Trauma and PTSD Counselling in Belfast
Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck? I’m a fully qualified psychotherapist with over 15 years’ experience supporting people through life’s toughest challenges. In a warm, safe, and non-judgmental space, we explore what matters to you, uncover strengths you didn’t know you had, and work together to turn stress, worry, and uncertainty into clarity, confidence, and real progress. Every session is focused on your journey, your pace, and your growth, helping you reconnect with yourself and move forward with balance, purpose, and renewed energy.
Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck? I’m a fully qualified psychotherapist with over 15 years’ experience supporting people through life’s toughest challenges. In a warm, safe, and non-judgmental space, we explore what matters to you, uncover strengths you didn’t know you had, and work together to turn stress, worry, and uncertainty into clarity, confidence, and real progress. Every session is focused on your journey, your pace, and your growth, helping you reconnect with yourself and move forward with balance, purpose, and renewed energy.
Whether it's anxiety, depression or maybe you have been exposed to a trauma, you are suffering in some way with your mental health.
please check out my website for details on the therapies that i provide and get in touch via email if you have any questions or would like to arrange a short consultation.
Whether it's anxiety, depression or maybe you have been exposed to a trauma, you are suffering in some way with your mental health.
please check out my website for details on the therapies that i provide and get in touch via email if you have any questions or would like to arrange a short consultation.
I am an EMDR-trained, trauma-responsive Relational therapist.
Our focus will be on building a strong and supportive therapeutic relationship so that you can explore and know yourself more fully, including who you are and want to be in relationship to others. We will work together to identify the relational roots of your strengths as well the roots of what troubles you so that we can untangle and tend towards growth.
I am an EMDR-trained, trauma-responsive Relational therapist.
Our focus will be on building a strong and supportive therapeutic relationship so that you can explore and know yourself more fully, including who you are and want to be in relationship to others. We will work together to identify the relational roots of your strengths as well the roots of what troubles you so that we can untangle and tend towards growth.
I am experienced in working alongside people who are transforming the way they experience themselves and navigate life, by working through the impacts of complex trauma and adversity.
I am a Clinical and Community Psychologist with 20 years experience of drawing on approaches such as Schema Therapy and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy to support recovery from severe emotional distress. I have founded Clinical Psychology Reclaimed to work with community organisations and collaborate with people who have lived experience of trauma recovery.
I am experienced in working alongside people who are transforming the way they experience themselves and navigate life, by working through the impacts of complex trauma and adversity.
I am a Clinical and Community Psychologist with 20 years experience of drawing on approaches such as Schema Therapy and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy to support recovery from severe emotional distress. I have founded Clinical Psychology Reclaimed to work with community organisations and collaborate with people who have lived experience of trauma recovery.
You might come to therapy feeling anxious, stuck, disconnected, or exhausted—perhaps from difficult relationships, addictions, low mood, anxiety, or years of holding yourself together. Many people I work with worry there’s something wrong with them. I don’t see it that way. Struggling doesn’t mean you’re broken; it means you’re human, shaped by complex and often painful life experiences.
I work without diagnosis or assessment, meeting you as a whole person rather than a set of symptoms or problems to solve. Our work is collaborative and relational, focused on understanding your experience deeply, rather than fixing.
You might come to therapy feeling anxious, stuck, disconnected, or exhausted—perhaps from difficult relationships, addictions, low mood, anxiety, or years of holding yourself together. Many people I work with worry there’s something wrong with them. I don’t see it that way. Struggling doesn’t mean you’re broken; it means you’re human, shaped by complex and often painful life experiences.
I work without diagnosis or assessment, meeting you as a whole person rather than a set of symptoms or problems to solve. Our work is collaborative and relational, focused on understanding your experience deeply, rather than fixing.
I provide evidence-based therapy for difficulties including trauma, anxiety, depression, OCD, self-esteem issues and longstanding relational or emotional patterns.
I integrate accredited schema therapy, EMDR, CBT, ACT, Compassion-Focused Therapy and humanistic approaches to support meaningful and lasting psychological change. Therapy is collaborative, compassionate and tailored to your individual needs, difficulties and goals.
I provide evidence-based therapy for difficulties including trauma, anxiety, depression, OCD, self-esteem issues and longstanding relational or emotional patterns.
I integrate accredited schema therapy, EMDR, CBT, ACT, Compassion-Focused Therapy and humanistic approaches to support meaningful and lasting psychological change. Therapy is collaborative, compassionate and tailored to your individual needs, difficulties and goals.
The main issues I treat are all anxiety disorders, depression, OCD, low self esteem and PTSD.
