Domestic Abuse Counselling in Whitley Bay
I specialise in supporting clients with unresolved childhood trauma, abuse and all types of relationship difficulties, , I also work with addiction, anxiety, stress, low self esteem and low mood.
I am a fully qualified experienced BACP registered counsellor. I have had extensive experience working with childhood trauma, abuse and relationship issues. I use an integrative style of counselling meaning I can tailor my approach to suit each person. I work creatively which can help people who find it difficult to express how they feel
I specialise in supporting clients with unresolved childhood trauma, abuse and all types of relationship difficulties, , I also work with addiction, anxiety, stress, low self esteem and low mood.
I am a fully qualified experienced BACP registered counsellor. I have had extensive experience working with childhood trauma, abuse and relationship issues. I use an integrative style of counselling meaning I can tailor my approach to suit each person. I work creatively which can help people who find it difficult to express how they feel
I specialize in helping women recover from the profound identity crisis, severe anxiety, and crushing low self-esteem caused by narcissistic abuse and coercive control.
Whether you are facing the breakdown of a long-term marriage, high-conflict family issues, or the hidden trauma of gaslighting, I provide a grounded, confidential space. Together, we will work to unpack the emotional fallout, manage the anxiety and depression, dismantle the self-doubt, and help you find your way safely back to yourself.
I specialize in helping women recover from the profound identity crisis, severe anxiety, and crushing low self-esteem caused by narcissistic abuse and coercive control.
Whether you are facing the breakdown of a long-term marriage, high-conflict family issues, or the hidden trauma of gaslighting, I provide a grounded, confidential space. Together, we will work to unpack the emotional fallout, manage the anxiety and depression, dismantle the self-doubt, and help you find your way safely back to yourself.
If small things send you spiralling, you feel disconnected from yourself, or you've been carrying something heavy for as long as you can remember — these are experiences I work with often. I'm Dr Larissa Johnson, a Forensic Psychologist specialising in trauma, complex PTSD, and personality difficulties. I work with adults who carry the weight of difficult histories.
Maybe you're reliving painful memories, caught in cycles of shame or self-criticism, or feel that your emotions are too much. Maybe you've been told your difficulties are "complex" without ever feeling truly understood. If this resonates, I'd love to hear from you.
If small things send you spiralling, you feel disconnected from yourself, or you've been carrying something heavy for as long as you can remember — these are experiences I work with often. I'm Dr Larissa Johnson, a Forensic Psychologist specialising in trauma, complex PTSD, and personality difficulties. I work with adults who carry the weight of difficult histories.
Maybe you're reliving painful memories, caught in cycles of shame or self-criticism, or feel that your emotions are too much. Maybe you've been told your difficulties are "complex" without ever feeling truly understood. If this resonates, I'd love to hear from you.
Hello, I’m Ben. Before becoming a therapist, I had a number of life experiences including serving in the Army and managing charity and mental health services. I work with people who may be struggling with anxiety, low mood, trauma, relationships, life transitions or simply feeling stuck and unsure of how to move forward. My aim is to offer a safe, compassionate and non-judgmental space where you can explore what is happening in your life, develop a deeper understanding of yourself and, at your own pace, begin to make meaningful changes.
Hello, I’m Ben. Before becoming a therapist, I had a number of life experiences including serving in the Army and managing charity and mental health services. I work with people who may be struggling with anxiety, low mood, trauma, relationships, life transitions or simply feeling stuck and unsure of how to move forward. My aim is to offer a safe, compassionate and non-judgmental space where you can explore what is happening in your life, develop a deeper understanding of yourself and, at your own pace, begin to make meaningful changes.
For many, they trace back to emotional abuse, or to growing up neurodivergent in a world not built for how your mind works.
I work with adults facing emotional abuse, neurodivergent trauma, and grief and loss. People often come to me feeling stuck, less-than, and struggling to make sense of their world.
Alongside my training, I bring lived experience of neurodivergence and complex family dynamics, helping me understand how experience shapes our thoughts, feelings, and actions.
For many, they trace back to emotional abuse, or to growing up neurodivergent in a world not built for how your mind works.
I work with adults facing emotional abuse, neurodivergent trauma, and grief and loss. People often come to me feeling stuck, less-than, and struggling to make sense of their world.
Alongside my training, I bring lived experience of neurodivergence and complex family dynamics, helping me understand how experience shapes our thoughts, feelings, and actions.
I'm a BACP Accredited Integrative counsellor, psychotherapist, supervisor and EMDR practitioner, with over 14 years experience.
Sometimes life can be difficult, making sense of distressing thoughts and feelings, and recovering from painful life events is hard.
