Sexual Abuse Counselling in Southwark, London
Alongside my private practice I work as a therapist at two specialist services, one supporting adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse and the second working with maternal mental health and infertility.
Hi, I’m Carys, an experienced integrative therapist based in Central London, working with individuals and couples.
I offer a compassionate, curious, and committed space to explore any area of your life or self, no matter how challenging it may feel. Therapy together will be a collaborative and creative process, where I am actively engaged in helping you make sense of what’s causing distress, support the changes you want to see, and strengthen your connection to yourself and others. My approach is relational, grounded, and attuned to the complexity of your unique story.
Alongside my private practice I work as a therapist at two specialist services, one supporting adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse and the second working with maternal mental health and infertility.
Hi, I’m Carys, an experienced integrative therapist based in Central London, working with individuals and couples.
I offer a compassionate, curious, and committed space to explore any area of your life or self, no matter how challenging it may feel. Therapy together will be a collaborative and creative process, where I am actively engaged in helping you make sense of what’s causing distress, support the changes you want to see, and strengthen your connection to yourself and others. My approach is relational, grounded, and attuned to the complexity of your unique story.
If you're an adult seeking a safe and supportive space to work through childhood or adolescent trauma, domestic or sexual abuse, or other personal challenges, I encourage you to reach out.
I offer a compassionate and holistic approach to counselling, where you'll feel seen, heard, and understood, no matter how complex or overwhelming your challenges may seem. Together, we’ll explore how your past experiences and family dynamics shape your current life, address emotional challenges and helping you gain the insight needed to heal and grow.
If you're an adult seeking a safe and supportive space to work through childhood or adolescent trauma, domestic or sexual abuse, or other personal challenges, I encourage you to reach out.
I offer a compassionate and holistic approach to counselling, where you'll feel seen, heard, and understood, no matter how complex or overwhelming your challenges may seem. Together, we’ll explore how your past experiences and family dynamics shape your current life, address emotional challenges and helping you gain the insight needed to heal and grow.
I have extensive experience working in the field of mental health, from running group therapy at SurvivorsUK, a charity supporting men, boys, Trans & non binary people who have survived sexual abuse or violence to starting my career at The NHS Maudsley Psychiatric hospital working with a variety of challenges and difficulties.
Hello, My name is Jeremy Sachs and I am an Integrative Psychotherapist. This means I am trained in multiple models of psychological care so I can respond to your needs in a flexible and friendly way. I work with individuals to help them better understand their experience, be that distressing issues from the past or challenges they are currently facing. Feel free to visit my website for free resources and additional information about my practice.
I have extensive experience working in the field of mental health, from running group therapy at SurvivorsUK, a charity supporting men, boys, Trans & non binary people who have survived sexual abuse or violence to starting my career at The NHS Maudsley Psychiatric hospital working with a variety of challenges and difficulties.
Hello, My name is Jeremy Sachs and I am an Integrative Psychotherapist. This means I am trained in multiple models of psychological care so I can respond to your needs in a flexible and friendly way. I work with individuals to help them better understand their experience, be that distressing issues from the past or challenges they are currently facing. Feel free to visit my website for free resources and additional information about my practice.
I have experience in the NHS focussing on sexual assault survivors as well as extensive experience in bereavement.
Whether you’re going through a major life change, reflecting on trauma from the past, grieving the loss of a loved one or of a dream, or something just doesn’t feel quite right, as an individual, group or couple, I’m here to help you explore your inner world, understand your patterns of behaviour and be the you you want to be. Together, we will work on you so that you feel seen, heard and understood. With over a decade of experience working in the creative industries, I understand the stress surrounding those careers. I also have expertise in bereavement, supporting hundreds of clients facing significant loss.
I have experience in the NHS focussing on sexual assault survivors as well as extensive experience in bereavement.
Whether you’re going through a major life change, reflecting on trauma from the past, grieving the loss of a loved one or of a dream, or something just doesn’t feel quite right, as an individual, group or couple, I’m here to help you explore your inner world, understand your patterns of behaviour and be the you you want to be. Together, we will work on you so that you feel seen, heard and understood. With over a decade of experience working in the creative industries, I understand the stress surrounding those careers. I also have expertise in bereavement, supporting hundreds of clients facing significant loss.
I also have specialist training and interest in anxiety, trauma, miscarriage and sexual abuse.
I am an experienced integrative psychotherapist. I support people through all of life’s challenges,as well as those who wish to maintain a healthy mind or learn to live better, more fulfilling lives. I can help if you are struggling with loss, anxiety or low mood, or experiencing difficulties in your relationships or in the way you attach to others. We will work together to help alleviate any difficult thoughts or experiences you may going through. If you want to delve a little deeper, I’ll be along side you, gently challenging and helping you check-in along the way. We will go at your pace.
