Sexual Abuse Counselling in Ingatestone

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Nathalie Macleod
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Ingatestone CM4
Welcome. I am a BACP Accredited counsellor with experience working with adults, couples and young people. At times in our lives, events can swamp us and we can struggle to cope. I have experience working with clients with various backgrounds. I can help you with anxiety, stress, self esteem issues, low mood, depression, relationship issues, experiencing chronic illness, along with suicidal ideation. My approach can help you understand yourself better and explore ways to bring about positive change.
Welcome. I am a BACP Accredited counsellor with experience working with adults, couples and young people. At times in our lives, events can swamp us and we can struggle to cope. I have experience working with clients with various backgrounds. I can help you with anxiety, stress, self esteem issues, low mood, depression, relationship issues, experiencing chronic illness, along with suicidal ideation. My approach can help you understand yourself better and explore ways to bring about positive change.
01245 950892 View 01245 950892
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Elizabeth Anne Lawrence
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ingatestone CM4
I offer a confidential and non judgemental place in which you can talk about, and explore areas of difficulty in your life. From an immediate crisis, such as a relationship breakdown, bereavement, addiction or it may be due to more long term problems such as feeling low, anxious, depressed or feeling the need to make changes on a professional level. I will help you to gain understanding, create solutions, strategies and progress positively. Using an integrative approach, utilising methods to suit your needs. I work with adults, children and young adults, offering Counselling, Life Coaching, Supervision and Nutrition Counselling.
I offer a confidential and non judgemental place in which you can talk about, and explore areas of difficulty in your life. From an immediate crisis, such as a relationship breakdown, bereavement, addiction or it may be due to more long term problems such as feeling low, anxious, depressed or feeling the need to make changes on a professional level. I will help you to gain understanding, create solutions, strategies and progress positively. Using an integrative approach, utilising methods to suit your needs. I work with adults, children and young adults, offering Counselling, Life Coaching, Supervision and Nutrition Counselling.
01245 330280 View 01245 330280
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humanskind - stuart dean
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Ingatestone CM4
I know how it feels. I’ve trawled these sites looking for something that stands out, someone a bit different. Someone real. Feeling lost, feeling alone, feeling so down. Wanting to find that person I could, just perhaps, take a leap of faith with. I won’t promise I’ve been exactly where you are or where you’ve been, because I can’t. Nobody can. As humans we are all unique; each of us is a special, individual creature.
I know how it feels. I’ve trawled these sites looking for something that stands out, someone a bit different. Someone real. Feeling lost, feeling alone, feeling so down. Wanting to find that person I could, just perhaps, take a leap of faith with. I won’t promise I’ve been exactly where you are or where you’ve been, because I can’t. Nobody can. As humans we are all unique; each of us is a special, individual creature.
01245 945322 View 01245 945322
Photo of Sarah MacLean, HCPC - Clin. Psych., Psychologist
Sarah MacLean
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Ingatestone CM4
Hi. My name is Dr. Sarah MacLean. I’m a highly trained and experienced Clinical Psychologist providing a professional psychology service based in Chelmsford, Essex and also online. I work with people with a wide range of emotional and psychological difficulties including but not limited to anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, grief, obsessive-compulsive disorder, psychosis, personality disorder, relationship and interpersonal difficulties. Within my practice, I will work collaboratively with you in order to help you understand your difficulties and distress and help you find relief and make the changes towards the life you seek.
Hi. My name is Dr. Sarah MacLean. I’m a highly trained and experienced Clinical Psychologist providing a professional psychology service based in Chelmsford, Essex and also online. I work with people with a wide range of emotional and psychological difficulties including but not limited to anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, grief, obsessive-compulsive disorder, psychosis, personality disorder, relationship and interpersonal difficulties. Within my practice, I will work collaboratively with you in order to help you understand your difficulties and distress and help you find relief and make the changes towards the life you seek.
01245 945248 View 01245 945248
Photo of Sophie Atkinson, BACP, Counsellor
Sophie Atkinson
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Ingatestone CM4
You may have some ideas as to why you are seeking counselling or you may simply feel the need to talk to someone. You might experienced a loss, bereavement, a change in family circumstances or a relationship. You might be suffering from an illness or health problems. Perhaps you have problems at work, with your employment or finances. You might have lost touch with yourself or feel uncertain about a life decision. You may be confused, unhappy, depressed, anxious, worried or sad. You may have concerns about your body, weight, appearance, sexuality, drugs or alcohol. You may experienced a trauma or an abusive relationship.
