A Structured, Gentle Pathway to Trauma Recovery
Beginning therapy can feel daunting—especially when you are dealing with the lingering echoes of childhood adversity. You might wonder: Will I have to recount everything right away? How does online therapy actually work?
Healing developmental trauma is not about forcing you to relive your past. It is about pacing. My integrative practice is entirely collaborative. You are the expert on your life, and I am your guide. We work at the speed of your nervous system, ensuring you always feel grounded, in control, and entirely safe.
My Framework: Stabilize, Process, and Transform
Because developmental trauma impacts your mind, body, and relationships, our work moves through three distinct, intentional phases. We don't just talk about the past; we rewire how it affects your present.
Phase 1: Stabilization & Safety (Humanistic Focus)
We begin by building resources. Before we look at old wounds, I help you understand your triggers and teach you how to regulate your nervous system. Using humanistic principles, we establish a deeply secure, virtual space where you feel completely supported.Phase 2: Processing & Insight (Psychodynamic Focus)
Once you feel stable and safe, we gently explore the root causes of your symptoms. We look at early childhood dynamics, adverse experiences, and the survival strategies (like people-pleasing or hypervigilance) you developed to protect yourself. We connect the dots between then and now.Phase 3: Integration & Rewiring (CBT Focus)
In the final phase, we focus on behavioral change. Using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), we dismantle negative core beliefs ("I am unsafe," "I am not enough") and replace them with empowering habits. You will gain practical, daily tools to establish firm boundaries and navigate relationships with confidence.
What to Expect: From Consultation to Your First Session
Step 1: The Free 15-Minute Consultation
We start with a brief, informal video call. This is a chance for you to share a little bit about what you are experiencing, ask me any questions, and see if I feel like the right fit for you. There is absolutely no obligation to book.Step 2: The Initial Assessment (Session 1)
If you decide to move forward, our first full session is an assessment. We will map out your history, identify the specific symptoms of trauma affecting your life today, and clarify your goals for therapy.Step 3: Weekly Online Sessions
We meet weekly via a secure, encrypted video platform. Regularity is key to trauma recovery, as it provides the consistency your nervous system needs to heal. Each session lasts 50 minutes.
Secure, Seamless Online Therapy Across the UK
You do not need to be tech-savvy to access remote therapy with me. I have designed the process to be as smooth and confidential as a face-to-face clinic visit.
• Simple One-Click Access: You will receive a private, encrypted video link before each session. There is no complicated software to download; you simply click the link from your laptop, tablet, or smartphone.
• Bank-Grade Confidentiality: Your privacy is paramount. I use fully GDPR-compliant, encrypted telehealth software specifically designed for medical and psychological healthcare providers.
• Your Environment: All you need is a private room where you will not be overheard, a reliable internet connection, and a comfortable place to sit.