Sexual Abuse Counselling in Mansfield
It can be incredibly hard to acknowledge the roots of things like low mood, low self esteem, guilt, difficulties with trust, or changes in eating or sleeping. These are just some of the ways trauma can continue to affect wellbeing long after the abuse has ended. Many survivors of sexual, physical, or emotional abuse don’t immediately recognise the link between what they went through and the challenges they’re facing now.
It can be incredibly hard to acknowledge the roots of things like low mood, low self esteem, guilt, difficulties with trust, or changes in eating or sleeping. These are just some of the ways trauma can continue to affect wellbeing long after the abuse has ended. Many survivors of sexual, physical, or emotional abuse don’t immediately recognise the link between what they went through and the challenges they’re facing now.
I have worked in the Domestic and Sexual abuse sector for many years, supporting clients through their healing process.
Please note my practice is a women only service. I am a Counsellor/Psychotherapist, Dramatherapist, Supervisor, Equine Facilitated Psychotherapist, Trauma Therapist and EMDR accredited practitioner with more than 20 years experience of working with a variety of presenting issues including complex PTSD. I can support clients with a number of difficulties and have extensive experience in supporting clients on the ASD spectrum. I am also trained in CBT, PCE-CfD and DBT therapy, Couple Counselling, MBCT and Mindfulness. All my training enables me to support clients through difficulties that classical talking therapy might not be able.
I have worked in the Domestic and Sexual abuse sector for many years, supporting clients through their healing process.
Please note my practice is a women only service. I am a Counsellor/Psychotherapist, Dramatherapist, Supervisor, Equine Facilitated Psychotherapist, Trauma Therapist and EMDR accredited practitioner with more than 20 years experience of working with a variety of presenting issues including complex PTSD. I can support clients with a number of difficulties and have extensive experience in supporting clients on the ASD spectrum. I am also trained in CBT, PCE-CfD and DBT therapy, Couple Counselling, MBCT and Mindfulness. All my training enables me to support clients through difficulties that classical talking therapy might not be able.
Are you anxious, low, or unsettled without fully understanding why? Struggling to concentrate, questioning your thoughts, feelings or actions, or preoccupied with what others might think? Anxiety and depression can be understandable responses to people-pleasing patterns or emotionally confusing relationships, where self-confidence has been gradually worn down. Even choosing a therapist can feel overwhelming when trust has been shaken. You want clarity, emotional stability, to identify your needs, build firm boundaries, and assert them in a way that others respect. Sessions are available both in person and online.
Are you anxious, low, or unsettled without fully understanding why? Struggling to concentrate, questioning your thoughts, feelings or actions, or preoccupied with what others might think? Anxiety and depression can be understandable responses to people-pleasing patterns or emotionally confusing relationships, where self-confidence has been gradually worn down. Even choosing a therapist can feel overwhelming when trust has been shaken. You want clarity, emotional stability, to identify your needs, build firm boundaries, and assert them in a way that others respect. Sessions are available both in person and online.
If you are struggling with low mood, anxiety, or generally feeling lost and unfulfilled in life and in relationships, please feel free to get in touch. I have over 20 years' experience of working in the mental health field, including the NHS, independent secure mental health services, and private practice (Inter-Mind Psychological Services Ltd). I pride myself on a down-to-Earth approach that is highly confidential, compassionate, and consistent with my professional ethics and values. I use the knowledge and skills I have to try to help clients make sense of their difficulties and to find ways of moving forwards in their lives.
If you are struggling with low mood, anxiety, or generally feeling lost and unfulfilled in life and in relationships, please feel free to get in touch. I have over 20 years' experience of working in the mental health field, including the NHS, independent secure mental health services, and private practice (Inter-Mind Psychological Services Ltd). I pride myself on a down-to-Earth approach that is highly confidential, compassionate, and consistent with my professional ethics and values. I use the knowledge and skills I have to try to help clients make sense of their difficulties and to find ways of moving forwards in their lives.
Perhaps you're feeling overwhelmed, misunderstood, stuck in repeating patterns, or struggling in your relationships. Therapy can provide a space to make sense of what is happening, understand yourself more fully, and find a way forward.
I work with adults and couples across a wide range of emotional, psychological and relationship difficulties. I have particular expertise in Autism, ADHD and neurodiverse relationships. My approach is Humanistic, relational and tailored to your individual needs.
If you'd like to make an enquiry, please email in the first instance.
Perhaps you're feeling overwhelmed, misunderstood, stuck in repeating patterns, or struggling in your relationships. Therapy can provide a space to make sense of what is happening, understand yourself more fully, and find a way forward.
