Abuse and Trauma

When the Past Still Hurts

Trauma isn’t always one big event. Sometimes it’s a build-up, unspoken, ongoing, and invisible to others. Abuse (whether emotional, physical, sexual, or psychological) can leave behind deep wounds that shape how you see yourself, trust others, or feel safe in the world.

Even if it happened long ago, it can still affect your daily life - your relationships, your reactions, your sense of worth.

You may not have had the chance to speak about it. Or maybe you’ve tried, but never felt fully heard.

You deserve a space where your experience is not questioned or rushed.

A Space Where You’re Believed

I offer a gentle, respectful space where you don’t have to re-live every detail. You’ll be met with compassion, care, and the pace that feels right for you. Whether you’re still in survival mode or beginning to process what’s happened, you are not alone here.

You might be navigating:

Flashbacks or intrusive memories

Anxiety or panic attacks

Disconnection or numbness

Low self-esteem or shame

Guilt, confusion, or self-blame

Trouble trusting others

Feeling on edge or constantly “switched on”

Difficulty forming safe relationships

Feeling “stuck in the past”

Trauma is not just what happened - it’s how your body and mind are still carrying it. But healing is possible.

How I Work

I combine gentle therapeutic approaches with a trauma-informed understanding. 

That means:

You won’t be pushed to share more than you want to

We work slowly and safely, with your nervous system in mind

I help you reconnect to your sense of self, safety, and choice

We might use tools like grounding techniques, emotional regulation strategies, gentle body awareness, or parts work (like inner child work)

You set the tone. This is your journey -I’m here to walk beside you.

It’s Not Just About Talking

Sometimes words are too hard. And that’s okay. We might explore what’s happening through sensations, images, metaphors, or simple breathing practices.

I may also draw from EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques), IEMT (Integral Eye Movement Therapy), and creative reflection if and when you feel ready. These can gently support the release of trauma without needing to retell the story.

You Don’t Have to “Get Over It”

Abuse and trauma can affect every area of life - and healing doesn’t mean pretending it never happened. It means learning to feel safe in your body again. To find moments of peace, clarity, and self-compassion.

You Are Not Broken and you do not need  'fixing'

Trauma changes how we survive - but it doesn’t define who we are.

Together, we can begin to gently rebuild: trust, self-worth, and the feeling that your life belongs to you again.

Ready to Begin?

When you're ready, I’m here. There’s no pressure, and no expectation to be “okay.” Just a calm, confidential space to begin gently healing - one step at a time.