Sexual Abuse Counselling in Thornton-Cleveleys
Hi, my name is Lindsey. I am a fully qualified & registered Psychotherapeutic Counsellor. Seeking professional support is not a sign of weakness or vulnerability and can be a positive empowering choice to make. My role is to work alongside you to offer a safe, fully supportive space for therapeutic change, sharing healthy life skills, tools & techniques to cope with whatever your life experiences may be or have been- to support you to challenge & overcome unhealthy thoughts & behaviour.
Hi, my name is Lindsey. I am a fully qualified & registered Psychotherapeutic Counsellor. Seeking professional support is not a sign of weakness or vulnerability and can be a positive empowering choice to make. My role is to work alongside you to offer a safe, fully supportive space for therapeutic change, sharing healthy life skills, tools & techniques to cope with whatever your life experiences may be or have been- to support you to challenge & overcome unhealthy thoughts & behaviour.
I'm here to help you work through your own individual therapy needs in a way that works for you. I have experience in working with a variety of life's difficulties, from every day stress to self esteem issues, childhood trauma, anxiety and so much more. My only goal is to help get you to the best version of yourself that you can be, working to give you the tools you need be able to continue working on yourself throughout the difficulties that life often throws our way. With me as your therapist you will feel heard, valued and respected. I understand goals and life changes, therapy may need to be reviewed and adapted to your needs.
I'm here to help you work through your own individual therapy needs in a way that works for you. I have experience in working with a variety of life's difficulties, from every day stress to self esteem issues, childhood trauma, anxiety and so much more. My only goal is to help get you to the best version of yourself that you can be, working to give you the tools you need be able to continue working on yourself throughout the difficulties that life often throws our way. With me as your therapist you will feel heard, valued and respected. I understand goals and life changes, therapy may need to be reviewed and adapted to your needs.
A Space to Breathe. A Place to Be Heard.
If you are struggling with the weight of daily life, feeling overwhelmed, or navigating the lingering effects of the past, you deserve a space where you don’t have to perform.
I offer a calm, non-judgemental sanctuary for those feeling stuck or unheard. As a person-centred therapist, I trust that you hold the insights needed for your own growth. My role is to walk alongside you as you tune back into your own voice, deepen your self-understanding, and discover your path forward, at your own pace.
A Space to Breathe. A Place to Be Heard.
If you are struggling with the weight of daily life, feeling overwhelmed, or navigating the lingering effects of the past, you deserve a space where you don’t have to perform.
I offer a calm, non-judgemental sanctuary for those feeling stuck or unheard. As a person-centred therapist, I trust that you hold the insights needed for your own growth. My role is to walk alongside you as you tune back into your own voice, deepen your self-understanding, and discover your path forward, at your own pace.
I am a Medical Doctor, Psychotherapist (progressing BABCP Accreditation), and Trainee Health Psychologist with over 20 years of healthcare experience in the NHS and private practice. I provide evidence-based psychological therapy for adults, drawing on CBT alongside ACT, DBT-informed therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, mindfulness, and Health Psychology principles. Every treatment plan is tailored to your individual needs, goals, and strengths, offering a holistic approach that considers both physical and psychological wellbeing while supporting meaningful and lasting change.
I am a Medical Doctor, Psychotherapist (progressing BABCP Accreditation), and Trainee Health Psychologist with over 20 years of healthcare experience in the NHS and private practice. I provide evidence-based psychological therapy for adults, drawing on CBT alongside ACT, DBT-informed therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, mindfulness, and Health Psychology principles. Every treatment plan is tailored to your individual needs, goals, and strengths, offering a holistic approach that considers both physical and psychological wellbeing while supporting meaningful and lasting change.
I work with people facing recovery issues, grief, loss, identity struggles, and major life change. Some come with a clear issue such as addiction, bereavement, anxiety, trauma, or relationship difficulties. Others feel stuck, overwhelmed, or aware that life no longer feels as it once did. I offer a grounded, compassionate space where clients can speak openly, make sense of difficult experiences, and begin to move towards change in a way that feels manageable and meaningful.
I work with people facing recovery issues, grief, loss, identity struggles, and major life change. Some come with a clear issue such as addiction, bereavement, anxiety, trauma, or relationship difficulties. Others feel stuck, overwhelmed, or aware that life no longer feels as it once did. I offer a grounded, compassionate space where clients can speak openly, make sense of difficult experiences, and begin to move towards change in a way that feels manageable and meaningful.