I also have specialist training and interest in anxiety, trauma, miscarriage and sexual abuse.
I am an experienced integrative psychotherapist. I support people through all of life’s challenges,as well as those who wish to maintain a healthy mind or learn to live better, more fulfilling lives. I can help if you are struggling with loss, anxiety or low mood, or experiencing difficulties in your relationships or in the way you attach to others. We will work together to help alleviate any difficult thoughts or experiences you may going through. If you want to delve a little deeper, I’ll be along side you, gently challenging and helping you check-in along the way. We will go at your pace.
I have worked with adult survivors of sexual abuse and people struggling with ideas of suicide as well as supporting clients to overcome low self esteem, anxiety, and manage the pressures life brings to us all.
The first step towards asking for help can be the hardest. Get in touch and we can take it together. My name is Claudine Astles and I work with clients in the Victoria area of central London, SW1, and also online. I am committed to offering a safe, non-judgemental space in which we can use counselling and therapy to explore your concerns, fears, and anxieties, and work together to help you reconnect with joy. I work with individuals on an open-ended basis or for an agreed time period, with the aim of enabling you to enhance your life and to live it more fully.
I have worked with adult survivors of sexual abuse and people struggling with ideas of suicide as well as supporting clients to overcome low self esteem, anxiety, and manage the pressures life brings to us all.
The first step towards asking for help can be the hardest. Get in touch and we can take it together. My name is Claudine Astles and I work with clients in the Victoria area of central London, SW1, and also online. I am committed to offering a safe, non-judgemental space in which we can use counselling and therapy to explore your concerns, fears, and anxieties, and work together to help you reconnect with joy. I work with individuals on an open-ended basis or for an agreed time period, with the aim of enabling you to enhance your life and to live it more fully.
One of my specialisms is in trauma work, supporting survivors of childhood sexual abuse, sexual violence and rape using trauma models, cross cutting and inclusive of gender related issues.
I am a counsellor working with clients compassionately, supportively, empathetically, and professionally. I firmly believe that above all else, a quality alliance is the foundation for all therapeutic work. I warmly welcome you and will hold a safe, non-judgemental space for you to be curious, and to explore those areas which are important to you. I trained and practise as, a person-centred, integrative counsellor utilising various modalities to support individual clients' needs. I am also a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional which means I work in a trauma informed way.
One of my specialisms is in trauma work, supporting survivors of childhood sexual abuse, sexual violence and rape using trauma models, cross cutting and inclusive of gender related issues.
I am a counsellor working with clients compassionately, supportively, empathetically, and professionally. I firmly believe that above all else, a quality alliance is the foundation for all therapeutic work. I warmly welcome you and will hold a safe, non-judgemental space for you to be curious, and to explore those areas which are important to you. I trained and practise as, a person-centred, integrative counsellor utilising various modalities to support individual clients' needs. I am also a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional which means I work in a trauma informed way.
I am licensed and accredited in the UK by the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society, have continuous professional development training in sexual abuse and violence, and have been practicing since 2022.
I offer therapy following the Psychosynthesis modality, as a qualified counselor accredited by NCPS. My practice is informed by lived experience; a great deal of self-experimentation and exploration; a range of educational courses in radical honesty, non-violent communication and wheel of consent; and 7+ years of running workshops and facilitating groups. I have had a varied career in business development and marketing for 20+ years, living on different continents and collecting many life experiences. I have lived in Europe, the Middle East, North America and Asia.
I am licensed and accredited in the UK by the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society, have continuous professional development training in sexual abuse and violence, and have been practicing since 2022.
I offer therapy following the Psychosynthesis modality, as a qualified counselor accredited by NCPS. My practice is informed by lived experience; a great deal of self-experimentation and exploration; a range of educational courses in radical honesty, non-violent communication and wheel of consent; and 7+ years of running workshops and facilitating groups. I have had a varied career in business development and marketing for 20+ years, living on different continents and collecting many life experiences. I have lived in Europe, the Middle East, North America and Asia.
I have experience working with a wide range of issues, including, Anxiety, Eating Disorders, Bereavement, Self-harm, Anger, Intergenerational trauma, Family issues, Boundaries, Sexual assault, Childhood trauma, Depression, Racism, Panic attacks.
Feeling lost? What if you could journey back to the parts of yourself that have been forgotten? Together, we can explore the lost aspects of your identity that can contribute to who you are today. Embarking on a journey of self-discovery involves peeling away layers of hidden rules, ancestral patterns, and past traumas. In this process, we uncover the "buried gold" within—those precious sparks of your true self that may have been hidden away to fit in or avoid rejection.
