Trauma and PTSD Support Groups in Ilford

Online Group Therapy for Survivors of Abusive Relationships - 8 weekly sessions via ZOOM
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Hosted by Daniela Pahontu
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP Accred
Group meets in Ilford IG5
I am helping you navigate through anxiety, depression, repeating relationship patterns, childhood trauma, addictions, self-harming, ager and not only.
Online Group Therapy for Survivors of Abusive Relationships - 8 weekly sessions via ZOOM
07481 343901 View 07481 343901
Eight sessions of 8-10 regular pre-registered participants that is customised to the needs of the group.  Various themes and healing activities could be introduced, e.g. sleep disturbances, moving home, etc. (No newcomers admitted to the group once the group has formed and started to ensure safety and confidentiality).
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Hosted by Grief Support Services
Counsellor
Group meets in Ilford IG3
I help with grief, trauma, relationships and spiritual struggles using a body, mind & spirit approach.
Eight sessions of 8-10 regular pre-registered participants that is customised to the needs of the group.  Various themes and healing activities could be introduced, e.g. sleep disturbances, moving home, etc. (No newcomers admitted to the group once the group has formed and started to ensure safety and confidentiality).
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This experiential group offers a safe, confidential space to explore trauma, identity, and relationships through psychodrama. Together, we work to deepen relational intelligence, heal patterns rooted in past pain, and strengthen your sense of self. Themes may include sexuality, gender, self-esteem, intimacy, friendships, and family or professional dynamics. Through experiential methods reflection, and connection, you can gain insight, release stuck emotions, and embody new ways of relating—to yourself, others and the wider world—with authenticity and compassion.
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Hosted by Eva Koumpli
Psychotherapist
Group meets in London NW1
This experiential group offers a safe, confidential space to explore trauma, identity, and relationships through psychodrama. Together, we work to deepen relational intelligence, heal patterns rooted in past pain, and strengthen your sense of self. Themes may include sexuality, gender, self-esteem, intimacy, friendships, and family or professional dynamics. Through experiential methods reflection, and connection, you can gain insight, release stuck emotions, and embody new ways of relating—to yourself, others and the wider world—with authenticity and compassion.
020 3962 0058 View 020 3962 0058
Constellations provide a solution-focused journey for deep-seated personal, relationship, family, and work challenges. Ideal for issues resistant to change, including emotional struggles, trauma, feeling stuck, relational complexities, family rifts, and more. In workshops, a small group of participants engage in a profound process. The Issue-holder shares their concern with a facilitator, creating a "living map" of the issue with fellow participants' support. Hidden dynamics emerge, guiding resolution and untangling complexities. Participants discover interconnectedness across generations, fostering compassion and belonging. Empowered by transformative insights, individuals gain clarity to navigate life's challenges. Constellations offer healing and new perspectives.
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Hosted by Sara Poss
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Group meets in London N6
Most of my clients see rapid and profound results, whether addressing trauma, potential, clarity, courage, or personal growth.
Constellations provide a solution-focused journey for deep-seated personal, relationship, family, and work challenges. Ideal for issues resistant to change, including emotional struggles, trauma, feeling stuck, relational complexities, family rifts, and more. In workshops, a small group of participants engage in a profound process. The Issue-holder shares their concern with a facilitator, creating a "living map" of the issue with fellow participants' support. Hidden dynamics emerge, guiding resolution and untangling complexities. Participants discover interconnectedness across generations, fostering compassion and belonging. Empowered by transformative insights, individuals gain clarity to navigate life's challenges. Constellations offer healing and new perspectives.
020 3908 5066 View 020 3908 5066
Welcome! Join our interactive DBT Skills Group. We blend mindfulness with practical skills for emotional regulation, crisis management, and relationship improvement. With a rolling intake, you are able to start at the beginning of any of our modules. Led by DBT Therapists, our online group offers a dynamic & supportive environment. We offer small groups support for up to 12 people. Begin your transformative journey in emotional and interpersonal effectiveness. Get in touch for details and to book your assessment, visit https://liminaltherapies.co.uk or https://sammonstherapy.co.uk/groups to learn more. £65 per session.
