Rhona Wooldridge MBACP Registered

About me

As a qualified Psychotherapeutic Counsellor and Life Coach, I work collaboratively with you to help gain better clarity about the problems you are facing; greater awareness of how the past influences the present; help to identify the obstacles that are preventing you from moving forward; learning to challenge your limited beliefs and behaviour; identifying your personal goals; finding solutions that are right for you; and addressing emotional difficulties that are affecting your life.

In everyday language the word ‘trauma’ relates to a deeply distressing or disturbing experience that may have long lasting effects, and overwhelms the person’s ability to cope. The psychological affect of trauma can result, for example, in memory loss, substance misuse, flashbacks, panic attacks, fear and anxiety. Through our work together we examine how your traumatic experience impacts on your life now; make sense of the experience; discover how to manage symptoms and develop new ways of coping.

I have experience working with a range of difficulties including Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Unresolved trauma, managing ADHD, anxiety disorder, panic attacks, attachment issues, sexual, emotional & psychological abuse, living with dyslexia, the critical voice, relationships, issues related to unworthiness and lack of self confidence.

It is possible to achieve a more satisfying life, better relationships, and grow in confidence to make the changes we need and want in our lives. With the right support your self-understanding can strengthen your ability to handle challenging situations and overcome the effects of traumatic events and difficult past experiences.

That said, it could be hard to make changes when life feels overwhelming or crisis ensues and you're not sure what to do. At these times, the support of a compassionate, engaged therapist, who will strive to understand your unique experience, and support you through the sometimes tough, sometimes exhilarating work of change, growth and recovery - can make a difference. What matters is that you get the help that is right for you, so you can manage your difficulties better and have a healthier sense of well-being.

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