You may have some ideas as to why you are seeking counselling or you may simply feel the need to talk to someone. You might experienced a loss, bereavement, a change in family circumstances or a relationship. You might be suffering from an illness or health problems. Perhaps you have problems at work, with your employment or finances. You might have lost touch with yourself or feel uncertain about a life decision. You may be confused, unhappy, depressed, anxious, worried or sad. You may have concerns about your body, weight, appearance, sexuality, drugs or alcohol. You may experienced a trauma or an abusive relationship.
01245 206487 View 01245 206487
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Laura Butler Psychological Therapy Ltd.
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ingatestone CM4  (Online Only)
Are you fed up of feeling anxious, stressed or low in mood? Are you struggling with a trauma that has affected your life? Or would your child or teenager benefit from some therapeutic support? Invest in your or your families' mental health and be able to start living the life you would like to. We have no waiting lists, sessions available weekdays, evenings and weekends, a choice of therapists who work from different therapeutic approaches and with adults, young people or children. All of our sessions are remote meaning that you can conveniently fit them into your life and from the comfort of your own home.
Are you fed up of feeling anxious, stressed or low in mood? Are you struggling with a trauma that has affected your life? Or would your child or teenager benefit from some therapeutic support? Invest in your or your families' mental health and be able to start living the life you would like to. We have no waiting lists, sessions available weekdays, evenings and weekends, a choice of therapists who work from different therapeutic approaches and with adults, young people or children. All of our sessions are remote meaning that you can conveniently fit them into your life and from the comfort of your own home.
01245 945426 View 01245 945426
Photo of Tracy Ann Phillips, PsychD, MUKCP, Counsellor
Tracy Ann Phillips
Counsellor, PsychD, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Ingatestone CM4
I understand it is sometimes hard to make the step towards having therapy. If you are at a point in your life where you need support or guidance in bringing about change, I offer a non judgemental, confidential, compassionate and warm space. Through working together to resolve difficult experiences in various ways, you will begin to see life from a different perspective. This will enable you to understand yourself better, gain more confidence and calm anxieties and depression. I keep up to date with various courses's and reading for continuing professional development. I also work with the Police Firearms Officers Association.
I understand it is sometimes hard to make the step towards having therapy. If you are at a point in your life where you need support or guidance in bringing about change, I offer a non judgemental, confidential, compassionate and warm space. Through working together to resolve difficult experiences in various ways, you will begin to see life from a different perspective. This will enable you to understand yourself better, gain more confidence and calm anxieties and depression. I keep up to date with various courses's and reading for continuing professional development. I also work with the Police Firearms Officers Association.
01277 288671 View 01277 288671

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Photo of Jennifer Maria Onwufuju - Still I Rise Therapy (SIRT), MBACP Accred, Counsellor
Still I Rise Therapy (SIRT)
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Basildon SS13
I am a passionate, integrative Children and Adolescents Therapist (4-18yrs) MBACP (Accred). I have worked with Children and Adolescents, and their families for 25 years in both the voluntary and statutory sector, as well as the education sector. I have extensive experience working with children and adolescents who are survivors of sexual abuse and domestic violence. My training in Child Counselling and Traumatology and PTSD has enabled me to have a strong foundation in understanding the emotional, social, and psychology, of child’s mental health. I provide a warm, Friendly, Honest, transparent and non-judgemental space.
I am a passionate, integrative Children and Adolescents Therapist (4-18yrs) MBACP (Accred). I have worked with Children and Adolescents, and their families for 25 years in both the voluntary and statutory sector, as well as the education sector. I have extensive experience working with children and adolescents who are survivors of sexual abuse and domestic violence. My training in Child Counselling and Traumatology and PTSD has enabled me to have a strong foundation in understanding the emotional, social, and psychology, of child’s mental health. I provide a warm, Friendly, Honest, transparent and non-judgemental space.
