Sexual Abuse Counselling in Cramlington

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Child Psychotherapy - Gill Murray
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Cramlington NE23
Often children’s emotions overwhelm them and they need a space & time to express them safely. Child Psychotherapy helps a child or young person explore & make sense of their reactions to a situation, event or internal struggle. This can be associated to worries about a range of difficulties including: family breakdown, transition, loss & bereavement, peer & sibling relationships, anxiety & depression.
Often children’s emotions overwhelm them and they need a space & time to express them safely. Child Psychotherapy helps a child or young person explore & make sense of their reactions to a situation, event or internal struggle. This can be associated to worries about a range of difficulties including: family breakdown, transition, loss & bereavement, peer & sibling relationships, anxiety & depression.
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Sangeeta Murkunde
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Cramlington NE23
I am highly qualified & experienced psychotherapist who has an ability to provide relaxed & safe environment for a client to explore their issues. Being an integrative psychotherapist I use different therapeutic models e.g TA, CBT etc according to the needs of my clients. I have an extensive experience in helping with a wide range of areas including anxiety, depression, work related issue, trauma, bereavement etc. I can help you to be more self aware so that you can have more clarity about your needs, how to fulfil them and move on with your life. I offer evening, weekend appointments & also provide video counselling.
I am highly qualified & experienced psychotherapist who has an ability to provide relaxed & safe environment for a client to explore their issues. Being an integrative psychotherapist I use different therapeutic models e.g TA, CBT etc according to the needs of my clients. I have an extensive experience in helping with a wide range of areas including anxiety, depression, work related issue, trauma, bereavement etc. I can help you to be more self aware so that you can have more clarity about your needs, how to fulfil them and move on with your life. I offer evening, weekend appointments & also provide video counselling.
01670 337895 View 01670 337895
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Pete Askew
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Cramlington NE23
Are you anxious or depressed about a recent or past negative experience, a life change, or for no apparent reason? Do you feel alone with this, perhaps worried about what people might think of you, or about being stuck and not able to move on? Would you like to learn some techniques to help you manage your symptoms, or be open to exploring the root of your problem for a deeper healing, perhaps you would like to do both? Would you like to find some understanding and healing in order that life can feel different?
Are you anxious or depressed about a recent or past negative experience, a life change, or for no apparent reason? Do you feel alone with this, perhaps worried about what people might think of you, or about being stuck and not able to move on? Would you like to learn some techniques to help you manage your symptoms, or be open to exploring the root of your problem for a deeper healing, perhaps you would like to do both? Would you like to find some understanding and healing in order that life can feel different?
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Next Step Psychotherapy & Wellbeing
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Cramlington NE23
Stop! No need to scroll further. Book Online Today! We are created for connection, you are not meant to do this alone. Whether you’re struggling with relationships, addiction, trauma, anxiety and depression to name a few, our team of friendly therapists are fully qualified & experienced and are at hand to help. We want to make you feel at at ease and make sure you feel comfortable in a safe and confidential environment, all of which is our top priority.
Stop! No need to scroll further. Book Online Today! We are created for connection, you are not meant to do this alone. Whether you’re struggling with relationships, addiction, trauma, anxiety and depression to name a few, our team of friendly therapists are fully qualified & experienced and are at hand to help. We want to make you feel at at ease and make sure you feel comfortable in a safe and confidential environment, all of which is our top priority.
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Michelle Robinson
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Cramlington NE23
Hi there, thanks for checking my profile. Sometimes life events can feel overwhelming and impact us in a myriad of ways. You might be feeling stuck in a rut at work or in a personal relationship and want a space to consider the reasons for this in a safe and non-judgemental relationship. I will work with whatever you bring to therapy and together we will commit to establishing your objectives and through the medium of the therapeutic relationship I will assist you towards resolution. I have experience working with under 18s, the elderly as well as adults.Areas of expertise include life transitions such as death, divorce, retirement.
Hi there, thanks for checking my profile. Sometimes life events can feel overwhelming and impact us in a myriad of ways. You might be feeling stuck in a rut at work or in a personal relationship and want a space to consider the reasons for this in a safe and non-judgemental relationship. I will work with whatever you bring to therapy and together we will commit to establishing your objectives and through the medium of the therapeutic relationship I will assist you towards resolution. I have experience working with under 18s, the elderly as well as adults.Areas of expertise include life transitions such as death, divorce, retirement.
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Psychology One-to-One
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Cramlington NE23
I can help if you're seeking psychological therapy with an experienced, dedicated and compassionate clinical psychologist. I offer a safe and comfortable space where we will work together to help you overcome your difficulties. I am a chartered clinical psychologist and have 25 years of experience working within the mental health field. I have been working in private practice since 2018 and have developed a respected and established service where i can help people across Newcastle-upon-Tyne and the North East.