I work with adults and couples across a wide range of emotional, psychological and relationship difficulties. I have particular expertise in Autism, ADHD and neurodiverse relationships. My approach is Humanistic, relational and tailored to your individual needs.
If you'd like to make an enquiry, please email in the first instance.
If you're anxious or depressed, or feeling stressed because of particular issues in your life then its hard to choose a counsellor that might help you. I never knew whether to pick a therapist that looked as unhinged as I felt, or go for one that seemed to have life sorted! We often feel we have to pretend to seem 'normal' or put a mask on to face to world, but therapy can be the place where you can be yourself (or work out who that could be). I try to offer you space where you are safe to explore what is affecting you, and help you reach a way forward.
If you're anxious or depressed, or feeling stressed because of particular issues in your life then its hard to choose a counsellor that might help you. I never knew whether to pick a therapist that looked as unhinged as I felt, or go for one that seemed to have life sorted! We often feel we have to pretend to seem 'normal' or put a mask on to face to world, but therapy can be the place where you can be yourself (or work out who that could be). I try to offer you space where you are safe to explore what is affecting you, and help you reach a way forward.
Do you find it difficult to talk to those closest to you about your issues and concerns? Perhaps you don’t want to burden them or feel worried that they might judge or not understand what you are going through? I provide a safe, confidential, and non-judgemental space in which you can explore your thoughts and feelings, allowing you to understand more about yourself and your relationships with others. As an integrative counsellor, I work with a variety of therapeutic approaches and methods, and combine them to suit the needs of each individual client.
Do you find it difficult to talk to those closest to you about your issues and concerns? Perhaps you don’t want to burden them or feel worried that they might judge or not understand what you are going through? I provide a safe, confidential, and non-judgemental space in which you can explore your thoughts and feelings, allowing you to understand more about yourself and your relationships with others. As an integrative counsellor, I work with a variety of therapeutic approaches and methods, and combine them to suit the needs of each individual client.
Hello there! I’m an accredited DBT therapist (SfDBT) and registered mental health nurse (NMC), with experience in the NHS and private practice for adults and adolescents. I bring a lot of passion and energy into teaching skills for managing relationships, regulating emotions, tolerating distress, and understanding how various systems, from our family systems to the society we live in, impact how we move in the world.
Hello there! I’m an accredited DBT therapist (SfDBT) and registered mental health nurse (NMC), with experience in the NHS and private practice for adults and adolescents. I bring a lot of passion and energy into teaching skills for managing relationships, regulating emotions, tolerating distress, and understanding how various systems, from our family systems to the society we live in, impact how we move in the world.
I am Dr Carla Rainbow, and I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist and a registered Counselling Psychotherapist (Dip TC, Dip SP&C, FD, BSc (Hons), PG Dip, MSc, DClinPsy, CPsychol, AFBPsS, Reg, MBACP, MSfDBT, EuroPsy). That means I am qualified to the very highest level, and experienced to be able to help you with even the most complex problems that you might be experiencing. On top of my experience (including in the NHS and prison services), and my qualifications, I work really hard at building effective working relationships, because research suggests that can be one of the most effective indicators for good therapeutic outcomes.
I am Dr Carla Rainbow, and I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist and a registered Counselling Psychotherapist (Dip TC, Dip SP&C, FD, BSc (Hons), PG Dip, MSc, DClinPsy, CPsychol, AFBPsS, Reg, MBACP, MSfDBT, EuroPsy). That means I am qualified to the very highest level, and experienced to be able to help you with even the most complex problems that you might be experiencing. On top of my experience (including in the NHS and prison services), and my qualifications, I work really hard at building effective working relationships, because research suggests that can be one of the most effective indicators for good therapeutic outcomes.
My name is Kimberley and I provide online/remote and in person counselling and specialised EMDR (eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing) treatment. I specialise in supporting people experiencing Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, Panic Attacks, Work-Related Stress, Mental Health Difficulties, and many others. I offer a free 15 minute consultation to help assess your needs and manage expectations.
My name is Kimberley and I provide online/remote and in person counselling and specialised EMDR (eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing) treatment. I specialise in supporting people experiencing Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, Panic Attacks, Work-Related Stress, Mental Health Difficulties, and many others. I offer a free 15 minute consultation to help assess your needs and manage expectations.
For when being hard on yourself has become exhausting.
Perhaps you spend a lot of time overthinking, worrying about what other people think, or feeling like you’re never quite good enough. You might be incredibly hard on yourself, struggle with shame or low self-worth, or find yourself using behaviours to cope with feelings that have become difficult to manage.
From the outside, you may seem like you’re coping. Inside, things can feel very different.
