Safety and alertness
Feeling constantly on guard, easily startled, numb, detached or unable to settle.
Trauma therapy
Care that makes room for safety, choice and a manageable pace.
Trauma therapy can help with the effects of recent, repeated or earlier experiences without requiring you to tell the whole story before you are ready.
The effects of trauma
Trauma can affect far more than memory.
Its impact may be emotional, physical, relational and practical. Some people connect their difficulties clearly to an event. Others notice the effects long before they have words for what happened.
Memories and reminders
Intrusive memories, nightmares, avoidance or strong reactions to situations that resemble what happened.
Mood and self-belief
Shame, guilt, anger, hopelessness or beliefs that you are unsafe, damaged or responsible.
Relationships
Difficulty trusting, setting boundaries, feeling close to others or staying present during conflict.
Body and concentration
Sleep disruption, physical tension, fatigue, pain, dissociation or difficulty thinking clearly.
Work and everyday life
Reduced confidence, withdrawal, overwork, irritability or a shrinking sense of what feels possible.
A phased approach
Processing is only one part of trauma therapy.
- 01UnderstandClarify the current effects, context, risks, supports and what you want from therapy.
- 02PrepareBuild enough stability, emotional regulation and shared understanding for the work ahead.
- 03ProcessUse an appropriate method, such as EMDR or cognitive and schema-based work, when the timing is right.
- 04IntegrateConnect gains to relationships, identity, daily life and a broader sense of choice.
Common questions
Beginning trauma-focused work.
Will I have to describe the trauma in detail straight away?
No. Early work is about understanding your current needs, safety and readiness. Detailed processing is not the starting point for everyone and should not be rushed.
Does trauma therapy always involve EMDR?
No. EMDR is one possible approach. Therapy may also draw from cognitive, schema, acceptance-based, relational or skills-focused methods according to the person and the problem.
Can recent and longstanding trauma both be addressed?
Yes. People seek help after a recent incident, repeated occupational exposure, medical trauma, interpersonal violence or experiences from childhood.
Taking the next step
Start with a private enquiry.
You only need to share the broad reason you are seeking help and any information needed to arrange safe contact. More detailed discussion can happen privately.
Request an appointment