Trauma, Abuse & PTSD Therapy
Trauma can affect how safe you feel in your body, relationships and everyday life. Therapy offers a confidential, paced space to understand what happened, reduce the impact of triggers, and rebuild a sense of choice and safety.
- Private trauma therapy in London and online
- Support for abuse, PTSD, medical trauma and relationship trauma
- Compassionate, trauma-informed care at your pace
When the past still feels present
You may recognise:
- Feeling on edge, unsafe or easily startled
- Flashbacks, nightmares or intrusive memories
- Avoiding people, places, appointments or reminders
- Feeling numb, detached or disconnected from your body
- Shame, self-blame or difficulty trusting yourself
- Struggling with relationships, closeness or boundaries
- Strong reactions that feel out of proportion but hard to control
- Feeling that you have “moved on” logically, but your body has not
Trauma can follow frightening, overwhelming, repeated or emotionally unsafe experiences. It may show up as flashbacks, anxiety, numbness, shame, avoidance, hypervigilance, relationship difficulties or feeling disconnected from yourself. Trauma therapy helps you make sense of these responses and work towards greater safety, stability and choice.
How trauma therapy works
Safety first
Therapy begins by building stability, trust and emotional pacing.
Triggers mapped
We identify reminders, body signals, avoidance and protective patterns.
Responses understood
You learn why your mind and body react as they do.
Processing begins
Difficult memories or emotions are approached carefully and collaboratively.
Choice rebuilt
The aim is more safety, connection and freedom in daily life.
Book a free 20-minute discovery call
How it works
- A relaxed conversation to explore what’s happening and get clarity on next steps.
- Choose a time that suits you.
- Speak with our experienced client services team
- Get clarity on next steps.
- No pressure. No obligation.
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How trauma therapy helps
Trauma therapy should never feel rushed or forced. We work at a pace that supports stability, choice and emotional safety.
- Understand trauma responses without shame
- Build grounding and stabilisation tools
- Reduce avoidance and fear around triggers
- Process memories, emotions or body responses safely
- Rebuild boundaries, trust and self-compassion
- Decide whether wider support is needed, such as psychiatry or GP liaison
Why Professionals Choose EmotionMatters
Fees & Cadence
In your initial clinical assessment, you shape your treatment pathway with your therapist around your needs, goals and preferred pace. This can be focused short-term work over 8 sessions, or a more open-ended cadence of support.
We follow clear clinical standards so you know what to expect – from confidentiality and consent, to safe next steps and appropriate signposting.
Safety Note – If you’re feeling at immediate risk of harm or having suicidal thoughts, please seek urgent support via 999/A&E, 111, or your GP.
Content owner: James Lamper, Clinical Director
Clinically reviewed by: Dr Natascha Van Zyl, Director of Talking Therapies
Last reviewed: June 2026
How We Work
- Clinician-led, evidence-informed support tailored to you
- Confidential, respectful care with clear boundaries
- Integrated support where helpful, including therapy, nutrition and medical oversight
- Collaborative care if appropriate – we can liaise with your GP or consultant, with your permission
- Appropriate onward signposting if you need a different type of support or higher level of care
- Privacy and data protection – see our Privacy Policy
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a PTSD diagnosis to have trauma therapy?
No. You do not need a diagnosis to seek support for trauma-related symptoms or experiences.
Will I have to talk about everything that happened?
Not immediately. Trauma therapy should be paced carefully and collaboratively.
Can therapy help childhood trauma?
Yes. Therapy can help you understand how earlier experiences may still affect emotions, relationships, safety and self-worth.
Do you help with medical trauma?
Yes. We support people affected by frightening, painful or overwhelming medical experiences.
Can trauma affect relationships?
Yes. Trauma can affect trust, boundaries, closeness, communication and emotional regulation.
What if I feel ashamed or blame myself?
Shame and self-blame are common trauma responses. Therapy helps you approach these feelings with compassion and clarity.
Do you offer online trauma therapy?
Yes. Online therapy can be appropriate for many clients, depending on safety, privacy and clinical fit.
What happens on the discovery call?
We gently ask what kind of support you are looking for and help match you with an appropriate therapist or pathway.