Sexual Abuse Counselling in Southampton
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Simon James Carpenter
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified
Verified
This therapeutic approach allows me to support clients that may be experiencing PTSD from traumatic incidents in their life (such as car accidents, drowning, violence) , phobias, Anxiety, sudden loss
sexual abuse
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I am BACP and EMDR Europe accredited practitioner for both adults and children and young people. I work within the professional standards required for these professional bodies. I have 15 years experience providing therapeutic intervention for adults, children and young people who have experienced trauma from a wide range of difficulties, such as bereavement, abuse, relationship issues, depression, anxiety . This enables me to be creative and flexible in relation to the way my clients wish to work. I recognise the importance of working within the BACP ethical framework, which informs me of best practice and professional integrity.

Ellie Strange
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Verified
Verified
Ellie has worked with learning disabilities,
sexual abuse
and domestic violence charities using these techniques.
Ellie has worked over the last 4 years within the charity sector and the NHS working with clients through the ages of 17-75. She is currently working on an acute adult ward within the private sector and NHS. She has trained in psychotherapy with an integrative approach, meaning that she can tailor therapy to meet your needs and who you are. An integrative approach can be used to treat any number of psychological problems and disorders, including abuse, trauma, depression, anxiety and personality disorders.

Julie Blandford
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I have experience in counselling for a wide range of mental health issues and working with experiencers of domestic and
sexual abuse
.
Update: I am currently operating a waiting list of approximately 6 weeks for new clients. I will support you with whatever situation is causing you distress by encouraging you to express your thoughts, feelings and emotions about the situation, the possible cause and the impact it is having on you. I will provide you with a safe, empathic and non-judgemental space to share your worries and fears in confidence. You will gain the opportunity to discover a better insight into yourself, your situation and the way you relate to others, helping you to identify your own solutions to the situation.

Untapped Art Therapy
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Verified
Verified
We are a team of Art Psychotherapists skilled in offering psychological support to clients who have experienced trauma,
sexual abuse
, bereavement and loss. We are able to support people of any age experiencing anxiety, depression, OCD, psychosis, agoraphobia, suicidal ideation and self-harm, as well as those experiencing difficulties related to autism, Aspergers and Down Syndrome. We have experience working with gender and sexual identity. We are a social enterprise dedicated to supporting people using art. www.untapped.org.uk

Claire Wain
Counsellor, BACP
Verified
Verified
Hello there and welcome. Sometimes life can be overwhelming for all sorts of reasons and we may need a little help to try and work our way through it. Counselling can give us the help we need, by offering a safe place to sit with someone who is there to help you through those tough times. I understand that the decision to have counselling can perhaps be a difficult one, but I believe that together we can ease those fears and anxieties. Then, as we begin to develop a therapeutic and healing relationship, you will hopefully begin to feel more able to share all that is on your mind.
Waitlist for new clients

Sophia Armstrong
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
Verified
Verified
Struggle to make sense of things or finding it difficult to cope? Counselling can help you come to terms with things, and make real changes in your life. You may find it useful to come and talk if you are dealing with difficult emotional issues, relationship difficulties, or specific psychological or mental health problems. Therapy can help you to find clarity and balance in your life. That may be dealing with traumatic past events, learning to connect with others or helping you to understand yourself better and making positive choices for the future. It can be a relief to talk to someone and feel that they are listening.

Raff Knight
Psychotherapist, PsychD, BACP
I am a warm, caring professional offering safe non judgemental space . I work with all aspects of complex trauma, abuse, relationships, anxiety, depression, bereavement, addictions and depression. I have many years experience and have accumulated many professional skills. This enables me to put together a therapeutic structure to suit your individual needs, which will help you to make sense of where you are and where you want to be. We all need help at some point in our lives, and have personal challenges which we may not understand. I am here to support you on your unique individual , transformational journey.

Brigitta Modroczky
Psychotherapist, BACP
Verified
Verified
Hello, my name is Brigitta. I am a fully qualified Person-Centred psychotherapist, and I offer face-to-face, telephone and online counselling. I provide a non - judgmental, empathetic, and accepting setting in which you can talk about your difficulties, and grow in awareness, which can help you make better decisions and find more meaningful ways to engage in the world. In my sessions, I will listen to you non-judgmentally, with warm empathy and understanding, which is done in a confidential setting.

Amanda Barry
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
As a qualified professional therapist , I can offer you a safe reflective space, a space away from friends, family and colleagues where your voice can be heard. I will help you gain greater understanding of situations; discover how you may form a part of them and together we will explore new possibilities. I am caring and warm, with a passion for working with people. I am humbled by my client’s journey of self-discovery.

