Stephanie Thornton

I am a qualified Person-centred counsellor and a member of the BACP. I work with anyone wanting to explore emotional difficulties they may be facing and those who need a safe space to talk, free from judgement or prejudice.

I specialise in working with adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse. My passion is to help people reclaim their lives by processing their trauma. By working together we can work through the long-lasting impact of sexual abuse that infiltrates our self-worth and relationships with those around us. I am experienced in working with survivors on a 1-1 basis as well as group work. I am also a facilitator and counsellor with my local survivors' group.

I also welcome working with partners and family members and friends of survivors and understand that supporting a survivor of sexual abuse has its own emotional challenges. It is a complex issue that is often misunderstood.

I have extensive experience working with ADHD, ASD families and adults who live with mood disorders. Life can be exceptionally challenging when fighting impulsivity, hyperactivity, hyper-focus, poor attention, intrusive thoughts, anxiety and low mood.

I understand and empathise with the pressures of raising children and teens with ADHD, ASD and mood disorders.

I also work with adults who may be facing periods of uncertainty, depression, health anxiety or just struggling to find meaning or purpose in life.

I welcome parents that are expecting, new parents and mothers who are experiencing low mood and postpartum depression. Children bring such joy into our lives but parenting isn't easy and it can be an emotional rollercoaster. I offer a calm and understanding space to talk through any concerns or difficulties you may be experiencing.

If you feel that you need support with any of the above please do get in touch. I look forward to meeting you :)