My name is Colette. At Soul Psychotherapy I offer on-line integrative therapy combining CBT and EMDR. As a Senior Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist working in the NHS I have extensive experience treating mental health conditions. I can adapt my treatment approach for the neuro-divergent population. I believe therapy requires more than symptom management. It often calls for an honest and compassionate exploration of the root cause of suffering. We can work together to identify vulnerability to mental health problems and uncover negative core beliefs and life experiences that are limiting your ability to live life to the full.
The main issues I treat are all anxiety disorders, depression, OCD, low self esteem and PTSD.
My name is Colette. At Soul Psychotherapy I offer on-line integrative therapy combining CBT and EMDR. As a Senior Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist working in the NHS I have extensive experience treating mental health conditions. I can adapt my treatment approach for the neuro-divergent population. I believe therapy requires more than symptom management. It often calls for an honest and compassionate exploration of the root cause of suffering. We can work together to identify vulnerability to mental health problems and uncover negative core beliefs and life experiences that are limiting your ability to live life to the full.
At NICBT we believe that every client is individual. We will work together with you in order to help you understand your current difficulties and make steps forward to help you achieve your goals. We operate in Belfast, but our services are available to everyone in Northern Ireland, offering one to one therapy in a confidential and calm setting. NICBT is a self referral service that offers both Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR). These are two of the most effective treatment methods for depressive and anxiety related difficulties.
At NICBT we believe that every client is individual. We will work together with you in order to help you understand your current difficulties and make steps forward to help you achieve your goals. We operate in Belfast, but our services are available to everyone in Northern Ireland, offering one to one therapy in a confidential and calm setting. NICBT is a self referral service that offers both Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR). These are two of the most effective treatment methods for depressive and anxiety related difficulties.
I work with adults experiencing grief and loss, identity and life transitions, relationship difficulties, low mood, anxiety, complex trauma and the long shadow of early experiences.
I am a Trainee Counselling Psychologist and Psychotherapist currently completing a PhD and working under clinical supervision in line with professional and ethical guidelines. My approach is integrative and humanistic at its core, drawing on existential and person-centred principles, and informed by trauma-aware, CBT and attachment-based frameworks.
I work with adults experiencing grief and loss, identity and life transitions, relationship difficulties, low mood, anxiety, complex trauma and the long shadow of early experiences.
I am a Trainee Counselling Psychologist and Psychotherapist currently completing a PhD and working under clinical supervision in line with professional and ethical guidelines. My approach is integrative and humanistic at its core, drawing on existential and person-centred principles, and informed by trauma-aware, CBT and attachment-based frameworks.
I understand navigating life’s challenges—whether related to anxiety, depression, ADHD, stress, relationship or sexual issues—can be overwhelming. I offer a confidential, non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings one-to-one. What sets me apart is my focus on not just your current struggles but also understanding how your past has shaped you. Together, we’ll work through these challenges, helping you build a future that truly excites and motivates you, at a pace that feels right for you. To help you move forward, with clarity, confidence & purpose. For more information visit: www.TheJourneyTherapists. com
I understand navigating life’s challenges—whether related to anxiety, depression, ADHD, stress, relationship or sexual issues—can be overwhelming. I offer a confidential, non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings one-to-one. What sets me apart is my focus on not just your current struggles but also understanding how your past has shaped you. Together, we’ll work through these challenges, helping you build a future that truly excites and motivates you, at a pace that feels right for you. To help you move forward, with clarity, confidence & purpose. For more information visit: www.TheJourneyTherapists. com
I specialise in trauma-focused counselling and CBT, supporting children, young people, and adults with challenges like worry, anxiety, and low confidence.
As an integrative counsellor with extensive experience, I provide compassionate, tailored support for children, young people, and adults. My approach focuses on understanding your unique circumstances and addressing emotional difficulties, life transitions, or self-confidence struggles. Together, we create a safe environment to explore challenges and work toward meaningful solutions. My goal is to help you build resilience, develop practical coping strategies, and achieve personal growth. I’m here to support you in moving forward with greater clarity, confidence, and well-being, always keeping your needs at the heart of our work.
I specialise in trauma-focused counselling and CBT, supporting children, young people, and adults with challenges like worry, anxiety, and low confidence.
As an integrative counsellor with extensive experience, I provide compassionate, tailored support for children, young people, and adults. My approach focuses on understanding your unique circumstances and addressing emotional difficulties, life transitions, or self-confidence struggles. Together, we create a safe environment to explore challenges and work toward meaningful solutions. My goal is to help you build resilience, develop practical coping strategies, and achieve personal growth. I’m here to support you in moving forward with greater clarity, confidence, and well-being, always keeping your needs at the heart of our work.
