Trauma and PTSD Counselling in Nottingham

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Neha Joshi
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
My trauma-informed therapy approach is integrative, drawing on Person-Centred Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Attachment-based work, and Compassion-Focused Therapy.
You might have a lot going on in life that looks “fine” from the outside. A job. People around you. Things that suggest you’re doing okay. And still, there can be this quiet feeling of being on your own with it all. Not fully able to say it. Not wanting to burden anyone. So you keep going, as most people do, while something inside feels a bit heavy, a bit distant, and a bit alone. It can be exhausting carrying so much without feeling truly seen or understood.
My trauma-informed therapy approach is integrative, drawing on Person-Centred Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Attachment-based work, and Compassion-Focused Therapy.
You might have a lot going on in life that looks “fine” from the outside. A job. People around you. Things that suggest you’re doing okay. And still, there can be this quiet feeling of being on your own with it all. Not fully able to say it. Not wanting to burden anyone. So you keep going, as most people do, while something inside feels a bit heavy, a bit distant, and a bit alone. It can be exhausting carrying so much without feeling truly seen or understood.
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Sarah Lewin
Psychotherapist, MBACP
I work with clients who have experienced Trauma and childhood emotional neglect.
Have you realised that you may have been raised by a narcissist? Do family dynamics create stress and anxiety? Are you a people-pleaser and a perfectionist who feels that nothing is ever "good enough". Are you exhausted? Do you feel you are guilt-tripped, manipulated and gaslit, which causes you to doubt yourself, lack confidence, feel shame and sadness? If so, I would love to support you. I offer counselling for adults of narcissistic parents who want to better understand themselves, build healthier boundaries, find the courage to say "No", and "enough", develop self-worth, and feel calm, confident and in control.
I work with clients who have experienced Trauma and childhood emotional neglect.
Have you realised that you may have been raised by a narcissist? Do family dynamics create stress and anxiety? Are you a people-pleaser and a perfectionist who feels that nothing is ever "good enough". Are you exhausted? Do you feel you are guilt-tripped, manipulated and gaslit, which causes you to doubt yourself, lack confidence, feel shame and sadness? If so, I would love to support you. I offer counselling for adults of narcissistic parents who want to better understand themselves, build healthier boundaries, find the courage to say "No", and "enough", develop self-worth, and feel calm, confident and in control.
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Aaron Howard
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
My ideal clients are adults experiencing anxiety, low mood, stress, relationship difficulties, life transitions, trauma, or longstanding patterns that leave them feeling stuck.
I draw upon many therapeutic models for my work, depending on the unique needs of the person I am working with. I am a qualified Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist, but I also draw upon Cognitive Analytic Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy. We can work out what the best fit would be for your unique experiences.
My ideal clients are adults experiencing anxiety, low mood, stress, relationship difficulties, life transitions, trauma, or longstanding patterns that leave them feeling stuck.
I draw upon many therapeutic models for my work, depending on the unique needs of the person I am working with. I am a qualified Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist, but I also draw upon Cognitive Analytic Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy. We can work out what the best fit would be for your unique experiences.
01623 572215 View 01623 572215
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Jackie Boot
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
4 Endorsed
I work with relationship difficulties, anxiety, trauma and the patterns that form when earlier experiences shape how we relate to ourselves and others.
You might be someone who holds things together well - for yourself, and often for others. Capable, dependable, self-sufficient. But beneath that, something hasn't quite been attended to. A quiet sense that things should feel better than they do. Patterns that keep repeating. Something from earlier making itself known. You don't need a clear reason or the right words to reach out. Sometimes people simply notice that something isn't right - that there's a gap between how things look on the outside and how they feel on the inside. That's enough to begin.
I work with relationship difficulties, anxiety, trauma and the patterns that form when earlier experiences shape how we relate to ourselves and others.
You might be someone who holds things together well - for yourself, and often for others. Capable, dependable, self-sufficient. But beneath that, something hasn't quite been attended to. A quiet sense that things should feel better than they do. Patterns that keep repeating. Something from earlier making itself known. You don't need a clear reason or the right words to reach out. Sometimes people simply notice that something isn't right - that there's a gap between how things look on the outside and how they feel on the inside. That's enough to begin.
0115 647 0995 View 0115 647 0995
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Andrelax
Psychotherapist, MHGI
I deal with all issues: depression, anxiety, relaxation, panic disorders, phobias, school refusal, anger, PTSD, OCD, public speaking, children, well-being, grief counselling, relationship counselling and adoloscents.
Human givens practitioners offer practical, solution-focused help that deals with mental and emotional distress in the here and now. They won’t waste time just endlessly listening to you or attempting to dredge up real or imagined miserable memories from the past. Nor do they deal in time-wasting so-called voyages of ‘self-discovery’… Their psychotherapy training ensures that they have a sound body of evidence-based knowledge and the proven skills to help both adults and children as quickly as possible with a wide variety of emotional and behavioural difficulties.