I will provide a safe, confidential space for you, underpinned by a supportive and empathic therapeutic relationship where we can work together on your difficulties. I always try my best to empower and educate during the counselling process, so that you leave with enough knowledge and self esteem to be able to cope more effectively.
I'm a BACP Accredited Integrative counsellor, psychotherapist, supervisor and EMDR practitioner, with over 14 years experience.
Sometimes life can be difficult, making sense of distressing thoughts and feelings, and recovering from painful life events is hard.
I will provide a safe, confidential space for you, underpinned by a supportive and empathic therapeutic relationship where we can work together on your difficulties. I always try my best to empower and educate during the counselling process, so that you leave with enough knowledge and self esteem to be able to cope more effectively.
I am a Consultant Nurse currently on a career break, an accredited EMDR consultant and clinical supervisor. I specialise in working with co-morbid physical and mental health problems, although I work with people with everything from mild anxiety to complex trauma. I also have training in DBT, NLP, Hypnosis and am an accredited EFT practitioner. I believe that the mind and body are closely connected and one has to heal using the body and the mind to get the best benefit.
I am a Consultant Nurse currently on a career break, an accredited EMDR consultant and clinical supervisor. I specialise in working with co-morbid physical and mental health problems, although I work with people with everything from mild anxiety to complex trauma. I also have training in DBT, NLP, Hypnosis and am an accredited EFT practitioner. I believe that the mind and body are closely connected and one has to heal using the body and the mind to get the best benefit.
I am a professionally qualified psychotherapist, supervisor and trainer. Establishing in private practice in 2013, with private practices in Gosforth and Monkseaton. My knowledge and skills have developed through my psychotherapeutic work in private practice, I will share this knowledge with you where it would be helpful, to enable you to develop tools to use in everyday life beyond therapy. I’m particularly proud of my track record over the last nearly 10 years as a Psychotherapist & in practice, I consider myself friendly and warming, my passion, innovative ideas and solutions particularly around psycho-education with and adults.
I am a professionally qualified psychotherapist, supervisor and trainer. Establishing in private practice in 2013, with private practices in Gosforth and Monkseaton. My knowledge and skills have developed through my psychotherapeutic work in private practice, I will share this knowledge with you where it would be helpful, to enable you to develop tools to use in everyday life beyond therapy. I’m particularly proud of my track record over the last nearly 10 years as a Psychotherapist & in practice, I consider myself friendly and warming, my passion, innovative ideas and solutions particularly around psycho-education with and adults.
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We offer Counselling & Psychotherapy for adults, couples, children and young people. with private clinics in Gosforth and Monkseaton.
As well as therapy we also offer therapeutic parenting programs, dramatherapy, work with schools, businesses as well and training in and around the North East.
Experienced & friendly professionals. BOOK a FREE consultation ONLINE 24 hours a day at a time that’s convenient for yourself simply by clicking on our website.
We offer Counselling & Psychotherapy for adults, couples, children and young people. with private clinics in Gosforth and Monkseaton.
As well as therapy we also offer therapeutic parenting programs, dramatherapy, work with schools, businesses as well and training in and around the North East.
Would you like to learn more about yourself and explore what you need to live a life where you can truly be you? Is the pressure of meeting everyone else’s expectations weighing you down? Would you like to find ways of managing anxiety or make sense of difficult experiences?
Maybe you have experienced grief and loss after bereavement, a life transition or life loss? Perhaps you have experienced a relationship breakdown and would like some support?
Maybe you would like to learn more about coping with overwhelming feelings or work on self-worth, setting boundaries and moving forwards embracing change.
Would you like to learn more about yourself and explore what you need to live a life where you can truly be you? Is the pressure of meeting everyone else’s expectations weighing you down? Would you like to find ways of managing anxiety or make sense of difficult experiences?
Maybe you have experienced grief and loss after bereavement, a life transition or life loss? Perhaps you have experienced a relationship breakdown and would like some support?
Maybe you would like to learn more about coping with overwhelming feelings or work on self-worth, setting boundaries and moving forwards embracing change.
I’m an integrative counsellor based in the Whitley Bay and North Shields area. With over 10 years’ experience working as a registered nurse across a variety of healthcare settings and supporting vulnerable people, this experience continues to inform my compassionate, calm and empathetic approach to counselling.
My therapy space offers a welcoming environment where I provide person-centred therapy tailored to your individual needs, drawing on a range of evidence-based therapeutic approaches. Together, we can explore what feels most helpful for you, ensuring that you feel heard, understood and supported.
I’m an integrative counsellor based in the Whitley Bay and North Shields area. With over 10 years’ experience working as a registered nurse across a variety of healthcare settings and supporting vulnerable people, this experience continues to inform my compassionate, calm and empathetic approach to counselling.