I can help if you're seeking psychological therapy with an experienced, dedicated and compassionate clinical psychologist. I offer a safe and comfortable space where we will work together to help you overcome your difficulties. I am a chartered clinical psychologist and have 25 years of experience working within the mental health field. I have been working in private practice since 2018 and have developed a respected and established service where i can help people across Newcastle-upon-Tyne and the North East.
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Dr Sarah Woods
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cramlington NE23
Are you looking for CBT, EMDR or acceptance and commitment therapy? Do you struggle with depression, anxiety, symptoms of trauma (PTSD) or adjustment to physical health problems? Or perhaps you feel stuck and feel life has lost some meaning for you. I can help you understand why you feel this way and help you learn new coping skills to move forwards. Over the years, I have helped many people reach their goals, heal from trauma and overcome their difficulties. Making changes can be hard but improving our well being and truly connecting with the important things in life can make us feel fulfilled and increase satisfaction.
Are you looking for CBT, EMDR or acceptance and commitment therapy? Do you struggle with depression, anxiety, symptoms of trauma (PTSD) or adjustment to physical health problems? Or perhaps you feel stuck and feel life has lost some meaning for you. I can help you understand why you feel this way and help you learn new coping skills to move forwards. Over the years, I have helped many people reach their goals, heal from trauma and overcome their difficulties. Making changes can be hard but improving our well being and truly connecting with the important things in life can make us feel fulfilled and increase satisfaction.
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Andrew Brown
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Shields NE30
I am experienced at working with a broad range of clients and psychological conditions. I have considerable experience working with trauma, anxiety disorders, depression, loss and bereavement, as well as survivors of emotional, physical and sexual abuse and neglect. I am comfortable working both short term and long term and will tailor my approach to suit each clients unique needs and time-scale. I often find clients want and need to be heard, validated and to have a trusted person to talk with in a safe, confidential and non-judgmental environment; to work through troubling thoughts, beliefs, experiences and deep suffering
I am experienced at working with a broad range of clients and psychological conditions. I have considerable experience working with trauma, anxiety disorders, depression, loss and bereavement, as well as survivors of emotional, physical and sexual abuse and neglect. I am comfortable working both short term and long term and will tailor my approach to suit each clients unique needs and time-scale. I often find clients want and need to be heard, validated and to have a trusted person to talk with in a safe, confidential and non-judgmental environment; to work through troubling thoughts, beliefs, experiences and deep suffering
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Genevieve Theresa Buée
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Newcastle upon Tyne NE1
I also have a specialism in working with adult survivors of sexual abuse for anyone seeking support in this area of care.
Hello, I am an experienced therapist offering counselling sessions for adults and young people aged 14 and over. I provide professional insight and perspectives in approaching problems to enhance well being and create an overall positive change in understanding. This helps make meaning out of life in the "here and now" and also provides support with ongoing benefits in making life choices for the future. When situations or context do not have solutions, supporting the process of emotional healing is the focus of therapy.
I also have a specialism in working with adult survivors of sexual abuse for anyone seeking support in this area of care.
Hello, I am an experienced therapist offering counselling sessions for adults and young people aged 14 and over. I provide professional insight and perspectives in approaching problems to enhance well being and create an overall positive change in understanding. This helps make meaning out of life in the "here and now" and also provides support with ongoing benefits in making life choices for the future. When situations or context do not have solutions, supporting the process of emotional healing is the focus of therapy.
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Hazel Ahern
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Whitley Bay NE25
Hi I'm Hazel, I am a person-centred counsellor working with abuse, relationship issues, trauma and anxiety, I have also have had experience working with addiction and bereavement. I offer a private and comfortable place for you to talk about your problems. I do understand beginning counselling can be daunting so my goal is to make you feel at ease. Counselling offers support through difficult times in life, unravelling and resolving complicated feelings enabling you to move forward to make changes to improve your life and grow.
Hi I'm Hazel, I am a person-centred counsellor working with abuse, relationship issues, trauma and anxiety, I have also have had experience working with addiction and bereavement. I offer a private and comfortable place for you to talk about your problems. I do understand beginning counselling can be daunting so my goal is to make you feel at ease. Counselling offers support through difficult times in life, unravelling and resolving complicated feelings enabling you to move forward to make changes to improve your life and grow.
0191 743 1676 View 0191 743 1676
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Laura McGuinness
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Newcastle upon Tyne NE2
Waitlist for new clients
I believe that we all have an innate capacity to grow and change, and that sometimes we need to explore our personal stories to get this moving again. As children we make decisions about ourselves based on our environment; sometimes these beliefs and decisions are unkind and can leave us feeling stuck, depressed or not "good enough". Therapy helps to update these beliefs, letting go of what isn't (and may never have been) ours to carry. I have worked extensively with depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse. I currently also practice as a group therapist in an addiction service. I am BACP & UKCP registered.
