Sexual Abuse Counselling in Southwark
As a Christian therapist specialising in sexual abuse and trauma, I offer a compassionate, faith-sensitive space to process shame, anxiety, low self-worth, relationship difficulties, and the lasting impact of abuse.
If you’re living with the impact of trauma or relational difficulties, you deserve a space where you feel safe, supported, and deeply understood without judgement. I specialise in supporting individuals struggling with shame, anxiety, low self-worth, relationship challenges, emotional overwhelm, or feeling disconnected from themselves, others, or God. As a Christian therapist, I offer faith-sensitive counselling for those who want their beliefs thoughtfully integrated into therapy — without pressure, judgement, or assumptions. Your faith does not have to be separated from your healing.
As a Christian therapist specialising in sexual abuse and trauma, I offer a compassionate, faith-sensitive space to process shame, anxiety, low self-worth, relationship difficulties, and the lasting impact of abuse.
If you’re living with the impact of trauma or relational difficulties, you deserve a space where you feel safe, supported, and deeply understood without judgement. I specialise in supporting individuals struggling with shame, anxiety, low self-worth, relationship challenges, emotional overwhelm, or feeling disconnected from themselves, others, or God. As a Christian therapist, I offer faith-sensitive counselling for those who want their beliefs thoughtfully integrated into therapy — without pressure, judgement, or assumptions. Your faith does not have to be separated from your healing.
Childhood or adolescent trauma, domestic or sexual abuse and other deeply personal challenges can create barriers that make it difficult to fully embrace and enjoy the present.
I offer a compassionate, holistic approach to counselling where you can feel truly seen, heard & understood, no matter how complex or overwhelming challenges may seem. Together, we’ll explore how past experiences & family dynamics shape your present life, gently address emotional hurdles & build the insight & clarity needed to confidently heal & grow.
Childhood or adolescent trauma, domestic or sexual abuse and other deeply personal challenges can create barriers that make it difficult to fully embrace and enjoy the present.
I offer a compassionate, holistic approach to counselling where you can feel truly seen, heard & understood, no matter how complex or overwhelming challenges may seem. Together, we’ll explore how past experiences & family dynamics shape your present life, gently address emotional hurdles & build the insight & clarity needed to confidently heal & grow.
Alongside my private practice, I work within specialist services supporting maternal mental health and survivors of childhood sexual abuse.
Hi, I'm Carys, an integrative psychotherapist based in London Bridge, working with individuals and couples.
People come to therapy for many different reasons. You may be navigating a life transition, struggling in relationships, feeling stuck in familiar patterns, or carrying the impact of difficult childhood experiences. Sometimes there is a clear reason for seeking support; at other times there is simply a sense that something no longer feels right.
Therapy offers a space to slow down, reflect, and make sense of your experiences.
Alongside my private practice, I work within specialist services supporting maternal mental health and survivors of childhood sexual abuse.
Hi, I'm Carys, an integrative psychotherapist based in London Bridge, working with individuals and couples.
People come to therapy for many different reasons. You may be navigating a life transition, struggling in relationships, feeling stuck in familiar patterns, or carrying the impact of difficult childhood experiences. Sometimes there is a clear reason for seeking support; at other times there is simply a sense that something no longer feels right.
Therapy offers a space to slow down, reflect, and make sense of your experiences.
I work with people who are experiencing burnout, overwhelm, anxiety and stress, which may have come from childhood trauma. I have helped clients with complex issues understand their patterns and explore options for living with less discomfort.
Come and see me if you want to start improving your confidence and self-esteem by strengthening your understanding of your own needs and exploring why you have developed patterns in your life. I also work on clients' self-compassion, especially when they are experiencing shame and/or negative self-talk.
Most of my clients start to feel improvements with their issues within months.
I work with people who are experiencing burnout, overwhelm, anxiety and stress, which may have come from childhood trauma. I have helped clients with complex issues understand their patterns and explore options for living with less discomfort.
Come and see me if you want to start improving your confidence and self-esteem by strengthening your understanding of your own needs and exploring why you have developed patterns in your life. I also work on clients' self-compassion, especially when they are experiencing shame and/or negative self-talk.