My therapy space offers a welcoming environment where I provide person-centred therapy tailored to your individual needs, drawing on a range of evidence-based therapeutic approaches. Together, we can explore what feels most helpful for you, ensuring that you feel heard, understood and supported.
Victoria is a Consultant Clinical Psychologist with over 20 year’s experience in the NHS and private sector. She has a special interest in supporting adults with emotional difficulties that they may face around their physical health conditions. She has has extensive experience of working with anxiety, low mood, adjustment and relationship issues. She also has a special interest in trauma and uses EMDR to formulate and work with adults who have experienced complex or single event traumas.
Victoria is a Consultant Clinical Psychologist with over 20 year’s experience in the NHS and private sector. She has a special interest in supporting adults with emotional difficulties that they may face around their physical health conditions. She has has extensive experience of working with anxiety, low mood, adjustment and relationship issues. She also has a special interest in trauma and uses EMDR to formulate and work with adults who have experienced complex or single event traumas.
I'm Jo, a Consultant Clinical Psychologist, CAT Practitioner and Supervisor. Lots of people struggle with their mental health at times and feel like they're not enough. Maybe you have a hard time liking yourself, find it hard to get your voice heard and feel like giving up trying or feel like it's only you struggling? We all have lots of messy feelings and I help people make sense of these. I love working alongside people to develop an understanding of what's gone on and how to make changes. I am experienced in been working with people with worry, mood, difficult relationship patterns, trauma and the effects these have on a person.
I'm Jo, a Consultant Clinical Psychologist, CAT Practitioner and Supervisor. Lots of people struggle with their mental health at times and feel like they're not enough. Maybe you have a hard time liking yourself, find it hard to get your voice heard and feel like giving up trying or feel like it's only you struggling? We all have lots of messy feelings and I help people make sense of these. I love working alongside people to develop an understanding of what's gone on and how to make changes. I am experienced in been working with people with worry, mood, difficult relationship patterns, trauma and the effects these have on a person.
Hi, I’m Andrea,
I am dedicated to personalising my therapeutic approach to suit your individual needs. In our sessions, I create a nurturing environment where you can openly explore your feelings without fear of judgment.
I recognise that life presents each of us with unique challenges, and it can feel challenging to share your experiences.
Taking the courageous step to seek help is a significant accomplishment, and you've already made great progress!
I provide a safe and confidential space for you to express your concerns and receive the empathy and support you truly deserve.
Hi, I’m Andrea,
I am dedicated to personalising my therapeutic approach to suit your individual needs. In our sessions, I create a nurturing environment where you can openly explore your feelings without fear of judgment.
I recognise that life presents each of us with unique challenges, and it can feel challenging to share your experiences.
Taking the courageous step to seek help is a significant accomplishment, and you've already made great progress!
I provide a safe and confidential space for you to express your concerns and receive the empathy and support you truly deserve.
I offer a safe and non-judgemental enviroment where I help people solve the problems that they are dealing with. I want my clients to walk away from our time together with the tools to maintain the changes they have worked for and a new found or rediscovered confidence in themselves and life. My therapy is practical, straight forward and it works. Cognitive behaviour therapy was designed for anxiety related issues from panic to OCD. It is perfect for depression or anger issues. As a qualified hypnotherapist I also teach relaxation and mindfillness meditation to those who want that extra dimension to their therapy.
I offer a safe and non-judgemental enviroment where I help people solve the problems that they are dealing with. I want my clients to walk away from our time together with the tools to maintain the changes they have worked for and a new found or rediscovered confidence in themselves and life. My therapy is practical, straight forward and it works. Cognitive behaviour therapy was designed for anxiety related issues from panic to OCD. It is perfect for depression or anger issues. As a qualified hypnotherapist I also teach relaxation and mindfillness meditation to those who want that extra dimension to their therapy.
Some are processing past abuse or loss, while others feel stuck or disconnected and want to understand themselves better.
I’m a Senior Psychotherapist and retired Mental Health Nurse with over 40 years’ experience. I offer individual and couples therapy in person, online, by phone, or outdoors. I specialise in trauma, PTSD, abuse, depression and emotional regulation, and tailor each session to your unique needs.
Some are processing past abuse or loss, while others feel stuck or disconnected and want to understand themselves better.
I’m a Senior Psychotherapist and retired Mental Health Nurse with over 40 years’ experience. I offer individual and couples therapy in person, online, by phone, or outdoors. I specialise in trauma, PTSD, abuse, depression and emotional regulation, and tailor each session to your unique needs.
I specialise in working with anxiety, anger, abuse, ADHD, autism, grief, family relationships and others.
Are you looking for support for yourself or your child? I am here to help.
