Sexual Abuse Counselling in Ballyclare
My counselling and supervision speciality lies in providing supportive, reflective, and growth-oriented spaces for both clients and fellow practitioners. In my counselling work, I use evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), person-centred therapy, and mindfulness techniques.
As a supervisor, I am passionate about fostering professional development and ethical practice. I offer supervision that is collaborative and tailored to each supervisee’s needs, whether you are newly qualified or an experienced therapist.
My counselling and supervision speciality lies in providing supportive, reflective, and growth-oriented spaces for both clients and fellow practitioners. In my counselling work, I use evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), person-centred therapy, and mindfulness techniques.
As a supervisor, I am passionate about fostering professional development and ethical practice. I offer supervision that is collaborative and tailored to each supervisee’s needs, whether you are newly qualified or an experienced therapist.
Hello and welcome to my profile. You may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, you may have hit a difficult phase in your life because of a past trauma, or maybe you would just like someone to talk to. At some point in our lives, we all struggle with our feelings, which can be especially difficult to cope with or even to understand. I offer a private, comfortable and relaxed environment where you can have a regular time and safe place to talk through your challenges and learn new ways of coping, which can enable you to work through the feelings that are troubling you.
Hello and welcome to my profile. You may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, you may have hit a difficult phase in your life because of a past trauma, or maybe you would just like someone to talk to. At some point in our lives, we all struggle with our feelings, which can be especially difficult to cope with or even to understand. I offer a private, comfortable and relaxed environment where you can have a regular time and safe place to talk through your challenges and learn new ways of coping, which can enable you to work through the feelings that are troubling you.
Christine believes that healing happens in the context of safe, supportive relationships, and that even in the midst of deep struggle, there is always hope. She considers it a genuine privilege to walk alongside clients as they navigate difficult seasons in their lives.
Christine works with individuals experiencing a range of challenges, including self-harm, anxiety, depression, emotional regulation difficulties, and the impact of past or ongoing trauma. She offers a compassionate, non‑judgemental space where clients can feel heard, understood, and empowered to make sense of their experiences at their own pace.
Christine believes that healing happens in the context of safe, supportive relationships, and that even in the midst of deep struggle, there is always hope. She considers it a genuine privilege to walk alongside clients as they navigate difficult seasons in their lives.
Christine works with individuals experiencing a range of challenges, including self-harm, anxiety, depression, emotional regulation difficulties, and the impact of past or ongoing trauma. She offers a compassionate, non‑judgemental space where clients can feel heard, understood, and empowered to make sense of their experiences at their own pace.
I offer a very private, comfortable and relaxed space, where you can have a safe place to talk through your challenges and learn new coping strategies, which can enable you to work through the feelings that are troubling you. This can help to deal with specific problems, cope with a crisis or bereavement, improve your relationships, reduce confusion, or develop better ways of living. My role is to listen, support and help you understand your feelings and behaviour better. whatever difficulties you are facing.
I offer a very private, comfortable and relaxed space, where you can have a safe place to talk through your challenges and learn new coping strategies, which can enable you to work through the feelings that are troubling you. This can help to deal with specific problems, cope with a crisis or bereavement, improve your relationships, reduce confusion, or develop better ways of living. My role is to listen, support and help you understand your feelings and behaviour better. whatever difficulties you are facing.
Hi, my name is Ruth, an Art Psychotherapist/ CYP counsellor. I work with children, young people and adults. I have worked in suicide prevention and self-harm as well as working in primary and post-primary schools alongside my private practice. I tailor the therapy to suit the needs of individual clients.
Hi, my name is Ruth, an Art Psychotherapist/ CYP counsellor. I work with children, young people and adults. I have worked in suicide prevention and self-harm as well as working in primary and post-primary schools alongside my private practice. I tailor the therapy to suit the needs of individual clients.
Hello, I’m John. I specialize in helping adults and couples navigate the chaos of Anxiety, ADHD, and Trauma. Having navigated the complexities of neurodiversity myself, I know that you don't just need to be heard—you need to be understood by someone who 'gets' how your brain works.
Hello, I’m John. I specialize in helping adults and couples navigate the chaos of Anxiety, ADHD, and Trauma. Having navigated the complexities of neurodiversity myself, I know that you don't just need to be heard—you need to be understood by someone who 'gets' how your brain works.
I’m a qualified Integrative Psychotherapist, Clinical Supervisor, and accredited Menopause Coach. As a registered member of the BACP and an accredited member of the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society, I offer a safe, confidential, and supportive space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and life challenges without fear of judgment. Life can be difficult, and seeking help is a sign of strength. My integrative approach is tailored to your individual needs, helping you increase self-awareness, develop coping strategies, and move forward with greater clarity, resilience, and confidence.
I’m a qualified Integrative Psychotherapist, Clinical Supervisor, and accredited Menopause Coach. As a registered member of the BACP and an accredited member of the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society, I offer a safe, confidential, and supportive space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and life challenges without fear of judgment. Life can be difficult, and seeking help is a sign of strength. My integrative approach is tailored to your individual needs, helping you increase self-awareness, develop coping strategies, and move forward with greater clarity, resilience, and confidence.