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Hosted by Ed Sammons
Counsellor, MBACP
Group meets in London WC2H
As therapy progresses and you feel more grounded, we can also look to work safely on past trauma, empowering you to navigate life with confidence.
Welcome! Join our interactive DBT Skills Group. We blend mindfulness with practical skills for emotional regulation, crisis management, and relationship improvement. With a rolling intake, you are able to start at the beginning of any of our modules. Led by DBT Therapists, our online group offers a dynamic & supportive environment. We offer small groups support for up to 12 people. Begin your transformative journey in emotional and interpersonal effectiveness. Get in touch for details and to book your assessment, visit https://liminaltherapies.co.uk or https://sammonstherapy.co.uk/groups to learn more. £65 per session.
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Group analysis is a form of group therapy that helps people understand themselves through their relationships with others. It is based on the idea that we are shaped by our experiences in families, friendships, and wider social life. In the group, members talk about their experiences and also notice how they relate to one another in the moment. This can help bring awareness to repeated patterns in relationships, emotions, and ways of communicating. The group offers a safe, supportive space where people can feel understood, gain insight, and begin to make meaningful changes in how they relate to themselves and others.
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Hosted by Ruth Mark-Roland
Psychotherapist, UKCP Trainee
Group meets in London W1U
Group analysis is a form of group therapy that helps people understand themselves through their relationships with others. It is based on the idea that we are shaped by our experiences in families, friendships, and wider social life. In the group, members talk about their experiences and also notice how they relate to one another in the moment. This can help bring awareness to repeated patterns in relationships, emotions, and ways of communicating. The group offers a safe, supportive space where people can feel understood, gain insight, and begin to make meaningful changes in how they relate to themselves and others.
020 4572 6855 View 020 4572 6855
We come to know ourselves largely through others. Yet the same relational patterns that shape us can leave us feeling stuck, misunderstood, or alone. A slow-open analytic group offers a confidential space to explore how you relate, as it happens, alongside others doing the same work. Over time, members come to recognise long-standing patterns, find words for what has been hard to say, and experiment with new ways of being with people, without the consequences of everyday life. It's a uniquely powerful, and cost-efficient, form of in-depth therapy. Suitable for adults considering longer-term work. Individual preparatory meetings precede joining.
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Hosted by Katerina Dafini
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Group meets in Bromley BR1
I bring a strong clinical foundation and a commitment to providing compassionate, trauma-informed psychological support.
We come to know ourselves largely through others. Yet the same relational patterns that shape us can leave us feeling stuck, misunderstood, or alone. A slow-open analytic group offers a confidential space to explore how you relate, as it happens, alongside others doing the same work. Over time, members come to recognise long-standing patterns, find words for what has been hard to say, and experiment with new ways of being with people, without the consequences of everyday life. It's a uniquely powerful, and cost-efficient, form of in-depth therapy. Suitable for adults considering longer-term work. Individual preparatory meetings precede joining.
020 3917 4174 View 020 3917 4174
A group of therapists serving Bromley and surrounding areas. Therapy for adults, couples, families and children.
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Hosted by Melanie Chesnokov
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Group meets in Bromley BR1
I have an interest in trauma and loss and tailor my approach to your needs as an individual or couple.
A group of therapists serving Bromley and surrounding areas. Therapy for adults, couples, families and children.
07522 101363 View 07522 101363
Individual and couples therapy
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Hosted by NeuroAffective-CBT
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Group meets in London E14
Individual and couples therapy
07479 276083 View 07479 276083
Our Online Group starts on Thursday 11th September. Please get in touch for more details.
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Hosted by Tijana Urosevic
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Group meets in London NW6
I specialise in ADHD, Autism, Relationships, Couples Therapy, Trauma, PTSD and Anxiety.
Our Online Group starts on Thursday 11th September. Please get in touch for more details.