Catherine Carter
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Hi, I'm Catherine and I am a BACP registered Person Centred counsellor. At times we can feel overwhelmed by life - past experiences, difficulties in the present and fears about the future. Counselling can be very helpful during these difficult times. It can enable us change the way we think about feel about things. It can help us explore our thoughts surrounding a particular issue, even when that might be challenging, and increase our self-confidence and self-esteem as we gain a deeper understanding of ourselves. By talking through things we all have the power to change our thinking and thrive as a result.
Not accepting new clients

Nicola Hussey
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified
Verified
I have many years experience working with a wide range of clients, creating a confidential, professional and trusting environment in which you can achieve your therapy goals. I work closely with clients to explore many different presenting issues such as loss, grief, life transitions, relationships, family dynamics, stress and anxiety. My work is within the BACP Framework which ensures my work is professional and ethical . We can work at your pace either short or long-term, with reviews, depending on your unique needs and so you feel we are working towards a more satisfying and resourceful way of living.
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Reflective Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Feeling anxious? Choosing the right counsellor can be challenging when we are feeling overwhelmed with our emotions, trying to make sense of it all. My name is Sharon & I'm a qualified and experienced humanistic counsellor in the Fareham and Southampton area. At Reflective Counselling I offer a safe, confidential space without judgement for you to explore your feelings and work through difficulties such as anxiety, anger, grief, past trauma, bereavement and depression, allowing you to grow at your own pace. As we work together, enabling you to self-govern, to flourish and reflect and make sense of what is happening in your world.

Charlie Gould-Smith
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified
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Verified
1 Endorsed
Counselling is a place where you can explore any worries and personal issues you may be experiencing confidentially. I am a qualified in the Person Centered approach to counselling. During a session I will endeavour to create a supportive and empowering environment by listening with empathy, understanding, compassion and acceptance to allow you to work through your concerns.

Questa Psychological Services
Psychologist, PsychD, AFBPSsS
Verified
Verified
Questa offers a range of psychological services for children and adults, both clinical and educational. We are specialists in autism assessment/diagnosis. We provide therapy and parenting support for associated emotional and behavioural problems. We offer therapy and support for a range of emotional problems for children and adults and are specialists in anxiety, depression and trauma, providing therapy to emergency services personnel. Do call or email us today to discuss how we may be able to support you. We can usually help, but if we cant, then we’ll do our best to offer advise and signposting.

Changing Pages Counselling
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified
Verified
My name is Angeline, I am friendly, warm and approachable. I have been told I have a calm nature and I bring this to my approach in therapy. I believe that in the right environment it is possible to make positive changes in life. My own life experiences have prepared me for many of the issues that people bring to therapy. I have supported adults and young people with Post traumatic stress, anxiety and depression. I have many years experience in private practice with adults and adolescents. I have worked alongside children services as a trauma therapist and alongside Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services for a youth service.

Tom Bulpit
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Hi, I’m Tom! If you’re reading my profile, then chances are either you or someone you love is having a really hard time at the moment. Thinking about getting support can feel really scary and difficult – and making that decision to pick up the phone or go to your first counselling session can feel terrifying. I know this because a long time ago it was me making that first phone call too. I work with a very wide range of issues - nothing is ever off limits with me. Whatever it is that's affecting you, I'm here to help. I work with teenagers, adults and families.

Corine Hope
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Seeking therapy takes courage and finding the right therapist can be a daunting task. Perhaps you would like to make changes to your life but are unsure of where to begin? We can work together to help identify patterns and themes of your view of the world and yourself in it. We can think about how past experiences may have impacted on your ability to cope and function. With acquiring greater insight, awareness and meaning, we can work towards breaking destructive patterns and gain resources which will help you cope with difficulties and make profound changes to your life and relationships.

Bernadette Siobhan West
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Hi. I'm Bernadette, a qualified and experienced person-centred counsellor in Southampton and the New Forest area. Following over 20 years' experience working within the NHS, I now work for two well known charities supporting those with life limiting illness and bereavement, along with a local charity supporting both victims and survivors of domestic and sexual violence, whilst also running my own successful private practice. I offer an understanding and empathic safe space and environment to facilitate your personal growth and support you whilst navigating life's challenges without judgement.

Catherine Jones
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I believe I know what matters in building a safe and trusting environment to enable personal change and growth. I have chosen to base my counselling ethos on a Humanistic modality which includes the belief each of us has the ability, drive and autonomy within ourselves to resolve emotional issues, conflicts and life changing events. I also recognise we all need a bit of help and support in times of distress.

Nichola louise Knight
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Firstly I would like to commend you for finding the courage to reach out. My name is Nichola and I am a qualified Humanistic Gestalt Counsellor. I am a very easy person to talk to with a down to earth approach . As a counsellor realise that life brings with it for a lot of past and present problems which can have a knock on effect on your mental health and on the relationships around you. It may be that your the person with a partner who is dealing with a mental health issue and you feel you need someone to talk to. Whatever it is that has brought you here I will work with you side by side on your journey.
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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.