Starting therapy can feel like a big step, especially when you’re carrying anxiety, grief, trauma, burnout or feeling overwhelmed by life.
I offer a warm, compassionate and non-judgemental space where you can feel heard and supported. I believe you are the expert in your own life, and my role is to walk alongside you as we explore challenges, build understanding and work towards meaningful change at a pace that feels right for you.
Starting therapy can feel like a big step, especially when you’re carrying anxiety, grief, trauma, burnout or feeling overwhelmed by life.
I offer a warm, compassionate and non-judgemental space where you can feel heard and supported. I believe you are the expert in your own life, and my role is to walk alongside you as we explore challenges, build understanding and work towards meaningful change at a pace that feels right for you.
I have established experience in helping people recover from trauma related, mood, and anxiety difficulties.
Low cost therapy - I am currently offering therapy at reduced fee to patients who are interested in engaging with a period of Intensive Short Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISTDP), as a training case. Please email me if you wish to discuss further. I am not taking any other patients at present.
I am a registered Clinical Psychologist with a small practice in south Belfast. I’m currently employed as a Consultant Clinical Psychologist in the NHS and have over 10 years experience of working in a range of mental health settings. I specialise in offering psychological therapies to adults with a range of mental health conditions.
I have established experience in helping people recover from trauma related, mood, and anxiety difficulties.
Low cost therapy - I am currently offering therapy at reduced fee to patients who are interested in engaging with a period of Intensive Short Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISTDP), as a training case. Please email me if you wish to discuss further. I am not taking any other patients at present.
I am a registered Clinical Psychologist with a small practice in south Belfast. I’m currently employed as a Consultant Clinical Psychologist in the NHS and have over 10 years experience of working in a range of mental health settings. I specialise in offering psychological therapies to adults with a range of mental health conditions.
Adult ADHD Coaching, ADHD diagnosed, Complex Trauma, Bipolar, PTS, BPD, Anxiety/Panic, CSA, Functional & Nutritional Psychiatry, Disordered Eating & Bariatric Psychology.
My areas of interest are Neurodivergnce, adult ADHD, Complex Trauma, PTS, Bipolar, Schizophrenia, Mania, Psychosis (current or history), Dissociative Identity Disorder, Childhood Sexual Abuse, & Ritualisd Sexual Abuse. I offer advanced ADHD Coaching, and rapid complex trauma recovery.
Adult ADHD Coaching, ADHD diagnosed, Complex Trauma, Bipolar, PTS, BPD, Anxiety/Panic, CSA, Functional & Nutritional Psychiatry, Disordered Eating & Bariatric Psychology.
My areas of interest are Neurodivergnce, adult ADHD, Complex Trauma, PTS, Bipolar, Schizophrenia, Mania, Psychosis (current or history), Dissociative Identity Disorder, Childhood Sexual Abuse, & Ritualisd Sexual Abuse. I offer advanced ADHD Coaching, and rapid complex trauma recovery.
I recently completed additional training with Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Institute working with trauma in the body.
My passion is my work, I love being a therapist. I want my clients to feel safe, heard, seen and validated. I work with clients from many different walks of life and with a variety of issues they want to work. Fundamentally you have to understand how your experiences in life have shaped you into the person you are. Genetics, your family system, the external culture and the systems that govern your life; all play a role in how you have learned to cope and function in this world. Anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts tend to make sense when we explore our own stories. You are not broken, you are human
I recently completed additional training with Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Institute working with trauma in the body.
My passion is my work, I love being a therapist. I want my clients to feel safe, heard, seen and validated. I work with clients from many different walks of life and with a variety of issues they want to work. Fundamentally you have to understand how your experiences in life have shaped you into the person you are. Genetics, your family system, the external culture and the systems that govern your life; all play a role in how you have learned to cope and function in this world. Anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts tend to make sense when we explore our own stories. You are not broken, you are human
I have had extensive experience in working with Adult & Adolescent clients experiencing anxiety, low self esteem, depression, trauma
Often we feel we cannot share issues with family or friends, for fear of impacting these relationships or attempts at being rescued, where all we need is to be listened to. Often we are experiencing emotional turmoil, doubt , guilt, fear or sadness to the point we perceive ourselves as carrying the burden alone. This is the opportunity for you to be heard, to explore and consider solutions and new possibilities for the future in a non-judgemental and collaborative therapeutic relationship. We can explore the past, the present or we can explore future plans and/or work on solutions to current problems.