01268 437470 View 01268 437470
Photo of Jacqueline Sawkins - Therapy Solutions in Mind - Jacqueline Sawkins , MBABCP, Psychotherapist
Therapy Solutions in Mind - Jacqueline Sawkins
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chelmsford CM1
Whether you have been diagnosed with a mental health disorder, are experiencing symptoms of anxiety, trauma or depression, or are struggling with general life stressors, therapy can help you identify areas impacting on your wellbeing and provide you with confidence and the tools to make positive change. I offer individual EMDR Therapy and CBT Psychotherapy for adults experiencing a wide range of difficulties, some of which include trauma, PTSD, bereavement, stress, and physical/sexual abuse and more. We currently have availability for in person and online. NEW for JULY 2024 - FRIDAY appointments starting SOON. Contact to reserve.
Whether you have been diagnosed with a mental health disorder, are experiencing symptoms of anxiety, trauma or depression, or are struggling with general life stressors, therapy can help you identify areas impacting on your wellbeing and provide you with confidence and the tools to make positive change. I offer individual EMDR Therapy and CBT Psychotherapy for adults experiencing a wide range of difficulties, some of which include trauma, PTSD, bereavement, stress, and physical/sexual abuse and more. We currently have availability for in person and online. NEW for JULY 2024 - FRIDAY appointments starting SOON. Contact to reserve.
01473 943291 View 01473 943291
Photo of Emma Adams, MBACP, Counsellor
Emma Adams
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ongar CM5
I work with both individuals and couples from a lovely, discreet counselling room on the edge of Epping, within easy distance from Harlow, Loughton, Ongar, Chigwell and Waltham Abbey. I work with couples who have usually either hit a crisis point in their relationship or experienced a gradual deterioration over time and require help to get back on track. I support individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, low self-esteem, loneliness, trauma, sexual abuse, co-dependency, loss and bereavement. My couples training has been with Relate, working with many issues including infidelity, loss of desire, conflict, anger etc.
I work with both individuals and couples from a lovely, discreet counselling room on the edge of Epping, within easy distance from Harlow, Loughton, Ongar, Chigwell and Waltham Abbey. I work with couples who have usually either hit a crisis point in their relationship or experienced a gradual deterioration over time and require help to get back on track. I support individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, low self-esteem, loneliness, trauma, sexual abuse, co-dependency, loss and bereavement. My couples training has been with Relate, working with many issues including infidelity, loss of desire, conflict, anger etc.
01992 927826 View 01992 927826
Photo of Bryanna Melody Martin, MBACP, Counsellor
Bryanna Melody Martin
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Wickford SS12
I have also worked extensively with physical, mental and sexual abuse.
Hello, I would love to be able to help if I can. I provide a caring, safe space to allow clients to explore issues that may be preventing them leading a fulfilling life. I have been a qualified Counsellor for 16 years. I have worked with individuals, couples and groups on a wide range of issues including, bereavement, anxiety, all forms of abuse, relationship issues, low self esteem, burn out, marriage difficulties, family issues, and many more.
I have also worked extensively with physical, mental and sexual abuse.
Hello, I would love to be able to help if I can. I provide a caring, safe space to allow clients to explore issues that may be preventing them leading a fulfilling life. I have been a qualified Counsellor for 16 years. I have worked with individuals, couples and groups on a wide range of issues including, bereavement, anxiety, all forms of abuse, relationship issues, low self esteem, burn out, marriage difficulties, family issues, and many more.
01268 437421 View 01268 437421
Photo of Rachel Ann West, MBACP Accred, Counsellor
Rachel Ann West
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Chelmsford CM2
Are you suffering from the effects of trauma either in the past or more recently. These experiences can leave us with lasting emotional imprints negatively affecting how we live and robbing us of a rewarding and joyful life. I work in a safe and non-judgmental way, giving you the space to explore the challenges the trauma has caused you. Every person's needs are unique and I work with you as an individual, regular reviews ensure we are working towards your goals. I work to foster resilience and empowerment so that you can live your life on your terms.
Are you suffering from the effects of trauma either in the past or more recently. These experiences can leave us with lasting emotional imprints negatively affecting how we live and robbing us of a rewarding and joyful life. I work in a safe and non-judgmental way, giving you the space to explore the challenges the trauma has caused you. Every person's needs are unique and I work with you as an individual, regular reviews ensure we are working towards your goals. I work to foster resilience and empowerment so that you can live your life on your terms.