I have experience working with a wide range of issues, including, Anxiety, Eating Disorders, Bereavement, Self-harm, Anger, Intergenerational trauma, Family issues, Boundaries, Sexual assault, Childhood trauma, Depression, Racism, Panic attacks.
Feeling lost? What if you could journey back to the parts of yourself that have been forgotten? Together, we can explore the lost aspects of your identity that can contribute to who you are today. Embarking on a journey of self-discovery involves peeling away layers of hidden rules, ancestral patterns, and past traumas. In this process, we uncover the "buried gold" within—those precious sparks of your true self that may have been hidden away to fit in or avoid rejection.
I have experience of a wide variety of different problems such as; anxiety, low mood, end of life, chronic illness, disability, parenting, break up, trauma, sexual abuse, addictions, low self esteem and relationship issues.
Working in a person-centred way, I will offer you empathy, acceptance and warmth as you explore what has brought you to counselling. I am interested in your thoughts and feelings and I want to understand your world and how things are for you. Working together we will explore your world and it is possible you will gain greater self-awareness and understanding
I have experience of a wide variety of different problems such as; anxiety, low mood, end of life, chronic illness, disability, parenting, break up, trauma, sexual abuse, addictions, low self esteem and relationship issues.
Working in a person-centred way, I will offer you empathy, acceptance and warmth as you explore what has brought you to counselling. I am interested in your thoughts and feelings and I want to understand your world and how things are for you. Working together we will explore your world and it is possible you will gain greater self-awareness and understanding
I have a lot of experience with anxiety issues, including panic attacks; abuse, including sexual abuse; trauma often treated by using EMDR.
Whatever the difficulty you are going through right now, you are not alone. All feelings and thoughts you may be experiencing are valid. We can explore together what may feel very confusing and overwhelming, make sense of it and find the best way to go forward.
I have a lot of experience with anxiety issues, including panic attacks; abuse, including sexual abuse; trauma often treated by using EMDR.
Whatever the difficulty you are going through right now, you are not alone. All feelings and thoughts you may be experiencing are valid. We can explore together what may feel very confusing and overwhelming, make sense of it and find the best way to go forward.
Meet Our Sexual Abuse Counsellors
My specialist area is working with trauma; domestic abuse, sexual abuse, anxiety and depression.
Counselling is a therapeutic space that can offer you the opportunity to explore the dynamics of your life, privately and confidentially. Below are some questions that my resonate with you. Do you feel numb, detached, or overwhelmed with emotions; such as anger, sadness or loneliness? Have you ever felt as if those around you don't understand what you're going through? Do you feel stuck, not knowing who to turn to or what direction to take in life? Are those that are close to you the cause of or contributing to your distress?
My specialist area is working with trauma; domestic abuse, sexual abuse, anxiety and depression.
Counselling is a therapeutic space that can offer you the opportunity to explore the dynamics of your life, privately and confidentially. Below are some questions that my resonate with you. Do you feel numb, detached, or overwhelmed with emotions; such as anger, sadness or loneliness? Have you ever felt as if those around you don't understand what you're going through? Do you feel stuck, not knowing who to turn to or what direction to take in life? Are those that are close to you the cause of or contributing to your distress?
Clients come to see me for a wide range of reasons, including:
• Anxiety
• Depression
• ADHD
• Relationship difficulties (family, romantic, work-related)
• OCD
• Trauma (including childhood, sexual abuse, or domestic abuse)
• Sexuality and spirituality
• Loss of meaning or direction
• PTSD and Complex PTSD
• Attachment issues
Experienced Counsellor for Individuals and Couples
Over 10 Years Supporting Clients Through Life’s Challenges
Whatever may be troubling you, I’m here to help.
With over a decade of experience working with both individuals and couples, I offer a supportive, confidential space where you can explore whatever difficulty you’re facing.
Clients come to see me for a wide range of reasons, including:
• Anxiety
• Depression
• ADHD
• Relationship difficulties (family, romantic, work-related)
• OCD
• Trauma (including childhood, sexual abuse, or domestic abuse)
• Sexuality and spirituality
• Loss of meaning or direction
• PTSD and Complex PTSD
• Attachment issues
Experienced Counsellor for Individuals and Couples
Over 10 Years Supporting Clients Through Life’s Challenges
Whatever may be troubling you, I’m here to help.
With over a decade of experience working with both individuals and couples, I offer a supportive, confidential space where you can explore whatever difficulty you’re facing.
