Trauma and PTSD Counselling in Nottingham

Sonja Beacham
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
As an experienced therapist of over 33 years experience, I provide Psychotherapy and specialist EMDR sessions  to clients aged 18 upwards to help you overcome emotional difficulties caused by current life challenges or by past events. My training to date and personal experience, has shaped me to be  down to earth and forward thinking . I am passionate about my work and the long term benefits that can be gained by increasing awareness and developing creative solutions and new skills to apply to old problems.
As an experienced therapist of over 33 years experience, I provide Psychotherapy and specialist EMDR sessions  to clients aged 18 upwards to help you overcome emotional difficulties caused by current life challenges or by past events. My training to date and personal experience, has shaped me to be  down to earth and forward thinking . I am passionate about my work and the long term benefits that can be gained by increasing awareness and developing creative solutions and new skills to apply to old problems.
0115 824 3915 View 0115 824 3915
SWAN Psychology - Rita Lacerda
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
2 Endorsed
We can explore your sensory and communication needs, traumas, growth points and goals.
I am a late diagnosed AuDHD psychologist and offer autism and ADHD assessments for adults, neurodivergent affirming therapy, coaching, clinical supervision and training for professionals. I know how difficult it is to get the right support when you don't fit the classic profile. How painful and confusing to keep being dismissed or given the wrong labels. Getting clarity is an empowering step towards fighting overwhelm. Whether you want an official report or to just take your time making sense of it all, I'm here to help. We slow it down so by the end of our time together, the pieces fit and you don't feel alone or broken anymore.
We can explore your sensory and communication needs, traumas, growth points and goals.
I am a late diagnosed AuDHD psychologist and offer autism and ADHD assessments for adults, neurodivergent affirming therapy, coaching, clinical supervision and training for professionals. I know how difficult it is to get the right support when you don't fit the classic profile. How painful and confusing to keep being dismissed or given the wrong labels. Getting clarity is an empowering step towards fighting overwhelm. Whether you want an official report or to just take your time making sense of it all, I'm here to help. We slow it down so by the end of our time together, the pieces fit and you don't feel alone or broken anymore.
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Sam Wynter
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I have a broad range of experience, but specialise in working with complex trauma and personality disorders.
Existing in the modern world can be exhausting and overwhelming. Every day we face countless demands to be met, decisions to be made, and responsibilities to be upheld, and sometimes it can feel impossible to give yourself the attention that you need. Therapy is a space where, for just a short time, you can put all of those things aside and enable yourself to become the kind of person you have always wanted to be, and achieve the things you have always wanted to achieve. We will work together to piece together your story as you would want it to be told, to figure out who you are and how you came to be, and enact lasting change.
I have a broad range of experience, but specialise in working with complex trauma and personality disorders.
Existing in the modern world can be exhausting and overwhelming. Every day we face countless demands to be met, decisions to be made, and responsibilities to be upheld, and sometimes it can feel impossible to give yourself the attention that you need. Therapy is a space where, for just a short time, you can put all of those things aside and enable yourself to become the kind of person you have always wanted to be, and achieve the things you have always wanted to achieve. We will work together to piece together your story as you would want it to be told, to figure out who you are and how you came to be, and enact lasting change.
020 4538 1564 View 020 4538 1564
Jatinder Purwaha
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
One of my clients has been feeling down, depressed and demotivated. If irritated and short-tempered with people, especially with his wife. He could not find any reason for his feelings. Following the discussion with the client, he said he was a very motivated and active member of his family, but over the past couple of years, he had noticed some changes in his thinking and behaviour. He said that he also daydreams and ruminates a lot. As a result, he had been feeling frustrated and often angry with himself.
One of my clients has been feeling down, depressed and demotivated. If irritated and short-tempered with people, especially with his wife. He could not find any reason for his feelings. Following the discussion with the client, he said he was a very motivated and active member of his family, but over the past couple of years, he had noticed some changes in his thinking and behaviour. He said that he also daydreams and ruminates a lot. As a result, he had been feeling frustrated and often angry with himself.
01777 801732 View 01777 801732
Kerrie Chandler
Counsellor, PTUK
I have spent many years working with children of all ages, including those with additional needs, neurodiversity, attachment difficulties, trauma histories.
I work creatively using play, storytelling, art, sand, movement, and metaphor to help children explore feelings, build resilience, and grow in confidence. In the playroom, children can explore emotions safely, rehearse new coping skills, and build a stronger sense of self—all within a supportive, attuned therapeutic relationship.
