Trauma & Anxiety Therapy
Trauma & Anxiety Therapy
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Trauma support without overwhelm
Trauma-informed therapy, plus Rewind Trauma Therapy
Our trauma therapy offers a calm, supportive space where you can begin to gently work through trauma and anxiety at a pace that feels safe for you. If you have been searching for the right anxiety therapist near me or support that does not feel overwhelming, you are not alone.
At Supportive Counselling Ltd, we work with children, young people, adults, couples and families. We recognise that trauma and anxiety can affect not only individual wellbeing but also relationships, communication, parenting and family life. This is why we offer individual therapy, family support, Couples Therapy and Neurodivergent Couples Therapy alongside trauma-focused work.
Trauma work requires safety, steadiness and choice. At Supportive Counselling Ltd, there is no pressure to revisit experiences before you are ready, no expectation to explain everything in detail, and no fixed path you must follow. You remain in control of the pace, the depth and the direction of the work.
You do not need to have the right words to begin, and there are no awkward silences to navigate. We support you in a way that feels natural and steady, helping you feel more grounded and able to approach things in your own time.
A trauma‑informed approach across our team
All counsellors and psychotherapists at Supportive Counselling Ltd work in a trauma‑informed way. This means we understand how trauma can affect the nervous system, emotions, behaviour and sense of safety, and we adapt our approach with care and awareness.
We work gently, with sensitivity to overwhelm, and always within what feels manageable for you. Therapy is shaped around your nervous system, your pace and your experience, not a fixed model or expectation.
For those looking for private therapy near me that feels calm, safe and contained, our approach offers a steadier and more supportive way of working.
What is Rewind Therapy
Kat is a trained Rewind Trauma Therapist and offers a specialist approach for working with trauma in a gentle and non‑intrusive way. She also has advanced training in sleep difficulties, including nightmares and night terrors, which are often closely connected to trauma.
Rewind Trauma Therapy is designed to reduce symptoms such as intrusive memories, flashbacks, nightmares and trauma‑related anxiety. It works without needing you to talk through the details of your experience, allowing you to process trauma safely and privately.
Many people find this approach feels very different from traditional trauma therapy. You are not required to relive or retell what has happened. Instead, the work supports your mind and body in responding differently, helping to reduce distress without overwhelm.
A different way of working with trauma
Not everyone wants or needs to revisit the details of their experiences. At Supportive Counselling Ltd, we respect this.
Our approach allows trauma to be worked with in a way that feels safer and more contained. This may include gentle reflection, practical support, or understanding how trauma is showing up in your day‑to‑day life.
There is no fixed agenda and no expectation to go further than you feel ready for. Everything is guided by what feels most supportive for you.
Supporting your nervous system and sleep
Trauma does not just affect thoughts. It can impact the body, the nervous system and sleep.
With Kat’s specialist knowledge in sleep‑related difficulties, including nightmares and disrupted sleep, we can support you in understanding these patterns and helping your system begin to feel more settled.
We may gently explore how your body responds to stress, how your nervous system reacts, and how your sleep is affected. This is always introduced gradually, in a way that feels safe and manageable.
Why people choose Supportive Counselling Ltd
Many people come to Supportive Counselling Ltd after finding that other trauma approaches felt too intense, too fast, or required more than they felt ready for.
What makes us different is the emphasis on safety, flexibility and choice. You are not expected to relive what has happened, explain everything in detail, or push yourself beyond what feels manageable.
Our combination of a trauma‑informed team and specialist Rewind Trauma Therapy with Kat allows us to offer something different. Therapy that feels more steady, more respectful and more in tune with you.
What this support can help with
Trauma therapy can support experiences such as intrusive memories, flashbacks, nightmares, anxiety, overwhelm and the lasting impact of difficult or distressing experiences.
Rather than focusing only on symptoms, we support you in understanding how trauma is affecting you and finding ways to feel safer, steadier and more in control.
A space that works with you
Above all, this is a space where you remain in control. No pressure, no expectation, no need to rush.
Just steady, supportive therapy that meets you where you are.
Support that feels steady, safe and grounded
Neuro-affirming, trauma-informed approach
Highly qualified team sharing the same values and expertise
Registered members of professional bodies with strict qualification and ethical requirements
Fully qualified and insured
Enhanced DBS checked
ICO registered
Large team of counsellors & psychotherapists working with children, adults, couples & familes
Client-led therapy, no fixed model or pressure with a choice of face-to-face, online or telephone therapy
Specialist training in trauma, sleep difficulties, abuse & CBT
Lived experienced shaping our approach
How it works
Counselling in York & the UK that helps you move forward
In 3 simple steps
Your First Session
A calm, introductory chat to understand what you need and ask any questions. There’s no expectation to commit; it’s just space to see if this feels right. You decide the next step.
Your First Session
A calm, steady first meeting where you can share what’s been going on at a pace that feels manageable. You don’t need to prepare anything; we simply begin where you are.
Ongoing Support
Regular sessions shaped around your needs, communication style and pace, guided by you at all times. Support can be in York, online or by telephone, adjusting as things change.
Book a Free Consultation
Finding the right therapist matters; feeling genuinely understood matters even more.
Whether you’re looking for a therapist near me in York or support from anywhere in the UK, we offer steady, affirming help.
Take the first step and get in touch for a free, no-obligation initial conversation.
FAQ's
Who is sleep therapy for?
Sleep therapy is helpful for anyone experiencing ongoing difficulties with rest, whether that’s trouble falling asleep, waking frequently, or feeling unrefreshed. People often begin by searching for insomnia treatment, sleep therapists, or a sleep consultant UK when they’re unsure where to turn.
Support may include sleep relaxation strategies, CBT for insomnia treatment, or guidance from a therapist for sleep disorders. These approaches can be especially useful if you’ve already tried self‑help methods or general sleep services without success.
If you’ve been looking for private sleep support, a sleep consultant, or a sleep expert near me, sleep therapy offers a personalised, evidence‑based way to understand your sleep patterns and make meaningful, lasting changes.
What happens in the free consultation chat?
During the free consultation chat, we talk about what has made you consider counselling and what you’re hoping to get from support. This helps us understand whether counselling feels right for you and which approach may suit you best. You’re welcome to ask as many questions as you like, and there’s no pressure to book a session straight away. You can take your time to think things over and decide at your own pace.
Do you offer counselling in York and across the UK?
Yes. We offer face‑to‑face counselling in York city‑centre space, as well as online and telephone support across the UK. People attend from York and nearby areas, including Goole, Harrogate, Malton, Selby, Pocklington, Tadcaster, Leeds and Easingwold, as well as clients from across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Our York location is ground‑floor, accessible and sensory‑considerate.
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