Sexual Abuse Counselling in Olney
Have you ever wondered why you react the way that you do? Or why you respond to things differently to others? Would you like to understand yourself better, and have a safe space to explore difficult emotions. Perhaps you would like to learn how to cope with your intense emotions, or communicate better with others. Maybe you feel different, or that you don't know who you really are. I can help you. I have years of experience working with those who struggle with difficult emotions, and I would love to help you to understand them better.
Have you ever wondered why you react the way that you do? Or why you respond to things differently to others? Would you like to understand yourself better, and have a safe space to explore difficult emotions. Perhaps you would like to learn how to cope with your intense emotions, or communicate better with others. Maybe you feel different, or that you don't know who you really are. I can help you. I have years of experience working with those who struggle with difficult emotions, and I would love to help you to understand them better.
I can work with people who have experienced rape, child abuse, domestic and sexual abuse.
If you're feeling overwhelmed, anxious or depressed, maybe you have experienced trauma or have issues with relationships or family. Perhaps you're struggling with low self-esteem and wondering about who you are and how you fit in. You might just feel at a loss and need someone to listen. I can offer you a calm, empathic, confidential space to voice and understand your thoughts, feelings and experiences.
I have experience working with clients who experience difficulties due to anxiety, depression, anger, loneliness, shame, low self-esteem and identity issues.
I can work with people who have experienced rape, child abuse, domestic and sexual abuse.
If you're feeling overwhelmed, anxious or depressed, maybe you have experienced trauma or have issues with relationships or family. Perhaps you're struggling with low self-esteem and wondering about who you are and how you fit in. You might just feel at a loss and need someone to listen. I can offer you a calm, empathic, confidential space to voice and understand your thoughts, feelings and experiences.
I have experience working with clients who experience difficulties due to anxiety, depression, anger, loneliness, shame, low self-esteem and identity issues.
Welcome to BodhiSpace. When modern life takes its toll on our emotional and mental health, you or someone you care about may experience symptoms of anxiety, depression, stress, trauma or other distress. These may be new symptoms which have suddenly emerged or they may be familiar symptoms originating in past experiences. Our services cater for adults, children, young people and families, and our therapists offer a range of different techniques to suit individual needs. If reaching out feels difficult and costly, our free initial phone consultation will allow you to explore what you need at your own pace and make an informed choice.
Welcome to BodhiSpace. When modern life takes its toll on our emotional and mental health, you or someone you care about may experience symptoms of anxiety, depression, stress, trauma or other distress. These may be new symptoms which have suddenly emerged or they may be familiar symptoms originating in past experiences. Our services cater for adults, children, young people and families, and our therapists offer a range of different techniques to suit individual needs. If reaching out feels difficult and costly, our free initial phone consultation will allow you to explore what you need at your own pace and make an informed choice.
Sometimes it can feel as though you are playing a role for others rather than being your genuine self. You might feel overwhelmed, constantly trying to keep up, or moving between stress, fatigue and burnout. You may be exploring ADHD, autism or AuDHD, waiting for an assessment, or adjusting to a diagnosis and trying to make sense of what it means for you.
I support neurodivergent adults and young people to understand how they work and find practical ways of navigating daily life that actually fit them, helping to reduce overwhelm and feel more in control.
Counselling sessions can be in-person, online or by telephone.
Sometimes it can feel as though you are playing a role for others rather than being your genuine self. You might feel overwhelmed, constantly trying to keep up, or moving between stress, fatigue and burnout. You may be exploring ADHD, autism or AuDHD, waiting for an assessment, or adjusting to a diagnosis and trying to make sense of what it means for you.
I support neurodivergent adults and young people to understand how they work and find practical ways of navigating daily life that actually fit them, helping to reduce overwhelm and feel more in control.
Counselling sessions can be in-person, online or by telephone.
Hi I’m Chad, Firstly, thank you for being courageous and taking the first step towards finding help, which I know can feel quite scary. I'm a deeply caring and understanding person, firmly believing that we may all need some help at times in our lives and that this can feel daunting. Being heard and understood with no judgement enables and empowers my clients to experience and build their lives as they truly want them.
Hi I’m Chad, Firstly, thank you for being courageous and taking the first step towards finding help, which I know can feel quite scary. I'm a deeply caring and understanding person, firmly believing that we may all need some help at times in our lives and that this can feel daunting. Being heard and understood with no judgement enables and empowers my clients to experience and build their lives as they truly want them.