I believe that we all have an innate capacity to grow and change, and that sometimes we need to explore our personal stories to get this moving again. As children we make decisions about ourselves based on our environment; sometimes these beliefs and decisions are unkind and can leave us feeling stuck, depressed or not "good enough". Therapy helps to update these beliefs, letting go of what isn't (and may never have been) ours to carry. I have worked extensively with depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse. I currently also practice as a group therapist in an addiction service. I am BACP & UKCP registered.
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Gabrielle Landric Psychotherapeutic Counselling
Counsellor, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Newcastle upon Tyne NE1
Are you experiencing depression, anxiety, feelings of emptiness or meaninglessness? Do your relationships leave you feeling unfulfilled and lonely? Are you troubled by traumatic memories? Wondering where to turn? As a relationally trained therapist, I am skilled in helping people to improve their self-esteem, to have more satisfying relationships with themselves and others and to find meaning in their lives. Perhaps you have never felt like you fit anywhere. Perhaps you were abused, neglected or bullied in childhood. Perhaps a sudden trauma, relationship betrayal or bereavement has derailed you and made you question your whole life.
Are you experiencing depression, anxiety, feelings of emptiness or meaninglessness? Do your relationships leave you feeling unfulfilled and lonely? Are you troubled by traumatic memories? Wondering where to turn? As a relationally trained therapist, I am skilled in helping people to improve their self-esteem, to have more satisfying relationships with themselves and others and to find meaning in their lives. Perhaps you have never felt like you fit anywhere. Perhaps you were abused, neglected or bullied in childhood. Perhaps a sudden trauma, relationship betrayal or bereavement has derailed you and made you question your whole life.
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Honey Summers
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Newcastle upon Tyne NE4
Do you feel weighed down by worry, stress and the demands of your life? Do you feel anxious, or depressed or low, or unmotivated and like you have lost the best part of you? Maybe you feel like you have never been able to discover the best part of you? Do you have unwanted thoughts, memories or images which you can't keep out of your mind? Are you worried about not being in the right relationship, or the right job? Do you feel confused about your feelings or unsure of the right decision to make? Do you feel like you have lost hope? You might feel lonely and unable to talk to family or friends about how you feel.
Do you feel weighed down by worry, stress and the demands of your life? Do you feel anxious, or depressed or low, or unmotivated and like you have lost the best part of you? Maybe you feel like you have never been able to discover the best part of you? Do you have unwanted thoughts, memories or images which you can't keep out of your mind? Are you worried about not being in the right relationship, or the right job? Do you feel confused about your feelings or unsure of the right decision to make? Do you feel like you have lost hope? You might feel lonely and unable to talk to family or friends about how you feel.
0191 814 7128 View 0191 814 7128
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Dr Alicia Brown
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newcastle upon Tyne NE6
I’m Alicia a Clinical Psychologist in Newcastle. I have a special interest in working with people who have experienced trauma (single event and complex). I use a number of evidence-based therapies including Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I have over 10 years’ experience and working with adults with a wide range of difficulties including anxiety, depression, phobias, stress and self-esteem problems.
I’m Alicia a Clinical Psychologist in Newcastle. I have a special interest in working with people who have experienced trauma (single event and complex). I use a number of evidence-based therapies including Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I have over 10 years’ experience and working with adults with a wide range of difficulties including anxiety, depression, phobias, stress and self-esteem problems.
0191 743 9317 View 0191 743 9317
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Dr Joanne Dixon
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Newcastle upon Tyne NE7  (Online Only)
I'm Jo, a Consultant Clinical Psychologist and CAT Practitioner. Lots of people struggle with their mental health at times and feel like they're not enough. Maybe you have a hard time liking yourself, find it hard to get your voice heard and feel like giving up trying or feel like it's only you struggling? We all have lots of messy feelings and I help people make sense of these. I love working alongside people to develop an understanding of what's gone on and how to make changes. I am experienced in been working with people with worry, mood, difficult relationship patterns, trauma and the effects these have on a person.
I'm Jo, a Consultant Clinical Psychologist and CAT Practitioner. Lots of people struggle with their mental health at times and feel like they're not enough. Maybe you have a hard time liking yourself, find it hard to get your voice heard and feel like giving up trying or feel like it's only you struggling? We all have lots of messy feelings and I help people make sense of these. I love working alongside people to develop an understanding of what's gone on and how to make changes. I am experienced in been working with people with worry, mood, difficult relationship patterns, trauma and the effects these have on a person.