Are you fighting emotional overwhelm, stress, or anxiety? Whether you’re a working professional burning out, a parent feeling overwhelmed, or someone struggling with anger, relationships, or trauma, you don’t have to carry this alone. I provide CBT, EFT, and Somatic therapy in Blackpool, surrounding areas and also online, across the UK. I firmly believe a safe, genuine human connection is what makes therapy work. Together, we can build practical coping strategies, heal root trauma, improve communication and help you emotionally regulate. I will help you by building a simple and effective plan. Contact me for a free consultation
Are you fighting emotional overwhelm, stress, or anxiety? Whether you’re a working professional burning out, a parent feeling overwhelmed, or someone struggling with anger, relationships, or trauma, you don’t have to carry this alone. I provide CBT, EFT, and Somatic therapy in Blackpool, surrounding areas and also online, across the UK. I firmly believe a safe, genuine human connection is what makes therapy work. Together, we can build practical coping strategies, heal root trauma, improve communication and help you emotionally regulate. I will help you by building a simple and effective plan. Contact me for a free consultation
Hello, to give you an idea if I might be the right counsellor for you, here are a few of things I offer. If you come to see me, I’ll try to make the room a place where you can hopefully feel relaxed. I’ll always attempt to offer you in the room, a place for you to express your truth, without feeling judged. l won't offer advice or tell you what you should be doing.
Hello, to give you an idea if I might be the right counsellor for you, here are a few of things I offer. If you come to see me, I’ll try to make the room a place where you can hopefully feel relaxed. I’ll always attempt to offer you in the room, a place for you to express your truth, without feeling judged. l won't offer advice or tell you what you should be doing.
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Hi, I’m Sharon Marie.
I offer in person and online sessions to help you eliminate what is getting in your way. Your life can be changed, often in just one session. Stress no matter its cause creates havoc in your mind and body alike, destroying relationships leaving you feeling like a failure. It doesn’t have to be this way.
I’m a fully accredited psycho-sensory, psychotherapist using leading edge techniques that can clear the blocks causing your suffering. No matter what those blocks are: Anxiety, Grief, PTSD, Depression or anything else, reach out for a free chat and Reclaim Your Life, Your Calm, Your Happy, Today!
Hi, I’m Sharon Marie.
I offer in person and online sessions to help you eliminate what is getting in your way. Your life can be changed, often in just one session. Stress no matter its cause creates havoc in your mind and body alike, destroying relationships leaving you feeling like a failure. It doesn’t have to be this way.
I’m a fully accredited psycho-sensory, psychotherapist using leading edge techniques that can clear the blocks causing your suffering. No matter what those blocks are: Anxiety, Grief, PTSD, Depression or anything else, reach out for a free chat and Reclaim Your Life, Your Calm, Your Happy, Today!
The impact of childhood trauma & life transitions is a common topic I work with and I'm an experienced counsellor for adults who have been impacted by sexual assault & childhood abuse.
Hello and welcome. My name is Kat and I'm a BACP registered counsellor and psychotherapist working from my private practice in Fleetwood. I can also accommodate evening appointments online.
With over 12 years experience working in education; community settings and the charitable sector - in a safeguarding, wellbeing & counselling capacity - I bring a wealth of knowledge, empathy and professional integrity to my therapeutic practice. I value the importance of our relationship and therefore invite you to reach out for an informal chat in the first instance to see if you think I am the right fit for you.
The impact of childhood trauma & life transitions is a common topic I work with and I'm an experienced counsellor for adults who have been impacted by sexual assault & childhood abuse.
Hello and welcome. My name is Kat and I'm a BACP registered counsellor and psychotherapist working from my private practice in Fleetwood. I can also accommodate evening appointments online.
With over 12 years experience working in education; community settings and the charitable sector - in a safeguarding, wellbeing & counselling capacity - I bring a wealth of knowledge, empathy and professional integrity to my therapeutic practice. I value the importance of our relationship and therefore invite you to reach out for an informal chat in the first instance to see if you think I am the right fit for you.
Whether you’re facing the effects of childhood sexual abuse, PTSD, anxiety, depression, or the impact of chronic illness, I provide a safe and supportive space where you can begin to process and heal.
I work one-to-one with adults, children, and adolescents. My clients come with a wide range of difficulties, from the lasting effects of abuse and complex PTSD to everyday challenges such as stress, anxiety, or low mood. I also support people living with addiction and those adjusting to the challenges of chronic illness.
Whether you’re facing the effects of childhood sexual abuse, PTSD, anxiety, depression, or the impact of chronic illness, I provide a safe and supportive space where you can begin to process and heal.
I work one-to-one with adults, children, and adolescents. My clients come with a wide range of difficulties, from the lasting effects of abuse and complex PTSD to everyday challenges such as stress, anxiety, or low mood. I also support people living with addiction and those adjusting to the challenges of chronic illness.