I am an experienced, BACP registered psychodynamic psychotherapist working with adults in Bedford and Milton Keynes and online. I help individuals explore unconscious thoughts, processes and feelings to work towards a greater understanding of themselves and their lives. I work with a wide range of issues, including anxiety, stress, codependency and relationship issues. Therapy provides a safe and confidential space to explore difficult emotions and feelings, resulting from past experiences or traumas.
I am an experienced, BACP registered psychodynamic psychotherapist working with adults in Bedford and Milton Keynes and online. I help individuals explore unconscious thoughts, processes and feelings to work towards a greater understanding of themselves and their lives. I work with a wide range of issues, including anxiety, stress, codependency and relationship issues. Therapy provides a safe and confidential space to explore difficult emotions and feelings, resulting from past experiences or traumas.
Everyday life throws up challenges which can effect our emotional, physical, psychological and spiritual state. Therapy provides a safe environment to talk about anything you want to. Exploring issues such as relationship difficulties, physical and mental health concerns, loss, self-confidence and self-esteem can make a real difference. When words are not enough... the creative arts are used alongside talking therapy to give a different perspective and help make sense of your experience. Focusing on understanding your feelings, supporting a healthier, stronger self, and helping to gain a sense of meaning in your life.
Everyday life throws up challenges which can effect our emotional, physical, psychological and spiritual state. Therapy provides a safe environment to talk about anything you want to. Exploring issues such as relationship difficulties, physical and mental health concerns, loss, self-confidence and self-esteem can make a real difference. When words are not enough... the creative arts are used alongside talking therapy to give a different perspective and help make sense of your experience. Focusing on understanding your feelings, supporting a healthier, stronger self, and helping to gain a sense of meaning in your life.
Hello I’m Kate, I know that taking the first step to come to therapy can be daunting but my aim is to offer you a safe space where you can truly be yourself.
Please note that I am away from October 16th to 26th and will respond to messages after this.
Hello I’m Kate, I know that taking the first step to come to therapy can be daunting but my aim is to offer you a safe space where you can truly be yourself.
Please note that I am away from October 16th to 26th and will respond to messages after this.
Do you feel overwhelmed, burnt out, or as though you’re working harder than everyone else just to keep up? Perhaps you’re navigating ADHD, anxiety, relationships, trauma or identity, or you’ve spent years masking and wondering why life seems harder than it should. You don’t need a diagnosis or the right words to begin.
I’m a BACP Registered therapist with a particular interest in ADHD, autism and AuDHD. I combine professional training with lived experience of neurodivergence, offering warm, inclusive and neuroaffirming therapy for adults and young people (11+). Together, we can make sense of what’s happening and find ways forward
Do you feel overwhelmed, burnt out, or as though you’re working harder than everyone else just to keep up? Perhaps you’re navigating ADHD, anxiety, relationships, trauma or identity, or you’ve spent years masking and wondering why life seems harder than it should. You don’t need a diagnosis or the right words to begin.
I’m a BACP Registered therapist with a particular interest in ADHD, autism and AuDHD. I combine professional training with lived experience of neurodivergence, offering warm, inclusive and neuroaffirming therapy for adults and young people (11+). Together, we can make sense of what’s happening and find ways forward
I imagine if you are reading this, you or someone you know needs help understanding or coping with something that is going on right now. If this is the case I am sorry you or they are finding things difficult. I understand that trying to choose a therapist is also a daunting task. I remember how I felt when seeking therapeutic help. I felt anxious and wondered if I could share things with a complete stranger. Probably the most important thing is that you meet someone you can get on with and build trust. The 15 minuite free call I offer will hopefully provide an opportunity for us to get to know each other a little.
I imagine if you are reading this, you or someone you know needs help understanding or coping with something that is going on right now. If this is the case I am sorry you or they are finding things difficult. I understand that trying to choose a therapist is also a daunting task. I remember how I felt when seeking therapeutic help. I felt anxious and wondered if I could share things with a complete stranger. Probably the most important thing is that you meet someone you can get on with and build trust. The 15 minuite free call I offer will hopefully provide an opportunity for us to get to know each other a little.
