Trauma counselling

Domestic Abuse Recovery Counselling in Essex

Recovering from domestic abuse takes time and courage. I offer a confidential, trauma-informed space that moves at your pace.

Understanding

What is domestic abuse recovery counselling?

Counselling after domestic abuse supports you to process what happened, recover your sense of safety and rebuild confidence and trust. It can help whether you are still in the relationship, have left or left long ago.

If you are in immediate danger, please call 999. Specialist services can also help with safety planning.

You may recognise

  • Fear, anxiety or hypervigilance
  • Guilt or self-blame
  • Difficulty trusting new people
  • Loss of confidence and independence
  • Flashbacks or nightmares
  • Concern about the effect on children

How I help

A gentle, tailored approach

Understanding

Making sense of what has happened and how it affects you now.

Steadier coping

Building practical ways to feel safer and more in control.

Moving forward

Working at your own pace towards the life you want.

Questions

Frequently asked questions

Is it confidential?

Yes, within the usual limits of counselling confidentiality, which we go through at the start.

Can I come while still in the relationship?

Yes. We can talk about what feels safe, including how you contact me.

About Clare Kiernan

Why Essex Therapy

I bring over 25 years of counselling experience, a compassionate, collaborative and evidence-informed approach, and a commitment to working at your pace. I am a BACP accredited counsellor and qualified clinical supervisor.

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Get in touch to talk about how I can support you. There is no pressure and no obligation.