Trauma and PTSD Counselling in Milton Keynes
I have a interest in working with childhood trauma, emotional abuse, coercive control and narcissistic abuse and can help you navigate the confusing and painful aftermath of narcissistic abuse and domestic violence.
I am an integrative therapist working with both short term and open ended therapy. I can provide you with a compassionate and safe space to explore your situation in a supportive and confidential environment free from judgement. I will help to guide you to solutions, new ways of thinking or just facilitate somewhere to explore your thoughts and feelings. I work integratively which means I adapt to work collaboratively with each of my clients based on individual needs and will draw on models of psychodynamic, CBT grounded in person centred.
I have a interest in working with childhood trauma, emotional abuse, coercive control and narcissistic abuse and can help you navigate the confusing and painful aftermath of narcissistic abuse and domestic violence.
I am an integrative therapist working with both short term and open ended therapy. I can provide you with a compassionate and safe space to explore your situation in a supportive and confidential environment free from judgement. I will help to guide you to solutions, new ways of thinking or just facilitate somewhere to explore your thoughts and feelings. I work integratively which means I adapt to work collaboratively with each of my clients based on individual needs and will draw on models of psychodynamic, CBT grounded in person centred.
As a therapist, I work with clients to help them deal with issues such as depression, anxiety and invasive thoughts. I believe that society is quick to label people and say “whats wrong with you?” whereas, I believe we should be asking “What happened to you?” My clients have included survivors of childhood abuse, neglect, sexual assault and those recovering from traumatic-based experiences that have affected their current quality of life. I offer bereavement counselling to help people navigate their pain and find their own way to make sense of their loss. I recognise that, as each person is unique, so is their grieving process.
As a therapist, I work with clients to help them deal with issues such as depression, anxiety and invasive thoughts. I believe that society is quick to label people and say “whats wrong with you?” whereas, I believe we should be asking “What happened to you?” My clients have included survivors of childhood abuse, neglect, sexual assault and those recovering from traumatic-based experiences that have affected their current quality of life. I offer bereavement counselling to help people navigate their pain and find their own way to make sense of their loss. I recognise that, as each person is unique, so is their grieving process.
I have over 10 years experience within the NHS, Education and Care sector supporting people with anxiety, depression, low mood,OCD, behavioural difficulties, relationship issues and social emotional mental health with neurodivergence. Hello! I'm Brenda a qualified Systemic Psychotherapist with UKCP.
Do you notice patterns in your life or relationships that feel hard to change in your own thoughts and emotions, or in your child’s behaviour?As a Systemic Psychotherapist I understand that difficulties rarely exist in isolation. Our difficulties are often shaped by relational patterns, life experiences and the wider context we live in.
I have over 10 years experience within the NHS, Education and Care sector supporting people with anxiety, depression, low mood,OCD, behavioural difficulties, relationship issues and social emotional mental health with neurodivergence. Hello! I'm Brenda a qualified Systemic Psychotherapist with UKCP.
Do you notice patterns in your life or relationships that feel hard to change in your own thoughts and emotions, or in your child’s behaviour?As a Systemic Psychotherapist I understand that difficulties rarely exist in isolation. Our difficulties are often shaped by relational patterns, life experiences and the wider context we live in.
Ella is an experienced Clinical Psychologist and specialist in helping people live well with a range of physical and mental health conditions. She will provide space to listen to your story whilst assessing your needs. You will be able to create an individualised treatment plan together. Ella will help you to understand what is happening in your mind and body and feel more empowered to cope. The treatments she offers are drawn from up-to-date research in line with the latest national NICE guidance. Ella will work with you to address your self-defined goals and she will show you some psychological tools to help you track the changes.
Ella is an experienced Clinical Psychologist and specialist in helping people live well with a range of physical and mental health conditions. She will provide space to listen to your story whilst assessing your needs. You will be able to create an individualised treatment plan together. Ella will help you to understand what is happening in your mind and body and feel more empowered to cope. The treatments she offers are drawn from up-to-date research in line with the latest national NICE guidance. Ella will work with you to address your self-defined goals and she will show you some psychological tools to help you track the changes.
Sometimes life can be challenging and overwhelming. Are you struggling with feelings of anxiety, or constantly stressed and unsure how to move forward? Feeling unheard? Or dealing with a recent bereavement? I understand how hard it is to take that first step. What I can offer is a calm, non judgemental, and warm space to work together to explore the sources of your stress.
Sometimes life can be challenging and overwhelming. Are you struggling with feelings of anxiety, or constantly stressed and unsure how to move forward? Feeling unheard? Or dealing with a recent bereavement? I understand how hard it is to take that first step. What I can offer is a calm, non judgemental, and warm space to work together to explore the sources of your stress.
