Abusers often manipulate mental health as a means to control and escalate their abuse, but it's important to remember that the abuse is never your fault. The responsibility for their actions lies solely with the abuser. 

Domestic abuse is insidious and can leave you feeling like you are going crazy.  You may feel isolated from friends and family and feel that you don't make good decisions. It's so difficult to leave an abusive relationship, and there often feels like there are lots of reasons why you 'should' stay.

 

If you are reaching out for support this is a massive step, which takes courage and you should feel very proud of yourself.

 

I can support you to unpick the intricacies of your relationship and process the impact that it has had on your emotional health, understand the red flags of unhealthy relationships, giving you the confidence and skills to forge a new and healthier future.

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If you've been sexually assaulted it's important to remember that it was not your fault. Sexual violence is a crime, no matter who commits it or where it happens. You may worry that having to retell your experience will be upsetting and painful, and this may have been why it's taken you a long time to ask for help.  Maybe you feel ashamed or guilty, or worry that you may be judged, blamed or not believed? 

 

I will offer you a safe and confidential space to process what has happened and regain your sense of safety in the world.