Support after abuse
Counselling for people who have experienced emotional, physical, sexual or financial abuse, at a pace that respects your safety and your choices.
Recognising abuse
Abuse is not always visible. It can include controlling behaviour, threats, isolation, humiliation and pressure around money or sex. Many survivors describe a long period of doubting their own experience before they felt able to name it.
If you are in immediate danger, contact your local emergency number now. Our practice is not an emergency service.
Counselling for survivors
Our work begins with stability. We help you feel grounded, make sense of what happened and identify the supports around you. We do not push for disclosure or set deadlines for healing. Decisions about reporting, leaving or staying are always yours.
- Safety planning when it is needed
- Space to talk about trauma at your own speed
- Work on trust, boundaries and self-worth
For the first time in years I felt that someone believed me without needing every detail. That made it possible to start talking.
Individual counselling
Related support
Abuse often overlaps with other experiences. Some clients find it helpful to read about domestic violence or relationship issues before deciding where to start. We can help you decide which path fits best.
You do not have to explain everything to ask for help. Contact Eirene confidentially