020 4572 6133 View 020 4572 6133
This is an open group which takes place throughout the year. Your first session is free
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Hosted by Mind Hubs
Psychotherapist, MSc, BPC
Group meets in London NW1
I am psychotherapist with significant training in trauma
This is an open group which takes place throughout the year. Your first session is free
020 3893 3290 View 020 3893 3290
Healing is not a commodity; it is a craft. My approach to group work was forged in some of the most rigorous clinical environments. I facilitated specialised and created groups in Harley Street, I integrated the somatic regulation with deep relational psychodynamics and trauma modalities. I ensure that the intersection of identity and trauma was held with clinical precision and radical empathy. In this Soho group, we use the Internal Family Systems (IFS) with Somatic Experiencing. We don't just talk about your parts; we feel them- in a brave space in relationship.
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Hosted by Lillie Perree
Counsellor, BACP
Group meets in London WC2H
These are the official trainings please check your therapist has this as sometimes they have done a day course I am also trained is Sensory motor psychotherapy, safe and sound protocol, polyvagal theory and trauma Informed Stabalisation Treatment
Healing is not a commodity; it is a craft. My approach to group work was forged in some of the most rigorous clinical environments. I facilitated specialised and created groups in Harley Street, I integrated the somatic regulation with deep relational psychodynamics and trauma modalities. I ensure that the intersection of identity and trauma was held with clinical precision and radical empathy. In this Soho group, we use the Internal Family Systems (IFS) with Somatic Experiencing. We don't just talk about your parts; we feel them- in a brave space in relationship.
020 8138 9335 View 020 8138 9335
Often, we may feel isolated with our problems, believing that no one truly understands what we’re going through. One of the greatest advantages of group therapy is the sense of connection it fosters, bringing together people who face similar challenges. Realizing that we’re not alone, and that we can also provide support to others, can be deeply comforting and empowering. Other key benefits of group therapy include: • Peer feedback and encouragement • Learning healthier coping strategies • Expressing feelings more clearly • Developing effective communication skills • Receiving emotional support • Offering support to others
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Hosted by Stathi Anthopoulos
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Group meets in London SW9
Often, we may feel isolated with our problems, believing that no one truly understands what we’re going through. One of the greatest advantages of group therapy is the sense of connection it fosters, bringing together people who face similar challenges. Realizing that we’re not alone, and that we can also provide support to others, can be deeply comforting and empowering. Other key benefits of group therapy include: • Peer feedback and encouragement • Learning healthier coping strategies • Expressing feelings more clearly • Developing effective communication skills • Receiving emotional support • Offering support to others
020 3856 4064 View 020 3856 4064
This is a structured 6 week online group (up to 10 participants) to explore gentle, experiential inner child work through reflection, guided visualisations and self-compassion practices. The sessions will be 1.5 hours including psychoeducation and supportive group discussion. By the end of the workshop you will understand your inner child’s needs and emotions, learn self-soothing and reparenting techniques, transform the inner critic into an ally to cultivate warmth and acceptance toward yourself. Each session is £30 or £180 in total. Next group begins on Sep 8th- Oct 13th. Register your interest by email: psychotherapywithali@gmail.com
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Hosted by Alison Letlow
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Group meets in London NW5
My work is trauma informed to help you process difficult life events in a holding environment.
This is a structured 6 week online group (up to 10 participants) to explore gentle, experiential inner child work through reflection, guided visualisations and self-compassion practices. The sessions will be 1.5 hours including psychoeducation and supportive group discussion. By the end of the workshop you will understand your inner child’s needs and emotions, learn self-soothing and reparenting techniques, transform the inner critic into an ally to cultivate warmth and acceptance toward yourself. Each session is £30 or £180 in total. Next group begins on Sep 8th- Oct 13th. Register your interest by email: psychotherapywithali@gmail.com
020 4538 0432 View 020 4538 0432
Small contained group taking place over the course of a year. The focus of the group is to explored where and how individuals can be stuck in someway in their life. Themes explored within the group are: OCD, body dysmorphia, addiction management and exploring historical trauma as a means to promote healing through connection and identification.
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Hosted by Ricky Brown
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
Group meets in Richmond TW9
Small contained group taking place over the course of a year. The focus of the group is to explored where and how individuals can be stuck in someway in their life. Themes explored within the group are: OCD, body dysmorphia, addiction management and exploring historical trauma as a means to promote healing through connection and identification.
