Therapy for Birth Trauma
Helping You Heal & Find Peace Again
is this you?You may have gone through a traumatic birth experience that continues to affect you long after the event. If you're dealing with the emotional after-effects of birth trauma, you may be experiencing:
→ Flashbacks & Nightmares: Sudden, vivid memories or dreams that take you back to the traumatic birth, making it feel like it's happening all over again.
→ PTSD Symptoms: You might be suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) after birth, leading to hypervigilance, emotional numbness, and feeling constantly on edge
→ Triggers & Reminders: Everyday situations—like seeing a hospital, hearing certain sounds, or attending medical appointments—trigger intense anxiety or distress.
→ Hypervigilance: You feel constantly alert, scanning for signs of danger or something going wrong with your health or your baby’s.
→ Avoidance: You find yourself avoiding anything that reminds you of the birth—whether it’s people, places, or even thoughts of having another child.
→ Emotional Distress: You struggle with overwhelming feelings of guilt, anger, or sadness related to the birth experience.
It’s time to healIf these feelings resonate with you, know that healing from birth trauma is possible.
Together, we can work through your experiences and find ways to restore peace in your life. Through birth trauma therapy, we’ll focus on:
𑁍 Managing Flashbacks: Learn how to reduce the frequency and intensity of flashbacks and nightmares, so you can regain control over your mind and body.
𑁍 Processing the Trauma: Safely process your birth experience, allowing you to understand and heal from it without being overwhelmed.
𑁍 Reducing PTSD Symptoms: We’ll focus on decreasing symptoms of PTSD, such as hypervigilance, emotional numbness, and avoidance, helping you feel calmer and more present.
𑁍 Handling Triggers: Develop strategies to cope with reminders of the trauma, whether it’s a visit to the doctor, a sound, or a smell that brings you back to the event.
𑁍 Reclaiming Your Life: Gradually, you’ll move from living in the shadow of your birth trauma to embracing a life where the trauma no longer controls you.
What Happens in CBT Therapy for Birth Trauma?
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Address Flashbacks & Hypervigilance
Through CBT and other therapeutic approaches, we’ll work on grounding techniques that help you manage intrusive memories, flashbacks, and hypervigilance. By recognising triggers and reducing their impact, you’ll begin to feel more in control.
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Process the Trauma Safely
In a compassionate and structured way, we’ll explore your birth trauma. You’ll learn how to process painful memories and emotions, so they no longer hold the same power over you. This can reduce emotional distress and help you regain a sense of peace.
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Manage Trauma/PTSD Symptoms
If you’re experiencing PTSD after your traumatic birth, we’ll work on reducing symptoms like anxiety, irritability, avoidance, and nightmares. You’ll learn coping strategies to manage these feelings in your day-to-day life.
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Build Emotional Resilience
As we progress, we’ll focus on building your emotional resilience—so that when difficult emotions arise, you’re better equipped to handle them without feeling overwhelmed or defeated.
Did you know…?
Studies show that 1 in 3 women describe their birth as traumatic.
Around 4% of women develop post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) after giving birth.
Flashbacks, nightmares, and hypervigilance are some of the most common PTSD symptoms experienced by those affected by birth trauma.
If you’re dealing with any of these, you’re not alone—and therapy can help you reclaim a sense of peace and safety in your life.
My Approach as Your Therapist
✿ Compassionate ✿
I know how difficult it can be to talk about a traumatic birth experience. In our sessions, you’ll find a safe, non-judgmental space to express your feelings. If discussing certain details becomes too overwhelming, we’ll slow down and use grounding techniques to help you stay in the present moment. Your emotions are valid, and together, we’ll work at a pace that feels right for you.
✿ Evidence-Based ✿
I use a blend of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) to address the complexities of birth trauma. For instance, we’ll explore ways to challenge negative thoughts and memories related to the birth, and use mindfulness techniques to help you sit with difficult emotions without feeling overwhelmed.
✿ Empowering ✿
Through therapy, you’ll develop practical tools that you can use outside of sessions to manage flashbacks, anxiety, and triggers. For example, we might practice specific breathing techniques or visualisations to calm your mind when faced with a trigger. You’ll leave each session feeling more empowered to navigate your life after trauma.
Start Your Healing Journey
Book a Free Discovery Call
Take the first step by scheduling a 15-minute consultation to explore how therapy can support you during this challenging time. We’ll discuss your experiences, and I’ll explain my approach, ensuring it aligns with your needs.
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Define Your Therapy Goals
If you decide to move forward, we’ll work together to establish clear therapy goals—whether it’s reducing anxiety, processing grief, or fostering a deeper connection with your baby.
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Begin Your Therapy Journey
Our regular sessions will provide a safe, compassionate space for you to heal, while we work on effective tools to manage your emotions and find calm.
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Have questions about the therapy?
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The length of therapy depends on your unique situation and needs. Typically, clients find 6-12 sessions helpful for managing anxiety and processing their emotions. However, some may benefit from longer-term support, particularly if they’ve experienced multiple losses or have complex trauma.
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Each therapy session costs £100 for 50 minutes. Payment is required 48 hours before the appointment via a secure payment link sent to your email. Please note that I offer therapy exclusively to self-funded clients, meaning sessions are paid privately. I do not work with insurance companies or public health services.
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The first step is to schedule a free 15-minute call with me. This initial conversation allows us to determine whether we're a good fit and how I can best support you on your journey.
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At the moment, I’m only offering therapy services to clients within the UK, but I’m working on expanding my offerings internationally through online workshops and courses.
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I understand that sometimes life can be unpredictable. If you need to cancel or reschedule a session, I kindly ask for at least 48 hours' notice. Cancellations made less than 48 hours before the appointment will be charged the full session fee, as it’s often difficult to fill the slot at short notice. This policy applies to both therapy and supervision sessions.
Do you have questions about my approach or wonder if your needs might be suitable?
Feel free to explore my FAQ section for more detailed information on therapy options, common concerns, and what to expect from our sessions together.
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