These methods are carefully selected to address a wide range of difficulties, including depression, anxiety, phobias, personality disorders, long term health conditions and trauma, including PTSD and the effects of child sexual abuse.
Hello, I’m Adela, a counselling psychologist with over ten years of clinical experience in both the NHS and private practice. I’m dedicated to helping individuals create meaningful change through a compassionate, evidence-based approach tailored to each person’s unique needs. I work in a way that is integrative, drawing on a range of therapeutic approaches—including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) , Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) ,and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT. I also incorporate psychodynamic knowledge to help us explore underlying patterns and influences that may be impacting your well-being.
These methods are carefully selected to address a wide range of difficulties, including depression, anxiety, phobias, personality disorders, long term health conditions and trauma, including PTSD and the effects of child sexual abuse.
Hello, I’m Adela, a counselling psychologist with over ten years of clinical experience in both the NHS and private practice. I’m dedicated to helping individuals create meaningful change through a compassionate, evidence-based approach tailored to each person’s unique needs. I work in a way that is integrative, drawing on a range of therapeutic approaches—including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) , Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) ,and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT. I also incorporate psychodynamic knowledge to help us explore underlying patterns and influences that may be impacting your well-being.
I am dedicated to ongoing professional development and have completed a wide range of additional training in areas such as working with clients suffering from anxiety and depression, eating disorders, obesity, bereavement and supporting survivors of sexual abuse and violence.
I am a psychotherapeutic counsellor providing a warm, supportive, and confidential space for individuals facing difficult feelings, life challenges, or unhelpful behaviours. Whether you’re seeking help with a specific issue or wish to explore your broader life story, I am here to help you gain clarity about where you are, how you got here, and how to move forward. Together, we can work to uncover patterns, build resilience, and address the thoughts and emotions that may feel overwhelming. My aim is to create a space where you feel truly heard and supported as we work toward lasting therapeutic change tailored to your unique needs
I am dedicated to ongoing professional development and have completed a wide range of additional training in areas such as working with clients suffering from anxiety and depression, eating disorders, obesity, bereavement and supporting survivors of sexual abuse and violence.
I am a psychotherapeutic counsellor providing a warm, supportive, and confidential space for individuals facing difficult feelings, life challenges, or unhelpful behaviours. Whether you’re seeking help with a specific issue or wish to explore your broader life story, I am here to help you gain clarity about where you are, how you got here, and how to move forward. Together, we can work to uncover patterns, build resilience, and address the thoughts and emotions that may feel overwhelming. My aim is to create a space where you feel truly heard and supported as we work toward lasting therapeutic change tailored to your unique needs
I work with a range of areas, including:
Low self-esteem and inner criticism
Anxiety and overwhelm
Body image and your relationship with your body
Childhood trauma and sexual abuse
Feeling ‘not enough’ or disconnected from your identity
For clients who want something more than just talking, I bring in body-based (somatic) tools—like EFT tapping.
Have you lost touch with who you are? Not recognising yourself in the mirror? I know how distressing this can feel.
I work with people who are ready to rebuild self-esteem, feel more confident in their skin, and start trusting themselves again. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, body image struggles, the effects of trauma, or simply feeling stuck and disconnected, therapy can be a place to begin returning to you.
I work with a range of areas, including:
Low self-esteem and inner criticism
Anxiety and overwhelm
Body image and your relationship with your body
Childhood trauma and sexual abuse
Feeling ‘not enough’ or disconnected from your identity
For clients who want something more than just talking, I bring in body-based (somatic) tools—like EFT tapping.
Have you lost touch with who you are? Not recognising yourself in the mirror? I know how distressing this can feel.
I work with people who are ready to rebuild self-esteem, feel more confident in their skin, and start trusting themselves again. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, body image struggles, the effects of trauma, or simply feeling stuck and disconnected, therapy can be a place to begin returning to you.
I offer a supportive and affirming space for those navigating shame, trauma, LGBTQIA+ identities, kink, ENM, neurodivergence, and the layered complexities of living within racialised or minoritised identities. These are not simply clinical areas of expertise for me—they are human experiences that I approach with care, curiosity, and respect.
I work with individuals, couples/intimate partners, and chosen families across a diverse range of identities and relationship structures. My therapeutic style is collaborative and relational, rooted in the belief that therapy should be a place where you feel seen, safe, and supported.
I offer a supportive and affirming space for those navigating shame, trauma, LGBTQIA+ identities, kink, ENM, neurodivergence, and the layered complexities of living within racialised or minoritised identities. These are not simply clinical areas of expertise for me—they are human experiences that I approach with care, curiosity, and respect.