01702 969318 View 01702 969318
Photo of Lynda P Gooby, MBACP, Counsellor
Lynda P Gooby
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Billericay CM12
I am a fully accredited, qualified integrative counsellor and clinical hypnotherapist providing time-limited and longer term therapy for adults, children and couples. I have an integrative training which enables me to draw upon a range of approaches including transactional analysis, cognitive behavioural therapy and person centred, to help clients explore what brings them to therapy. I work with a range of issues including: Anxiety Bereavement & loss Childhood trauma Coping with illness & long term health conditions Depression Domestic abuse Loss of direction in life Low self-esteem Phobias Redundancy Relationship difficulties.
I am a fully accredited, qualified integrative counsellor and clinical hypnotherapist providing time-limited and longer term therapy for adults, children and couples. I have an integrative training which enables me to draw upon a range of approaches including transactional analysis, cognitive behavioural therapy and person centred, to help clients explore what brings them to therapy. I work with a range of issues including: Anxiety Bereavement & loss Childhood trauma Coping with illness & long term health conditions Depression Domestic abuse Loss of direction in life Low self-esteem Phobias Redundancy Relationship difficulties.
01245 673770 View 01245 673770
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Stacey Neill
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Basildon SS15
My name is Stacey Neill, I am a fully qualified BACP registered Psychodynamic and trauma informed counsellor. I offer brief and long term, one-to-one counselling for young people (16+) and adults either by phone, online or face to face. I offer a safe, empathetic, confidential, and non-judgemental space for you to be able to promote healing, build self-awareness, build self-esteem and to be heard to help you move forward in your life. As a trauma informed therapist I can provide a grounded presence where you can begin to explore your trauma while feeling safe, and listened to.
My name is Stacey Neill, I am a fully qualified BACP registered Psychodynamic and trauma informed counsellor. I offer brief and long term, one-to-one counselling for young people (16+) and adults either by phone, online or face to face. I offer a safe, empathetic, confidential, and non-judgemental space for you to be able to promote healing, build self-awareness, build self-esteem and to be heard to help you move forward in your life. As a trauma informed therapist I can provide a grounded presence where you can begin to explore your trauma while feeling safe, and listened to.
01268 208875 View 01268 208875
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Nursac Durmus
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified Verified
South Woodham Ferrers CM3
I am an experienced Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist & EMDR Therapist with experience in both NHS and private practice. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) explores the link between what you do, what you think and how you feel. Unfortunately, life presents us with difficulties and usually we are able to cope well on our own with these situations. There are occasions, when for whatever reason, we need help from someone else, which is usually a friend,colleague or family member. Sometimes, however, you might find you have no one to turn to or talking to a friend or loved one seems too difficult, painful or just too complicated.
I am an experienced Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist & EMDR Therapist with experience in both NHS and private practice. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) explores the link between what you do, what you think and how you feel. Unfortunately, life presents us with difficulties and usually we are able to cope well on our own with these situations. There are occasions, when for whatever reason, we need help from someone else, which is usually a friend,colleague or family member. Sometimes, however, you might find you have no one to turn to or talking to a friend or loved one seems too difficult, painful or just too complicated.
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Dr Sarah Shillingford
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Brentwood CM13
Are you finding things feel too much? Perhaps you're used to looking after everyone else and feel like you need space for yourself. You might have had difficult or traumatic experiences in your life that make it difficult to build relationships with others. The journey towards you goals will likely have its challenges but you have taken a really important step in seeking support. I am a trauma specialist and can help with difficulties associated with all kinds of trauma, this includes birth trauma and helping you if you are an adult survivor of childhood trauma.
Are you finding things feel too much? Perhaps you're used to looking after everyone else and feel like you need space for yourself. You might have had difficult or traumatic experiences in your life that make it difficult to build relationships with others. The journey towards you goals will likely have its challenges but you have taken a really important step in seeking support. I am a trauma specialist and can help with difficulties associated with all kinds of trauma, this includes birth trauma and helping you if you are an adult survivor of childhood trauma.
