Client Experiences

‘I very quickly felt safe with Deb, safe to share my trauma and speak about things I had never said out loud before. I didn’t realise how much my trauma – and complex PTSD as a result of it – was weighing me down and keeping me stuck. I knew that weekly therapy would be a non-judgemental space, and I gained a new perspective on how to process my trauma and acknowledge that these events happened to me, they don’t define me as a person. Deb always went at my pace, and I felt safe and comfortable facing my trauma with her, she never encouraged me to face something if I wasn’t ready to do so and she listened to all of my concerns, big or small. 

I am still on a journey of healing, and growing, but I feel lighter, I know my triggers and how to keep myself safe and well. I feel calmer than I ever have in my life, and I feel proud of myself for everything I have accomplished. I couldn’t have done it without Deb and her kindness, compassion and encouragement.’

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Working with Deb is one of the best decisions I’ve made for myself. Her guidance is helping me untangle long-standing, complex issues with both clarity and compassion. What I appreciate most about Deb is that she doesn’t just listen—she encourages me to reflect, grow, and take ownership of my progress.

I’m noticing real shifts in my daily life, from feeling more comfortable in social situations to gaining confidence in setting boundaries. The constant hum of anxiety is fading, and I’m finding myself more at ease, both with others and with myself.

Deb is also helping me understand and embrace emotions I’ve previously found difficult to access. I’m learning to open myself to the love around me, while trusting my own ability to heal and take care of myself.

Deb offers a space where I feel genuinely seen, heard, and constructively challenged, giving me practical tools to keep moving forward.

Looking back at where I started, the progress feels huge—I’m finally starting to become a friend to myself after years of relentless self-criticism. I wanted to write this on a day when I’m struggling, as a reminder that it’s okay to have hard days, and that I’m better equipped to handle them now than ever before. Deb has been a steady and encouraging presence, and I’m eager to continue building on our progress together.

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