Trauma Therapy
Specialist Trauma-Informed Therapy for Adults
I specialise in working with adults who have experienced complex, repeated, or interpersonal trauma, including those who may have struggled to find help elsewhere.
About Trauma Therapy
Trauma can affect how we feel, think, relate to others, and experience our bodies and sense of self. For many people, trauma is not a single event but something that unfolded over time, often in situations where there was little choice or protection.
I specialise in working with adults who have experienced complex, repeated, or interpersonal trauma, including those who may have struggled to find help elsewhere.
My approach to trauma therapy
My approach is integrative and formulation-based. This means therapy begins with developing a shared understanding of how your experiences have affected you, rather than focusing solely on symptoms or diagnoses.
From this formulation, I carefully select evidence-based trauma interventions that are most appropriate for you. Therapy is paced, collaborative, and grounded in compassion, with close attention to emotional safety and stabilisation.
You do not need to know whether what you experienced “counts” as trauma, or to have a diagnosis before starting therapy. If something continues to affect your sense of safety, identity, or relationships, it deserves careful and skilled attention.
I have extensive experience working with:
- Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (C-PTSD) and PTSD
- Dissociation and dissociative presentations
- Trauma-related shame, guilt, and self-criticism
- Nervous system dysregulation and emotional overwhelm
Areas I work with include
- Trauma related to pregnancy or birth
- Traumatic bereavement
- Sexual abuse and sexual violence
- Physical abuse
- Childhood abuse and neglect
- Survivors of torture and prisoners of conscience
- Military and combat-related trauma
- Moral injury (experiences that conflict with deeply held moral or ethical values)
My work is guided by three core values
Care
My work is guided by three core values
Compassion
understanding difficulties in the context of what someone has lived through, not as personal failings.
Commitment
To high clinical standards, ethical practice, and meaningful therapeutic change.
WHY CHOOSE C3 PSYCHOLOGY SERVICES
I offer thoughtful, ethical, and evidence-based psychological support in a calm, confidential space — focused on understanding your experiences and supporting your wellbeing, growth, and personal journey.
Qualified & Experienced Psychologist
I am a HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist with extensive experience working in specialist NHS trauma services and private practice. My work is grounded in advanced clinical training, ethical practice, and a deep respect for each individual’s story.
Evidence-Based Therapeutic Approach
My practice is informed by well-established, evidence-based psychological models. Therapy is guided by careful formulation and clinical judgement, supporting lasting change through understanding, emotional regulation, and compassionate processing of difficult experiences.
Confidential & Safe Space
Your privacy is always respected. Sessions take place in a secure, confidential environment where you can speak openly and without judgement. Confidentiality is maintained in line with HCPC, professional, and legal standards.
HOW IT WORKS
Simple Steps to Begin Trauma Therapy
Starting trauma therapy doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. The process is designed to be clear, supportive, and carefully paced, helping you feel safe while working toward meaningful change.
01
Initial Conversation
A free 15–20 minute call to briefly discuss your experiences, ask questions, and explore whether trauma therapy feels right for you at this time.
02
Assessment & Preparation
A careful, supported assessment to understand your experiences, current symptoms, and needs, with attention to safety, stabilisation, and readiness for trauma-focused work.
03
Agree a Therapy Plan
Together, we develop a shared psychological formulation and clear plan for therapy, tailored to your individual experiences, goals, and pace.
04
Begin Therapy
Regular, structured sessions using evidence-based trauma therapies, paced carefully to support emotional safety, processing, and recovery.
Common Questions About Services
Frequently Asked Questions About Trauma Therapy
No. You do not need a diagnosis or to be certain that what you experienced “counts” as trauma. If your experiences continue to affect your sense of safety, identity, or relationships, trauma-informed therapy may be helpful.
No. Therapy begins with careful assessment and stabilisation. You will never be rushed or pressured to share more than feels manageable, and pacing is guided collaboratively.
This is a very common concern. Trauma therapy is paced with close attention to emotional safety and nervous system regulation. You will be supported throughout the process and not left alone with distress.
There is no fixed timeline. The length of therapy depends on your experiences, goals, and pace. This is something we will review together as therapy progresses.
Yes. Trauma-focused therapy can be delivered effectively online, and many people find it offers greater comfort and accessibility. I am currently offering online sessions only.
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Contact Information
If you prefer, you can also reach out directly using the details below.
Email Address
eleanor@C3psychology.com