I qualified as a nurse in 1987 and spent many years working primarily as a practice nurse. This role gave me a unique insight into the challenges people face when expressing their sexual needs, both individually and within relationships. Over time, I observed that treatment for sexual difficulties was often over-medicalised and lacked sensitivity, failing to consider the whole person.
In 2017, I began training in psychosexual therapy and have since had the privilege of working with the NHS and other specialist organisations, both face-to-face and online. Today, I practice independently as an online psychosexual therapist.
I qualified as a nurse in 1987 and spent many years working primarily as a practice nurse. This role gave me a unique insight into the challenges people face when expressing their sexual needs, both individually and within relationships. Over time, I observed that treatment for sexual difficulties was often over-medicalised and lacked sensitivity, failing to consider the whole person.
In 2017, I began training in psychosexual therapy and have since had the privilege of working with the NHS and other specialist organisations, both face-to-face and online. Today, I practice independently as an online psychosexual therapist.
Hi, my name is Karen. I gained my qualification in counselling and psychotherapy many years ago in 1997. I was privileged to attend an accredited course at Salford college. I also acquired certificates in sociology, psychology, child psychology, criminology, and hypnotherapy. Alongside the hypnotherapy certificate, I completed workshops in dream therapy, sex therapy, and inner child work. Over the years I have specialised in inner child work, and have witnessed many positive outcomes from using this technique. Since qualifying, I have worked with a diverse range of issues, of which no problem is too big or too small.
Hi, my name is Karen. I gained my qualification in counselling and psychotherapy many years ago in 1997. I was privileged to attend an accredited course at Salford college. I also acquired certificates in sociology, psychology, child psychology, criminology, and hypnotherapy. Alongside the hypnotherapy certificate, I completed workshops in dream therapy, sex therapy, and inner child work. Over the years I have specialised in inner child work, and have witnessed many positive outcomes from using this technique. Since qualifying, I have worked with a diverse range of issues, of which no problem is too big or too small.
When life feels overwhelming, having someone who truly listens can make all the difference. I offer a safe, relaxed space where you can talk openly and be yourself, without judgment.
I’m a person-centred, experiential psychotherapist offering accessible and affordable counselling in the heart of Preston, with flexible appointment times. As a registered member of the BACP and NCPS, I work within their ethical framework and welcome anything you bring to therapy; nothing is too big or too small.
I’m also an accredited Rewind Therapist, providing closure without disclosure for trauma, PTSD, and phobias, with extensive experience support
When life feels overwhelming, having someone who truly listens can make all the difference. I offer a safe, relaxed space where you can talk openly and be yourself, without judgment.
I’m a person-centred, experiential psychotherapist offering accessible and affordable counselling in the heart of Preston, with flexible appointment times. As a registered member of the BACP and NCPS, I work within their ethical framework and welcome anything you bring to therapy; nothing is too big or too small.
I’m also an accredited Rewind Therapist, providing closure without disclosure for trauma, PTSD, and phobias, with extensive experience support
If you’ve spent most of your life holding it together for everyone else, it can be hard to know what you actually need. I work with thoughtful, high-functioning women who feel overwhelmed, stuck in relationship patterns, or disconnected from themselves. Together we explore where these patterns began and how to start changing them.
If you’ve spent most of your life holding it together for everyone else, it can be hard to know what you actually need. I work with thoughtful, high-functioning women who feel overwhelmed, stuck in relationship patterns, or disconnected from themselves. Together we explore where these patterns began and how to start changing them.
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Are trauma experiences getting in the way of living a life in line with your goals, beliefs, values, and desires? Does anxiety stop you from doing the things you want to do? Do flashbacks get in the way of functioning at home, work, or school? Have you been diagnosed with a health condition and you’re finding it difficult to adapt? Therapy helps you understand the cause of your symptoms and how to break the cycle. You will learn skills to help you manage these symptoms so that you can achieve other things in your life that are important to you. These might be working, having a family, or simply living trauma-response free.
Are trauma experiences getting in the way of living a life in line with your goals, beliefs, values, and desires? Does anxiety stop you from doing the things you want to do? Do flashbacks get in the way of functioning at home, work, or school? Have you been diagnosed with a health condition and you’re finding it difficult to adapt? Therapy helps you understand the cause of your symptoms and how to break the cycle. You will learn skills to help you manage these symptoms so that you can achieve other things in your life that are important to you. These might be working, having a family, or simply living trauma-response free.