I work with individuals, couples/intimate partners, and chosen families across a diverse range of identities and relationship structures. My therapeutic style is collaborative and relational, rooted in the belief that therapy should be a place where you feel seen, safe, and supported.
Have you ever considered what possibilities could unfold if you gave yourself permission to heal and grow? What it would feel like to give yourself the care and attention you so often give to others. Our early experiences often shape the way we see ourselves, others, and the world. At your own pace, we’ll gently explore how those experiences may still be influencing your life today. Therapy isn’t about “fixing” you because you aren’t broken. Instead, it’s about creating a space where you feel safe, understood, and supported—so you can start untangling the things holding you back and reconnect with a new version of yourself.
Have you ever considered what possibilities could unfold if you gave yourself permission to heal and grow? What it would feel like to give yourself the care and attention you so often give to others. Our early experiences often shape the way we see ourselves, others, and the world. At your own pace, we’ll gently explore how those experiences may still be influencing your life today. Therapy isn’t about “fixing” you because you aren’t broken. Instead, it’s about creating a space where you feel safe, understood, and supported—so you can start untangling the things holding you back and reconnect with a new version of yourself.
I understand that life can be difficult and challenging and you may be struggling because you are going through a transitional period or feeling stuck which can be hard to deal with on your own, but it does not have to be. I provide a safe and supportive setting, free from intrusions and distractions that is confidential and respectful, whilst maintaining impartiality, integrity, and reliability. "The journey to healing is unique and personal one and you will need a guide, but the maps we are using does not identify the precise journey that we will take to get you there. However, I will be there with you to support you."
I understand that life can be difficult and challenging and you may be struggling because you are going through a transitional period or feeling stuck which can be hard to deal with on your own, but it does not have to be. I provide a safe and supportive setting, free from intrusions and distractions that is confidential and respectful, whilst maintaining impartiality, integrity, and reliability. "The journey to healing is unique and personal one and you will need a guide, but the maps we are using does not identify the precise journey that we will take to get you there. However, I will be there with you to support you."
My name is Kirstie Eames and I’m here to help and support you to gain the skills you need to make a positive move forward. I offer one to one Integrative and Trauma counselling in a safe, confidential, Empathetic, non-judgemental space for you to be able to promote healing, build self-awareness, build self-esteem and to be heard to help you move forward in your life. As a trauma informed therapist I can provide a grounded presence where you can begin to explore your trauma while feeling safe, listened to, and held. I also work with more generalised mental health such as depression, all anxiety, PD's, behaviour disorders and OCD
My name is Kirstie Eames and I’m here to help and support you to gain the skills you need to make a positive move forward. I offer one to one Integrative and Trauma counselling in a safe, confidential, Empathetic, non-judgemental space for you to be able to promote healing, build self-awareness, build self-esteem and to be heard to help you move forward in your life. As a trauma informed therapist I can provide a grounded presence where you can begin to explore your trauma while feeling safe, listened to, and held. I also work with more generalised mental health such as depression, all anxiety, PD's, behaviour disorders and OCD
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Sexual Abuse Counsellors
How do therapists treat sexual abuse?
A good therapist will be nonjudgmental and possibly demonstrate active listening, repeating back what the client says to show that they have understood. These skills allow people to feel comfortable discussing their traumatic experiences openly. Some important treatment goals are to restore a sense of safety and to rebuild confidence. In addition to working one-on-one with the patient, a therapist might bring in supportive family members to assist the client.
Do you have to talk extensively about sexual abuse in therapy?
Survivors frequently find it difficult to describe what happened to them out loud. They can even still be in a state of denial if the sexual abuse occurred recently. It is important for survivors to acknowledge that what happened isn’t their fault and to challenge and reappraise any unhealthy feelings or thoughts as they arise. Art therapy and play therapy are useful non-verbal means of communication for some survivors.
How long does treatment for sexual abuse take?
Recovery from sexual abuse can be a long and difficult process. Some survivors are able to move on naturally on their own, given time, while others require the guidance of a trained therapist. Therapy needs vary and can range from a few sessions to months or even years. Healing from sexual abuse takes time, and everyone’s journey will look a little different.
Can trauma symptoms caused by sexual abuse come back after treatment?
As occurs in many cases of trauma, survivors of sexual abuse may experience PTSD-like symptoms long after the abuse has ceased or after an initial round of treatment has occurred. In such a case, there is evidence that prolonged exposure therapy is a useful treatment for survivors, and may be more efficacious than supportive counseling alone. While triggers may continue to cause distress, the idea is that, with time and repeated exposure, their power will fade, allowing survivors to move on with their lives.