I have had extensive experience in working with Adult & Adolescent clients experiencing anxiety, low self esteem, depression, trauma
Often we feel we cannot share issues with family or friends, for fear of impacting these relationships or attempts at being rescued, where all we need is to be listened to. Often we are experiencing emotional turmoil, doubt , guilt, fear or sadness to the point we perceive ourselves as carrying the burden alone. This is the opportunity for you to be heard, to explore and consider solutions and new possibilities for the future in a non-judgemental and collaborative therapeutic relationship. We can explore the past, the present or we can explore future plans and/or work on solutions to current problems.
Are you experiencing unhelpful thoughts, or engaging in unhelpful behaviours? Would you like to better understand how these have developed, and how you might change them? Are you motivated to make changes in your life, to help maximise your potential and live life to the full?
Are you experiencing unhelpful thoughts, or engaging in unhelpful behaviours? Would you like to better understand how these have developed, and how you might change them? Are you motivated to make changes in your life, to help maximise your potential and live life to the full?
I have received specific training in treating trauma so I can support clients in finding integration with their memories, thoughts, emotions, and bodies.
It may be hard to call to set up an appointment, but know when you take that first courageous step, you will be met with care. It will be my privilege to join you in discovering the way ahead until you reach the healing you desire.
I have received specific training in treating trauma so I can support clients in finding integration with their memories, thoughts, emotions, and bodies.
It may be hard to call to set up an appointment, but know when you take that first courageous step, you will be met with care. It will be my privilege to join you in discovering the way ahead until you reach the healing you desire.
It can be a huge step to decide to talk to a counsellor/psychotherapist about personal issues so it is important to find someone you are comfortable with, who will not judge you but accept you for who you are. I offer office based and/or telephone therapy. The relationship between therapist and patient is fundamentally important. I liken psychotherapy to being in a clothing shop changing room where we get a unique view of ourselves from all angles. Likewise therapy is about helping someone to glimpse and explore hidden parts of themselves or just helping them make sense of their distress.
I am trained in EMDR
It can be a huge step to decide to talk to a counsellor/psychotherapist about personal issues so it is important to find someone you are comfortable with, who will not judge you but accept you for who you are. I offer office based and/or telephone therapy. The relationship between therapist and patient is fundamentally important. I liken psychotherapy to being in a clothing shop changing room where we get a unique view of ourselves from all angles. Likewise therapy is about helping someone to glimpse and explore hidden parts of themselves or just helping them make sense of their distress.
I am trained in EMDR
I am also an EMDR practitioner which is a highly effective treatment which enables the client to reconcile the maladaptive thoughts and feelings connected to Trauma.
Making the decision to come to counselling can be perceived to be a daunting prospect. It is my aim to change this perception and change the unknown into the known, making your journey in counselling an empowering, rewarding and enlightening experience.
I am also an EMDR practitioner which is a highly effective treatment which enables the client to reconcile the maladaptive thoughts and feelings connected to Trauma.
Making the decision to come to counselling can be perceived to be a daunting prospect. It is my aim to change this perception and change the unknown into the known, making your journey in counselling an empowering, rewarding and enlightening experience.
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Trauma and PTSD Counsellors
When should I seek treatment for trauma?
Not everyone who undergoes trauma needs therapy to heal, but many do. If, after experiencing a traumatic event, you find yourself struggling with symptoms such as nightmares, dissociation, irritability, or emotional numbness—especially if these symptoms last more than a month and are severe enough to interfere with your daily functioning—you may benefit from seeking out therapy with a trauma-informed provider.
How long does trauma therapy take?
Different types of therapy for trauma unfold on different timelines. Prolonged exposure therapy and cognitive processing therapy, for example, each take about three months, while trauma-informed CBT may last anywhere from 8 to 25 sessions. Other approaches, especially those that are less structured or that incorporate elements from multiple modalities, may be more open-ended, though many patients report feeling better within the first few months of treatment.
What happens if trauma is left untreated?
Unaddressed trauma can have serious—even devastating—effects on relationships, career, and day-to-day functioning. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can lead people to distrust or lash out at others, making it difficult to maintain intimate relationships; it can also trigger symptoms such as flashbacks or hyperreactivity that can interfere with a person’s ability to function effectively, personally and/or professionally. Some sufferers turn to drugs to find relief. Symptoms may lessen on their own with time, but there is no guarantee that PTSD will resolve on its own.
Can PTSD come back after treatment?
It is possible for PTSD symptoms to recur months or years after successful treatment. This is because, like most mental health disorders, it is not possible to “cure” PTSD, and stressful life events may cause symptoms to recur in even the most resilient individuals. There is no shame in re-experiencing PTSD symptoms nor in returning to therapy when such relapses occur; indeed, many forms of trauma therapy explicitly encourage periodic “maintenance sessions” to reinforce coping skills and ensure that symptoms stay manageable.