Most of my clients start to feel improvements with their issues within months.
I have expertise in bereavement, supporting hundreds of clients facing significant loss, and an in-depth understanding of sexual assault trauma following my work as a specialist counsellor within the NHS.
I am passionate about working with individuals, couples and groups on themes including anxiety, sex and relationships, identity, neurodiversity, life transitions, and grief. I am dedicated to providing an inclusive, GSRD-affirming, neuro-affirming, anti-racist practice.
Whatever your story, life can be challenging. You might be navigating tough decisions, confusing feelings or a rollercoaster of emotions related to themes of identity, relationships or career. You don't have to do this alone. Together, we can explore your experiences and feelings to make meaning, find patterns, and move towards growth and fulfilment.
I have expertise in bereavement, supporting hundreds of clients facing significant loss, and an in-depth understanding of sexual assault trauma following my work as a specialist counsellor within the NHS.
I am passionate about working with individuals, couples and groups on themes including anxiety, sex and relationships, identity, neurodiversity, life transitions, and grief. I am dedicated to providing an inclusive, GSRD-affirming, neuro-affirming, anti-racist practice.
Whatever your story, life can be challenging. You might be navigating tough decisions, confusing feelings or a rollercoaster of emotions related to themes of identity, relationships or career. You don't have to do this alone. Together, we can explore your experiences and feelings to make meaning, find patterns, and move towards growth and fulfilment.
I am a former Rape Crisis Counsellor and offer specialist support for female survivors of sexual violence and childhood sexual abuse.
You may already understand some of your patterns, yet still feel overwhelmed, anxious, emotionally numb or stuck in ways you can’t fully explain. You're not broken and nothing is "wrong" with you, something has happened to you. I work with people struggling with emotional pain, childhood trauma, low self-worth, difficult life experiences, relationship difficulties, or feeling disconnected from themselves. Together, we create a space where you can slow down, explore what’s happening beneath the surface, and begin making sense of what you’ve been carrying emotionally for a long time.
I am a former Rape Crisis Counsellor and offer specialist support for female survivors of sexual violence and childhood sexual abuse.
You may already understand some of your patterns, yet still feel overwhelmed, anxious, emotionally numb or stuck in ways you can’t fully explain. You're not broken and nothing is "wrong" with you, something has happened to you. I work with people struggling with emotional pain, childhood trauma, low self-worth, difficult life experiences, relationship difficulties, or feeling disconnected from themselves. Together, we create a space where you can slow down, explore what’s happening beneath the surface, and begin making sense of what you’ve been carrying emotionally for a long time.
Reaching out for support or speaking with a counsellor for the first time can feel overwhelming. My approach is warm and empathetic, and I am committed to creating a safe, supportive space where you feel comfortable. I am also happy to discuss what this means to you and explore how I can best support you to feel comfortable during sessions.
This is your journey, and I want to understand your hopes, expectations, needs, and preferences so that I can tailor the counselling experience to suit you. My training is integrative, enabling me to draw on various therapeutic approaches to find the most effective way to support each individual.
Reaching out for support or speaking with a counsellor for the first time can feel overwhelming. My approach is warm and empathetic, and I am committed to creating a safe, supportive space where you feel comfortable. I am also happy to discuss what this means to you and explore how I can best support you to feel comfortable during sessions.
This is your journey, and I want to understand your hopes, expectations, needs, and preferences so that I can tailor the counselling experience to suit you. My training is integrative, enabling me to draw on various therapeutic approaches to find the most effective way to support each individual.
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 offer open-ended psychotherapy for people facing difficulties like anxiety, depression and low mood. Some come to therapy feeling overwhelmed by feelings or because they’re finding it hard to sustain fulfilling relationships. For others, there is no specific problem, but a feeling of wanting life to be different somehow.
I offer open-ended psychotherapy for people facing difficulties like anxiety, depression and low mood. Some come to therapy feeling overwhelmed by feelings or because they’re finding it hard to sustain fulfilling relationships. For others, there is no specific problem, but a feeling of wanting life to be different somehow.
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.
