Sexual Abuse Counselling in Waltham Abbey

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Emma Adams
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waltham Abbey EN9
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.
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A Little Room of Therapy
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waltham Abbey EN9
How often have you felt that life is weighing you down? Have you ever wondered what it might be like for somebody to really listen and have the capacity to empathically connect with you? Life isn't always easy and there are always more questions than answers. Talking to a highly experienced therapist can be the most therapeutic experience you may encounter to enable you to have a deeper and better understanding of yourself, and the ability to move forward with a positive, healthier mindset. Having helped lots of people to explore their lives, the emphasis is on making positive personal changes to enable a happier fulfilling life.
How often have you felt that life is weighing you down? Have you ever wondered what it might be like for somebody to really listen and have the capacity to empathically connect with you? Life isn't always easy and there are always more questions than answers. Talking to a highly experienced therapist can be the most therapeutic experience you may encounter to enable you to have a deeper and better understanding of yourself, and the ability to move forward with a positive, healthier mindset. Having helped lots of people to explore their lives, the emphasis is on making positive personal changes to enable a happier fulfilling life.
01707 246598 View 01707 246598
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Hycinth Taylor
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
Waltham Abbey EN9
Hycinth Taylor is an integrative psychotherapist, mindfulness teacher, and clinical supervisor of both psychotherapy and mindfulness. With over 25years in the field of mental health , Hycinth specialises in working with a range of mild to moderate mental health conditions including childhood trauma, relationship issues personal and spiritual growth as well as professional development .
Hycinth Taylor is an integrative psychotherapist, mindfulness teacher, and clinical supervisor of both psychotherapy and mindfulness. With over 25years in the field of mental health , Hycinth specialises in working with a range of mild to moderate mental health conditions including childhood trauma, relationship issues personal and spiritual growth as well as professional development .
01992 940410 View 01992 940410
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Abi Agboola
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Waltham Abbey EN9  (Online Only)
I will offer you a safe, supportive and confidential space where you can talk about whatever is troubling you without fear of being judged in any way. During our sessions I will help you to gain clarity about your situation, achieve deeper personal awareness and provide you with the space to explore the changes necessary to live a more fulfilled life. I have experience of working with depression, stress and anxiety in its many different forms. Also relationship, identity issues and physical and/or emotional abuse. I offer both long and short term counselling.
I will offer you a safe, supportive and confidential space where you can talk about whatever is troubling you without fear of being judged in any way. During our sessions I will help you to gain clarity about your situation, achieve deeper personal awareness and provide you with the space to explore the changes necessary to live a more fulfilled life. I have experience of working with depression, stress and anxiety in its many different forms. Also relationship, identity issues and physical and/or emotional abuse. I offer both long and short term counselling.
020 3962 1112 View 020 3962 1112
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Shannon Talbot
Psychotherapist, COSRT General
Verified Verified
Waltham Abbey EN9
Anxiety around intimacy, relationships, or sexual concerns is incredibly common, and the overarching impact that these issues can have on your health and happiness is often underestimated and undervalued. Forming meaningful and honest connections with people including yourself, and feeling empowered to truly accept and project how you feel - good and bad - is challenging with sex and relationships being no exception. Shedding light on the unconscious and bringing new perspectives to your world can be the seed from which healing and personal development grow.
Anxiety around intimacy, relationships, or sexual concerns is incredibly common, and the overarching impact that these issues can have on your health and happiness is often underestimated and undervalued. Forming meaningful and honest connections with people including yourself, and feeling empowered to truly accept and project how you feel - good and bad - is challenging with sex and relationships being no exception. Shedding light on the unconscious and bringing new perspectives to your world can be the seed from which healing and personal development grow.
020 3994 2120 View 020 3994 2120
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Angela Connoley
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Waltham Abbey EN9
I appreciate it may have taken a great deal of courage to arrive at my profile today and I extend a warm welcome to you. I understand and value highly the support that counselling provides, particularly at a time when it feels as though you are struggling alone with few options. Maybe you're feeling a bit lost, anxious, stressed, depressed or confused. Struggling with something and could use some support to help explore and resolve it? Are you ready to make some changes to improve the quality of your life? Let's take the journey together to find understanding, clarity and relief as you gain improvement to the quality of your life.
