Trauma and Neglect

Trauma doesn't always look like a single dramatic event. Sometimes it's one thing that changed everything; sometimes it's years of experiences that were never quite recognised as harmful at the time. Both can have a lasting effect.

It can show up as anxiety, low mood, difficulty trusting people, feeling constantly on edge, changes in relationships, avoidance, or a sense that something has changed without knowing quite why.

I work with people affected by trauma, PTSD and childhood neglect, including when these are connected with anxiety, addiction or other mental health concerns.

My experience working in crisis mental health and dual diagnosis has included supporting people through acute crises and complex mental health difficulties.

What we might work on

• PTSD and the effects of a traumatic event

• Complex or childhood trauma, including neglect

• Trauma affecting trust, relationships or your sense of safety

• Trauma alongside anxiety or depression

• Trauma alongside alcohol or other drug use

• Feeling constantly on edge or easily overwhelmed

• Feeling disconnected from yourself or others

• Understanding patterns that have been difficult to explain