These include cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), trauma therapies such as EMDR, dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT), schema therapy, and mindfulness, all tailored to support individual needs.
Serendipity Psychology is a team of professionally registered, highly qualified psychologists, psychotherapists, counsellors and occupational therapists working across Northamptonshire, Milton Keynes, Leicestershire, Coventry & Warwickshire and many other areas of the UK. Our team aspire to deliver exceptional, personalised psychological treatment and care throughout the time you need us. We offer a range of specialist support and pathways of care, including a neurodivergence pathway for the assessment and support of ASD and ADHD, and a lower-fee pathway for those who may struggle to access independent therapy because of the cost.
These include cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), trauma therapies such as EMDR, dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT), schema therapy, and mindfulness, all tailored to support individual needs.
Serendipity Psychology is a team of professionally registered, highly qualified psychologists, psychotherapists, counsellors and occupational therapists working across Northamptonshire, Milton Keynes, Leicestershire, Coventry & Warwickshire and many other areas of the UK. Our team aspire to deliver exceptional, personalised psychological treatment and care throughout the time you need us. We offer a range of specialist support and pathways of care, including a neurodivergence pathway for the assessment and support of ASD and ADHD, and a lower-fee pathway for those who may struggle to access independent therapy because of the cost.
Each day, I help people manage stressful life events and confront various psychological issues, such as anxiety, PTSD, low mood, performance optimisation, and coping with pressure.
I deliver high-quality treatments, including CBT (I'm BABCP accredited), ACT for performance optimisation (e.g., thriving in competitive sports), EMDR, and Mindfulness-Based Therapies. We will work towards your valued goals and create meaningful change in your life. I offer focused psychological therapy in a safe place. I also provide clinical supervision.
Each day, I help people manage stressful life events and confront various psychological issues, such as anxiety, PTSD, low mood, performance optimisation, and coping with pressure.
I deliver high-quality treatments, including CBT (I'm BABCP accredited), ACT for performance optimisation (e.g., thriving in competitive sports), EMDR, and Mindfulness-Based Therapies. We will work towards your valued goals and create meaningful change in your life. I offer focused psychological therapy in a safe place. I also provide clinical supervision.
Hi, my name is Andrew. I'm a Psychodynamic Counsellor (since 2018).
Psychodynamic counselling is a relationship where the things you can’t (yet!) think or say—your anxieties, defences, long-standing patterns of loving and hating—can begin to show themselves in the here-and-now, especially in how you experience your therapist. By noticing and putting words to these unconscious “inner object” relationships as they come alive between you and your therapist, you slowly integrate previously split-off parts of yourself, soften persecutory fear and guilt, and build a more stable capacity for trust, ambivalence, and care.
Hi, my name is Andrew. I'm a Psychodynamic Counsellor (since 2018).
Psychodynamic counselling is a relationship where the things you can’t (yet!) think or say—your anxieties, defences, long-standing patterns of loving and hating—can begin to show themselves in the here-and-now, especially in how you experience your therapist. By noticing and putting words to these unconscious “inner object” relationships as they come alive between you and your therapist, you slowly integrate previously split-off parts of yourself, soften persecutory fear and guilt, and build a more stable capacity for trust, ambivalence, and care.
I have worked with clients with a range of issues including: Abuse, Childhood trauma Workplace bullying, Bereavement and Loss, Substance use, Women's health issues, Change of life stage eg: retirement, menopause, parenting, Loneliness, Uncertainty, Relationship issues, Identity, Trauma.
I believe that counselling is a safe space that offers an opportunity for you to be unapologetically you. To be accepted, heard and supported to explore the things that brought you into therapy. This could be big life events or a general feeling of being discontented with how things are in the moment and wanting to explore that further. Every person that accesses counselling has different needs and processes things in different ways. I do not believe that one type of counselling fits everyone or every situation. I offer a broader spectrum of modalities, knowledge and skills allowing for a more flexible way of working.
I have worked with clients with a range of issues including: Abuse, Childhood trauma Workplace bullying, Bereavement and Loss, Substance use, Women's health issues, Change of life stage eg: retirement, menopause, parenting, Loneliness, Uncertainty, Relationship issues, Identity, Trauma.
I believe that counselling is a safe space that offers an opportunity for you to be unapologetically you. To be accepted, heard and supported to explore the things that brought you into therapy. This could be big life events or a general feeling of being discontented with how things are in the moment and wanting to explore that further. Every person that accesses counselling has different needs and processes things in different ways. I do not believe that one type of counselling fits everyone or every situation. I offer a broader spectrum of modalities, knowledge and skills allowing for a more flexible way of working.
My clients appreciate my holistic approach to mental health. Their goal is usually to find their authentic selves, to become more self aware and to thrive and find joy and purpose, not just survive and settle for a life that is not working for them. We all want to be seen, heard and understood and that is often at the very heart of Healing.
