The effects of trauma
You may want help following an accident, assault, medical experience or another distressing event. You can begin by discussing the effect it is having on your life.
Online therapy for trauma, PTSD & abuse
Difficult experiences can continue to affect how you feel, even long after they happened. You can ask for support without having to explain everything at once.
Explore therapists who offer support in this area, ask about their training and discuss a way of working that feels appropriate for you. Our team can help you consider your next step.
Online support across the UK · from £24 · Confirm suitability and availability before booking.
Support shaped around your experiences
PTSD and complex PTSD
These conditions require an appropriate assessment and treatment plan. Ask about the practitioner’s specific experience, training and whether specialist treatment or a referral would be suitable.
Support after abuse
Childhood or adult experiences of abuse may affect relationships, confidence and your sense of safety. An initial conversation can focus on what you need now and how you would like to be supported.
Finding an appropriate approach
Talking can offer space to explore feelings and experiences. For PTSD, treatments include trauma-focused cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR).
These are specialist approaches requiring relevant training. Not every practitioner in this category offers them. Check the individual profile and ask about qualifications, experience and suitability before choosing a therapist.
What to discuss before starting
Ask how your therapist works, what an assessment involves, how you can pause a session and what support is available between appointments. You can discuss confidentiality and its limits before deciding what to share.
If you think you may have PTSD, or symptoms are affecting daily life, speak with your GP about assessment and treatment options. You do not need a diagnosis to make an initial enquiry with us.
Find a therapist for trauma, PTSD & abuse support
Explore the practitioners’ profiles, relevant training, approaches and current fees. Confirm their experience with your needs, the ages they work with and whether online sessions are appropriate for you.
9 therapists listed. Confirm suitability, session length and availability with your chosen provider.
Andrew Gonsalves
Person-Centred Counsellor
Explore difficult feelings and everyday pressures at a pace that suits you.
From £40
individual session
Sarah Jane de Neumann
CBT-Informed Life Coach
Coaching support for emotional wellbeing, confidence and practical next steps.
From £40
individual session
John Davis
Counsellor
Counselling for anxiety, low mood and challenges affecting daily life.
From £24
30-minute session (£40 for one hour)
Jess Goodman
Counsellor
A supportive space for worry, low mood, stress and emotional overwhelm.
From £24
30-minute session (£40 for one hour)
Kathryn Fines
Humanistic, Trauma & EMDR Therapist
Space to explore anxiety, low mood and difficult experiences with support.
From £40
individual session
Hannah French
Psychotherapist & Hypnotherapist
An individual approach to exploring anxiety, low mood and emotional wellbeing.
From £48
individual session
Caroline Sanders
Person-Centred Counsellor
Warm, non-judgemental person-centred counselling to explore your thoughts and feelings and understand yourself better. Caroline welcomes people from all backgrounds, with understanding informed by her lived experience as a queer woman with ADHD.
From £40
individual session
Karmel Cafolla
CBT & Relationship Therapist
Support with anxiety, low mood and patterns that can feel hard to shift.
From £40
individual session
Edyta Fratczak
Integrative & Person-Centred Counsellor
Warm, person-centred support with anxiety, low mood, confidence, grief and life changes, shaped around your needs and pace.
From £40
individual session
A simple way to get started
- Explore a profile. Read about the practitioner’s approach, experience, fees and session options.
- Ask questions. Contact us if you would like help choosing. A free consultation is with an advisor who can discuss suitable therapists; it does not commit you to paid sessions.
- Agree your next step. Confirm suitability, session arrangements and applicable terms with your chosen provider before booking.
Questions about trauma therapy
Will I need to describe what happened straight away?
You can start by discussing how you are affected and what you need from support. Ask the therapist how they approach assessment, pacing and consent. They should explain what any proposed treatment involves before you decide.
Do all therapists on this page provide EMDR or trauma-focused CBT?
No. The category includes different kinds of support. EMDR and trauma-focused CBT require specific training. Check the practitioner’s profile and ask directly about the treatment you are seeking.
Can I enquire without a PTSD diagnosis?
Yes. You can ask about support following a difficult experience without a diagnosis. If you think you may have PTSD, your GP can help arrange assessment and discuss suitable treatment options.
How much does therapy cost?
Currently listed individual fees are £24–£48. Specialist treatments, session lengths and fees vary by provider. Confirm the details before booking. Making an enquiry is free.
How long will therapy take?
This depends on your needs, circumstances and the treatment you agree. Your therapist can discuss a plan and review progress with you. There is no single number of sessions that suits everyone.
What if I am still experiencing abuse?
Tell the team only what feels safe to share, and use a contact method where it is safe for us to reply. Counselling is not a replacement for immediate protection or specialist domestic abuse support. The NHS guidance linked below explains how to seek help.
Related support
- Anxiety, stress & overthinking therapy
- Depression & low mood therapy
- Explore all therapists and areas of support
You can ask for help choosing a practitioner without sharing detailed accounts of what happened.
Further information
Read the NHS information about PTSD and treatment options and getting help for domestic violence and abuse.
In England, eligible people can also self-refer to NHS Talking Therapies.
This enquiry form is not an urgent support service. If you need urgent mental health help, please use the NHS guidance on getting urgent help.
Would it feel easier to start with a message?
Tell us how you would like to be contacted. We can start by text or WhatsApp, or talk by phone about finding suitable trauma support and your next step.
You don’t need to explain everything here, or have a diagnosis. The short questions help us respond in a way that suits you.
Prefer to call? 0333 0347 403
Or email support@lavendertherapy.co.uk.
There is no charge to make an enquiry. Please keep personal details brief; you do not need to describe traumatic events in this form. Read our privacy policy.
Therapists’ services and qualifications vary. Check the individual profile before booking. This directory does not provide emergency support.