Sexual Abuse Counselling in Wallasey
I work with all forms of abuse including domestic abuse, childhood sexual abuse and narcissistic abuse.
I am a trauma informed Person-Centred counsellor who can work with young people and adults. You may want a space to explore difficult challenges or a chance to reflect on some matters from the past. You may also be looking for support for your child. I also work with young people and adults with neuro-diversity. I offer a warm, accepting, safe space to explore issues and look at your individual experiences.
I work with all forms of abuse including domestic abuse, childhood sexual abuse and narcissistic abuse.
I am a trauma informed Person-Centred counsellor who can work with young people and adults. You may want a space to explore difficult challenges or a chance to reflect on some matters from the past. You may also be looking for support for your child. I also work with young people and adults with neuro-diversity. I offer a warm, accepting, safe space to explore issues and look at your individual experiences.
Gillian’s approach is extremely client focused whilst promoting integrative counselling including CBT, tailored to suit the individual needs of her clients. She offers a professional and confidential space where clients can explore and understand their experiences and the root to their problems, helping them to process difficult and strong emotions whilst assisting them to break the cycle of negative thinking and subsequent behaviors. Gillian collaboratively works with her clients to facilitate personal growth which encourages her clients to feel more positive about themselves enabling them to live a fuller and happier life.
Gillian’s approach is extremely client focused whilst promoting integrative counselling including CBT, tailored to suit the individual needs of her clients. She offers a professional and confidential space where clients can explore and understand their experiences and the root to their problems, helping them to process difficult and strong emotions whilst assisting them to break the cycle of negative thinking and subsequent behaviors. Gillian collaboratively works with her clients to facilitate personal growth which encourages her clients to feel more positive about themselves enabling them to live a fuller and happier life.
I have experience supporting people with a wide range of issues, including: anxiety, depression, relationships, gender & sexuality, stress, trauma, and feeling stuck or lost. I welcome clients from all backgrounds. I specialise in working with Gender, Sexuality, and Relationship Diversity (GSRD), supporting people who are LGBTQIA+ and/or have diverse relationship styles. I am neurodiversity-affirming, trauma-informed, sex-positive, and kink-knowledgable. None of these things are requirements for working with me, but my experience is there if you need it!
I have experience supporting people with a wide range of issues, including: anxiety, depression, relationships, gender & sexuality, stress, trauma, and feeling stuck or lost. I welcome clients from all backgrounds. I specialise in working with Gender, Sexuality, and Relationship Diversity (GSRD), supporting people who are LGBTQIA+ and/or have diverse relationship styles. I am neurodiversity-affirming, trauma-informed, sex-positive, and kink-knowledgable. None of these things are requirements for working with me, but my experience is there if you need it!
I am an honest, compassionate counsellor offering the kind of down-to-earth no-nonsense approach I would have appreciated when I attended therapy. I was a skeptical client, now turned therapist, so I have some idea of what you might be feeling.
I firmly believe that you will have been trying your best to live a good life (whatever that means for you), but we all need help and support at times. When you’re feeling anxious or depressed it can be tempting either to desperately power on through or to hide away, perhaps making matters even worse. As I learned myself, asking for help is not a weakness; it's a strength.
I am an honest, compassionate counsellor offering the kind of down-to-earth no-nonsense approach I would have appreciated when I attended therapy. I was a skeptical client, now turned therapist, so I have some idea of what you might be feeling.
I firmly believe that you will have been trying your best to live a good life (whatever that means for you), but we all need help and support at times. When you’re feeling anxious or depressed it can be tempting either to desperately power on through or to hide away, perhaps making matters even worse. As I learned myself, asking for help is not a weakness; it's a strength.
I'm fully qualified and accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT), an EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation & Reprocessing) therapist, a CBT supervisor and owner at Your Therapy with Jess. I am renowned for my warm and non-judgemental approach and my priority is getting your mental health back on track. I am an experienced NHS psychotherapist with 10 years experience delivering CBT and 7 years delivering EMDR. I offer EMDR for PTSD, and CBT for depression and anxiety disorders for clients over 17 years old (both therapies can be in person or remote). I also offer clinical supervision to trainee and qualified CBT therapists.