01748 901333 View 01748 901333
This group is for people of colour who are seeking to healing and to grow from experiences of racial trauma. There is also a group available for professionals who would like to focus on performing safely in workplaces where they have experienced workplace trauma and racial bullying.
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Hosted by Minds in Session
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Group meets in London SW11
This group is for people of colour who are seeking to healing and to grow from experiences of racial trauma. There is also a group available for professionals who would like to focus on performing safely in workplaces where they have experienced workplace trauma and racial bullying.
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This is a psychotherapy group for women and men who lost a life-partner and would like to understand themselves better and find a healthier way to mourn and live their life after loss. Share your experiences, gain insights into your grief and what keeps you stuck, so you can find a way to grow your life around your loss. Giving and receiving support are a part of the group but the main focus is on creating an environment where the participants can discover themselves and work on their relationship with their loss. https://guidetoafterlife.com/
Photo of Monika Wieliczko, Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Hosted by Monika Wieliczko
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Group meets in London SE20
This is a psychotherapy group for women and men who lost a life-partner and would like to understand themselves better and find a healthier way to mourn and live their life after loss. Share your experiences, gain insights into your grief and what keeps you stuck, so you can find a way to grow your life around your loss. Giving and receiving support are a part of the group but the main focus is on creating an environment where the participants can discover themselves and work on their relationship with their loss. https://guidetoafterlife.com/
07450 088466 View 07450 088466
A group of specialist therapists working purely with the LGBTQIA+ community
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Hosted by Jemma Wilkinson
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
Group meets in Longfield DA3
I support clients experiencing anxiety, childhood trauma, attachment, ADHD, LGBTQIA and psychosis.
A group of specialist therapists working purely with the LGBTQIA+ community
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Relationships shape every aspect of our lives, yet they can often feel complicated, challenging, or even overwhelming. This online group provides a supportive space to explore the dynamics of your relationships – whether with partners, family members, or friends – while developing deeper self-awareness and practical skills to foster healthier connections. Limited to 8 members, weekly sessions focus on understanding attachment styles and how they influence relationships; learning to set and maintain healthy boundaries; identifying patterns blocking connection; developing effective communication skills; and navigating conflict resolution with confidence and clarity. Next group starts early October 2025. To apply: lysakelly@icloud.com
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Hosted by Lysa Kelly
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
Group meets in London NW1
I'm certified to use SE, Somatic EMDR and NARM for shock trauma and C- PTSD, plus IFS to improve resilience, restore inner harmony and self esteem.
Relationships shape every aspect of our lives, yet they can often feel complicated, challenging, or even overwhelming. This online group provides a supportive space to explore the dynamics of your relationships – whether with partners, family members, or friends – while developing deeper self-awareness and practical skills to foster healthier connections. Limited to 8 members, weekly sessions focus on understanding attachment styles and how they influence relationships; learning to set and maintain healthy boundaries; identifying patterns blocking connection; developing effective communication skills; and navigating conflict resolution with confidence and clarity. Next group starts early October 2025. To apply: lysakelly@icloud.com
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The Cycle Breakers Group is a small, structured, clinician-led group for adults who want to understand and change the impact of intergenerational and relational patterns. This is a closed group over 8–10 weeks, designed to create safety, consistency, and meaningful connection. You can expect: A small group (4–6 participants), weekly 90-minute sessions, blend of structured themes and open process work, opportunities for reflection, emotional processing, and relational feedback. We will gently explore patterns as they emerge - not just in your life outside the room, but within the group itself. Virtual only.
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Hosted by Raisa Luther
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Group meets in London SE1
If you're ready to experience relief from trauma, low self-esteem, or relationship struggles without spending months or years in traditional weekly therapy, a Therapy Intensive could be the right fit.
The Cycle Breakers Group is a small, structured, clinician-led group for adults who want to understand and change the impact of intergenerational and relational patterns. This is a closed group over 8–10 weeks, designed to create safety, consistency, and meaningful connection. You can expect: A small group (4–6 participants), weekly 90-minute sessions, blend of structured themes and open process work, opportunities for reflection, emotional processing, and relational feedback. We will gently explore patterns as they emerge - not just in your life outside the room, but within the group itself. Virtual only.
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Trauma and PTSD Support Groups
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.