My clients appreciate my holistic approach to mental health. Their goal is usually to find their authentic selves, to become more self aware and to thrive and find joy and purpose, not just survive and settle for a life that is not working for them. We all want to be seen, heard and understood and that is often at the very heart of Healing.
Whether this is around past traumas or wanting to focus on future goals, this is your own journey.
As an integrative and holistic therapist, I accept you as a whole being including physical, emotional, mental and spiritual aspects, where appropriate. My experience includes working with adults and young people on a range of issues including anxiety, bereavement and loss, depression, low-esteem, relationships, sexual abuse, stress, trauma, and work issues.
Whether this is around past traumas or wanting to focus on future goals, this is your own journey.
As an integrative and holistic therapist, I accept you as a whole being including physical, emotional, mental and spiritual aspects, where appropriate. My experience includes working with adults and young people on a range of issues including anxiety, bereavement and loss, depression, low-esteem, relationships, sexual abuse, stress, trauma, and work issues.
People who have experienced significant distress, trauma or hurt in life can also, not surprisingly, experience significant difficulties where memories come to haunt us and send us back to previous pain.
As a Clinical Psychologist I have extensive experience working within the NHS and Social care settings with adults and children/ young people. I am trained in a variety of evidence based therapy models such as CBT, ACT, CFT, DBT, EMDR and work with a systemic focus. I specialise in trauma and attachment difficulties.
People who have experienced significant distress, trauma or hurt in life can also, not surprisingly, experience significant difficulties where memories come to haunt us and send us back to previous pain.
As a Clinical Psychologist I have extensive experience working within the NHS and Social care settings with adults and children/ young people. I am trained in a variety of evidence based therapy models such as CBT, ACT, CFT, DBT, EMDR and work with a systemic focus. I specialise in trauma and attachment difficulties.
I work with adults and young people in a trauma-informed way that is safe, gentle and compassionate to work towards real change.
I work in a relational way alongside clients using symbol/metaphor to gently identify experiences that words are difficult to define, using a dual processing technique. This includes talking in addition to the client’s choice of working with postcards, objects, marks/words on paper, dreams or perhaps a song that resonates with you. You may just want to talk.
I work with adults and young people in a trauma-informed way that is safe, gentle and compassionate to work towards real change.
I work in a relational way alongside clients using symbol/metaphor to gently identify experiences that words are difficult to define, using a dual processing technique. This includes talking in addition to the client’s choice of working with postcards, objects, marks/words on paper, dreams or perhaps a song that resonates with you. You may just want to talk.
Life can be full of challenges and sometimes we need help to make sense of what is going on. Maybe there are issues in your life right now that are making life difficult, or perhaps your past experiences are having an impact on you, stopping you from being where you want to be, or from being the person you deserve to be.
Life can be full of challenges and sometimes we need help to make sense of what is going on. Maybe there are issues in your life right now that are making life difficult, or perhaps your past experiences are having an impact on you, stopping you from being where you want to be, or from being the person you deserve to be.
My approach is person-centred, integrative, and trauma-informed, meaning therapy is shaped around you and your experiences.
Do you wake up anxious, stressed and dread the beginning of each new day? Are you feeling overwhelmed from taking care of everyone else’s needs and feel guilty if you take time for yourself? Do you often feel that everyone else’s problems are greater than yours and don’t speak out about your own difficulties but will happily listen and support friends when they need help? Perhaps you feel that your work / life balance is out of control but just don't know where to start? Working together I will help you create healthier habits, feel better about yourself and learn techniques to feel more in control to begin enjoying life again.
My approach is person-centred, integrative, and trauma-informed, meaning therapy is shaped around you and your experiences.
Do you wake up anxious, stressed and dread the beginning of each new day? Are you feeling overwhelmed from taking care of everyone else’s needs and feel guilty if you take time for yourself? Do you often feel that everyone else’s problems are greater than yours and don’t speak out about your own difficulties but will happily listen and support friends when they need help? Perhaps you feel that your work / life balance is out of control but just don't know where to start? Working together I will help you create healthier habits, feel better about yourself and learn techniques to feel more in control to begin enjoying life again.
A lot of my work tends to be around Trauma, anxiety, low self esteem and relationship challenges.
I offer trauma informed, down to earth counselling that helps clients feel safe, grounded, and heard. Together we explore difficult emotions, patterns in thoughts or relationships, and past experiences, using gentle guidance and practical strategies to support emotional regulation, self esteem, and clearer boundaries.
A lot of my work tends to be around Trauma, anxiety, low self esteem and relationship challenges.
I offer trauma informed, down to earth counselling that helps clients feel safe, grounded, and heard. Together we explore difficult emotions, patterns in thoughts or relationships, and past experiences, using gentle guidance and practical strategies to support emotional regulation, self esteem, and clearer boundaries.
