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Women's Trauma & Anxiety Specialist

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Available both in-person and online
St George's Works 51 Colegate, Norwich NR3
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Hi, I’m Francesca Smith and I specialise in supporting women with busy, demanding lives who are struggling with trauma, OCD, low self‑esteem, burnout or perfectionistic patterns. Many of the people I work with feel overwhelmed, anxious & beaten down by self criticism. We work together on processing trauma, developing compassion & healthier self-esteem, all at a pace that's right for you. I use evidence‑based therapies, including CBT, EMDR, ACT, CFT and IFS‑informed EMDR. It's not prescriptive or scripted like some NHS therapy can feel, it's deeply personalised to suit you.
You can work with me directly or with one of the experienced therapists and psychologists in my team. We support adults (yes - men are welcome too) who want therapy that feels personal and genuinely attuned to your needs — not rushed or scripted. Our aim is to offer the time, care and flexibility that many people haven’t been able to access in the NHS.
You can see us weekly, fortnightly and in an EMDR Intensive format. We agree that coping with adult life is hard and working out which therapist to go with is a challenge in itself! So if you'd just like to chat with a human being about what you need then get in touch and I will reply to you personally within 48 hours.
Call or Women's Trauma & Anxiety Specialist now for a free 15 minute consultation - 01603 578931

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

St George's Works

51 Colegate,

Norwich NR3 map

 01603 578931

FS Therapies Ltd

Norwich NR3

07810 406551
Website
I offer sessions in person and online. Get in touch if you'd like a free call to see if we're a good fit.
I specialize in Self Esteem, Trauma and PTSD and Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) 
£100 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect 01603 578931
Photo of Francesca Smith - Women's Trauma & Anxiety Specialist, Psychotherapist, MBABCP

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

St George's Works

51 Colegate,

Norwich NR3 map

 01603 578931

FS Therapies Ltd

Norwich NR3

07810 406551
Website
I offer sessions in person and online. Get in touch if you'd like a free call to see if we're a good fit.
I specialize in Self Esteem, Trauma and PTSD and Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) 
£100 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions £100

Payment Methods

American Express, Bank transfer, Cash, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Allianz Partners
  • Aviva
  • AXA PPP
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • CS Healthcare
  • Nuffield Health
  • Preferred Health Care
  • Vitality
  • WPA
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I offer single sessions and block bookings (i.e. pay per session or buy a block of 4 sessions). I provide sessions covered by several UK insurers. I am offering a small number of in person sessions at a fee of £100 per session. EMDR Intensive sessions available.
Photo of Francesca Smith - Women's Trauma & Anxiety Specialist, Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Women's Trauma & Anxiety Specialist
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 01603 578931
"
I offer single sessions and block bookings (i.e. pay per session or buy a block of 4 sessions). I provide sessions covered by several UK insurers. I am offering a small number of in person sessions at a fee of £100 per session. EMDR Intensive sessions available.
Photo of Francesca Smith - Women's Trauma & Anxiety Specialist, Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Women's Trauma & Anxiety Specialist
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 01603 578931

Qualifications

    Psychotherapist: Francesca Smith
  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with British Association for Behavioural & Cognitive Psychotherapies Francesca Smith

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 17 years
  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, PG Dip, Graduated 2016

    • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from Anglia Ruskin University Low Intensity CBT / 2010
  • Degree/Diploma from De Montfort University, Leicester. British Psychological Society Accredited course. in Human Psychology BSc Hons / 2005
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I have over 17 years experience in NHS & private practice. I am accredited in CBT & trained in trauma therapies such as EMDR. As well as Attachment-Informed EMDR, IFS-EMDR, ACT, & CFT. I work with people on burnout, anxiety, perfectionism, OCD, low mood, all types of trauma, & life challenges.
Photo of Francesca Smith - Women's Trauma & Anxiety Specialist, Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Women's Trauma & Anxiety Specialist
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 01603 578931
"
I have over 17 years experience in NHS & private practice. I am accredited in CBT & trained in trauma therapies such as EMDR. As well as Attachment-Informed EMDR, IFS-EMDR, ACT, & CFT. I work with people on burnout, anxiety, perfectionism, OCD, low mood, all types of trauma, & life challenges.
Photo of Francesca Smith - Women's Trauma & Anxiety Specialist, Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Women's Trauma & Anxiety Specialist
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 01603 578931