I’m a trauma-trained therapist & supervisor, offering relational, body-based therapy for adults, children & young people. I integrate Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy to support healing from trauma, addictions, anxiety, emotional overwhelm, burn-out and the quieter struggles that often go unseen.
I’m also neurodivergent and work with many clients who feel “different” or exhausted by systems not built for them.
Therapy with me is mindful, respectful, and led by your pace. Every part of you is welcome here.
I’m a trauma-trained therapist & supervisor, offering relational, body-based therapy for adults, children & young people. I integrate Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy to support healing from trauma, addictions, anxiety, emotional overwhelm, burn-out and the quieter struggles that often go unseen.
I’m also neurodivergent and work with many clients who feel “different” or exhausted by systems not built for them.
Therapy with me is mindful, respectful, and led by your pace. Every part of you is welcome here.
Hello and welcome to my profile. I am a qualified integrative counsellor providing a counselling service in the Mid-Ulster area. I have my own private facility which means I can offer a warm, safe, confidential environment where you can explore issues that are impacting on your life. my work is suited to your needs as therapy is individual to you, and what works best for you as an individual. Ensuring the best possible outcome. I can help you gain a better understanding of your feelings and thought processes, and find your own solutions to problems. I will listen and support you without judging or critizing.
Hello and welcome to my profile. I am a qualified integrative counsellor providing a counselling service in the Mid-Ulster area. I have my own private facility which means I can offer a warm, safe, confidential environment where you can explore issues that are impacting on your life. my work is suited to your needs as therapy is individual to you, and what works best for you as an individual. Ensuring the best possible outcome. I can help you gain a better understanding of your feelings and thought processes, and find your own solutions to problems. I will listen and support you without judging or critizing.
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I help people heal from childhood sexual abuse, domestic or sexual abuse, and harmful relationships.
You might be stuck in the same painful patterns or relationships, feeling drained, doubting yourself, or carrying pain from childhood or past abuse. Maybe you always put others first or struggle to trust. You want to feel safe, set boundaries, rebuild confidence, and finally take back control of your life and relationships.
I help people heal from childhood sexual abuse, domestic or sexual abuse, and harmful relationships.
You might be stuck in the same painful patterns or relationships, feeling drained, doubting yourself, or carrying pain from childhood or past abuse. Maybe you always put others first or struggle to trust. You want to feel safe, set boundaries, rebuild confidence, and finally take back control of your life and relationships.
My specialist area of interest is trauma with a focus on sexual violence and childhood sexual abuse.
I understand that counselling is a difficult process and I am happy to talk through any needs you might have. I can offer face to face sessions in the Craigavon area or online/phone counselling/supervision if this is preferred.
My specialist area of interest is trauma with a focus on sexual violence and childhood sexual abuse.
I understand that counselling is a difficult process and I am happy to talk through any needs you might have. I can offer face to face sessions in the Craigavon area or online/phone counselling/supervision if this is preferred.
If you are interested in counselling feel free to contact me for a free 20 min consultation. I am a Chartered Psychologist with The Psychological Society of Ireland. I am also accredited with the BACP. I have 30 years experience of counselling in a wide range of settings including the statutory, voluntary & private sector. My experience includes: 5 years specialising within the mental health field including acute psychiatry and community mental health, 6 years specialising in counselling survivors of abuse including clerical abuse, 5 years specialising in University counselling and 3 years specialising in post primary counselling.
If you are interested in counselling feel free to contact me for a free 20 min consultation. I am a Chartered Psychologist with The Psychological Society of Ireland. I am also accredited with the BACP. I have 30 years experience of counselling in a wide range of settings including the statutory, voluntary & private sector. My experience includes: 5 years specialising within the mental health field including acute psychiatry and community mental health, 6 years specialising in counselling survivors of abuse including clerical abuse, 5 years specialising in University counselling and 3 years specialising in post primary counselling.
I work with clients who are experiencing symptoms of trauma, PTSD, bereavement and the impact of child sexual abuse.
Hello, are you struggling with anxiety, low mood, feeling stressed, difficult relationships, loss, trauma, life changes or simply a sense that something needs to change? Perhaps you feel stuck, overwhelmed or disconnected from yourself and don’t know how to move forward? I offer a safe, respectful and collaborative space to explore what is happening for you now and how you would prefer to be.
As we grow up, there can be many positive influences that help us to develop and shine. There can also be events that have an impact on us and sometimes we need some help to process, learn and grow from life's more challenging experiences.
I work with clients who are experiencing symptoms of trauma, PTSD, bereavement and the impact of child sexual abuse.
Hello, are you struggling with anxiety, low mood, feeling stressed, difficult relationships, loss, trauma, life changes or simply a sense that something needs to change? Perhaps you feel stuck, overwhelmed or disconnected from yourself and don’t know how to move forward? I offer a safe, respectful and collaborative space to explore what is happening for you now and how you would prefer to be.