I deal with all issues: depression, anxiety, relaxation, panic disorders, phobias, school refusal, anger, PTSD, OCD, public speaking, children, well-being, grief counselling, relationship counselling and adoloscents.
Human givens practitioners offer practical, solution-focused help that deals with mental and emotional distress in the here and now. They won’t waste time just endlessly listening to you or attempting to dredge up real or imagined miserable memories from the past. Nor do they deal in time-wasting so-called voyages of ‘self-discovery’… Their psychotherapy training ensures that they have a sound body of evidence-based knowledge and the proven skills to help both adults and children as quickly as possible with a wide variety of emotional and behavioural difficulties.
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Dr Kerry Cope
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
2 Endorsed
Are you struggling with trauma, difficult memories, or perinatal challenges?
I am a Clinical Psychologist and accredited EMDR therapist with over 15 years’ experience. I specialise in supporting adults affected by trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and perinatal mental health difficulties. Using EMDR and integrative psychological therapy, I help clients process difficult experiences and develop ways of coping that feel safer and more manageable.
Are you struggling with trauma, difficult memories, or perinatal challenges?
I am a Clinical Psychologist and accredited EMDR therapist with over 15 years’ experience. I specialise in supporting adults affected by trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and perinatal mental health difficulties. Using EMDR and integrative psychological therapy, I help clients process difficult experiences and develop ways of coping that feel safer and more manageable.
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Ashmeet Sachdev
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Online Only
I specialise in working with low self-esteem shame and guilt often linked to past trauma.
People often come to therapy because they have been holding things together for a long time. You might feel overwhelmed or stuck in your own head. You may notice patterns repeating or feel unsure why things feel so heavy. From the outside you may seem fine and able to cope while inside things feel unsettled.
I specialise in working with low self-esteem shame and guilt often linked to past trauma.
People often come to therapy because they have been holding things together for a long time. You might feel overwhelmed or stuck in your own head. You may notice patterns repeating or feel unsure why things feel so heavy. From the outside you may seem fine and able to cope while inside things feel unsettled.
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Dr Charlie Tyack
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
2 Endorsed
Hi, I'm looking forward to hearing from you! I want to hear your concerns and support you to work towards the things that matter most to you. I believe therapy should happen in a friendly, nurturing space in which you feel safe and comfortable to bring anything you want to talk about and work on. I usually suggest exercises and other resources to complete in between sessions in order to keep the work progressing. As an accredited EMDR therapist as well as a chartered clinical psychologist, I can tailor the therapy approach to best address your concerns.
Hi, I'm looking forward to hearing from you! I want to hear your concerns and support you to work towards the things that matter most to you. I believe therapy should happen in a friendly, nurturing space in which you feel safe and comfortable to bring anything you want to talk about and work on. I usually suggest exercises and other resources to complete in between sessions in order to keep the work progressing. As an accredited EMDR therapist as well as a chartered clinical psychologist, I can tailor the therapy approach to best address your concerns.
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Reece Clarke
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Online Only
Mostly, I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma and low self-esteem.
Feeling anxious, low, or weighed down by the past? Are you stuck between who you are and who you think you should be? It doesn’t have to stay this way. Often the most meaningful change happens when you feel safe enough to be yourself. That’s why I provide a space to slow down and figure things out without judgement or pressure. Together, we’ll explore what’s on your mind in whatever way feels right for you, whenever you feel ready. Over time, this can lead to greater self-awareness and more compassionate ways of relating to yourself, so life begins to feel lighter, steadier, and easier to navigate.
Mostly, I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma and low self-esteem.
Feeling anxious, low, or weighed down by the past? Are you stuck between who you are and who you think you should be? It doesn’t have to stay this way. Often the most meaningful change happens when you feel safe enough to be yourself. That’s why I provide a space to slow down and figure things out without judgement or pressure. Together, we’ll explore what’s on your mind in whatever way feels right for you, whenever you feel ready. Over time, this can lead to greater self-awareness and more compassionate ways of relating to yourself, so life begins to feel lighter, steadier, and easier to navigate.
01777 802503 View 01777 802503
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Teresa Bee Counselling
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
I understand how the impact of trauma on our lives creates a block in how we think and behave; where our past can overshadow or impede our view of our present life.
With over 18 years experience, I work with adults, young people and couples.  My specialism is working with young adults; students and staff in Higher Education and Education; trauma, dissociation, mental health issues; loss and grief; life-limiting illness, complex health issues; anxiety, self-esteem; relationship difficulties, life challenges and changes.
