Trauma and PTSD Counselling in Northampton

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Rita Clare
Psychotherapist, MHGI
Verified
Verified
If you have PTSD , or any upsetting memories, there is no need for you to divulge any details at all.
Are you feeling stuck about the past? Perhaps the present is a source of stress? Or maybe you have a general feeling of uncertainty about the future? I am a very empathic and non-judgemental therapist with the benefit of a practical and solution-focused mind. I can help you identify and meet your missing emotional needs so that you can heal and stay mentally balanced; moving you on from states such as stress, anxiety, OCD, depression, anger, or addiction. This is a modern therapy with the added advantage of an optional guided imagery at the end of each session, as an extra 'boost' for feeling emotionally calm and in control again.
01604 343091
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Northampton NN4
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A&F Psychological Services Ltd
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Forensic Psych.
Verified
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We specialise in working with complex/longer-term psychological difficulties such as trauma, PTSD , CPTSD, and relationship issues.
We understand that everyday life is stressful and have worked to make our services as flexible as possible, and adapted to your needs. Our aim is to provide quality assessment, support and psychology services for individuals and their families, to improve mental and emotional well-being. We're a collection of chartered and HCPC registered Psychologists experienced in working with adult and adolescent clients. Our clinicians can support you with a range of issues including depression, anxiety, phobias, and OCD.
01536 907319
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Northampton NN1
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Mary Doran
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified
Verified
Mary is a Doctor of psychology and chartered psychologist with the British Psychological Society. She is also a registered psycho-sensory psychotherapist with the BACP. She is an experienced therapist and works with an Integrative Psychosensory approach using evidence-based approaches which have been scientifically shown to be effective. She works with individuals and couples and treats issues ranging from, anxiety, depression, and bereavement, to more complex issues such as PTSD , panic attacks, and phobias. Mary can work successfully within many modalities including EMDR, CBT, trauma-focused CBT, narrative therapy, CFT, ACT.
01536 907346
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Northampton NN2
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Know Your Own Mind
Counsellor, MNCPS Accred
Verified
Verified
You have taken the first step of looking for help. Have you been through a traumatic event, PTSD , loss, chronic pain, a new diagnosis, personality disorder, ADHD, or ASD to name a few, I will help you unpick what you have going on in your life, whether it has become overwhelming difficulties, struggles, thoughts or worries, I will be there to give you the space, confidentiality, compassion and time you need to support you on your journey to the best version of you, you can be. I will listen so you feel heard, and provide you with the tools to help where needed.
01933 426194
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Northampton NN5
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Chalene Long
Counsellor, MNCPS Prof Accred
Some of the areas I offer support are: weight-management, smoking cessation, infertility, anxiety disorders and phobias, health anxiety, OCD, stress-management, pain-management, sleep disorders, motivation and confidence, relationship issues, bereavement, anger-management, PTSD , trauma, domestic abuse, childhood abuse, personality disrders, DID.
I am a Senior Accredited Psychotherapist, Hypnotherapist and Clinical Supervisor and have worked as a therapist for over 13 years. I am a Senior Accredited member of both the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (MCS Acc.) and the National Hypnotherapy Society (MCS Acc.). I run my own private practice, Chameleon Therapy Centre and offer a professional and confidential Psychotherapy, Counselling and Hypnotherapy service to couples, adults, children and young people. I also offer a free initial 30-minute consultation to start. Appointments can be held face-to-face, online or by telephone.
07588 733712
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Northampton NN1
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Ravi Sankar
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Verified
I am a highly skilled clinical psychologist and psychotherapist with over 15 years experience in the NHS. I deliver CBT, DBT and EMDR to a high standard. When we hit a rough patch our mental health can deteriorate to the point of burnout. It’s important to look after ourselves to get back on the right path. I will show how your mental health problems developed, the factors that kept them going, and effective strategies to treat them. I work with anxiety disorders (e.g. social and GAD), PTSD , psychosis, bipolar, depression and high functioning autism. The way we think makes a big difference to how we feel and what we do.