I also have specialist training and interest in 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, 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 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, 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 specialise in counselling clients with PTSD, complex trauma and survivors of childhood abuse and sexual abuse through my experience at a charity called One in Four in London.
I aim for a warm and welcoming atmosphere as I believe it is important to feel comfortable in the room with your therapist. I am experienced in working with panic attacks, generalised anxiety, depression, work stress, relationship issues, conflict management, low self-esteem, intrusive thoughts and grief and loss. The therapy hour last 50 minutes. This is your space and you can bring whatever you choose. All feelings and ideas are acceptable in the room and everything is confidential. Therapy moves at your pace and it is also your decision when to end therapy.
I specialise in counselling clients with PTSD, complex trauma and survivors of childhood abuse and sexual abuse through my experience at a charity called One in Four in London.
I aim for a warm and welcoming atmosphere as I believe it is important to feel comfortable in the room with your therapist. I am experienced in working with panic attacks, generalised anxiety, depression, work stress, relationship issues, conflict management, low self-esteem, intrusive thoughts and grief and loss. The therapy hour last 50 minutes. This is your space and you can bring whatever you choose. All feelings and ideas are acceptable in the room and everything is confidential. Therapy moves at your pace and it is also your decision when to end therapy.
I specialise in working with trauma and C-PTSD, supporting survivors of abuse and neurodivergent adults.
You may feel overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or stuck in patterns you don’t fully understand.
You might struggle with anxiety, low mood, emotional dysregulation, or relationship difficulties, feel disconnected from yourself and others.
You may feel shut down, or feel constantly on edge or burnt out.
You may have experienced trauma, loss, stress, or spent years coping, masking, or putting others first.
You may need calm and a greater self-understanding of yourself rather than just pushing through life.
I specialise in working with trauma and C-PTSD, supporting survivors of abuse and neurodivergent adults.
You may feel overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or stuck in patterns you don’t fully understand.
You might struggle with anxiety, low mood, emotional dysregulation, or relationship difficulties, feel disconnected from yourself and others.
You may feel shut down, or feel constantly on edge or burnt out.
You may have experienced trauma, loss, stress, or spent years coping, masking, or putting others first.
You may need calm and a greater self-understanding of yourself rather than just pushing through life.
Hello, My name's Julia. I am a person centred therapist; couselling psychologist, couple’s counsellor and trauma specialist. I trained at the University of East Anglia in 2000 and have worked as a therapist, trainer and supervisor in the UK and overseas. I re-trained at the University of Leiden as a psychologist. For 15 years I was in private practice in the Netherlands and also worked on for a number of international organisations supporting victims of war crimes. Since returning to the UK I have been working as a couple’s couples counsellor with the relationship specialists Relate; at a rape crisis centre and in private practice.
Hello, My name's Julia. I am a person centred therapist; couselling psychologist, couple’s counsellor and trauma specialist. I trained at the University of East Anglia in 2000 and have worked as a therapist, trainer and supervisor in the UK and overseas. I re-trained at the University of Leiden as a psychologist. For 15 years I was in private practice in the Netherlands and also worked on for a number of international organisations supporting victims of war crimes. Since returning to the UK I have been working as a couple’s couples counsellor with the relationship specialists Relate; at a rape crisis centre and in private practice.
I’m a registered Psychotherapist who works extensively with talking therapy. I have 25 years’ experience working with individuals and groups. Some of the issues I help people with are stress, anxiety, depression, identity, relationships, loneliness, burnout and feeling stuck. I offer therapy online and face to face at my practice in London Bridge, as well as walk & talk sessions. I provide a comfortable and confidential environment where you will feel respected, safe and free from judgement. While I primarily offer talking therapy, I can also draw on creative approaches where helpful and if you choose to explore them.
I’m a registered Psychotherapist who works extensively with talking therapy. I have 25 years’ experience working with individuals and groups. Some of the issues I help people with are stress, anxiety, depression, identity, relationships, loneliness, burnout and feeling stuck. I offer therapy online and face to face at my practice in London Bridge, as well as walk & talk sessions. I provide a comfortable and confidential environment where you will feel respected, safe and free from judgement. While I primarily offer talking therapy, I can also draw on creative approaches where helpful and if you choose to explore them.