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Self Esteem
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • ADHD
  • Alcohol Use
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Behavioural Issues
  • Body Image
  • Career Guidance
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Domestic Abuse
  • Domestic Violence
  • Health Anxiety, Perfectionism, Work Stress,
  • LGBTQ+
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Telephone and Online Therapy
  • Women's Issues
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I work with a lot of clients experiencing burnout, trauma and anxiety, often due to striving to meet high standards related to past experiences. A typical treatment plan includes visual diagrams of the difficulty with clear 'Exit strategies'. We work at the problem together finding a way that works for you & is in keeping with what you value.
Photo of Francesca Smith - Women's Trauma & Anxiety Specialist, Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Women's Trauma & Anxiety Specialist
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 01603 578931
"
I work with a lot of clients experiencing burnout, trauma and anxiety, often due to striving to meet high standards related to past experiences. A typical treatment plan includes visual diagrams of the difficulty with clear 'Exit strategies'. We work at the problem together finding a way that works for you & is in keeping with what you value.
Photo of Francesca Smith - Women's Trauma & Anxiety Specialist, Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Women's Trauma & Anxiety Specialist
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 01603 578931

6 Endorsements

Russell Wharton
Russell Wharton
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
I have known and worked with Fran for several years and can say she is a warm and skilled therapist who cares deeply about her work. I am always happy to recommend Fran to clients as I know she will do a good job and gets great results.
Alice J Paton
Alice J Paton
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Francesca is a highly experienced, dedicated and skilled therapist. She has a wealth of knowledge and experience in treating a wide variety of difficulties. I have always admired her endless empathy, patience, warmth and compassion.
Rachael Kenyon
Rachael Kenyon
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Francesca is an experienced therapist and is proficient in multiple therapy types. She is a highly compassionate and collaborative therapist, and has supported many people to learn new skills and discover lasting wellbeing.
Lewis Rogers CBT
Lewis Rogers CBT
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
I feel fortunate to have found a supervisor like Francesca who is not only organised & caring but also proactive. Her patience is remarkable, as she expertly balances providing guidance with allowing me the independence to develop my skills & confidence.
Euan Williamson
Euan Williamson
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Francesca is a warm, compassionate and skilled therapist. Having worked in the NHS for over a decade, and several years now in private practice, Francesca works in an empathic and evidence-based way, treating a number of mental health problems.
Moving Forward
Moving Forward
MSc
Francesca is a deeply empathic person and has an awe-inspiring ability to combine delicate yet honest, supportive dialogue with her clients and she is an absolute trauma powerhouse, being incredibly talented in helping people recover from past experiences.

Client Focus

Age

Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Aviation Professionals , 
Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
HIV / AIDS Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Single Parent , 
Transgender Allied

Age

Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Aviation Professionals , 
Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
HIV / AIDS Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Single Parent , 
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Attachment-based
  • Clinical Supervision and Qualified Supervisors
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • EMDR
  • Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
  • Humanistic
  • Integrative
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centred
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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I often use EMDR, CBT and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) in my practice. In our first session, we explore what you would currently like to work on. I will then propose some treatment ideas, explaining what they entail. During treatment, I'll help you utilise therapeutic strategies and help you work through challenges to help change your feelings for the better.
Photo of Francesca Smith - Women's Trauma & Anxiety Specialist, Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Women's Trauma & Anxiety Specialist
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 01603 578931
"
I often use EMDR, CBT and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) in my practice. In our first session, we explore what you would currently like to work on. I will then propose some treatment ideas, explaining what they entail. During treatment, I'll help you utilise therapeutic strategies and help you work through challenges to help change your feelings for the better.
Photo of Francesca Smith - Women's Trauma & Anxiety Specialist, Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Women's Trauma & Anxiety Specialist
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 01603 578931

Location

Primary Location

St George's Works

51 Colegate,

Norwich NR3

01603 578931

Email Us

Website

Additional Location

FS Therapies Ltd

Norwich NR3

07810 406551

Nearby Areas

Cities/Towns

Counties

Postcodes

Neighbourhoods

Districts

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I offer sessions in person and online. Get in touch if you'd like a free call to see if we're a good fit.
Photo of Francesca Smith - Women's Trauma & Anxiety Specialist, Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Women's Trauma & Anxiety Specialist
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Call for a free consultation now - 01603 578931
"
I offer sessions in person and online. Get in touch if you'd like a free call to see if we're a good fit.
Photo of Francesca Smith - Women's Trauma & Anxiety Specialist, Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Women's Trauma & Anxiety Specialist
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Call for a free consultation now - 01603 578931