I appreciate it may have taken a great deal of courage to arrive at my profile today and I extend a warm welcome to you. I understand and value highly the support that counselling provides, particularly at a time when it feels as though you are struggling alone with few options. Maybe you're feeling a bit lost, anxious, stressed, depressed or confused. Struggling with something and could use some support to help explore and resolve it? Are you ready to make some changes to improve the quality of your life? Let's take the journey together to find understanding, clarity and relief as you gain improvement to the quality of your life.
01707 938845 View 01707 938845
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Claire Nixon
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Waltham Abbey EN9
I am a dedicated, enthusiastic and compassionate counsellor and psychotherapist with extensive experience, working with children, adolescents, adults, parents and families who is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) I believe that therapy is a powerful tool which will help people to heal, refocus and progress in a healthier and more productive way. I offer a warm, caring relationship without judgement and provide a safe space to explore a variety of difficulties.
I am a dedicated, enthusiastic and compassionate counsellor and psychotherapist with extensive experience, working with children, adolescents, adults, parents and families who is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) I believe that therapy is a powerful tool which will help people to heal, refocus and progress in a healthier and more productive way. I offer a warm, caring relationship without judgement and provide a safe space to explore a variety of difficulties.
07429 891684 View 07429 891684
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MB Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Waltham Abbey EN9
Waitlist for new clients
As a CBT therapist I work well with any depression or anxiety based disorders including low self esteem, generalised anxiety, OCD, PTSD, Health anxiety, social anxiety, Phobias and panic disorder. People are often bothered by highly distressing symptoms and have a clear idea about what they would like to get from therapy which is usually a reduction of symptoms and getting life back on track. People often seek clarity and an explanation for their distress followed by solutions of how to deal with them. My specialist area of interests are trauma, GAD, co-morbid long term health conditions and adolescents.
As a CBT therapist I work well with any depression or anxiety based disorders including low self esteem, generalised anxiety, OCD, PTSD, Health anxiety, social anxiety, Phobias and panic disorder. People are often bothered by highly distressing symptoms and have a clear idea about what they would like to get from therapy which is usually a reduction of symptoms and getting life back on track. People often seek clarity and an explanation for their distress followed by solutions of how to deal with them. My specialist area of interests are trauma, GAD, co-morbid long term health conditions and adolescents.
01279 260402 View 01279 260402
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Louisa Levy
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Waltham Abbey EN9
Louisa appreciates it may feel a little daunting to be here. As a qualified and experienced counsellor she is able to support with a range of issues including bereavement, depression anxiety, relationship difficulties and Autism. While exploring with you difficulties or changes life may present. Her approach is to come alongside you in a non-judgmental and empathic manner to work through these challenges together. In working in a flexible and integrative way we move towards your goals. Sessions are of a 50 minute duration.
Louisa appreciates it may feel a little daunting to be here. As a qualified and experienced counsellor she is able to support with a range of issues including bereavement, depression anxiety, relationship difficulties and Autism. While exploring with you difficulties or changes life may present. Her approach is to come alongside you in a non-judgmental and empathic manner to work through these challenges together. In working in a flexible and integrative way we move towards your goals. Sessions are of a 50 minute duration.
07481 341867 View 07481 341867

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Sabi Chahal
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Loughton IG10
I have over 23 years of experience helping individuals and couples globally . I am dedicated to providing you with a secure foundation built on trust, honesty, and safety. If you're feeling lost, anxious, fearful, or experiencing depression I am here to help you explore and address these symptoms. Together, we can work towards meaningful changes in areas of your life that feel out of balance. I understand taking the first step towards therapy can feel daunting. I offer support holding a space which provides empathy and compassion. I listen attentively to your needs.
I have over 23 years of experience helping individuals and couples globally . I am dedicated to providing you with a secure foundation built on trust, honesty, and safety. If you're feeling lost, anxious, fearful, or experiencing depression I am here to help you explore and address these symptoms. Together, we can work towards meaningful changes in areas of your life that feel out of balance. I understand taking the first step towards therapy can feel daunting. I offer support holding a space which provides empathy and compassion. I listen attentively to your needs.
