ABOUT ME
Hi, I'm Chris
I am a UK based Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor specialising is supporting people to navigate their way through complex trauma. I have been a therapist since 2009 and trauma has always been a specialist interest of mine.
I use a number of therapeutic modalities, including Psychodynamic Therapy, Art Psychotherapy, EMDR, and Cognative Behavioral Therapy, that are proven to be highly effective for trauma recovery. I also utilise my own experience of trauma and recovery to inform my practice.
PERSONABILITY
My approach emphasizes warmth, understanding, and relatable communication, ensuring that everyone feels comfortable sharing their experiences. I work tirelessly to create a safe environment where we can explore and process traumatic events together.
ACCESSABILITY
I offer online face-to-face therapy so you can begin your journey of healing from home. You don't have to worry about traveling to your therapy. All you need is a safe, quiet space for you sessions to take place at home, and a good Wi-Fi connection.
CUSTOMISABILITY
I pride myself on my ability to tailor therapy to meet the needs of my clients. Therapy should never be one size fits all. Your therapy should be as unique as you are.
Trauma is a powerful word that can be hard to accept as part of our experience.
Trauma is not just an experience or several experiences. It is the psychological injury that occurs when an individual’s ability to cope is compromised. It is an understandable response to incredibly challenging circumstances.
TYPES OF TRAUMA:
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Acute Trauma: Single overwhelming event (e.g., car accident, assault).
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Chronic Trauma: Repeated stressors (e.g., domestic abuse, bullying).
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Complex Trauma: Multiple, interpersonal traumas, often beginning in childhood (e.g., neglect, attachment disruption, abuse).
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Secondary/Vicarious Trauma: Experienced by those exposed to others’ trauma (e.g., therapists, emergency workers).
COMMON RESPONSES TO THE WORD TRAUMA:
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“I don’t have trauma”
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“It was my fault”
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“Other people have had it way worse than me”
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“It doesn’t feel traumatic”
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“My childhood was normal”
Trauma is not something you possess, but a way of surviving that shapes how we navigate the world.
For trauma survivors, blame, shame, and transference of responsibility are very common responses. This can prevemt us from reaching out and seaking support.
Trauma survivors will often feel that other people's experiences are worse than our own. This minimising and devaluing of our own experiences can act as a barrier to healing. Your experiences are vaild and your healing is valuable.
Our history only seems normal because it was normal for us. What feels normal is not nessesarily safe, healthy, or secure.