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Psychology Connections On The Coast
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Whitley Bay NE25
Many of us can be our own harshest critic...never feeling good enough, never feeling as if we are "enough", not wanted or unloveable...these thoughts understandably have a big impact on our wellbeing and day to day functioning. It's not just you that feels this way - many of us struggle with these thoughts and feelings at times, but particularly if we've experienced adversity or trauma, this may have become the "norm" in the way we think about ourselves. But this can change. And when we start to think about ourselves and relate differently to ourselves, the world feels like a much better place!
Many of us can be our own harshest critic...never feeling good enough, never feeling as if we are "enough", not wanted or unloveable...these thoughts understandably have a big impact on our wellbeing and day to day functioning. It's not just you that feels this way - many of us struggle with these thoughts and feelings at times, but particularly if we've experienced adversity or trauma, this may have become the "norm" in the way we think about ourselves. But this can change. And when we start to think about ourselves and relate differently to ourselves, the world feels like a much better place!
0191 743 9400 View 0191 743 9400
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Loveday Elisabeth Koranteng
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Ponteland NE20
Are you stressed, depressed, anxious, sad or just not feeling yourself? Then counselling might be something that can help you, whether it is a new concern or a long held one. Sometimes emotional pain or life events can temporarily cloud your ability to see possible solutions, leaving you feeling stuck, confused, unhappy, anxious, sad or even shut down. The process of talking about this can gradually make things seem clearer as you make sense of your feelings and your thoughts become more ordered. You can feel change taking place, sometimes to your own surprise and so start to find a way forward that feels right for you.
Are you stressed, depressed, anxious, sad or just not feeling yourself? Then counselling might be something that can help you, whether it is a new concern or a long held one. Sometimes emotional pain or life events can temporarily cloud your ability to see possible solutions, leaving you feeling stuck, confused, unhappy, anxious, sad or even shut down. The process of talking about this can gradually make things seem clearer as you make sense of your feelings and your thoughts become more ordered. You can feel change taking place, sometimes to your own surprise and so start to find a way forward that feels right for you.
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Annabel Nicholson
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Newcastle upon Tyne NE6
I understand that for some people starting therapy may feel daunting. I am interested in building a strong, supportive relationship. My style is warm, genuine, non-judgemental and hopeful. I strongly believe in hope, you may come to therapy feeling ‘hopeless’, if you do, I believe my role is to carry hope, until you are ready to do so yourself. I am interested in people’s stories and finding meaning and making sense of patterns and repetitive unhelpful behaviour. I will encourage self-kindness and quietening internal harsh voices. I may challenge false beliefs about yourself.
I understand that for some people starting therapy may feel daunting. I am interested in building a strong, supportive relationship. My style is warm, genuine, non-judgemental and hopeful. I strongly believe in hope, you may come to therapy feeling ‘hopeless’, if you do, I believe my role is to carry hope, until you are ready to do so yourself. I am interested in people’s stories and finding meaning and making sense of patterns and repetitive unhelpful behaviour. I will encourage self-kindness and quietening internal harsh voices. I may challenge false beliefs about yourself.
0191 625 0178 View 0191 625 0178
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Dr Sally Conway
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Ponteland NE20  (Online Only)
Feeling stressed and unsure how to move forward? Overthinking past or present situations? Struggling to concentrate or avoiding things you need to do? Working so hard at being perfect that you've lost track of what matters to you? Don't worry, you're not alone. It's easy to get stuck when you feel overwhelmed and unfulfilled. If you are ready to feel heard, understood and accepted like never before, I'm offering ONLINE therapy and coaching for sensitive souls like you to overcome your challenges and traumas and live a freer, more purposeful life. Be gently guided to reconnect with your true self and reawaken your spark for life.
Feeling stressed and unsure how to move forward? Overthinking past or present situations? Struggling to concentrate or avoiding things you need to do? Working so hard at being perfect that you've lost track of what matters to you? Don't worry, you're not alone. It's easy to get stuck when you feel overwhelmed and unfulfilled. If you are ready to feel heard, understood and accepted like never before, I'm offering ONLINE therapy and coaching for sensitive souls like you to overcome your challenges and traumas and live a freer, more purposeful life. Be gently guided to reconnect with your true self and reawaken your spark for life.
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Angela Hotchkiss
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Newcastle upon Tyne NE1  (Online Only)
When it seems like there's nowhere for you to turn; when you feel like you are heading for "rock-bottom" ; you have hit crisis point, or you feel you have lost your direction, no matter what the reason, talking to a counsellor can help you to find your way through your struggle; a way that is right for you.
When it seems like there's nowhere for you to turn; when you feel like you are heading for "rock-bottom" ; you have hit crisis point, or you feel you have lost your direction, no matter what the reason, talking to a counsellor can help you to find your way through your struggle; a way that is right for you.
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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.