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Kirstie Eames
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, BACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Basildon SS15  (Online Only)
My name is Kirstie Eames and I’m here to help and support you to gain the skills you need to make a positive move forward. I offer one to one Integrative and Trauma counselling in a safe, confidential, Empathetic, non-judgemental space for you to be able to promote healing, build self-awareness, build self-esteem and to be heard to help you move forward in your life. As a trauma informed therapist I can provide a grounded presence where you can begin to explore your trauma while feeling safe, listened to, and held. I also work with more generalised mental health such as depression, all anxiety, PD's, behaviour disorders and OCD
My name is Kirstie Eames and I’m here to help and support you to gain the skills you need to make a positive move forward. I offer one to one Integrative and Trauma counselling in a safe, confidential, Empathetic, non-judgemental space for you to be able to promote healing, build self-awareness, build self-esteem and to be heard to help you move forward in your life. As a trauma informed therapist I can provide a grounded presence where you can begin to explore your trauma while feeling safe, listened to, and held. I also work with more generalised mental health such as depression, all anxiety, PD's, behaviour disorders and OCD
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Photo of Karen Louise Hardy - Bachelor Of Arts With Honours First Class, MBACP Accred, Psychotherapist
Karen Louise Hardy - Bachelor Of Arts With Honours First Class
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chelmsford CM1
Everyone is an individual who experiences life and the issues it throws, in very different ways. No 'one' sure way fits all - that is my Moto. We are individuals. Whatever anyone is feeling they shouldn't believe that they can "just cope" because everyone else seems to be doing ok. Its all relative! Depression/anxiety/stress/ lack of self worth and esteem are all problems in todays society and many suffer in silence. You don't need to. Often by talking and getting your problems out in the open is the first step to healing. Their voice to be heard and feelings to be listened to. Trust and the therapeutic relationship are key.
Everyone is an individual who experiences life and the issues it throws, in very different ways. No 'one' sure way fits all - that is my Moto. We are individuals. Whatever anyone is feeling they shouldn't believe that they can "just cope" because everyone else seems to be doing ok. Its all relative! Depression/anxiety/stress/ lack of self worth and esteem are all problems in todays society and many suffer in silence. You don't need to. Often by talking and getting your problems out in the open is the first step to healing. Their voice to be heard and feelings to be listened to. Trust and the therapeutic relationship are key.
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Photo of Sarah Jayne Devine - Devine Therapy, MBACP Accred, Psychotherapist
Devine Therapy
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Brentwood CM13
Waitlist for new clients
Often people searching for support don’t quite know what they are looking for. With so many different ways of treating what you may be suffering with it can often seem overwhelming just looking for the best therapist for you. Do you really have the time to be researching what all the different therapies do? I didn’t! When I needed therapy, I wanted support as soon as possible. I spoke to a few therapists and went with who sounded the friendliest. Hello, I am Sarah Devine, and I am a qualified psychotherapist and trauma psychotherapist. I specialize in trauma, PTSD and complex, developmental PTSD.
Often people searching for support don’t quite know what they are looking for. With so many different ways of treating what you may be suffering with it can often seem overwhelming just looking for the best therapist for you. Do you really have the time to be researching what all the different therapies do? I didn’t! When I needed therapy, I wanted support as soon as possible. I spoke to a few therapists and went with who sounded the friendliest. Hello, I am Sarah Devine, and I am a qualified psychotherapist and trauma psychotherapist. I specialize in trauma, PTSD and complex, developmental PTSD.
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Chelmsford Counselling and Therapy Centre
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Chelmsford CM1
Our aim at the Chelmsford Counselling and Therapy Centre is to inspire growth , help clients bring about change leading to self - fulfilment. I work along side a group of Counsellors and Therapists so be can be very responsive to client needs. We work with adults, children as well as couples.We also offer a low cost Counselling Service for individual adults provided by Counsellors in training.
Our aim at the Chelmsford Counselling and Therapy Centre is to inspire growth , help clients bring about change leading to self - fulfilment. I work along side a group of Counsellors and Therapists so be can be very responsive to client needs. We work with adults, children as well as couples.We also offer a low cost Counselling Service for individual adults provided by Counsellors in training.
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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.