I have spent many years working with children of all ages, including those with additional needs, neurodiversity, attachment difficulties, trauma histories.
I work creatively using play, storytelling, art, sand, movement, and metaphor to help children explore feelings, build resilience, and grow in confidence. In the playroom, children can explore emotions safely, rehearse new coping skills, and build a stronger sense of self—all within a supportive, attuned therapeutic relationship.
0115 647 7636 View 0115 647 7636
Additional Training includes: Pregnancy & baby loss, Trauma, Attachment, Grief & Loss, Suicide and Self Harm, Shame, Mindfulness, Neurodivergence & HAES.
Hi, I'm Lorna and thank you for reading my profile. Counselling can be helpful for so many reasons. We all have a lot to deal with, from relationships, family issues and stress - to worries about life in general. Perhaps you have low Self-esteem or feel anxious. Maybe you're struggling in your relationships with others.
Additional Training includes: Pregnancy & baby loss, Trauma, Attachment, Grief & Loss, Suicide and Self Harm, Shame, Mindfulness, Neurodivergence & HAES.
Hi, I'm Lorna and thank you for reading my profile. Counselling can be helpful for so many reasons. We all have a lot to deal with, from relationships, family issues and stress - to worries about life in general. Perhaps you have low Self-esteem or feel anxious. Maybe you're struggling in your relationships with others.
0115 697 1303 View 0115 697 1303
Nicci Speirs
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Waitlist for new clients
As a compassionate CBT and EMDR therapist, I help clients overcome anxiety, trauma, and negative thought patterns by providing evidence-based tools and techniques for healing.
As a mental health nurse, CBT therapist, and EMDR therapist, I offer a holistic approach to healing. With expertise in managing mental health, I use CBT to help reframe negative thoughts and EMDR to process trauma. I’m here to support you in overcoming challenges and achieving emotional well-being.
As a compassionate CBT and EMDR therapist, I help clients overcome anxiety, trauma, and negative thought patterns by providing evidence-based tools and techniques for healing.
As a mental health nurse, CBT therapist, and EMDR therapist, I offer a holistic approach to healing. With expertise in managing mental health, I use CBT to help reframe negative thoughts and EMDR to process trauma. I’m here to support you in overcoming challenges and achieving emotional well-being.
0115 824 4946 View 0115 824 4946
Hannah Martin
Counsellor, MBACP
2 Endorsed
This work can often look at previous relationships, any loss, trauma or abuse to understand, process and hopefully alleviate some present pressures.
Life can be hard. Sometimes you may feel stuck, overwhelmed or simply just in need of some extra support. I offer a space that is free of judgement, friendly and empathic to help uncover and explore experiences and emotions that may be contributing to some of those occurrences in the present time. Whether it be an event in the present with which you feel the need for some added support as you work through it or if you're wanting to explore past experiences, we'll work at a pace set by you, in a boundaried and safe manner, offering either a short or long term counselling and psychotherapy service for you.
This work can often look at previous relationships, any loss, trauma or abuse to understand, process and hopefully alleviate some present pressures.
Life can be hard. Sometimes you may feel stuck, overwhelmed or simply just in need of some extra support. I offer a space that is free of judgement, friendly and empathic to help uncover and explore experiences and emotions that may be contributing to some of those occurrences in the present time. Whether it be an event in the present with which you feel the need for some added support as you work through it or if you're wanting to explore past experiences, we'll work at a pace set by you, in a boundaried and safe manner, offering either a short or long term counselling and psychotherapy service for you.
0115 647 3265 View 0115 647 3265
Isabel Ponce
Counsellor, MA, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
I can help with challenges such as Low mood, Anxiety, Stress, Burnout, Bereavement & Loss, Low confidence, Trauma, Life transitions, Cultural identity matters, Relationships & Family issues (I only work with individuals, no couples or families).
I provide a safe, non-judgmental space where we can work together to explore your challenges and find ways to move forward. My approach is collaborative and tailored to your unique needs, drawing from Somatic and Compassion-Focused approaches, including Focusing, Emotion-Focused Therapy and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy among others.
I can help with challenges such as Low mood, Anxiety, Stress, Burnout, Bereavement & Loss, Low confidence, Trauma, Life transitions, Cultural identity matters, Relationships & Family issues (I only work with individuals, no couples or families).
