Trauma and PTSD Counselling in Colwyn Bay
SW Virtual Psychology- Dr Sophia Williams
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Are trauma experiences getting in the way of living a life in line with your goals, beliefs, values, and desires?
As a Clinical Psychologist, I am extensively trained to provide comprehensive support for a range of difficulties- no issue is too big or too small. A mum of three with over five years experience in sexual violence services and ten years in the health setting, I have a good understanding of the challenges of life with physical and mental health difficulties.
Are trauma experiences getting in the way of living a life in line with your goals, beliefs, values, and desires?
As a Clinical Psychologist, I am extensively trained to provide comprehensive support for a range of difficulties- no issue is too big or too small. A mum of three with over five years experience in sexual violence services and ten years in the health setting, I have a good understanding of the challenges of life with physical and mental health difficulties.
I work with individuals and couples navigating life's "in-between" spaces—those feeling the weight of cultural shifts, identity confusion, or family roles that no longer fit. My clients often feel like strangers to themselves, arriving with a sense of survival rather than true connection. I offer a space where your contradictions are welcome and your voice is finally heard. By integrating depth-oriented tools with creative metaphor, I help you untangle old patterns and move through transitions without the need for a clinical script. Together, we work toward living with genuine presence and clarity.
I work with individuals and couples navigating life's "in-between" spaces—those feeling the weight of cultural shifts, identity confusion, or family roles that no longer fit. My clients often feel like strangers to themselves, arriving with a sense of survival rather than true connection. I offer a space where your contradictions are welcome and your voice is finally heard. By integrating depth-oriented tools with creative metaphor, I help you untangle old patterns and move through transitions without the need for a clinical script. Together, we work toward living with genuine presence and clarity.
Hi, I'm Angharad. I offer a gentle, safe, and confidential space where you can explore whatever’s on your mind - whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, navigating relationship challenges, processing grief, or simply sensing that something doesn’t feel quite right in your life.
Many people come to see me after having tried more structured therapies like CBT wanting something deeper that gets to the root of their difficulties. Rather than offering tools and coping strategies, I help you work through the emotional and relational patterns beneath your struggles which leads to lasting change through deepening self-understanding.
Hi, I'm Angharad. I offer a gentle, safe, and confidential space where you can explore whatever’s on your mind - whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, navigating relationship challenges, processing grief, or simply sensing that something doesn’t feel quite right in your life.
Many people come to see me after having tried more structured therapies like CBT wanting something deeper that gets to the root of their difficulties. Rather than offering tools and coping strategies, I help you work through the emotional and relational patterns beneath your struggles which leads to lasting change through deepening self-understanding.
Whether you’re looking to improve your mental health, recover from trauma or loss, find direction and take control of your life, repair or strengthen your relationships, or you simply want to grow as a person, I can help.
I bring together elements of various therapeutic modalities to provide an holistic and personalised approach to meet your unique needs and goals. As a trauma-informed therapist, I can help you better understand and overcome the physical, emotional and psychological effects of trauma, complex trauma and attachment injury.
Whether you’re looking to improve your mental health, recover from trauma or loss, find direction and take control of your life, repair or strengthen your relationships, or you simply want to grow as a person, I can help.
I bring together elements of various therapeutic modalities to provide an holistic and personalised approach to meet your unique needs and goals. As a trauma-informed therapist, I can help you better understand and overcome the physical, emotional and psychological effects of trauma, complex trauma and attachment injury.
Life can feel overwhelming at times, and reaching out for support is a courageous step. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, grief, or simply trying to make sense of your feelings, know that you don’t have to face it alone.
Life can feel overwhelming at times, and reaching out for support is a courageous step. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, grief, or simply trying to make sense of your feelings, know that you don’t have to face it alone.
I'm the Clinical Lead at North Wales Reflections, the largest private counselling practice in North Wales. From our accessible offices in Colwyn Bay and online across the UK and globally, we offer a safe, welcoming space where people of all ages feel heard, supported, and empowered. Our experienced team is here to help you navigate life’s challenges. I also mentor therapists in building ethical, sustainable practices.
I'm the Clinical Lead at North Wales Reflections, the largest private counselling practice in North Wales. From our accessible offices in Colwyn Bay and online across the UK and globally, we offer a safe, welcoming space where people of all ages feel heard, supported, and empowered. Our experienced team is here to help you navigate life’s challenges. I also mentor therapists in building ethical, sustainable practices.