01908 015917
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Northampton NN1
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Lee Johnson
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified
Verified
Hi, I feel privileged to have over 25 yrs psychotherapy experience, helping people, from diverse backgrounds, to heal from childhood trauma, adult complex PTSD , OCD, Generalised Anxiety Disorder, depression, panic and substance misuse. I am experienced in working with Veterans and survivors of terror. Diversity and inclusivity are close to my heart and I offer adaptations to suit individual's neuro-divergencies, as needed. If you are looking to find a safe space, with a therapist who will listen to you and work creatively, alongside you, to find your solutions to whatever is currently troubling you, I may be the therapist for you
01406 438945
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Northampton NN6
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Taffy Tapfuma
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified
1 Endorsed
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1 Endorsed
Hello, I am an accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and EMDR practitioner. Throughout my clinical practice which spans 18 years, I have developed expert knowledge and skills in treating various mental disorders, which includes depression and various anxiety disorders. My special interest and expert area is Trauma/ PTSD as I believe in treating emotional suffering from the root cause. I also incorporate mindfulness, compassion focused therapy and acceptance and commitment therapy in my treatments. This has helped my clients achieve long lasting recovery.
01536 907120
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Northampton NN1
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Victoria Catt
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified
Verified
Hello, and thanks for considering me as a therapist to help you with your difficulties. I am a fully accredited Cognitive Behaviour Therapist with extensive experience of working with people with mental health difficulties, both within the NHS and privately. Over 20 years of working within mental health services I have worked with people across the age span who have been experiencing a range of difficulties. These include worry, depression, panic attacks, Obsessive Compulsive disorder, general anxiety, health anxiety, social anxiety, specific phobias, Post traumatic stress, Low self esteem and confidence.....
01487 801914
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Northampton NN2
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Adriana Pavelescu
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Verified
Psychotherapy and Hypnotherapy : CBT Treatment: People involved in RTA, Loneliness, Couple therapy, Divorce, Abuse, Anxiety, Panic attack, Depression, Obsessive-compulsive personality disorder, Trauma, Passive aggressive behavior, Behavior problems, Postnatal depression, Self-harming, Separation anxiety, PTSD , Phobias, Panic Attack, etc.
I'm a Clinical Psychologist(HCPC Registered) &hypnotherapist, owner of Psychotherapy&Hypnotherapy. My passion is assisting traumatized and distressed patients in their healing. I am experienced in providing psychological therapy and hypnotherapy to individuals, couples and families with a wide range of distressing feelings, including childhood trauma, anxiety disorder, panic attack, depression, stress, anger, confidence building, self esteem, phobia's, insomnia. I also offer CBT treatment session for RTA accident and Psychological Medical Report For Court. I use modalities such as CBT, Solution Focused Therapy
01788 229228
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Northampton NN2
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Carole Scarlett
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified
Verified
At times we need a place, independent of family & friends, to explore any fears/anxieties we have. Do you have a safe space to explore how your feeling? How can I help? I offer a safe, confidential & non-judgemental space for you to do so talking through any issues you may have. My expertise is extensive, working with issues such as e.g. Abuse, Anxiety/Worrying, Bereavement, Depression, PTSD , Domestic Violence, Self-esteem/Confidence, Low Moods, Neuro-diversity & Self-harm. This makes me unique and experienced to work successfully with clients to overcome these setbacks and to build upon your inner resources to move forward.
01442 953053
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Northampton NN4
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Dr Lauren Patton
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Verified
I'm Lauren, a Doctor of Clinical Psychology. I'm here to listen and understand what you are going through, in a warm, friendly atmosphere. Whether you're an adult, teenager or child, I can work with you to help positively change your life in a way that's meaningful to you. We can focus on issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, bereavement, stress, relationships, emotional difficulties or living with a medical condition. Therapy isn't always about focusing on difficulties either, talking on a regular basis can be helpful to process, understand and change any area of your life.
