Trauma and neurodivergence therapy in Surrey, Sussex and Hampshire and online
Trauma and neurodivergence therapy that works with
your nervous system, not against it
Do you feel like something isn't quite right, even if you can't put your finger on why? Perhaps something happened that still shapes how you feel, react or relate to people now or perhaps it's less obvious than that. I work with adults, young people and children, with a particular focus on trauma and neurodivergence, using EMDR and other evidence-based approaches.
EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing. It's an evidence-based therapy, recommended by the NHS and the World Health Organisation, that helps people recover from traumatic or distressing experiences. When memories become "stuck", EMDR helps the brain reprocess them so they lose their power, without requiring you to talk through every detail of what happened. It works well for adults, young people and children and for those where trauma and neurodivergence are intertwined.
I offer EMDR therapy as a trauma intervention for adults, young people and children. I also use elements from cognitive behavioural and solution-focused therapy and my mental health nursing background as well as lived experience.
I also offer support in the form of workshops for families navigating neurodivergence. This could be through a trauma-informed lens (I keep in mind how past experiences may be shaping how you or your child feels and behaves today) or attachment-focused lens (I pay attention to the bonds between you and your child, and how those early connections influence how we relate to the people around us).
Common questions
Practical information
Adults seeking change
You know when something needs to change, maybe you have hit a wall? I specialise in trauma-informed therapy and the first sessions aren't about diving in. We spend time understanding what's going on, building the tools to manage whatever comes up and making sure you feel comfortable before we go anywhere difficult.
I work with adults of all ages. Sometimes young adults (18-25) may prefer additional support from their parents or carers. In these instances, and with the young adult's consent, I work hard to maintain the link with parents while respecting the young adult's confidentiality.
You don't have to explain yourself perfectly to reach out.
Children & young people
Trauma shows up differently in children — in behaviour and mental health. Sessions are child led and play informed. I don't sit a child down and ask them to explain their feelings. We might use drawing, movement, or simple games alongside the EMDR process itself.
It's really important that the parent is present when a child is having EMDR. Connecting to memories can be distressing and a safe adult will provide security.