Childhood Trauma Counselling in Cumbria | BACP Registered Counsellor | Heydays Therapy
Compassionate trauma counselling in Cumbria, supporting adults affected by traumatic experiences and childhood trauma. Face-to-face in Newby Bridge and online.
Trauma & childhood trauma counselling in Cumbria
Professional Therapy with a BACP Registered Counsellor
Difficult experiences can continue to affect us long after the event itself has passed.
Whether you've experienced childhood trauma, a significant life event, abuse, loss or another deeply distressing experience, those memories and emotions can continue to influence how you think, feel and relate to others.
At Heydays Therapy, Kelly Shaw offers compassionate, confidential counselling for adults affected by trauma from her practice in Newby Bridge, supporting clients across South Lakes, Furness and Cumbria, as well as providing secure online counselling throughout the UK.
Counselling offers a safe space to explore your experiences at your own pace, without pressure or judgement.
When past experiences continue to affect the present
Trauma affects everyone differently.
Some people experience overwhelming emotions, while others may feel disconnected, anxious or constantly on alert without fully understanding why.
You may recognise some of the following:
- Feeling constantly on edge
- Anxiety or panic
- Difficulty trusting others
- Low confidence or self-esteem
- Emotional numbness
- Feeling overwhelmed by certain situations
- Flashbacks or intrusive memories
- Difficulty managing emotions
- Avoiding particular places or situations
- Relationship difficulties
Trauma is not defined by the event itself, but by the impact it has had on you.
How counselling can help
Counselling provides a safe and supportive environment to begin understanding the emotional impact of difficult experiences.
Together we can:
- Explore the impact of past experiences
- Better understand emotional responses
- Build confidence and resilience
- Develop healthier coping strategies
- Improve emotional regulation
- Strengthen relationships
- Reduce feelings of shame or self-blame
- Support emotional recovery
Sessions always move at a pace that feels safe and manageable for you.
Please note: Kelly offers trauma-informed counselling and emotional support. Where highly specialist trauma treatment is required, this can be discussed and appropriate signposting provided.
Why choose Heydays Therapy?
Choosing the right counsellor is an important decision.
At Heydays Therapy, you'll find a calm, confidential and welcoming environment where you can talk openly without fear of judgement.
Kelly is a BACP Registered Counsellor with over 25 years' experience supporting people through complex emotional challenges within healthcare settings. Her pluralistic approach means therapy is adapted to your individual experiences, recognising that no two people respond to trauma in exactly the same way.
A professional and ethical approach
As a BACP Registered Counsellor, Kelly works in accordance with the BACP Ethical Framework for the Counselling Professions, ensuring counselling is delivered safely, ethically and with your wellbeing at its centre.
This means you can expect counselling that is confidential, respectful and centred around your individual needs within a safe and supportive therapeutic relationship.
What areas do our services cover?
Online appointments are also available throughout the UK.
Face-to-face and online counselling
Heydays Therapy is based in Newby Bridge, offering face-to-face counselling in a peaceful and welcoming setting.
The practice is conveniently located for clients across:
- Newby Bridge
- Grange-over-Sands
- Cartmel
- Ulverston
- Barrow-in-Furness
- Dalton-in-Furness
- Kendal
- Windermere
- Bowness-on-Windermere
- South Lakes
- Furness Peninsula
- Cumbria
If travelling isn't practical, secure online counselling is also available, allowing you to access support wherever you are in the UK.
Frequently asked questions
Is trauma counselling only for major life events?
No. Trauma can result from many different experiences, including childhood experiences, relationship difficulties, bereavement, abuse, illness or other events that have had a lasting emotional impact.
What is trauma-informed counselling?
Trauma-informed counselling recognises the impact difficult experiences can have on emotional wellbeing and places safety, trust and collaboration at the heart of the counselling relationship.
Will I have to talk about everything straight away?
No. Counselling moves entirely at your pace. There is never any pressure to discuss experiences before you feel ready.eded.
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Take the first step
Living with the effects of trauma can feel exhausting, but healing is possible.
If you would like to explore your experiences in a safe, supportive and confidential environment, please get in touch to arrange an initial conversation.
📞 Phone: 07795 436 425
✉️ Email: kelly@heydaystherapy.co.uk
or Book a session through our contact page.