I understand how the impact of trauma on our lives creates a block in how we think and behave; where our past can overshadow or impede our view of our present life.
With over 18 years experience, I work with adults, young people and couples.  My specialism is working with young adults; students and staff in Higher Education and Education; trauma, dissociation, mental health issues; loss and grief; life-limiting illness, complex health issues; anxiety, self-esteem; relationship difficulties, life challenges and changes.
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Dr Catrin Williams
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Forensic Psych.
1 Endorsed
Welcome to my profile - My name is Cat and I'm an expert in developmental trauma and personality difficulties.
I focus my therapy around Schema Therapy, which is useful for getting to know you and understand where your difficulties might come from. I am also trained in Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and am a Qualified Yoga Teacher which I utilise for more of the Mindfulness/relaxation-based aspects of treatment.
Welcome to my profile - My name is Cat and I'm an expert in developmental trauma and personality difficulties.
I focus my therapy around Schema Therapy, which is useful for getting to know you and understand where your difficulties might come from. I am also trained in Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and am a Qualified Yoga Teacher which I utilise for more of the Mindfulness/relaxation-based aspects of treatment.
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Dr Sheila Evetts
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Waitlist for new clients
I have over 20 years’ NHS experience helping people like you to understand and manage their emotions and heal trauma.
Do you struggle with managing your emotions, feeling overwhelmed by intense emotions, or shut down and disconnected? Have you been told you’re too sensitive? You might feel things deeply, be affected by others’ moods, or feel ashamed of how you respond emotionally. You may wonder whether you'll ever feel truly worthy or confident. These difficulties can affect your daily life and relationships, perhaps leading to anxiety, withdrawal or feeling misunderstood. Coping by bottling things up, or ‘just getting on with it’ may have helped, but now you're ready to take the next step towards living fully and forming meaningful relationships.
I have over 20 years’ NHS experience helping people like you to understand and manage their emotions and heal trauma.
Do you struggle with managing your emotions, feeling overwhelmed by intense emotions, or shut down and disconnected? Have you been told you’re too sensitive? You might feel things deeply, be affected by others’ moods, or feel ashamed of how you respond emotionally. You may wonder whether you'll ever feel truly worthy or confident. These difficulties can affect your daily life and relationships, perhaps leading to anxiety, withdrawal or feeling misunderstood. Coping by bottling things up, or ‘just getting on with it’ may have helped, but now you're ready to take the next step towards living fully and forming meaningful relationships.
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Trauma Specialist
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
I work with clients who turn to counselling for acute, chronic and complex trauma
Hello, I'm Zareeda and I work with people on issues ranging from rape and sexual abuse to stress, bereavement, anxiety and depression. If you are struggling to find meaning in life you may be feeling disconnected from yourself and/or those around you. This loss of contact with yourself, your needs, values and beliefs may decrease your trust in your ability to form and build meaningful relationships and achieve personal goals.
I work with clients who turn to counselling for acute, chronic and complex trauma
Hello, I'm Zareeda and I work with people on issues ranging from rape and sexual abuse to stress, bereavement, anxiety and depression. If you are struggling to find meaning in life you may be feeling disconnected from yourself and/or those around you. This loss of contact with yourself, your needs, values and beliefs may decrease your trust in your ability to form and build meaningful relationships and achieve personal goals.
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Dr Harry (Henry) Ager
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Struggling with mental health, substance misuse, or physical health challenges can feel overwhelming. You don’t have to face it alone. I am a Consultant Clinical Psychologist with a DClinPsy, MSc in Forensic Psychology, and BSc in Psychology with Criminology. I have extensive clinical experience across NHS adult mental health, forensic, and rehabilitation services, alongside experience in private and third-sector settings. As a qualified personal trainer, I also integrate exercise and nutrition into therapy to support well-being.
Struggling with mental health, substance misuse, or physical health challenges can feel overwhelming. You don’t have to face it alone. I am a Consultant Clinical Psychologist with a DClinPsy, MSc in Forensic Psychology, and BSc in Psychology with Criminology. I have extensive clinical experience across NHS adult mental health, forensic, and rehabilitation services, alongside experience in private and third-sector settings. As a qualified personal trainer, I also integrate exercise and nutrition into therapy to support well-being.
0115 784 3669 View 0115 784 3669
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Sabrina Marie Taylor
Counsellor, MA, BACP
I work with a variety of issues - trauma, ptsd and stress.
Finding someone you feel comfortable to share your innermost thoughts with can be daunting.I try to make this as easy as possible for clients by providing a calm, empowering, therapeutic space. I have a Masters Degree in Psychotherapy and Counselling, however it is my desire to help people in distress which I feel is my most important qualification.
