Trauma and PTSD Counselling in Prestbury

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Hannah Claire O'Brien
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Serves Area
Clients may be experiencing emotional challenges relating to stress, anxiety and depression. Clients may be struggling with problems such as work-related stress, persistent worry, trauma-related symptoms and low self-esteem, which are impacting everyday life. Clients will be motivated to better understand their current difficulties, exploring maintaining factors such as negative thinking patterns and behaviours, with a focus on proactively challenging these negative cycles.
Clients may be experiencing emotional challenges relating to stress, anxiety and depression. Clients may be struggling with problems such as work-related stress, persistent worry, trauma-related symptoms and low self-esteem, which are impacting everyday life. Clients will be motivated to better understand their current difficulties, exploring maintaining factors such as negative thinking patterns and behaviours, with a focus on proactively challenging these negative cycles.
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Anna Bradshaw
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Serves Area
Hi I'm Anna, being understood and cared for are deeply important to me, I listen attentively with acceptance and compassion. Perhaps you have noticed patterns in your life and you would like to understand yourself more? You may feel anxious about work or school, talking it through can help you make sense of things. Sometimes past experiences can cause distress, having a space to share with a counsellor can help you process your feelings. Working together, we can look at choices available to you, helping you find hope again.
Hi I'm Anna, being understood and cared for are deeply important to me, I listen attentively with acceptance and compassion. Perhaps you have noticed patterns in your life and you would like to understand yourself more? You may feel anxious about work or school, talking it through can help you make sense of things. Sometimes past experiences can cause distress, having a space to share with a counsellor can help you process your feelings. Working together, we can look at choices available to you, helping you find hope again.
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Dr Emma Solomon, Consultant Clinical Psychologist
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
Struggling to lose weight, overcome fears, past trauma or insecurities? Do you feel irritated and frustrated with yourself because you know you can be different, but you can't make it happen on your own. Maybe you know what kind of therapy you want to try, or maybe you don't have a clue. That's ok. I can listen to what you are struggling with and advise you on what works.
Struggling to lose weight, overcome fears, past trauma or insecurities? Do you feel irritated and frustrated with yourself because you know you can be different, but you can't make it happen on your own. Maybe you know what kind of therapy you want to try, or maybe you don't have a clue. That's ok. I can listen to what you are struggling with and advise you on what works.
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Angharad Jones Psychotherapy and Counselling
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I understand that it can be hard to reach out for therapy, especially when you may be finding life tough at the moment. Or perhaps you are in a better place and have decided that you want to explore aspects of your life. Either way, please do contact me to discuss your needs. In therapy sessions I would work with you to process your past so that you can see how it impacts the present. For many there is the need to grieve for what has been lost, whilst giving the opportunity to identify and embrace your true inner self. You would strengthen ‘Adult’ you, freeing yourself to embrace life.
I understand that it can be hard to reach out for therapy, especially when you may be finding life tough at the moment. Or perhaps you are in a better place and have decided that you want to explore aspects of your life. Either way, please do contact me to discuss your needs. In therapy sessions I would work with you to process your past so that you can see how it impacts the present. For many there is the need to grieve for what has been lost, whilst giving the opportunity to identify and embrace your true inner self. You would strengthen ‘Adult’ you, freeing yourself to embrace life.
0161 524 0812 View 0161 524 0812
Lisa Corbett
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Serves Area
Experienced HCPC registered psychologist who had worked across a broad range of complex cases. Currently offering virtual and face to face sessions in Cheshire. I have worked for five years within the NHS as a Counselling Psychologist, and within the voluntary sector, providing therapeutic support for a wide range of needs and severity. I use an interpretive approach, within which I adapt and include a variety of evidence-based therapeutic modalities.
Experienced HCPC registered psychologist who had worked across a broad range of complex cases. Currently offering virtual and face to face sessions in Cheshire. I have worked for five years within the NHS as a Counselling Psychologist, and within the voluntary sector, providing therapeutic support for a wide range of needs and severity. I use an interpretive approach, within which I adapt and include a variety of evidence-based therapeutic modalities.
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Linda Hayward
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
I believe that when we’re free of emotional and psychological problems, we are able to live our lives to the fullest and reach our potential, for a life without limits. By looking after our mental health, we naturally improve the quality of our life. Good mental health, strengthens and supports our ability to maintain good physical health.
I believe that when we’re free of emotional and psychological problems, we are able to live our lives to the fullest and reach our potential, for a life without limits. By looking after our mental health, we naturally improve the quality of our life. Good mental health, strengthens and supports our ability to maintain good physical health.
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Helen Jones CBT and EMDR Therapy
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
I work with a wide range of issues including post traumatic stress disorder (' PTSD') including complex childhood attachment trauma, psychosis, social anxiety, substance misuse, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder ('OCD') bi-polar affective disorder, generalised anxiety disorder and panic disorder.
Hi, I’m Helen - a BABCP-accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist ('CBT') and Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing ('EMDR') practitioner. I spent 15 years working within NHS mental health services. For the past 3 years, I have worked as a private practitioner. I hold a Postgraduate Diploma in CBT and an MSc in Applied Social Studies.
