others difficulties and challenges.
My particular interest and experience lies in the field of psycho-trauma and I can help you overcome PTSD and complex PTSD symptoms while tailoring treatment to your current needs.
I am a registered psychologist and EMDR therapist with over 20 years of experience of helping adults in the NHS psychological services and private practice. I can help with burn out, anxiety-related disorders, depression, the effects of childhood adverse experiences, abuse including domestic abuse, complex trauma, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder or difficulty in relationships, both with ourselves and others. I can help with complex bereavement including dealing with the effects of someone's suicide, eating disorders, coping with illness, personality disorder, anger; self-esteem issues and many others difficulties and challenges.
Dr Zaffran Jami
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Central London, London EC1A
I am highly skilled in working with adults and young people experiencing difficulties such as anxiety, depression, phobias, post-traumatic stress disorder and interpersonal difficulties.
I provide evidence-based therapies and draw from a range of therapeutic approaches to meet the individual needs of each client. I believe that everyone is unique and, therefore, there is no one-size-fits-all approach. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Trauma focused approaches, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic and integrative ways of working.
I am highly skilled in working with adults and young people experiencing difficulties such as anxiety, depression, phobias, post-traumatic stress disorder and interpersonal difficulties.
I provide evidence-based therapies and draw from a range of therapeutic approaches to meet the individual needs of each client. I believe that everyone is unique and, therefore, there is no one-size-fits-all approach. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Trauma focused approaches, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic and integrative ways of working.
Length of therapy is dependent on the presenting issue and the chosen approach to therapy, but can range from 8 weeks for targeted CBT to 6-12 months for complex PTSD.
I am an independent counselling psychologist based near Liverpool Street in Central London. I bring warmth, compassion and humour to my work and have interests in addictions, anxiety (especially OCD), depression, gender identity, ADHD, autism and bereavement. I am trained in EMDR which I use extensively to treat complex trauma. I have worked in NHS, charity and private sectors and also practice as an associate psychologist at a leading Harley Street clinic. Having also worked at board level in public, private and charity sectors I am able to offer career and life coaching.
Length of therapy is dependent on the presenting issue and the chosen approach to therapy, but can range from 8 weeks for targeted CBT to 6-12 months for complex PTSD.
I am an independent counselling psychologist based near Liverpool Street in Central London. I bring warmth, compassion and humour to my work and have interests in addictions, anxiety (especially OCD), depression, gender identity, ADHD, autism and bereavement. I am trained in EMDR which I use extensively to treat complex trauma. I have worked in NHS, charity and private sectors and also practice as an associate psychologist at a leading Harley Street clinic. Having also worked at board level in public, private and charity sectors I am able to offer career and life coaching.
I am a qualified and experienced CBT and EMDR Therapist, specialising in working with trauma, PTSD and eating disorders.
I also work with individuals who suffer from Binge Eating Disorder, Bulimia, Atypical Anorexia (BMI >17.5) and ARFID. You do not need a diagnosis to work with me. You do not even need to know or have accepted that you are struggling with an eating disorder - if you struggle with your relationship with food, your body or weight, we can find a way to help you.
I am a qualified and experienced CBT and EMDR Therapist, specialising in working with trauma, PTSD and eating disorders.
I also work with individuals who suffer from Binge Eating Disorder, Bulimia, Atypical Anorexia (BMI >17.5) and ARFID. You do not need a diagnosis to work with me. You do not even need to know or have accepted that you are struggling with an eating disorder - if you struggle with your relationship with food, your body or weight, we can find a way to help you.
Claudio Parretti
Psychologist, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Central London, London EC1V
I provide psychological treatment to clients suffering from a wide range of difficulties and conditions, including Borderline Personality Disorder, Depression, Anxiety, Interpersonal problems, PTSD, Complex trauma and Anger management.
I provide a thorough assessment to clients, in order to identify their goals, their difficulties and offer a suitable treatment. I have a particular expertise in delivering Mentalization-based Therapy. I also work with psychodynamic and integrative models of treatment, including EMDR, and provide Parent-infant Psychoyherapy.
I provide psychological treatment to clients suffering from a wide range of difficulties and conditions, including Borderline Personality Disorder, Depression, Anxiety, Interpersonal problems, PTSD, Complex trauma and Anger management.
I provide a thorough assessment to clients, in order to identify their goals, their difficulties and offer a suitable treatment. I have a particular expertise in delivering Mentalization-based Therapy. I also work with psychodynamic and integrative models of treatment, including EMDR, and provide Parent-infant Psychoyherapy.
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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.