I'm fully qualified and accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT), an EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation & Reprocessing) therapist, a CBT supervisor and owner at Your Therapy with Jess. I am renowned for my warm and non-judgemental approach and my priority is getting your mental health back on track. I am an experienced NHS psychotherapist with 10 years experience delivering CBT and 7 years delivering EMDR. I offer EMDR for PTSD, and CBT for depression and anxiety disorders for clients over 17 years old (both therapies can be in person or remote). I also offer clinical supervision to trainee and qualified CBT therapists.
I am a qualified person centred counsellor, CBT therapist and counselling supervisor. I have in-depth experience working with: children 10+, teens and adults within various charities (Action on Addiction, British Lung Foundation, Anxiety UK, Place 2 Be, RASA (Rape Centre), Sahir House (HIV & LGBTQIA+) and the NHS.
I currently work with issues from anxiety and low mood to DV, gender and transgender mental health, sexual trauma, ptsd , self-harm, low self-esteem. I work with individuals in a safe, confidential, supportive and empathetic space.
I am a qualified person centred counsellor, CBT therapist and counselling supervisor. I have in-depth experience working with: children 10+, teens and adults within various charities (Action on Addiction, British Lung Foundation, Anxiety UK, Place 2 Be, RASA (Rape Centre), Sahir House (HIV & LGBTQIA+) and the NHS.
I currently work with issues from anxiety and low mood to DV, gender and transgender mental health, sexual trauma, ptsd , self-harm, low self-esteem. I work with individuals in a safe, confidential, supportive and empathetic space.
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CP Counselling & Wellbeing Therapies- Supervisor
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Runcorn WA7
I have experience working with adults and children recovering from Trauma, Sexual violence, Sexual abuse, Domestic violence, Bereavement, Depression, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Confidence and Self Esteem.
If your searching for a Counsellor then I understand you have reached a point in your life when you are ready to look at issues that are having an impact on you. Maybe causing you day to day difficulties and stopping you being able to live your life the way you want to. It can be a frightening process when you decide to reach out for help to look at issues that are causing emotional distress. Counselling is an approach to help you gain an understanding of the issues affecting you and work towards making positive changes in your life. You have taken the first step in seeking help simply by searching for a counsellor.
I have experience working with adults and children recovering from Trauma, Sexual violence, Sexual abuse, Domestic violence, Bereavement, Depression, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Confidence and Self Esteem.
If your searching for a Counsellor then I understand you have reached a point in your life when you are ready to look at issues that are having an impact on you. Maybe causing you day to day difficulties and stopping you being able to live your life the way you want to. It can be a frightening process when you decide to reach out for help to look at issues that are causing emotional distress. Counselling is an approach to help you gain an understanding of the issues affecting you and work towards making positive changes in your life. You have taken the first step in seeking help simply by searching for a counsellor.
I have worked as a trauma therapist in sexual assault and i am trained in EMDR and Brainspotting CBT and DBT.
I believe that the therapeutic relationship is the most important aspect of therapy. To provide a space where you feel safe, respected and never judged. I am an trained in various therapies including cbt therapy. Sometimes life throws us a curve ball and getting up everyday and doing everyday things is a struggle sometimes we need someone to walk through the dark times with us and to remind us we are not alone and things can and will get better. I am also a qualified coach and work with women that have experienced abuse. For 22 years I have also worked as a clinical supervisor.
I have worked as a trauma therapist in sexual assault and i am trained in EMDR and Brainspotting CBT and DBT.
I believe that the therapeutic relationship is the most important aspect of therapy. To provide a space where you feel safe, respected and never judged. I am an trained in various therapies including cbt therapy. Sometimes life throws us a curve ball and getting up everyday and doing everyday things is a struggle sometimes we need someone to walk through the dark times with us and to remind us we are not alone and things can and will get better. I am also a qualified coach and work with women that have experienced abuse. For 22 years I have also worked as a clinical supervisor.