Whether you’ve experienced trauma, loss, abuse, or feel anxious or depressed, or feel stuck and confused.
Using an Integrative approach we build a strong therapeutic relationship to explore, build insight and understanding, develop strategies and facilitate you to reach your goals. I’ve worked extensively with Trauma, loss and abuse in multiple settings. I’m a clinical Supervisor and an EMDR therapist for both adults and children
Whether you’ve experienced trauma, loss, abuse, or feel anxious or depressed, or feel stuck and confused.
Using an Integrative approach we build a strong therapeutic relationship to explore, build insight and understanding, develop strategies and facilitate you to reach your goals. I’ve worked extensively with Trauma, loss and abuse in multiple settings. I’m a clinical Supervisor and an EMDR therapist for both adults and children
I specialise in TRAUMA.
My Book No More Trauma! relates. Also my book Freedom in Spirituality, is non-Religious and is also studied by my students as a holistic balance in psychotherapy and spirituality for the profession. You can’t change others but you can change yourself to be a better you.
I specialise in TRAUMA.
My Book No More Trauma! relates. Also my book Freedom in Spirituality, is non-Religious and is also studied by my students as a holistic balance in psychotherapy and spirituality for the profession. You can’t change others but you can change yourself to be a better you.
Hi there. Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, difficulties with your emotions or dealing with the after effects of traumatic experiences? Perhaps you may have specific goals that you would like to work towards, relating to your career or lifestyle and you are struggling to meet these goals on your own. My name is Bongi, and I work with adults, children and adolescents who experience these difficulties and support them to overcome, these challenges. My aim as a therapist is to help people to reclaim control of their own perceptions, emotions and behaviours in order to reach their goals, thrive and live a fulfilling life.
Hi there. Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, difficulties with your emotions or dealing with the after effects of traumatic experiences? Perhaps you may have specific goals that you would like to work towards, relating to your career or lifestyle and you are struggling to meet these goals on your own. My name is Bongi, and I work with adults, children and adolescents who experience these difficulties and support them to overcome, these challenges. My aim as a therapist is to help people to reclaim control of their own perceptions, emotions and behaviours in order to reach their goals, thrive and live a fulfilling life.
Most of my clients come to me with a number of emotional issues relating to depression, addiction, anxiety or stress, trauma or phobia.
I offer individual psychotherapy/ counselling session for a wide range of emotional issues and psychological challenges. Trauma therapy and reducing anxiety and depression have been a speciality. However, I also offer very effective couples counselling. Recently I have secured successful workIng with a range of addictions, including gambling habits.
Most of my clients come to me with a number of emotional issues relating to depression, addiction, anxiety or stress, trauma or phobia.
I offer individual psychotherapy/ counselling session for a wide range of emotional issues and psychological challenges. Trauma therapy and reducing anxiety and depression have been a speciality. However, I also offer very effective couples counselling. Recently I have secured successful workIng with a range of addictions, including gambling habits.
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Trauma and PTSD Counsellors
When should I seek treatment for trauma?
Not everyone who undergoes trauma needs therapy to heal, but many do. If, after experiencing a traumatic event, you find yourself struggling with symptoms such as nightmares, dissociation, irritability, or emotional numbness—especially if these symptoms last more than a month and are severe enough to interfere with your daily functioning—you may benefit from seeking out therapy with a trauma-informed provider.
How long does trauma therapy take?
Different types of therapy for trauma unfold on different timelines. Prolonged exposure therapy and cognitive processing therapy, for example, each take about three months, while trauma-informed CBT may last anywhere from 8 to 25 sessions. Other approaches, especially those that are less structured or that incorporate elements from multiple modalities, may be more open-ended, though many patients report feeling better within the first few months of treatment.
What happens if trauma is left untreated?
Unaddressed trauma can have serious—even devastating—effects on relationships, career, and day-to-day functioning. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can lead people to distrust or lash out at others, making it difficult to maintain intimate relationships; it can also trigger symptoms such as flashbacks or hyperreactivity that can interfere with a person’s ability to function effectively, personally and/or professionally. Some sufferers turn to drugs to find relief. Symptoms may lessen on their own with time, but there is no guarantee that PTSD will resolve on its own.
Can PTSD come back after treatment?
It is possible for PTSD symptoms to recur months or years after successful treatment. This is because, like most mental health disorders, it is not possible to “cure” PTSD, and stressful life events may cause symptoms to recur in even the most resilient individuals. There is no shame in re-experiencing PTSD symptoms nor in returning to therapy when such relapses occur; indeed, many forms of trauma therapy explicitly encourage periodic “maintenance sessions” to reinforce coping skills and ensure that symptoms stay manageable.