I work with a range of clients and issues. Work can be long term, short term or somewhere in between. My focus is on assisting my client to identify the issue and anything that then needs to happen. The work is at my client's pace and I am a warm and encouraging therapist, mindful of difference and diversity. Over the past 18 years I have worked with clients from age 5 to 78, each client is unique, no therapy session is the same.
I work with a range of clients and issues. Work can be long term, short term or somewhere in between. My focus is on assisting my client to identify the issue and anything that then needs to happen. The work is at my client's pace and I am a warm and encouraging therapist, mindful of difference and diversity. Over the past 18 years I have worked with clients from age 5 to 78, each client is unique, no therapy session is the same.
From general everyday worries to more complex trauma, I am here to support you on your journey no matter how great or small the need.
I am an integrative therapist with a core focus on the working relationship. Humans are designed as social beings and thus forming long-lasting and healthy relationships is crucial. By putting this at the for front of my practice, it allows clients to form a safe and non-judgmental relationship in order to handle their challenges easier.
From general everyday worries to more complex trauma, I am here to support you on your journey no matter how great or small the need.
I am an integrative therapist with a core focus on the working relationship. Humans are designed as social beings and thus forming long-lasting and healthy relationships is crucial. By putting this at the for front of my practice, it allows clients to form a safe and non-judgmental relationship in order to handle their challenges easier.
I’m glad you’re here. I’d like to offer you a space to talk, and a moment to feel heard.
I sometimes think of counselling as you bringing your own jigsaw puzzle into the room. You may have a sense of what the picture is supposed to look like, but the pieces can feel scattered, unclear, forgotten, or difficult to place.
My role is not to tell you what your picture should be. It is to sit alongside you and help you make sense of the pieces, one by one. You bring the knowledge of your life and what each piece means. I offer a calm, supportive space where we can begin to understand how they fit together.
I’m glad you’re here. I’d like to offer you a space to talk, and a moment to feel heard.
I sometimes think of counselling as you bringing your own jigsaw puzzle into the room. You may have a sense of what the picture is supposed to look like, but the pieces can feel scattered, unclear, forgotten, or difficult to place.
My role is not to tell you what your picture should be. It is to sit alongside you and help you make sense of the pieces, one by one. You bring the knowledge of your life and what each piece means. I offer a calm, supportive space where we can begin to understand how they fit together.
Navigating through challenges such as trauma, loss, illness or relationship crisis.
In the therapeutic process I respond to my clients' needs - meeting them with the awareness of their parts (IFS), sensitivity to their inner experiencing (Focusing), relational depth (Person Centred) and embodied presence (Mindfulness).
Navigating through challenges such as trauma, loss, illness or relationship crisis.
In the therapeutic process I respond to my clients' needs - meeting them with the awareness of their parts (IFS), sensitivity to their inner experiencing (Focusing), relational depth (Person Centred) and embodied presence (Mindfulness).
Although I do successfully work with a very wide range of mental health issues: I have a particular specialism in therapy addressing: trauma/overcoming adversity, anxiety, stress, self-esteem/low-confidence, mood management and positive behavioural changes and the fulfilment of individual potential, etc.
I have gained a distinction in MSc in Counselling and also qualified as an EMDR Therapist (Gold Standard Therapy recognised by: World Health Organisation, etc). I am an Integrative Therapist which means that I draw on a range of different approaches to meet clients particular needs. I am also a qualified Clinical Supervisor for other therapists. I offer a highly professional service which is underpinned by valid scientific research. I appreciate that accessing therapy can be daunting; therefore, I am welcoming, very accepting & do my best to create a genuinely warm & safe environment. The relationship is vital to positive outcomes.
Although I do successfully work with a very wide range of mental health issues: I have a particular specialism in therapy addressing: trauma/overcoming adversity, anxiety, stress, self-esteem/low-confidence, mood management and positive behavioural changes and the fulfilment of individual potential, etc.
I have gained a distinction in MSc in Counselling and also qualified as an EMDR Therapist (Gold Standard Therapy recognised by: World Health Organisation, etc). I am an Integrative Therapist which means that I draw on a range of different approaches to meet clients particular needs. I am also a qualified Clinical Supervisor for other therapists. I offer a highly professional service which is underpinned by valid scientific research. I appreciate that accessing therapy can be daunting; therefore, I am welcoming, very accepting & do my best to create a genuinely warm & safe environment. The relationship is vital to positive outcomes.