There are many times throughout life where things can feel overwhelming and difficult. The ability to navigate these moments can be even more of a struggle when we are also faced with anxiety, fear, grief or depression. I offer therapy that is compassionate and non-judgemental, offering you a supportive environment to make sense of your thoughts and feelings.
When life becomes this challenging it can become hard to understand how we feel or how others feel about us. Psychotherapy that has a creative approach can help you look at the issues you face from different perspectives and with a sense of emotional safety.
There are many times throughout life where things can feel overwhelming and difficult. The ability to navigate these moments can be even more of a struggle when we are also faced with anxiety, fear, grief or depression. I offer therapy that is compassionate and non-judgemental, offering you a supportive environment to make sense of your thoughts and feelings.
When life becomes this challenging it can become hard to understand how we feel or how others feel about us. Psychotherapy that has a creative approach can help you look at the issues you face from different perspectives and with a sense of emotional safety.
Are you finding it difficult to juggle the demands of life, family, or work? Maybe you’ve lost your zest for life and constantly worry about not being good enough. Whether these feelings are new or have been with you for decades, you deserve support. I am an experienced CBT Psychotherapist (BABCP) and EMDR Practitioner (EMDRUK) who provides a relaxed, human, and real approach to improving your mental wellbeing. My clients appreciate my warm, empathetic, and non-judgemental manner, which helps build a trusting therapeutic relationship and is key to effective therapy.
Are you finding it difficult to juggle the demands of life, family, or work? Maybe you’ve lost your zest for life and constantly worry about not being good enough. Whether these feelings are new or have been with you for decades, you deserve support. I am an experienced CBT Psychotherapist (BABCP) and EMDR Practitioner (EMDRUK) who provides a relaxed, human, and real approach to improving your mental wellbeing. My clients appreciate my warm, empathetic, and non-judgemental manner, which helps build a trusting therapeutic relationship and is key to effective therapy.
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Maybe you're exhausted from carrying something that was never yours to carry. Going over situations on a loop -what you think you should have said, done, prevented. Flinching at a tone of voice or touch. Memories that resurface and pull shame and guilt to the surface, as raw as the day it happened. Lying awake after a nightmare, heart racing, telling yourself you should be over this by now. You say yes when you mean no. You keep people at a distance to stay safe, yet ache for real connection. You tell yourself you're broken, unlovable, not good enough. You're holding it together on the outside but inside, you're still just surviving
Maybe you're exhausted from carrying something that was never yours to carry. Going over situations on a loop -what you think you should have said, done, prevented. Flinching at a tone of voice or touch. Memories that resurface and pull shame and guilt to the surface, as raw as the day it happened. Lying awake after a nightmare, heart racing, telling yourself you should be over this by now. You say yes when you mean no. You keep people at a distance to stay safe, yet ache for real connection. You tell yourself you're broken, unlovable, not good enough. You're holding it together on the outside but inside, you're still just surviving
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.
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.
” 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.
The therapeutic relationship is unique, different to the ones we have with friends and family. It is a space where you can explore difficult and important feelings safely, with someone who is trained to help you make sense of these issues. My approach is integrative, which means I will work alongside you in the way that suits you and your needs.
” 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.
The therapeutic relationship is unique, different to the ones we have with friends and family. It is a space where you can explore difficult and important feelings safely, with someone who is trained to help you make sense of these issues. My approach is integrative, which means I will work alongside you in the way that suits you and your needs.
I specialise in working with trauma, abuse (childhood, domestic, and sexual) and the effects of difficult or harmful experiences. I provide warm, direct therapy for people who want to understand themselves more deeply and change long-standing emotional patterns.
I identify the underlying “red thread” in your experience fairly quickly—the emotional themes and relational dynamics that sit beneath what you’re going through—and help bring them into focus in a way that feels clear rather than overwhelming.
I specialise in working with trauma, abuse (childhood, domestic, and sexual) and the effects of difficult or harmful experiences. I provide warm, direct therapy for people who want to understand themselves more deeply and change long-standing emotional patterns.
I identify the underlying “red thread” in your experience fairly quickly—the emotional themes and relational dynamics that sit beneath what you’re going through—and help bring them into focus in a way that feels clear rather than overwhelming.
Needing therapy doesn't mean that something is wrong with us - it means that being a human can be hard, and we all deserve support as we navigate the hard times.