As a psychodynamic therapist I offer once weekly face-to-face therapy in a supportive, understanding environment. My approach encourages self-reflection and self-examination, allowing you to understand the influence of the past on present behaviour and feelings. This enables you to examine unresolved conflicts and their consequences, giving you back more control in daily life. Working within the ethical framework of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists, I provide confidential and non-judgemental counselling to individuals looking for short term and open ended therapy on a variety of issues, offering you space to take a positive step towards insight and awareness.
As a psychodynamic therapist I offer once weekly face-to-face therapy in a supportive, understanding environment. My approach encourages self-reflection and self-examination, allowing you to understand the influence of the past on present behaviour and feelings. This enables you to examine unresolved conflicts and their consequences, giving you back more control in daily life. Working within the ethical framework of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists, I provide confidential and non-judgemental counselling to individuals looking for short term and open ended therapy on a variety of issues, offering you space to take a positive step towards insight and awareness.
I am a fully qualified Psychosynthesis counsellor and a supervisor in training.
I offer a reflective, non-judgemental and confidential space. I am committed to meet you where you are and provide a safe container to explore any issues or feelings that may be challenging or difficult for you at this moment in time. All is welcome to be explored in the therapy room, such as your anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues or loneliness.
I am a fully qualified Psychosynthesis counsellor and a supervisor in training.
I offer a reflective, non-judgemental and confidential space. I am committed to meet you where you are and provide a safe container to explore any issues or feelings that may be challenging or difficult for you at this moment in time. All is welcome to be explored in the therapy room, such as your anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues or loneliness.
I am a psychotherapist and supervisor and have been working with individuals and groups for the last twenty years. For several years I was on the training committee at AGIP including two years as chair. I am currently the course leader for the Guild's diploma in psychoanalytic supervision. I would describe my orientation as psychoanalytic from within a contemplative perspective. By this I mean that I subscribe to the idea of an unconscious and believe events and attitudes from early life can impact on our lives today. I understand that an awareness of these currents helps to increase the choices available to us.
I am a psychotherapist and supervisor and have been working with individuals and groups for the last twenty years. For several years I was on the training committee at AGIP including two years as chair. I am currently the course leader for the Guild's diploma in psychoanalytic supervision. I would describe my orientation as psychoanalytic from within a contemplative perspective. By this I mean that I subscribe to the idea of an unconscious and believe events and attitudes from early life can impact on our lives today. I understand that an awareness of these currents helps to increase the choices available to us.
I’m Pedro, a BACP-registered counsellor offering diversity-aware therapy in English and Spanish, online across the UK and in person in London Bridge (SE1) and Greenwich (SE10).
My work is LGBTQIA+ affirming, ADHD/neurodivergence-aware and trauma-informed. I support adults with anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, grief, shame, low self-worth, relationship difficulties and identity questions. A lot of my work explores the emotional cost of adapting, hiding or people-pleasing.
This may connect with being LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent, from a migrant or multicultural background, or a man who has not had much space for vulnerability.
I’m Pedro, a BACP-registered counsellor offering diversity-aware therapy in English and Spanish, online across the UK and in person in London Bridge (SE1) and Greenwich (SE10).
My work is LGBTQIA+ affirming, ADHD/neurodivergence-aware and trauma-informed. I support adults with anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, grief, shame, low self-worth, relationship difficulties and identity questions. A lot of my work explores the emotional cost of adapting, hiding or people-pleasing.
This may connect with being LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent, from a migrant or multicultural background, or a man who has not had much space for vulnerability.
Everyone copes with difficult feelings and life situations in their own way. But there are times when we feel stuck or overwhelmed, and strategies that once helped no longer seem effective. This might follow the loss of a relationship, a life transition, or even being deeply affected by something that seems small or insignificant.
Everyone copes with difficult feelings and life situations in their own way. But there are times when we feel stuck or overwhelmed, and strategies that once helped no longer seem effective. This might follow the loss of a relationship, a life transition, or even being deeply affected by something that seems small or insignificant.
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- City of London
- Fleet Street
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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.