As we grow up, there can be many positive influences that help us to develop and shine. There can also be events that have an impact on us and sometimes we need some help to process, learn and grow from life's more challenging experiences.
I am an experienced psychosexual and relationship therapist, supervisor, and lecturer with a specialist interest in the emotional, relational, and cultural contexts that shape intimacy, desire, identity, and power. I work with individuals and couples who are struggling with sexual difficulties, relationship rupture, compulsive or conflicted sexual behaviours, trauma, shame, and questions of consent, agency, and safety.
I pay close attention not only to what is happening in the present, but to how past experiences, social power structures, and unspoken relational patterns continue to influence you.
I am an experienced psychosexual and relationship therapist, supervisor, and lecturer with a specialist interest in the emotional, relational, and cultural contexts that shape intimacy, desire, identity, and power. I work with individuals and couples who are struggling with sexual difficulties, relationship rupture, compulsive or conflicted sexual behaviours, trauma, shame, and questions of consent, agency, and safety.
I pay close attention not only to what is happening in the present, but to how past experiences, social power structures, and unspoken relational patterns continue to influence you.
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.
I offer emotional support to people from age 11 up through the generations who are struggling with the aftermath of trauma, loss, relationship and a range of mental health issues. I offer person centred counselling and am qualified to integrate CBT skills when desirable and appropriate. The goal for clients is generally to gain insight and support when changing unhelpful thinking and ultimately Behavioural patterns. I offer a safe and non judgemental space for my clients to talk in confidence.
I offer emotional support to people from age 11 up through the generations who are struggling with the aftermath of trauma, loss, relationship and a range of mental health issues. I offer person centred counselling and am qualified to integrate CBT skills when desirable and appropriate. The goal for clients is generally to gain insight and support when changing unhelpful thinking and ultimately Behavioural patterns. I offer a safe and non judgemental space for my clients to talk in confidence.
I have over 27 years counselling experience. I am a BACP Accredited Counsellor and an ACC Registered Counsellor. I have been practising as a counsellor since 1995. I have my own practice based in Lisburn and offer both short and long term counselling to individual clients. I have experience working in the Community/Voluntary sector, with the Health & Social Care Trust (EAP sector) and in Private Practice. Spending time in counselling can help you better understand who you are and what you would like out of life. It can also help you build better relationships, work through past losses and trauma, and set goals for the future.
I have over 27 years counselling experience. I am a BACP Accredited Counsellor and an ACC Registered Counsellor. I have been practising as a counsellor since 1995. I have my own practice based in Lisburn and offer both short and long term counselling to individual clients. I have experience working in the Community/Voluntary sector, with the Health & Social Care Trust (EAP sector) and in Private Practice. Spending time in counselling can help you better understand who you are and what you would like out of life. It can also help you build better relationships, work through past losses and trauma, and set goals for the future.
I am a BACP accredited therapist, BA (1:1), MA (1:1), MA (1:1) with 9 years' experience. My specialism is in trauma-focused therapy. This is a very specific model of working that requires care and competence. I aim to help you feel relaxed, safe, and assured that your issues will be treated with respect, gentleness and professionalism. I offer evidence-based interventions to suit your presentation and preference. At its best, therapy is focused and productive without being overwhelming or coercive. I offer post-cult and spiritual abuse counselling. My recent EMDR and psychosexual trainings are also incorporated into my practice.
I am a BACP accredited therapist, BA (1:1), MA (1:1), MA (1:1) with 9 years' experience. My specialism is in trauma-focused therapy. This is a very specific model of working that requires care and competence. I aim to help you feel relaxed, safe, and assured that your issues will be treated with respect, gentleness and professionalism. I offer evidence-based interventions to suit your presentation and preference. At its best, therapy is focused and productive without being overwhelming or coercive. I offer post-cult and spiritual abuse counselling. My recent EMDR and psychosexual trainings are also incorporated into my practice.
When life feels overwhelming, confusing or heavy, you don’t have to face it alone.
I’m Gayle, a BACP Accredited Integrative Counsellor and Supervisor. I offer a calm, confidential space where you can slow down, feel understood, and make sense of what’s happening inside you.
My approach is trauma‑informed and relational. I pay close attention to how your past experiences — including stress, loss and attachment wounds — shape the way you think, feel and cope today. Together, we explore these patterns with compassion and curiosity, at a pace that feels safe for you.
When life feels overwhelming, confusing or heavy, you don’t have to face it alone.
I’m Gayle, a BACP Accredited Integrative Counsellor and Supervisor. I offer a calm, confidential space where you can slow down, feel understood, and make sense of what’s happening inside you.
My approach is trauma‑informed and relational. I pay close attention to how your past experiences — including stress, loss and attachment wounds — shape the way you think, feel and cope today. Together, we explore these patterns with compassion and curiosity, at a pace that feels safe for you.
Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, bereavement and loss? Or are you struggling with marital issues, midlife crisis, health, relationships, communication problems etc.
Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, bereavement and loss? Or are you struggling with marital issues, midlife crisis, health, relationships, communication problems etc.
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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.