I work with a wide range of issues including post traumatic stress disorder (' PTSD') including complex childhood attachment trauma, psychosis, social anxiety, substance misuse, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder ('OCD') bi-polar affective disorder, generalised anxiety disorder and panic disorder.
Hi, I’m Helen - a BABCP-accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist ('CBT') and Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing ('EMDR') practitioner. I spent 15 years working within NHS mental health services. For the past 3 years, I have worked as a private practitioner. I hold a Postgraduate Diploma in CBT and an MSc in Applied Social Studies.
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Libbet Paravicini
Counsellor, BACP
Tetbury GL8
I have experience with anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, abuse, self-harm, eating disorders, low self esteem, relationship issues and bereavement.
Life can be overwhelming sometimes. Most people have experienced anxiety, stress or low moods at some point and often try to struggle through alone. Seeking professional help can feel daunting and takes courage to make that first call. I work with genuine care and empathy and offer a warm, safe, non-judgemental environment for you to explore what's troubling you with complete confidentiality.
I have experience with anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, abuse, self-harm, eating disorders, low self esteem, relationship issues and bereavement.
Life can be overwhelming sometimes. Most people have experienced anxiety, stress or low moods at some point and often try to struggle through alone. Seeking professional help can feel daunting and takes courage to make that first call. I work with genuine care and empathy and offer a warm, safe, non-judgemental environment for you to explore what's troubling you with complete confidentiality.
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Dr Jack Arnold
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
I am a Clinical Psychologist and have worked in the NHS for almost 10 years, covering a wide range of psychological difficulties such as anxiety and panic, low mood and depression, trauma and PTSD, weight management, health conditions and medical trauma, OCD and more.
I draw from a range of evidence-based psychological therapies including cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion Focussed Therapy (CFT). I am also an EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) therapist.
I am a Clinical Psychologist and have worked in the NHS for almost 10 years, covering a wide range of psychological difficulties such as anxiety and panic, low mood and depression, trauma and PTSD, weight management, health conditions and medical trauma, OCD and more.
I draw from a range of evidence-based psychological therapies including cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion Focussed Therapy (CFT). I am also an EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) therapist.
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Johnnie Taylor Internal Family Systems with EMDR
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Online Only
I can help you with emotional trauma, attachment issues, complex PTSD, physical co-morbidities; also codependency and people pleasing.
Hi I offer an accredited online counselling and psychotherapy service embracing modern trauma-focused therapies. In a compassionate way, we can work together to promote and restore your health and well-being. I use a combination of modern trauma-informed therapies called EMDR (eye-movement desensitisation and reprocessing) and IFS (Internal Family Systems' therapy). This integration is very effective and focused for ‘emotional trauma’ and any mental or somatic condition. I am accredited with EMDR Europe and the EMDR Association and with the IFS Institute (level 1 & 2 trained). I have NHS registration & Enhanced DBS
I can help you with emotional trauma, attachment issues, complex PTSD, physical co-morbidities; also codependency and people pleasing.
Hi I offer an accredited online counselling and psychotherapy service embracing modern trauma-focused therapies. In a compassionate way, we can work together to promote and restore your health and well-being. I use a combination of modern trauma-informed therapies called EMDR (eye-movement desensitisation and reprocessing) and IFS (Internal Family Systems' therapy). This integration is very effective and focused for ‘emotional trauma’ and any mental or somatic condition. I am accredited with EMDR Europe and the EMDR Association and with the IFS Institute (level 1 & 2 trained). I have NHS registration & Enhanced DBS
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Marcella Howard
Counsellor, PsychD, BACP
Stroud GL5
Trauma Therapist; Specialising in Complex PTSD
At the heart of healing from trauma is the human relationship. I offer my clients a safe, consistent, honest and heart led space from within which you can explore all that you are and find integration. I am an experienced, BACP registered NARM therapist; specialising in Complex Trauma. Psychodynamically trained, with a particular interest in Relational and intersubjective approaches. My personal and clinical experience has led me to believe that we each have the capacity to heal from our early wounds; what ever they may be.
Trauma Therapist; Specialising in Complex PTSD
At the heart of healing from trauma is the human relationship. I offer my clients a safe, consistent, honest and heart led space from within which you can explore all that you are and find integration. I am an experienced, BACP registered NARM therapist; specialising in Complex Trauma. Psychodynamically trained, with a particular interest in Relational and intersubjective approaches. My personal and clinical experience has led me to believe that we each have the capacity to heal from our early wounds; what ever they may be.
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Helen Louise Brown
Counsellor, MBACP
I am experienced in supporting those affected by: Trauma & PTSD, Neurodiversity, Addiction, Generalised Anxiety Disorder, Depression, Self-Harming and Relationship Issues.
Trauma Specialist: My name is Helen. I'm a warm, empathic, fully qualified and experienced integrative adult & child psychotherapist. I'm passionate about supporting people through periods of 'stuckness', distress and overwhelm. I am highly skilled in trauma work and a wide range of mental health conditions. I have previously worked in mental health hospitals practising on both addiction and general psychiatry units and in schools. If you're struggling and need a safe space to address your distress, then I'm here for you. From me, you will receive genuine empathy, non-judgmental warmth and a safe environment in which to explore.