Issues such as anxiety, depression, loss, low self esteem, and sexual abuse, to name but a few can make you feel lost, confused, lonely and powerless.
Seeking support is not easy, so welcome. No matter what the reason for contacting me you will be met with warmth, compassion and the space to explore your thoughts and feelings at your own pace. I practice in a non-judgemental way and my aim is to support your emotional well being and help you recognise the tools and inner strengths you have within you to live the best life you can. By exploring your thoughts and feelings it will help you make sense of them and empower you to make the right choices in moving forward.
Issues such as anxiety, depression, loss, low self esteem, and sexual abuse, to name but a few can make you feel lost, confused, lonely and powerless.
Seeking support is not easy, so welcome. No matter what the reason for contacting me you will be met with warmth, compassion and the space to explore your thoughts and feelings at your own pace. I practice in a non-judgemental way and my aim is to support your emotional well being and help you recognise the tools and inner strengths you have within you to live the best life you can. By exploring your thoughts and feelings it will help you make sense of them and empower you to make the right choices in moving forward.
My main areas of specialism are relationship and sexual issues, disordered eating, and recovery from adverse experiences, at any age, including sexual abuse.
Sometimes the difficulties you have in the present are influenced by how things have been for you in the past. How you have coped with the tough experiences, the beliefs you have developed about yourself and the world, your habitual responses. You want to improve things for yourself but you can't see a way through. Maybe you have tried other ways of getting better, maybe with some success, but the underlying problems just turn up in different ways. You are here because you know that you are not out of options. Psychotherapy has helped many people like you. And with me, you are in a safe pair of hands. EMDR is an option for you too.
My main areas of specialism are relationship and sexual issues, disordered eating, and recovery from adverse experiences, at any age, including sexual abuse.
Sometimes the difficulties you have in the present are influenced by how things have been for you in the past. How you have coped with the tough experiences, the beliefs you have developed about yourself and the world, your habitual responses. You want to improve things for yourself but you can't see a way through. Maybe you have tried other ways of getting better, maybe with some success, but the underlying problems just turn up in different ways. You are here because you know that you are not out of options. Psychotherapy has helped many people like you. And with me, you are in a safe pair of hands. EMDR is an option for you too.
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 specialise in working with trauma, including childhood abuse, domestic violence, and sexual assault, as well as anxiety, self-esteem, and neurodivergence.
You might be feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or weighed down by the past. Maybe past experiences still affect you, or you’re struggling with self-doubt, low mood, or uncertainty about the future. You want to feel more in control, build confidence, and find ways to move forward—but you’re not sure where to start. Therapy can help.
I specialise in working with trauma, including childhood abuse, domestic violence, and sexual assault, as well as anxiety, self-esteem, and neurodivergence.
You might be feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or weighed down by the past. Maybe past experiences still affect you, or you’re struggling with self-doubt, low mood, or uncertainty about the future. You want to feel more in control, build confidence, and find ways to move forward—but you’re not sure where to start. Therapy can help.
I've helped clients overcome the above issues and have had specialist training in supporting survivors of rape and childhood sexual abuse.
Some feedback from client's who have completed therapy with me. "Excellent counselling sessions. Steve helped me so much and wouldn't have got back to my old self without him." SG, Femail, 24 "I'm deeply grateful, blessed and happy for all your incredible support, help, time and guidance....words can't describe how truly thankful I am." SM. Femail, 30
I've helped clients overcome the above issues and have had specialist training in supporting survivors of rape and childhood sexual abuse.
Some feedback from client's who have completed therapy with me. "Excellent counselling sessions. Steve helped me so much and wouldn't have got back to my old self without him." SG, Femail, 24 "I'm deeply grateful, blessed and happy for all your incredible support, help, time and guidance....words can't describe how truly thankful I am." SM. Femail, 30
Areas of Experience: Anxiety and Stress Trauma Panic Attacks Bereavement and Grief ,Workplace Issues, Domestic Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Relationship Problems, Low Self-Esteem and Motivation, ADHD, Couples Therapy, Attachment issues, Depression,
I am a psychotherapist trained in the pluralistic approach, which allows me to offer flexible, personalised therapy tailored to your unique needs. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings. I’m passionate about helping clients overcome long-standing challenges and believe therapy is a unique journey for each person. Together, we’ll find the best path forward for you. In addition to traditional therapy, I offer a Yoga-CBT program to help manage anxiety. This combines CBT techniques with gentle yoga, focusing on mindfulness and body awareness to support emotional well-being.