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Tama Hill-Murrian - Aravah Therapy Service
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Loughton IG10
Hi, my name is Tama...thanks for stopping by. I imagine you've surfed a number of counsellor profiles and websites before landing on mine. You're trying to feel connected to a complete stranger through words that might somehow move, resonate or click with what you're feeling. You ask yourself will I be safe, can I be vulnerable, is she going to judge me? I get it and I understand the position you are in so rather than trying to convince you, I will just be myself and hope that I've at least caught your interest. No jargon or buzz words, just the facts.
Hi, my name is Tama...thanks for stopping by. I imagine you've surfed a number of counsellor profiles and websites before landing on mine. You're trying to feel connected to a complete stranger through words that might somehow move, resonate or click with what you're feeling. You ask yourself will I be safe, can I be vulnerable, is she going to judge me? I get it and I understand the position you are in so rather than trying to convince you, I will just be myself and hope that I've at least caught your interest. No jargon or buzz words, just the facts.
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Sarah Trenam
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Loughton IG10
Are you experiencing a low mood and feeling overwhelmed, stressed, sad or anxious? I will support you to explore these through offering flexible therapy that works around you through face to face, online, or phone counselling. There maybe other aspects of your life that you may want support with, such as; relationship difficulties, grief, self esteem, the pressure of modern day life, work challenges, becoming a new parent. I am experienced in offering support with more complex issues such as addiction, dual diagnosis, supporting prenatal and postnatal women.
Are you experiencing a low mood and feeling overwhelmed, stressed, sad or anxious? I will support you to explore these through offering flexible therapy that works around you through face to face, online, or phone counselling. There maybe other aspects of your life that you may want support with, such as; relationship difficulties, grief, self esteem, the pressure of modern day life, work challenges, becoming a new parent. I am experienced in offering support with more complex issues such as addiction, dual diagnosis, supporting prenatal and postnatal women.
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Anthony Birbeck
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Loughton IG10
I am an experienced Psychodynamic Counsellor offering affordable counselling to those who feel burdened by emotional problems in their lives. I understand that starting counselling is an important decision for you and can be a daunting prospect; choosing the right counsellor, wondering what will happen and if and how you can feel better. If this is how you feel, you are not alone.
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Fleur Hocking
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Loughton IG10
I am passionate about helping people find a happier and more fulfilled way of life. You may be struggling with depression, anxiety, recent or past trauma or you may be concerned about your relationship, having difficulty communicating or dealing with the aftermath of an affair. I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental and safe place to explore whatever your difficulties are and work through these side by side. I draw upon different approaches to provide a bespoke service to each of my client's particular issues. I have extensive experience working for Relate and in private practice with individuals and couples.
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Anthony Mack Therapy
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Loughton IG10
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Laura Saffill
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Loughton IG10
I’m a qualified and experienced Counsellor working with adults and young people. Based in Epping, I offer both long and short term counselling dependant on your needs.
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Marie Asaolu
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Loughton IG10
Sometimes you may feel like you have lost your voice and who you are; you may feel deeply affected by life events such as a separation , a traumatic event, the loss of someone close to you or the loss of something important to you. You wish to find freedom from those feelings and get yourself unstuck but you find that dealing with those emotions and day to day life is too difficult, maybe because events in your past that you do not want to impact your future, are affecting your present. It could just be that life is happening around you but you find yourself lost in the routine and want to find your dreams again…
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Nancy Keeble
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Loughton IG10
I am a fully qualified counsellor, I have experience working with depression, anxiety, berevement ,eating disorder, trauma, addiction and many more presenting issues. I work with you, along side you to help you explore, understand and accept what is going on at the core. I believe that a holistic approach to healing will have a profound effect on your mental and physical wellbeing. Every client brings a different energy into the room so a adapt my approach accordingly. I offer a professional, safe and non judgemental, confidential service. Helping you to go from surviving to thriving at your own pace.
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Karen Bolton
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
Loughton IG10
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Dr Brittni Jones
Psychologist, CPsychol
Verified Verified
Loughton IG10
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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.