Seeking therapy can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face life’s challenges alone. I offer a warm, compassionate and non-judgemental space where you can feel safe, heard and understood. With over six years’ experience supporting people affected by trauma, sexual violence, abuse, anxiety, addiction and life’s challenges, I understand how difficult it can be to take that first step. My approach is tailored to you, helping you explore your experiences, build resilience and move towards lasting healing and positive change.
Seeking therapy can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face life’s challenges alone. I offer a warm, compassionate and non-judgemental space where you can feel safe, heard and understood. With over six years’ experience supporting people affected by trauma, sexual violence, abuse, anxiety, addiction and life’s challenges, I understand how difficult it can be to take that first step. My approach is tailored to you, helping you explore your experiences, build resilience and move towards lasting healing and positive change.
I have a particular interest in working with clients who have experienced Trauma, Rape, Sexual Abuse, PTSD and Childhood Issues.
As a BACP registred qualified Counsellor. I understand that everyone is unique and no therapy is "one size fits all". With this in mind I can work with clients of all ages from 16ys upwards. I offer the Face to Face sessions from my home in Orrell. Sessions are for 1 hour Face to Face, Telephone, or Whatsapp.I am a fully qualified Counsellor/Psychtherapist and also a Trauma Informed Therapist working in HMP Prison estates (men) and I am also involved in many voluntary places. My modality is Person Centred and I also hold qualifications in Greif and beareavment ,Compassion Focus Therapy and other therapy skills CBT , Inner Child.
I have a particular interest in working with clients who have experienced Trauma, Rape, Sexual Abuse, PTSD and Childhood Issues.
As a BACP registred qualified Counsellor. I understand that everyone is unique and no therapy is "one size fits all". With this in mind I can work with clients of all ages from 16ys upwards. I offer the Face to Face sessions from my home in Orrell. Sessions are for 1 hour Face to Face, Telephone, or Whatsapp.I am a fully qualified Counsellor/Psychtherapist and also a Trauma Informed Therapist working in HMP Prison estates (men) and I am also involved in many voluntary places. My modality is Person Centred and I also hold qualifications in Greif and beareavment ,Compassion Focus Therapy and other therapy skills CBT , Inner Child.
I've also worked with adult victms of rape and sexual abuse, and victims of child abuse and domestic violence.
IFS works for anything. I've found it to be particularly useful for clients with historical trauma, including child abuse, rape, sexual abuse and domestic violence. It can genuinely bring healing. I've found Trauma - Focussed CBT to work well with PTSD and flashbacks. Person - Centred Therapy has helped bring clarity and self-acceptance.
I've also worked with adult victms of rape and sexual abuse, and victims of child abuse and domestic violence.
IFS works for anything. I've found it to be particularly useful for clients with historical trauma, including child abuse, rape, sexual abuse and domestic violence. It can genuinely bring healing. I've found Trauma - Focussed CBT to work well with PTSD and flashbacks. Person - Centred Therapy has helped bring clarity and self-acceptance.
I offer support with common concerns & MH issues through to more complex difficulties or stressors, including sexual abuse survivor recovery and CPTSD
I'm a HCPC registered Consultant Psychologist with doctoral level professional training & a Chartered & Associate Fellow of the British Psychological Society. Your therapy will always be progressed at your own pace, with assurance that I have 28 years' experience of working sensitively, confidentially and collaboratively with my clients. After initial formulation, I'll use any suitable, evidence-based approaches you prefer to help you learn new coping strategies, process important issues & emotions and work towards achieving your personal goals/recovery. Therapy can be remote or, where available & suitable, face-to-face in Cumbria
I offer support with common concerns & MH issues through to more complex difficulties or stressors, including sexual abuse survivor recovery and CPTSD
I'm a HCPC registered Consultant Psychologist with doctoral level professional training & a Chartered & Associate Fellow of the British Psychological Society. Your therapy will always be progressed at your own pace, with assurance that I have 28 years' experience of working sensitively, confidentially and collaboratively with my clients. After initial formulation, I'll use any suitable, evidence-based approaches you prefer to help you learn new coping strategies, process important issues & emotions and work towards achieving your personal goals/recovery. Therapy can be remote or, where available & suitable, face-to-face in Cumbria
Hi. My name is Ste. I’m a professional counselor, and I love my job. Are you at your wits’ end, struggling to keep your head above water, tired and fed up with feeling like something in your life isn’t right? If you are, and feel you need help, please give me a call.
Hi. My name is Ste. I’m a professional counselor, and I love my job. Are you at your wits’ end, struggling to keep your head above water, tired and fed up with feeling like something in your life isn’t right? If you are, and feel you need help, please give me a call.
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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.