I provide a safe, non-judgmental space where we can work together to explore your challenges and find ways to move forward. My approach is collaborative and tailored to your unique needs, drawing from Somatic and Compassion-Focused approaches, including Focusing, Emotion-Focused Therapy and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy among others.
01777 801561 View 01777 801561
Keith Robert Norman
Psychotherapist, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Sometimes it feels like everyone says that men have it easy. If that’s so, then why are three quarters of all suicides men? We've been taught to tough it out and to go it alone, and that it’s weak to ask for help when things get on top of us – even if there is someone we can turn to. I work with the issues around the difficulty of being male in a society that creates unrealistic and often contradictory ideals of masculinity that are impossible to live up to, and stops men connecting meaningfully with themselves and others.
Sometimes it feels like everyone says that men have it easy. If that’s so, then why are three quarters of all suicides men? We've been taught to tough it out and to go it alone, and that it’s weak to ask for help when things get on top of us – even if there is someone we can turn to. I work with the issues around the difficulty of being male in a society that creates unrealistic and often contradictory ideals of masculinity that are impossible to live up to, and stops men connecting meaningfully with themselves and others.
0115 697 1785 View 0115 697 1785
Be...Creative Therapies
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
People seek out therapy for lots of different reasons. It can take time to feel safe enough or trust enough to talk openly. Sometimes there are not the words. I aim to establish a warm therapeutic relationship that offers a safe space for you to share and explore what has brought you to therapy at a pace that feels manageable to and for you. I aim to meet you where you are at so that you have the time and space to feel heard and met as you are. Together we can explore the challenges but also seek to identify and build on your strengths.
People seek out therapy for lots of different reasons. It can take time to feel safe enough or trust enough to talk openly. Sometimes there are not the words. I aim to establish a warm therapeutic relationship that offers a safe space for you to share and explore what has brought you to therapy at a pace that feels manageable to and for you. I aim to meet you where you are at so that you have the time and space to feel heard and met as you are. Together we can explore the challenges but also seek to identify and build on your strengths.
0115 824 4108 View 0115 824 4108
EMDR can be used effectively to treat trauma without having to relive the event.
I offer a bespoke service to clients, whether this is a space to talk (Psychotherapy) or to process trauma without having to relive the event (EMDR) or deal with anxiety that might be stopping you live your best life or maybe you need more confidence (Hypnotherapy) If you want to change things for the better in your life, I am the therapist for you.
EMDR can be used effectively to treat trauma without having to relive the event.
I offer a bespoke service to clients, whether this is a space to talk (Psychotherapy) or to process trauma without having to relive the event (EMDR) or deal with anxiety that might be stopping you live your best life or maybe you need more confidence (Hypnotherapy) If you want to change things for the better in your life, I am the therapist for you.
0115 824 5721 View 0115 824 5721
Maggie Hall
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
I am an Integrative psychotherapist which means I draw from a range of therapeutic approaches to best support each individual. I work in a neuro-affirming way, recognising and respecting neurodivergence - particularly ADHD and Autism - not as deficits or disorders to be 'fixed', but as valid and valuable ways of being. My focus is on creating a supportive space where clients can explore the life issues that matter to them - whether that's relationships, identity, anxiety, burnout or navigating a world that often isn't designed with neuro-divergent minds in mind!
I am an Integrative psychotherapist which means I draw from a range of therapeutic approaches to best support each individual. I work in a neuro-affirming way, recognising and respecting neurodivergence - particularly ADHD and Autism - not as deficits or disorders to be 'fixed', but as valid and valuable ways of being. My focus is on creating a supportive space where clients can explore the life issues that matter to them - whether that's relationships, identity, anxiety, burnout or navigating a world that often isn't designed with neuro-divergent minds in mind!
0115 697 2054 View 0115 697 2054
Ruthf.Therapies
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
I have a special interest in working with individuals who have experienced trauma,  or struggle with cultural heritage and identity.
I am a trained Pluralistic Counsellor so work with a range of psychotherapeutic models, applying the most appropriate method unique to your needs.
I have a special interest in working with individuals who have experienced trauma,  or struggle with cultural heritage and identity.
I am a trained Pluralistic Counsellor so work with a range of psychotherapeutic models, applying the most appropriate method unique to your needs.
0115 647 4503 View 0115 647 4503
Liz Whawell
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP Accred
I am a trauma informed practitioner, this includes issues relating to attachment, early years trauma and neurodiversity.
