Emma Read

I am currently full, but expect to have some sessions available on Tuesday and Wednesday daytimes from late April.

Trauma leaves us feeling in pain and disconnected from our true selves. You may be exhausted by feeling triggered in everyday situations, isolated from friends and family who can’t understand, or struggling to make sense of what happened to you. You may not even remember a time you didn’t feel like this. It is fantastic that you're here now because you’ve decided you deserve more and are ready to feel different. Most of all you’re ready to leave the past in the past, change old patterns that no longer serve you, and step into a hopeful future on your own terms.

I am a Registered Psychologist, Psychotherapeutic Counsellor and EMDR Therapist.   I specialise in working with adults who are struggling with PTSD, complex trauma or any past experience big or small which is stopping you from fully enjoying life in the present. Clients come to me looking for a therapist who will work gently to give them time to tell their story, because therapy should be a place where you feel truly listened to and valued as the worthwhile and important person that you are.

How I work

I work online, meaning that I can work with you from wherever you are in the UK.   Sessions are weekly, and I will reserve a regular time to see you each week.

My approach is integrative, meaning that I draw on a range of psychological theories and therapeutic approaches to suit your needs.  I am particularly influenced by the psychodynamic perspective that past experiences and unconscious processes have a strong influence on our present thoughts, feelings and behaviours.    Alongside talking therapy, I am trained in EMDR and Internal Family Systems (IFS), and receive specialist supervision to use each of these therapies when they are helpful.

My fees

My fee is £120, paid by bank transfer.  I offer a free 30 minute initial meeting over zoom so that you can tell me a little about yourself and get a sense of my approach.

Insurance

I am registered with the following insurance companies:  Bupa, WPA, Aviva, AXA, and Vitality.

I’ll meet you exactly where you are, and offer you the support you need to find strength you never knew you had, and move towards a life of greater ease and self-acceptance.  You don’t have to be a prisoner of your past, and you don’t have to do it alone.  Contact me to arrange a free-of-charge initial meeting over Zoom - I look forward to hearing from you.