01604 279267
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Northampton NN6
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Claire L Newman
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified
Verified
Welcome, you may be looking for a therapist, counsellor or coach to address a specific issue, perhaps an experience that is impacting you now, or there may be a general feeling that something is not quite right. Therapy and counselling help you discover the real you, creating awareness, acknowledging and dealing with repressed feelings and getting in touch with your innate self-worth. Which, in turn, promotes personal autonomy and the resilience to deal with life's challenges. Life coaching clears unconscious patterns and beliefs and helps you to set and action goals to move towards living a fulfilling and nourishing life.
01604 954296
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Northampton NN3
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Rebecca Vivash
Counsellor, BACP
Verified
Verified
Hi and welcome - I'd like to tell you a bit about me, so you can decide if I sound like the right counsellor for you. ​ I decided to train to be a counsellor several years ago, after experiencing first hand, just how powerful counselling can be in helping to make lasting positive life changes. ​ I have a gentle demeanour that, I am told, exudes calm to those around me, together with a warmth and sincerity that allows me to build meaningful relationships, providing the foundation for you to begin your healing process.
01604 981687
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Northampton NN7
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Dr Niollie Brown
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Verified
I am a clinical psychologist with experience working in a range of settings in the NHS, which include community, outpatient, inpatient and forensic mental health services. I completed my Doctorate in Clinical Psychology in 2011 at the University of East London. I am also a family therapist and completed my MSc in Systemic and Family Psychotherapy in 2016 at the Institute of Family Therapy/University of Bedfordshire. Throughout my career I have worked with people of all ages but, more recently, mainly work with adults and older adults.
01604 279770
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Northampton NN4
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Katie Shepherd
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Therapeutic counselling can help you if you are struggling to cope with anxiety or depression, or if you have suffered a bereavement, a life changing event or you are a survivor of abuse or trauma. Whatever brings you to therapy, talking to a professional, feeling heard and understood can be a truly positive and healing experience. You can learn to understand the origins of your problems and how to be able to accept them in your life, without them dominating your time. Developing skills and strategies to help you cope, achieving personal growth and resilience, so that you can manage life's challenges the best way for you.
01327 227406
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Northampton NN6
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Dr Charlotte Staniforth EMDR. Coaching, CFT, DBT
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Verified
I work with adolescents and adults who would like to understand themselves better and who may need some help with managing their emotions and their day to day lives, improving their relationships, getting relief from symptoms of trauma and improving their self esteem and confidence. I also work with anxiety, phobias and functional pain/conditions. I can offer coaching to individuals to improve performance or to help them work towards making changes in specific areas of their life. I can also offer supervision to other professionals/organisations. I have a special interest in trauma informed care-training and implementation.
01536 907086
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Northampton NN2
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Reach out Remedy: Children & Young People
Psychotherapist, MSc, BACP
Verified
Verified
It's OK not to be OK! Many of us experience low mood, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, loss and are victims of trauma, sexual abuse and more. These experiences can have an huge impact on our daily lives. We are living through pressing times but remember, your mental health is important. It is really difficult to talk about you feel and what you have experienced in life. I am able to adapt and tailor sessions to your individual needs. Please reach out.
01406 430989
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Northampton NN3
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Deborah Lock
Counsellor, MSc, MNCPS Accred
Verified
Verified
Working within the mental health and safeguarding arena’s for many years I have nurtured a genuine fascination for people and their individual stories. I am able to employ this diverse experience to inform my practice as a Psychotherapist. As a Counsellor for Rape Crisis I have significant experience of working with survivors of sexual violence and trauma. Additionally, I have worked with the Police service for 18 years, developing a passion for working individually with emergency services, medical or armed forces personnel to help them process the many sources of trauma they encounter in their working lives.
01536 907047
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Northampton NN1
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Penny Ruth Willis
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified
Verified
With 20 yrs Counselling and Psychology experience, I now seek to work with two main client groups. 1) Clients who've already reached a deeper understanding of their issues, symptoms & diagnoses (via therapy &/or self-help etc), but have found that these insights have not been sufficient to end their psychological suffering. And 2) Parents/carers/educators struggling with youngsters who can be violent, self-destructive &/or very defiant. These clients have found that traditional reward & punishment approaches fail to solve (or indeed actually escalate) the problem and are looking for an effective, trauma-sensitive alternative.
01604 343230
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Northampton NN4
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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.