I offer a warm, compassionate and non-judgemental space where you don’t have to pretend that everything is okay.
For when being hard on yourself has become exhausting.
Perhaps you spend a lot of time overthinking, worrying about what other people think, or feeling like you’re never quite good enough. You might be incredibly hard on yourself, struggle with shame or low self-worth, or find yourself using behaviours to cope with feelings that have become difficult to manage.
From the outside, you may seem like you’re coping. Inside, things can feel very different.
I offer a warm, compassionate and non-judgemental space where you don’t have to pretend that everything is okay.
Hello I am Emma. I am a humanistic & integrative psychotherapist and counsellor and I work with adults, children, and young people. You may be experiencing relationship or family difficulties, loss, anxiety, panic attacks, depression, or loneliness. Work issues such as bullying, stress or pressures to perform may feel overwhelming. Or you may simply feel disconnected in a way that is hard to describe. Whatever your reason for seeing a counsellor I aim to provide you with a non-judgemental, open, honest, empathetic, and supportive space to fully explore your situation and to help you to understand your thoughts and feelings.
Hello I am Emma. I am a humanistic & integrative psychotherapist and counsellor and I work with adults, children, and young people. You may be experiencing relationship or family difficulties, loss, anxiety, panic attacks, depression, or loneliness. Work issues such as bullying, stress or pressures to perform may feel overwhelming. Or you may simply feel disconnected in a way that is hard to describe. Whatever your reason for seeing a counsellor I aim to provide you with a non-judgemental, open, honest, empathetic, and supportive space to fully explore your situation and to help you to understand your thoughts and feelings.
Hello and welcome. It is normal to experience stages in life where it seems to make no sense, perhaps events feel overwhelming and life seems impossible to navigate. Alternatively relationships may be problematic or recurrent patterns of behaviour are negatively affecting everyday life. People find their way to therapy for many different reasons and it takes courage to make the decision. Coming from an Integrative approach means that I can draw from a range of therapeutic approaches. This enables me to engage with you in a way that will be most effective and tailored to best suit your individual needs.
Hello and welcome. It is normal to experience stages in life where it seems to make no sense, perhaps events feel overwhelming and life seems impossible to navigate. Alternatively relationships may be problematic or recurrent patterns of behaviour are negatively affecting everyday life. People find their way to therapy for many different reasons and it takes courage to make the decision. Coming from an Integrative approach means that I can draw from a range of therapeutic approaches. This enables me to engage with you in a way that will be most effective and tailored to best suit your individual needs.
On the outside, you may look as though you are coping well: capable, thoughtful, and perhaps even successful in the eyes of others. But inside, things may feel more tender or uncertain. You might find yourself doubting who you are, second-guessing your choices, or trying hard to be good, perfect, or liked. Perhaps you often feel you have to earn your place, or carry a quiet sense of rejection that never fully goes away. Beneath these feelings, there may be something deeper: shame. Even if that word does not quite fit for you, you may recognise what it feels like to not feel good enough, or to feel disconnected from others.
On the outside, you may look as though you are coping well: capable, thoughtful, and perhaps even successful in the eyes of others. But inside, things may feel more tender or uncertain. You might find yourself doubting who you are, second-guessing your choices, or trying hard to be good, perfect, or liked. Perhaps you often feel you have to earn your place, or carry a quiet sense of rejection that never fully goes away. Beneath these feelings, there may be something deeper: shame. Even if that word does not quite fit for you, you may recognise what it feels like to not feel good enough, or to feel disconnected from others.
Hello and welcome. Reaching out for therapy can feel difficult, especially when you are already feeling anxious, overwhelmed, frightened or unsure where to begin.
I work with adults experiencing anxiety, low mood, relationship difficulties, grief, work-related stress, low self-esteem and the lasting effects of domestic abuse or difficult relationships.
At Seeds of Becoming, I offer a warm, compassionate and non-judgemental space where you can talk openly and feel heard. You do not need to have all the answers. Together, we can explore what is happening for you, understand the patterns or experiences that may be keeping you stuck,
Hello and welcome. Reaching out for therapy can feel difficult, especially when you are already feeling anxious, overwhelmed, frightened or unsure where to begin.
I work with adults experiencing anxiety, low mood, relationship difficulties, grief, work-related stress, low self-esteem and the lasting effects of domestic abuse or difficult relationships.