I work with a variety of issues - trauma, ptsd and stress.
Finding someone you feel comfortable to share your innermost thoughts with can be daunting.I try to make this as easy as possible for clients by providing a calm, empowering, therapeutic space. I have a Masters Degree in Psychotherapy and Counselling, however it is my desire to help people in distress which I feel is my most important qualification.
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Polly Dexter
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Themes have included anxiety, depression, complex trauma, loss, neurodiversity, relationship difficulties, addiction, among many others.
I offer a warm and genuine relationship based on trust, respect and compassion. Together we can explore the issues that are important to you, at a pace that is right for you. Gaining a deeper understanding of ourselves can cultivate self-compassion and boost our self-esteem, empowering us to discover better and more fulfilling ways of living and coping.
Themes have included anxiety, depression, complex trauma, loss, neurodiversity, relationship difficulties, addiction, among many others.
I offer a warm and genuine relationship based on trust, respect and compassion. Together we can explore the issues that are important to you, at a pace that is right for you. Gaining a deeper understanding of ourselves can cultivate self-compassion and boost our self-esteem, empowering us to discover better and more fulfilling ways of living and coping.
0115 647 8191 View 0115 647 8191
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Psychotherapy with Chloe, Womens Trauma Specialist
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
1 Endorsed
I help women overcome anxiety, trauma and PTSD and I specialise in birth trauma and perinatal difficulties.
Have you tried various kinds of therapy and found little to no use? My clients typically report feeling heard, seen and supported for the first time. I offer compassionate and specialist care so that you can meet your goals and reconnect to your inner strength.
I help women overcome anxiety, trauma and PTSD and I specialise in birth trauma and perinatal difficulties.
Have you tried various kinds of therapy and found little to no use? My clients typically report feeling heard, seen and supported for the first time. I offer compassionate and specialist care so that you can meet your goals and reconnect to your inner strength.
0115 671 3687 View 0115 671 3687
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Lauren Millership
Verified Verified
Online Only
I specialise in trauma related stress/ PTSD, EMDR and anxiety based difficulties.
Knowing is different to believing - and you can understand why you feel the way you feel without actually changing the feeling. Life doesn’t always go to plan, and you might feel stuck, lost or overwhelmed. If you're feeling unable to move on from events of the past, struggle with self esteem, confidence, or direction feel out of reach, you’re not alone. I’m here to help you make sense of what you’re feeling, find some calm, and begin moving forward in a way that works for you. If you want a non judgement, engaged space to move with support to move forward then I am here and want to help you.
I specialise in trauma related stress/ PTSD, EMDR and anxiety based difficulties.
Knowing is different to believing - and you can understand why you feel the way you feel without actually changing the feeling. Life doesn’t always go to plan, and you might feel stuck, lost or overwhelmed. If you're feeling unable to move on from events of the past, struggle with self esteem, confidence, or direction feel out of reach, you’re not alone. I’m here to help you make sense of what you’re feeling, find some calm, and begin moving forward in a way that works for you. If you want a non judgement, engaged space to move with support to move forward then I am here and want to help you.
0115 647 8233 View 0115 647 8233
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Sarah Avis
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Online Only
My speciality is supporting people with their individual experiences, particularly trauma, grief, depression and anxiety.
Life is full of experiences which can cause us to struggle, feel unsettled, overwhelmed and at odds with our true self. When we feel like this, taking the time to reflect upon our experiences, feelings and emotional responses in therapy can help understand more about ourselves and then develop a way forward that is true to our own needs, aims and desires for the life we wish to live.
My speciality is supporting people with their individual experiences, particularly trauma, grief, depression and anxiety.
Life is full of experiences which can cause us to struggle, feel unsettled, overwhelmed and at odds with our true self. When we feel like this, taking the time to reflect upon our experiences, feelings and emotional responses in therapy can help understand more about ourselves and then develop a way forward that is true to our own needs, aims and desires for the life we wish to live.
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Louise Gungaram
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
I have a particular specialism in supporting adults and young people aged 11 and over experiencing anxiety, PTSD and trauma.
I specialise in incorporating nature into therapy and offering creative approaches. If you find the idea of therapy in an office too intimidating or clinical, outdoor therapy can feel less formal and take away some of the anxiety of getting started. I also offer sessions from my garden counselling room in Ravenshead and via online video session.
I have a particular specialism in supporting adults and young people aged 11 and over experiencing anxiety, PTSD and trauma.
I specialise in incorporating nature into therapy and offering creative approaches. If you find the idea of therapy in an office too intimidating or clinical, outdoor therapy can feel less formal and take away some of the anxiety of getting started. I also offer sessions from my garden counselling room in Ravenshead and via online video session.
0115 647 0975 View 0115 647 0975

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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.