I am a BACP accredited Person Centred therapist. I work with children teenagers, young Adults and families in a congruent non judgmental holistic approach. I have worked for 13 years as a school based therapist supporting young people and their families through a wide range of situations. At times in our lives events happen that rock our beliefs, resilience and coping strategies, with therapeutic support we can work together to rebuild these areas that have become dysregulated. I offer support to parents who are managing the needs of their young people who are in overwhelm, supporting and holding at this time.
I am a trauma informed practitioner, this includes issues relating to attachment, early years trauma and neurodiversity.
I am a BACP accredited Person Centred therapist. I work with children teenagers, young Adults and families in a congruent non judgmental holistic approach. I have worked for 13 years as a school based therapist supporting young people and their families through a wide range of situations. At times in our lives events happen that rock our beliefs, resilience and coping strategies, with therapeutic support we can work together to rebuild these areas that have become dysregulated. I offer support to parents who are managing the needs of their young people who are in overwhelm, supporting and holding at this time.
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Claire Kleynhans
Counsellor, MBACP
Welcome, I am a degree qualified Humanistic and Integrative psychotherapist offering you a compassionate and safe space to explore the challenges you are facing. If you would like to gain a deeper understanding and awareness of yourself, your relationships or the difficulties you experience then we can work together to explore these and find a way forward. Sometimes when we are struggling in life we can take on unhealthy thoughts and behaviours to help us cope with whatever we are going through
Welcome, I am a degree qualified Humanistic and Integrative psychotherapist offering you a compassionate and safe space to explore the challenges you are facing. If you would like to gain a deeper understanding and awareness of yourself, your relationships or the difficulties you experience then we can work together to explore these and find a way forward. Sometimes when we are struggling in life we can take on unhealthy thoughts and behaviours to help us cope with whatever we are going through
0115 647 0509 View 0115 647 0509
Rachael Sherry
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
We all need extra support from time to time. For some people they have difficult or distressing thoughts and emotions, a stuck feeling may have developed over a period of time, or maybe a significant life experience may prompt the need to talk in therapy.
We all need extra support from time to time. For some people they have difficult or distressing thoughts and emotions, a stuck feeling may have developed over a period of time, or maybe a significant life experience may prompt the need to talk in therapy.
0115 647 6073 View 0115 647 6073
Kate Greenwood
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Online Only
I offer online CBT and specialise in supporting adults with Anxiety, including OCD, PTSD, Low Self-Esteem and Neurodiversity.
I am passionate about offering individualised CBT, using a combination of traditional CBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT). We work together in the sessions to focus on what you would like to change and the goals you want to achieve. I also have further training in adapted CBT to support people who are or believe.
I offer online CBT and specialise in supporting adults with Anxiety, including OCD, PTSD, Low Self-Esteem and Neurodiversity.
I am passionate about offering individualised CBT, using a combination of traditional CBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT). We work together in the sessions to focus on what you would like to change and the goals you want to achieve. I also have further training in adapted CBT to support people who are or believe.
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Justin Clark
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
I am the founder and Clinical Lead at Therapy Nottingham, a pioneering Integrative psychotherapy service based in Nottingham city centre. Clients often have a strong sense that 'something is wrong' without knowing the exact nature of it. Issues around identity and relationships lead to some common questions that clients are trying to resolve include; how did this happen? What happened to my 'old' self? How do I move on? Who am I?
I am the founder and Clinical Lead at Therapy Nottingham, a pioneering Integrative psychotherapy service based in Nottingham city centre. Clients often have a strong sense that 'something is wrong' without knowing the exact nature of it. Issues around identity and relationships lead to some common questions that clients are trying to resolve include; how did this happen? What happened to my 'old' self? How do I move on? Who am I?
0115 697 1391 View 0115 697 1391
Tilly Fisher
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Hi, I am Tilly, an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist. I understand how starting therapy can be a scary first step, therefore my aim is to offer you a gentle, safe, non-judgemental and comfortable environment for you to explore what may be causing you discomfort. Whether that may be exploring and understanding the root cause of your problems, or simply just someone to listen without judgement, I aim to offer you the space to grow and reach your full potential and to get in touch with your more authentic self.
Hi, I am Tilly, an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist. I understand how starting therapy can be a scary first step, therefore my aim is to offer you a gentle, safe, non-judgemental and comfortable environment for you to explore what may be causing you discomfort. Whether that may be exploring and understanding the root cause of your problems, or simply just someone to listen without judgement, I aim to offer you the space to grow and reach your full potential and to get in touch with your more authentic self.
0115 647 8804 View 0115 647 8804

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