Areas of Experience: Anxiety and Stress Trauma Panic Attacks Bereavement and Grief ,Workplace Issues, Domestic Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Relationship Problems, Low Self-Esteem and Motivation, ADHD, Couples Therapy, Attachment issues, Depression,
I am a psychotherapist trained in the pluralistic approach, which allows me to offer flexible, personalised therapy tailored to your unique needs. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings. I’m passionate about helping clients overcome long-standing challenges and believe therapy is a unique journey for each person. Together, we’ll find the best path forward for you. In addition to traditional therapy, I offer a Yoga-CBT program to help manage anxiety. This combines CBT techniques with gentle yoga, focusing on mindfulness and body awareness to support emotional well-being.
Psychosexual concerns (sexual dysfunction, low/mismatched desire, sex & ageing, compulsive sexual behaviour, pornography, sexual abuse & trauma.
I offer individual and partner therapy from my practice rooms in Bricket Wood, St. Albans as well online and telephone counselling. My aim is to provide the right therapy for your specific needs in a safe space where you can explore without judgement or prejudice. My practice is pluralistic which means I adapt our sessions to best suit you.
Psychosexual concerns (sexual dysfunction, low/mismatched desire, sex & ageing, compulsive sexual behaviour, pornography, sexual abuse & trauma.
I offer individual and partner therapy from my practice rooms in Bricket Wood, St. Albans as well online and telephone counselling. My aim is to provide the right therapy for your specific needs in a safe space where you can explore without judgement or prejudice. My practice is pluralistic which means I adapt our sessions to best suit you.
I have worked in many different environments which has provided me with the skills to support people who are struggling with Addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Low self-esteem, Sexual Abuse, Loss, Relationship, self-harm, post natal depression, suicidal ideation, and bereavement.
I am a fully qualified integrative counsellor, with my core model being person centered. I also have a level 5 qualification in cognitive behavior therapy, and I believe By being able to offer a variety of different counselling approaches it enables me to support client with their individual needs. I believe that one of the most important attributes that a counsellor can have, is the ability of providing a safe, non-judgmental environment, to allow clients to work through their problems or concerns, and that is what I strive to offer. I am also a registered member of the British Association of counselling and psychotherapy.
I have worked in many different environments which has provided me with the skills to support people who are struggling with Addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Low self-esteem, Sexual Abuse, Loss, Relationship, self-harm, post natal depression, suicidal ideation, and bereavement.
I am a fully qualified integrative counsellor, with my core model being person centered. I also have a level 5 qualification in cognitive behavior therapy, and I believe By being able to offer a variety of different counselling approaches it enables me to support client with their individual needs. I believe that one of the most important attributes that a counsellor can have, is the ability of providing a safe, non-judgmental environment, to allow clients to work through their problems or concerns, and that is what I strive to offer. I am also a registered member of the British Association of counselling and psychotherapy.
I have extensive experience working with domestic violence, depression, anxiety and sexual abuse.
Hello. I’m Carol. Welcome to my profile. Are you someone who has experienced difficult challenges that may have left you feeling “stuck”, "lost", anxious or afraid and finding it hard to cope with daily life? I am here for you to provide you with a safe, confidential space as we work together to help you gain insight, self-awareness, clarity, confidence and positive growth towards greater fulfilment. My work as a psychodynamic therapist is to help you find your way again by unravelling hidden or unconscious aspects of you. Whatever the issue we can explore this together.
I have extensive experience working with domestic violence, depression, anxiety and sexual abuse.