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Eve McIntyre Psychotherapy CBT, EMDR & Supervision
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
CBT and EMDR are evidence based, NICE recommended approaches for Depression, Anxiety and Trauma/ PTSD.
Welcome, I am an experienced and accredited Psychotherapist (CBT, EMDR) and Supervisor (CBT). Depression, Anxiety & Trauma can often lead people to feel stuck and lose their sense of self. I recognise when we feel like this we need to feel heard, have a way of making sense of what we are feeling and gain a sense of hope for the future. Through the therapeutic work I deliver I hope to offer you just that. I will be alongside you, value and encourage your contributions, and aim to empower you to bring about change that is meaningful to you. I have a warm and adaptive style and would tailor the therapy to you.
CBT and EMDR are evidence based, NICE recommended approaches for Depression, Anxiety and Trauma/ PTSD.
Welcome, I am an experienced and accredited Psychotherapist (CBT, EMDR) and Supervisor (CBT). Depression, Anxiety & Trauma can often lead people to feel stuck and lose their sense of self. I recognise when we feel like this we need to feel heard, have a way of making sense of what we are feeling and gain a sense of hope for the future. Through the therapeutic work I deliver I hope to offer you just that. I will be alongside you, value and encourage your contributions, and aim to empower you to bring about change that is meaningful to you. I have a warm and adaptive style and would tailor the therapy to you.
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Elise Ormond Martin
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
Online Only
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Hello & welcome to my profile. Whatever the reason you are exploring therapy, or seeking help today, you are not alone and things will get easier with the right support and approach. I offer a compassionate & trauma informed approach, working from a somatic training base. Our work together will be built within a safe and boundaried therapeutic container, on a foundation of curiosity, presence & compassion. I work in supporting you to welcome and develop the capacity to see, be with and accept & love all aspects of yourself...And will help you move into deeper presence, conscious choice and vitality in all areas of your life.
I work with helping clients in healing around stress, anxiety +depression; grief; chronic health challenges; CPTSD and PTSD; addictions (limerence/love/sex (including porn) addictions; substance/process addictions; Codependency; Eating disorders/ body dysmorphia); D
Hello & welcome to my profile. Whatever the reason you are exploring therapy, or seeking help today, you are not alone and things will get easier with the right support and approach. I offer a compassionate & trauma informed approach, working from a somatic training base. Our work together will be built within a safe and boundaried therapeutic container, on a foundation of curiosity, presence & compassion. I work in supporting you to welcome and develop the capacity to see, be with and accept & love all aspects of yourself...And will help you move into deeper presence, conscious choice and vitality in all areas of your life.
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Jon Macefield
Counsellor, MBACP
I have worked in an addiction clinic for a number of years which has given me specialist knowledge in working with Anxiety, Depression, substance misuse, trauma, sexual abuse, complex PTSD, and Borderline Personality Disorder.
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I have worked in an addiction clinic for a number of years which has given me specialist knowledge in working with Anxiety, Depression, substance misuse, trauma, sexual abuse, complex PTSD, and Borderline Personality Disorder.
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Toni-Marie Riordan
Counsellor, BACP
3 Endorsed
I have training in working with trauma and PTSD.
I am a qualified 18+ counsellor, passionate about helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and finding greater fulfilment. My approach to counselling combines Person-Centred and Psychodynamic methods, tailoring each session to fit your unique needs, goals, and experiences. I believe there is no one-size-fits-all solution in therapy. Together we will draw from a variety of tools, whether mindfulness-based techniques, creative techniques, or to simply listen, to create a pathway that is uniquely yours. I strive to create a safe, supportive environment where you feel seen, heard and empowered.
I have training in working with trauma and PTSD.
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Carole Green
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Witney OX28
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Hannah Lock
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Online Only
I specialised in working with individuals with PTSD, depression, and issues around gender, sexuality and relationships.
Therapy can support us through our difficulties and towards our goals or help us to explore and understand ourselves better. My role is to support you through the process in a safe and supportive space at your own pace to find your way through these difficulties. I work with many areas including, trauma, depression, low self esteem, issues around gender, sexuality and relationship diversities. I offer a variety of therapy options to suit your particular needs.
I specialised in working with individuals with PTSD, depression, and issues around gender, sexuality and relationships.
Therapy can support us through our difficulties and towards our goals or help us to explore and understand ourselves better. My role is to support you through the process in a safe and supportive space at your own pace to find your way through these difficulties. I work with many areas including, trauma, depression, low self esteem, issues around gender, sexuality and relationship diversities. I offer a variety of therapy options to suit your particular needs.
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Chris Quirk
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Ledbury HR8
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I am an accredited and experienced Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) psychotherapist and work with people suffering with depression and anxiety issues such as Worry, Panic, OCD and PTSD.
We’ll use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy together in a warm and caring way to work to solve current problems and encourage more helpful thinking and behaviours. I will help you “re-frame” your reactions and provide you with valuable tools to cope with life’s obstacles. I’m confident you’ll find my personalised individual therapy beneficial and inspirational.
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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.