At Seeds of Becoming, I offer a warm, compassionate and non-judgemental space where you can talk openly and feel heard. You do not need to have all the answers. Together, we can explore what is happening for you, understand the patterns or experiences that may be keeping you stuck,
Presenting issues that I work with are: all types of Abuse, Adverse Childhood Experiences, Anxiety, Low mood, Depression, Overwhelm, ADHD & Autism,
Affairs and betrayals, Anger, Anxiety, panic attacks & social anxiety, Bereavement & loss (including suicide bereavement), Bullying, Burnout & work-related stress, Chronic illness, relationships, intimacy, Low confidence & self-esteem, Financial worries, Self-harm, Separation & divorce, Sexual assault & trauma, Suicidal thoughts.
I work collaboratively to build strong therapeutic alliance. I welcome and respect individuals from all ages, backgrounds, cultures, religions, genders, sexualities, additional needs, and neurodiversity.
I hold a space where clients can be their authentic selves to reconnect, realign and create positive outcomes for themselves and their being.
Presenting issues that I work with are: all types of Abuse, Adverse Childhood Experiences, Anxiety, Low mood, Depression, Overwhelm, ADHD & Autism,
Affairs and betrayals, Anger, Anxiety, panic attacks & social anxiety, Bereavement & loss (including suicide bereavement), Bullying, Burnout & work-related stress, Chronic illness, relationships, intimacy, Low confidence & self-esteem, Financial worries, Self-harm, Separation & divorce, Sexual assault & trauma, Suicidal thoughts.
I work collaboratively to build strong therapeutic alliance. I welcome and respect individuals from all ages, backgrounds, cultures, religions, genders, sexualities, additional needs, and neurodiversity.
I hold a space where clients can be their authentic selves to reconnect, realign and create positive outcomes for themselves and their being.
Welcome! I am a fully qualified, accredited, and experienced Counsellor Psychotherapist, and Supervisor.
Life can be very challenging and we can feel sad, lonely, anxious, angry or just numb. Maybe you are suffering from trauma, a bereavement, relationship issues or are being abused? These are some of the issues I can help with. I will work collaboratively and confidentially with you to achieve your goals. Therapy is known to improve clarity, self-awareness, self-esteem and coping skills. I offer counselling for single, short term issues or psychotherapy for more deeper rooted issues. Text me to book a complimentary phone chat.
Welcome! I am a fully qualified, accredited, and experienced Counsellor Psychotherapist, and Supervisor.
Life can be very challenging and we can feel sad, lonely, anxious, angry or just numb. Maybe you are suffering from trauma, a bereavement, relationship issues or are being abused? These are some of the issues I can help with. I will work collaboratively and confidentially with you to achieve your goals. Therapy is known to improve clarity, self-awareness, self-esteem and coping skills. I offer counselling for single, short term issues or psychotherapy for more deeper rooted issues. Text me to book a complimentary phone chat.
Struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression or relationship difficulties can feel overwhelming and isolating. I offer a warm, grounded space where we make sense of what’s going on and find practical ways forward. I’m an HCPC registered psychologist with 20+ years experience across NHS and private settings, supporting adults with complex emotional difficulties. My approach is integrative, drawing on CBT, DBT, ACT, Schema and compassion focused work to help you understand patterns, build resilience and feel more like yourself again.
Struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression or relationship difficulties can feel overwhelming and isolating. I offer a warm, grounded space where we make sense of what’s going on and find practical ways forward. I’m an HCPC registered psychologist with 20+ years experience across NHS and private settings, supporting adults with complex emotional difficulties. My approach is integrative, drawing on CBT, DBT, ACT, Schema and compassion focused work to help you understand patterns, build resilience and feel more like yourself again.
Life can sometimes leave us carrying experiences that weigh heavily, feelings of anxiety, shame, low confidence, or a sense of simply surviving rather than living fully. Often, these struggles emerge for understandable reasons, even when they no longer feel helpful. I provide a safe and accepting space where you can slow down, feel heard, and explore what may be happening beneath the surface. Working together, at a pace that feels manageable, we can begin to make sense of difficult experiences, explore new ways of coping, and support meaningful change.
Life can sometimes leave us carrying experiences that weigh heavily, feelings of anxiety, shame, low confidence, or a sense of simply surviving rather than living fully. Often, these struggles emerge for understandable reasons, even when they no longer feel helpful. I provide a safe and accepting space where you can slow down, feel heard, and explore what may be happening beneath the surface. Working together, at a pace that feels manageable, we can begin to make sense of difficult experiences, explore new ways of coping, and support meaningful change.
Expressing your thoughts and feelings in confidence, and with someone who can ensure a caring and empathetic space is empowering. Making changes is not easy, and that is precisely why I engage a very human approach to a number of models of talking therapies.
Expressing your thoughts and feelings in confidence, and with someone who can ensure a caring and empathetic space is empowering. Making changes is not easy, and that is precisely why I engage a very human approach to a number of models of talking therapies.
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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.