My ideal client has autism or Asperger’s syndrome and/or is an individual who is in a close relationship with someone that has Asperger’s/autism. I see clients in person in Northamptonshire & by video. I have counselled autistic individuals and their families for nearly 20 years. My autism specialist practice is informed by my Masters in Autism/PGC in Asperger’s and also from long term familial connections. I am BACP registered (no 145760). In July 2025, and after eight years of training with Cambridge Body Psychotherapy Centre. I qualified as a full clinical body psychotherapist (UKCP registration 2011166457).
My ideal client has autism or Asperger’s syndrome and/or is an individual who is in a close relationship with someone that has Asperger’s/autism. I see clients in person in Northamptonshire & by video. I have counselled autistic individuals and their families for nearly 20 years. My autism specialist practice is informed by my Masters in Autism/PGC in Asperger’s and also from long term familial connections. I am BACP registered (no 145760). In July 2025, and after eight years of training with Cambridge Body Psychotherapy Centre. I qualified as a full clinical body psychotherapist (UKCP registration 2011166457).
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Perhaps you are carrying the impact of trauma, loss, relationship difficulties, or a persistent sense that something is not quite right.
I am an integrative counsellor, my approach combines person-centred, psychodynamic, cognitive, and behavioural therapies, grounded in compassion-focused work. Together, we gently explore your experiences, strengthen emotional regulation, and cultivate a more supportive inner voice helping you feel steadier, more resilient, and less alone.
Perhaps you are carrying the impact of trauma, loss, relationship difficulties, or a persistent sense that something is not quite right.
I am an integrative counsellor, my approach combines person-centred, psychodynamic, cognitive, and behavioural therapies, grounded in compassion-focused work. Together, we gently explore your experiences, strengthen emotional regulation, and cultivate a more supportive inner voice helping you feel steadier, more resilient, and less alone.
I have worked for many years with complex trauma cases, PTSD, anxiety disorders (incl OCD), depression, low self-esteem, eating disorders, dysfunctional coping styles, identity issues, attachment & characterological issues, using a range of evid-based therapies, e
I am a caring and experienced HCPC registered clinical psychologist, who has worked for over 20 years in the NHS in Adult Mental Health. I offer compassionate & collaborative therapy for most emotional and mental health issues. I am experienced in assessment & psychological formulation - if you feel stuck or overwhelmed, I will help you make sense of what has caused & may be maintaining your emotional distress. I will get to know you well & tailor psychological interventions from multiple therapy models, to help you understand yourself, achieve lasting change & to heal from traumatic experiences if needed.
I have worked for many years with complex trauma cases, PTSD, anxiety disorders (incl OCD), depression, low self-esteem, eating disorders, dysfunctional coping styles, identity issues, attachment & characterological issues, using a range of evid-based therapies, e
I am a caring and experienced HCPC registered clinical psychologist, who has worked for over 20 years in the NHS in Adult Mental Health. I offer compassionate & collaborative therapy for most emotional and mental health issues. I am experienced in assessment & psychological formulation - if you feel stuck or overwhelmed, I will help you make sense of what has caused & may be maintaining your emotional distress. I will get to know you well & tailor psychological interventions from multiple therapy models, to help you understand yourself, achieve lasting change & to heal from traumatic experiences if needed.
Whether you’re going through a difficult time in your life, struggling with past trauma or complex grief or wanting to explore any areas in life where you feel stuck, finding the right support when you need it can make a huge difference.
I’m an integrative person-centered counsellor and certified trauma informed therapist working with adults, couples, children and young people with over 14 years' experience working with clients who are struggling with a wide range of different issues including trauma, anxiety, stress, depression, bereavement and loss, relationship and work-related issues.
Whether you’re going through a difficult time in your life, struggling with past trauma or complex grief or wanting to explore any areas in life where you feel stuck, finding the right support when you need it can make a huge difference.
I’m an integrative person-centered counsellor and certified trauma informed therapist working with adults, couples, children and young people with over 14 years' experience working with clients who are struggling with a wide range of different issues including trauma, anxiety, stress, depression, bereavement and loss, relationship and work-related issues.