Hello. I’m Carol. Welcome to my profile. Are you someone who has experienced difficult challenges that may have left you feeling “stuck”, "lost", anxious or afraid and finding it hard to cope with daily life? I am here for you to provide you with a safe, confidential space as we work together to help you gain insight, self-awareness, clarity, confidence and positive growth towards greater fulfilment. My work as a psychodynamic therapist is to help you find your way again by unravelling hidden or unconscious aspects of you. Whatever the issue we can explore this together.
I've worked with a diverse range of clients for issues such as anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, self-harm, eating disorders, OCD, PTSD, sexual abuse, domestic abuse, addiction, panic attacks, stress, bereavement and relationship problems.
We all have times when we feel lost, alone or misunderstood. We want things to change but we don’t know how. Unsure of what we want we may talk to family or friends, but all they do is offer opinions. Sometimes we have no one to talk to and remain trapped in isolation unsure of own truth. This is where counselling can help.
I've worked with a diverse range of clients for issues such as anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, self-harm, eating disorders, OCD, PTSD, sexual abuse, domestic abuse, addiction, panic attacks, stress, bereavement and relationship problems.
We all have times when we feel lost, alone or misunderstood. We want things to change but we don’t know how. Unsure of what we want we may talk to family or friends, but all they do is offer opinions. Sometimes we have no one to talk to and remain trapped in isolation unsure of own truth. This is where counselling can help.
Colette Kellgren-Parker
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Liverpool L17
Waitlist for new clients
I have worked with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, grief and bereavement, trauma, clients with ADHD and autism, complex family relationships, long-term illness and sexual abuse.
Are feeling anxious and overwhelmed?
Maybe you're going through a breakup, or you're trying to understand existing complex relationships?
It could be that you’re experiencing grief, navigating trauma or trying to make sense of past events?
If you’re looking for a safe space to explore, feel understood and move towards a place of growth and acceptance, please do reach out for an introductory call.
Having had my own experiences of counselling when I most needed help and support, I can genuinely say that therapy works and finding the right therapist can facilitate healing, growth and self-acceptance.
I have worked with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, grief and bereavement, trauma, clients with ADHD and autism, complex family relationships, long-term illness and sexual abuse.
Are feeling anxious and overwhelmed?
Maybe you're going through a breakup, or you're trying to understand existing complex relationships?
It could be that you’re experiencing grief, navigating trauma or trying to make sense of past events?
If you’re looking for a safe space to explore, feel understood and move towards a place of growth and acceptance, please do reach out for an introductory call.
Having had my own experiences of counselling when I most needed help and support, I can genuinely say that therapy works and finding the right therapist can facilitate healing, growth and self-acceptance.
Presentations that I work with include: Dissociative identity disorders (DID), Trauma, Post traumatic stress and disorder (PTS/D), Complex post traumatic stress disorder (CPTSD), Adverse childhood experiences (ACE's),Domestic violence/abuse, Generational trauma, Brainwashing, Sex workers, sexual abuse/rape, Satanic/Ritualistic abuse, Religious trauma.
The modality that I use is person-centred and experiential however I draw from a broad range of theoretical perspectives to work in an integrative way. I work in a sex and body positive way, this includes working with those who work in the sex industry. The majority of my working life has been working with individuals who have experienced personal and vicarious trauma or those who live or work in a chaotic and traumatic environment. When working with dissociative identity disorder as a presentation double length sessions (100 minutes) are available. SCID-D assessments, diagnosis and treatments plans offered.
Presentations that I work with include: Dissociative identity disorders (DID), Trauma, Post traumatic stress and disorder (PTS/D), Complex post traumatic stress disorder (CPTSD), Adverse childhood experiences (ACE's),Domestic violence/abuse, Generational trauma, Brainwashing, Sex workers, sexual abuse/rape, Satanic/Ritualistic abuse, Religious trauma.
The modality that I use is person-centred and experiential however I draw from a broad range of theoretical perspectives to work in an integrative way. I work in a sex and body positive way, this includes working with those who work in the sex industry. The majority of my working life has been working with individuals who have experienced personal and vicarious trauma or those who live or work in a chaotic and traumatic environment. When working with dissociative identity disorder as a presentation double length sessions (100 minutes) are available. SCID-D assessments, diagnosis and treatments plans offered.
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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.