I am here to help. My name is Lucia and I work with clients of all ages.
I understand that being able to name the issue or the goal can be challenging. We often don’t know how we feel and this is even more true for children who are learning to navigate their own wellbeing and the world around them. That is why I work with clients’ needs, even unspoken ones, using various techniques from talking to creative approaches, which can help us understand ourselves and overcome challenges whilst building resilience and confidence.
I specialise in working with anxiety, anger, abuse, ADHD, autism, grief, family relationships and others.
Are you looking for support for yourself or your child? I am here to help.
I am here to help. My name is Lucia and I work with clients of all ages.
I understand that being able to name the issue or the goal can be challenging. We often don’t know how we feel and this is even more true for children who are learning to navigate their own wellbeing and the world around them. That is why I work with clients’ needs, even unspoken ones, using various techniques from talking to creative approaches, which can help us understand ourselves and overcome challenges whilst building resilience and confidence.
When you're going through a challenging time, working with someone who has supported others in similar situations is a great way to move forward. I can support you to take some time out of the same old experiences, to invest in yourself so you can be happier and enjoy what life has to offer. It's possible to work with me one to one or in your couple+.
When you're going through a challenging time, working with someone who has supported others in similar situations is a great way to move forward. I can support you to take some time out of the same old experiences, to invest in yourself so you can be happier and enjoy what life has to offer. It's possible to work with me one to one or in your couple+.
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I am a BACP & ACC registered counsellor working with clients who are experiencing struggles in their personal lives and with relationships. I work in an integrative way using several modalities depending on my clients needs. I am currently doing the Gottman Institute Level 1 & 2 training for couples therapy and use their in-depth assessment and methods to assist couples to repair breakdowns, and achieve the desired outcomes for their relationship. I am trained in Christian Counselling and also offer Christian Principle based counselling to Christians seeking counselling for both psychological and spiritual issues.
I am a BACP & ACC registered counsellor working with clients who are experiencing struggles in their personal lives and with relationships. I work in an integrative way using several modalities depending on my clients needs. I am currently doing the Gottman Institute Level 1 & 2 training for couples therapy and use their in-depth assessment and methods to assist couples to repair breakdowns, and achieve the desired outcomes for their relationship. I am trained in Christian Counselling and also offer Christian Principle based counselling to Christians seeking counselling for both psychological and spiritual issues.
In private practice I have worked with adult survivors of childhood abuse, sexual abuse, domestic violence, sudden death, accidents and suicide of loved ones.
I have worked therapeutically with individuals for over 30 years.
My passion is working with trauma including complex trauma. I utilise EMDR, Rewind and Unblocking Techniques to help clients 'take the charge out' of past events that impact on today. I also use CBT techniques and Psychoeducational work as and when required to help the therapeutic journey.
In private practice I have worked with adult survivors of childhood abuse, sexual abuse, domestic violence, sudden death, accidents and suicide of loved ones.
I have worked therapeutically with individuals for over 30 years.
My passion is working with trauma including complex trauma. I utilise EMDR, Rewind and Unblocking Techniques to help clients 'take the charge out' of past events that impact on today. I also use CBT techniques and Psychoeducational work as and when required to help the therapeutic journey.
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Domestic Abuse Counsellors
What are the most effective ways to recover from domestic abuse?
Leaving an abusive relationship requires tremendous courage, so survivors in treatment should recognise that they have already completed the most important step. Still, the trauma of physical or emotional abuse can be difficult to process and overcome. Therapy can help survivors process trauma, grief, and difficult emotions, treat relevant mental health symptoms, and create a new framework for boundaries and relationships in the future. For some, support groups can also be an invaluable outlet for healing.
When should an individual seek help for domestic abuse?
Victims of intimate partner violence should seek help immediately. It can take substantial time, planning, energy, and courage to leave an abusive relationship, but starting the process—by seeking therapy, calling the domestic violence hotline, or simply confiding in a loved one—will help them get there. Those who have left abusive relationships but haven’t sought treatment can also greatly benefit from therapy to process and heal from the experience.
What are the consequences of staying in an abusive relationship?
Remaining in an abusive relationship has serious repercussions. In addition to the ongoing threat of physical danger and emotional abuse, research shows that intimate partner violence is associated with a range of mental health disorders including depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and substance abuse. Therefore it’s important for individuals in an abusive relationship to seek help as soon as possible.
How can you get domestic abuse treatment for someone else?
It can be very complicated to identify and leave an abusive relationship; barriers include the threat of violence, financial instability, and family pressures. Those concerned about a loved one in an abusive relationship should talk to them about the situation, provide them with resources such as the domestic violence hotline, and introduce the idea of seeing a therapist due to their concern for the person’s safety and well-being.