I support people experiencing a range of mild to moderate mental health difficulties, including anxiety, bereavement, trauma, menopause-related challenges and separation, as well as those simply wanting to make sense of life changes or find greater balance and meaning.
My practice is rooted in empathy, curiosity and collaboration. I believe that therapy is a space where you can explore your story safely, make sense of experiences, and begin to find new ways of being. I offer in-person, online and walk & talk sessions, giving flexibility to suit different needs and preferences.
I support people experiencing a range of mild to moderate mental health difficulties, including anxiety, bereavement, trauma, menopause-related challenges and separation, as well as those simply wanting to make sense of life changes or find greater balance and meaning.
My practice is rooted in empathy, curiosity and collaboration. I believe that therapy is a space where you can explore your story safely, make sense of experiences, and begin to find new ways of being. I offer in-person, online and walk & talk sessions, giving flexibility to suit different needs and preferences.
Ella is an experienced Clinical Psychologist and specialist in helping people live well with a range of physical and mental health conditions. She will provide space to listen to your story whilst assessing your needs. You will be able to create an individualised treatment plan together. Ella will help you to understand what is happening in your mind and body and feel more empowered to cope. The treatments she offers are drawn from up-to-date research in line with the latest national NICE guidance. Ella will work with you to address your self-defined goals and she will show you some psychological tools to help you track the changes.
Ella is an experienced Clinical Psychologist and specialist in helping people live well with a range of physical and mental health conditions. She will provide space to listen to your story whilst assessing your needs. You will be able to create an individualised treatment plan together. Ella will help you to understand what is happening in your mind and body and feel more empowered to cope. The treatments she offers are drawn from up-to-date research in line with the latest national NICE guidance. Ella will work with you to address your self-defined goals and she will show you some psychological tools to help you track the changes.
There are moments in life that can affect us deeply, whether they happened recently or are rooted in the past. These can have a powerful impact on how we feel and function. You might be feeling overwhelmed, confused, or stuck in patterns that are hard to understand or manage. These experiences can shape how we think, feel, and behave, often without us realising. You might want things to change, or feel ready to change something within yourself. This is where counselling can support you. I recognise and value the unique qualities you already bring, and I offer a compassionate, non judgemental space.
There are moments in life that can affect us deeply, whether they happened recently or are rooted in the past. These can have a powerful impact on how we feel and function. You might be feeling overwhelmed, confused, or stuck in patterns that are hard to understand or manage. These experiences can shape how we think, feel, and behave, often without us realising. You might want things to change, or feel ready to change something within yourself. This is where counselling can support you. I recognise and value the unique qualities you already bring, and I offer a compassionate, non judgemental space.
Whether you want to be proactive in maintaining good mental health or if life has got tough, due to something that you may have experienced like loss or trauma, some difficult feelings or stress and you are struggling to get through it therapy can help.
I have experience with all ages, I have a wealth of experience in trauma, at various life stages, and can offer a warm, safe space to help you sort out what is troubling you, be that around, general life situations, tragedy or trauma, overwhelming emotions, stress, loss or about having some proactive support to prevent life getting on top of you.
Whether you want to be proactive in maintaining good mental health or if life has got tough, due to something that you may have experienced like loss or trauma, some difficult feelings or stress and you are struggling to get through it therapy can help.
I have experience with all ages, I have a wealth of experience in trauma, at various life stages, and can offer a warm, safe space to help you sort out what is troubling you, be that around, general life situations, tragedy or trauma, overwhelming emotions, stress, loss or about having some proactive support to prevent life getting on top of you.
As a Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist my main focus is helping clients understand and manage their problems within this framework. CBT is an active therapy, present focused, collaborative and structured allowing the clients to become ‘their own therapist’. This type of therapy empowers the client to take responsibility for their own therapeutic journey, acquiring the skills and techniques to maintain changes made in therapy for the long term. I adhere to the standards of conduct, performance and ethics required by my accrediting body the British Association of Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP).
As a Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist my main focus is helping clients understand and manage their problems within this framework. CBT is an active therapy, present focused, collaborative and structured allowing the clients to become ‘their own therapist’. This type of therapy empowers the client to take responsibility for their own therapeutic journey, acquiring the skills and techniques to maintain changes made in therapy for the long term. I adhere to the standards of conduct, performance and ethics required by my accrediting body the British Association of Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP).
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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.