Working together, we’ll explore what’s happening in your life and make sense of your thoughts and emotions. We’ll work at your own pace. My aim is for you to feel understood and unconditionally supported as we work towards positive change.
Needing therapy doesn't mean that something is wrong with us - it means that being a human can be hard, and we all deserve support as we navigate the hard times.
Working together, we’ll explore what’s happening in your life and make sense of your thoughts and emotions. We’ll work at your own pace. My aim is for you to feel understood and unconditionally supported as we work towards positive change.
I am passionate about working with trauma, & welcome survivors of sexual abuse, rape, and domestic abuse.
My approach is integrative & relational, working in-depth on a mid to long-term basis with clients. I believe that one’s identity is altered as a means of survival, & the seeking out of what is authentic & what is a mask is difficult work which requires a care and softness. I am here to care for you in this unmasking process: we will do it together!
I am passionate about working with trauma, & welcome survivors of sexual abuse, rape, and domestic abuse.
My approach is integrative & relational, working in-depth on a mid to long-term basis with clients. I believe that one’s identity is altered as a means of survival, & the seeking out of what is authentic & what is a mask is difficult work which requires a care and softness. I am here to care for you in this unmasking process: we will do it together!
Welcome! You may be seeking a therapist, counsellor, or coach to address a specific issue, heal from past experiences, or explore a general sense that something isn’t quite right. Talking in confidence can help you discover who you are and make self-loving, empowered choices.
Therapy and counselling foster self-awareness, emotional healing, and resilience, reconnecting you with your innate self-worth. Life coaching helps clear unconscious patterns, set meaningful goals, and take action toward a fulfilling, nourishing life.
Welcome! You may be seeking a therapist, counsellor, or coach to address a specific issue, heal from past experiences, or explore a general sense that something isn’t quite right. Talking in confidence can help you discover who you are and make self-loving, empowered choices.
Therapy and counselling foster self-awareness, emotional healing, and resilience, reconnecting you with your innate self-worth. Life coaching helps clear unconscious patterns, set meaningful goals, and take action toward a fulfilling, nourishing life.
I am a qualified Counsellor and Psychotherapist accredited to The National Counselling Society, I offer professional help and support to individuals, including young people from 11 year and above and also couples. My aim is to keep my prices as low as possible, as I believe everyone should be able to access counselling. It is well documented in the media that mental health issues are on the increase. I appreciate that financial pressures can also have a huge impact on our lives, adding to stress and anxiety.
I am a qualified Counsellor and Psychotherapist accredited to The National Counselling Society, I offer professional help and support to individuals, including young people from 11 year and above and also couples. My aim is to keep my prices as low as possible, as I believe everyone should be able to access counselling. It is well documented in the media that mental health issues are on the increase. I appreciate that financial pressures can also have a huge impact on our lives, adding to stress and anxiety.
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Sexual Abuse Counsellors
How do therapists treat sexual abuse?
A good therapist will be nonjudgmental and possibly demonstrate active listening, repeating back what the client says to show that they have understood. These skills allow people to feel comfortable discussing their traumatic experiences openly. Some important treatment goals are to restore a sense of safety and to rebuild confidence. In addition to working one-on-one with the patient, a therapist might bring in supportive family members to assist the client.
Do you have to talk extensively about sexual abuse in therapy?
Survivors frequently find it difficult to describe what happened to them out loud. They can even still be in a state of denial if the sexual abuse occurred recently. It is important for survivors to acknowledge that what happened isn’t their fault and to challenge and reappraise any unhealthy feelings or thoughts as they arise. Art therapy and play therapy are useful non-verbal means of communication for some survivors.
How long does treatment for sexual abuse take?
Recovery from sexual abuse can be a long and difficult process. Some survivors are able to move on naturally on their own, given time, while others require the guidance of a trained therapist. Therapy needs vary and can range from a few sessions to months or even years. Healing from sexual abuse takes time, and everyone’s journey will look a little different.
Can trauma symptoms caused by sexual abuse come back after treatment?
As occurs in many cases of trauma, survivors of sexual abuse may experience PTSD-like symptoms long after the abuse has ceased or after an initial round of treatment has occurred. In such a case, there is evidence that prolonged exposure therapy is a useful treatment for survivors, and may be more efficacious than supportive counseling alone. While triggers may continue to cause distress, the idea is that, with time and repeated exposure, their power will fade, allowing survivors to move on with their lives.