Domestic Abuse therapists in Ballyclare, Northern Ireland
Browse Domestic Abuse therapists in Ballyclare, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Domestic Abuse
Shareen Birges
Registered Social Worker, BASS, GDYMH, MSW
I have worked with young people & their families who have been involved in or have survived domestic violence situations. My trauma informed practice, person centered & strengths based approach allows me to support people in these situations either whilst they are ongoing or once they have moved away from a perpetrator's circle of influence.
18 Years Experience
Online in Ballyclare, Northern Ireland
Domestic Abuse
Gemma Autumn
Counsellor/Therapist, Integrative Adult and Adolescent Counsellor Cert, PgDip, MBACP Accredited
I work with those who wish to explore domestic abuse and violence. This may be historic or recent and be accompanied by feelings of anger, hopelessness, betrayal, fear and suicidal ideation. All of which are welcome in our work together.
10 Years Experience
Online in Ballyclare, Northern Ireland
Domestic Abuse
Samantha Coleman
Therapist, MBACP Prof Dip
Experiences of domestic abuse or violence can leave deep emotional and psychological effects, including fear, shame, confusion, self-doubt, hypervigilance, and difficulty trusting yourself or others. Abuse often distorts your sense of reality, safety, and self-worth. My approach is gentle, validating, and trauma-informed. I aim to help you make sense of what you have lived through, reconnect with yourself, and regain a greater sense of stability, agency, and trust in your own perceptions.
13 Years Experience
Online in Ballyclare, Northern Ireland
Domestic Abuse
Dr. Claire Vines, Psy.D., Psychologist / Licensed /Psychotherapy / Psychoanalytic/
Marriage and Family Therapist, Marriage, Couples, LMFT. Psy.D. Trauma-Focused CBT
Domestic abuse is a mistreatment of another, related to physical, psychological, financial, economic or sexual abuse. We will explore options to better health and wellness.
21 Years Experience
Online in Ballyclare, Northern Ireland
Domestic Abuse
Liz Frings
Counsellor/Therapist, PG Diploma Person-Centred Psychotherapy. EMDR Accredited
Sexual and domestic violence leave impacts that extend far beyond the immediate physical harm. These experiences can fundamentally alter how you see yourself, others, and the world around you—and those effects are valid regardless of how long ago the violence occurred or what form it took.
Emotional and Psychological Effects
You might experience intense emotions like fear, shame, guilt, or anger—sometimes all at once. Many survivors struggle with anxiety, depression, or feeling emotionally numb. You may find yourself hypervigilant, constantly scanning for danger, or experiencing flashbacks and intrusive memories that make it feel like the trauma is happening again. Sleep disturbances, nightmares, and difficulty concentrating are common. Some survivors describe feeling disconnected from their bodies or experiencing moments where they don’t feel fully present.
Impact on Identity and Relationships
Violence, especially from someone you trusted, can shake your sense of who you are and your ability to trust your own judgment. You might struggle with self-blame, even though the violence was never your fault. Intimacy—both physical and emotional—can become complicated or frightening. You may find yourself withdrawing from relationships, or alternately, seeking connection in ways that don’t feel healthy. Setting boundaries might feel impossible, or you might build walls so high that no one can reach you.
Physical Effects
Trauma lives in the body. You might experience chronic pain, headaches, digestive issues, or other physical symptoms that doctors struggle to explain. Your body’s stress response system may be on constant alert, leading to exhaustion, tension, or feeling unsafe in your own skin.
15 Years Experience
Online in Ballyclare, Northern Ireland
Domestic Abuse therapists in Ballyclare, Northern Ireland Statistics
Domestic Abuse therapists in Ballyclare, Northern Ireland average 16 years of experience and charge around ¤136 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (59%), Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (59%), and Integrative Therapy (49%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
¤136
Accept insurance
43%
Offer sliding scale
65%
Gender ID
| 68% |
Female |
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| 26% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 65% |
In Person and Online |
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| 35% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 59% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 59% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 49% | Integrative Therapy |
| 41% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 35% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 30% | Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) |
| 30% | Multicultural Therapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 76% | Young Adult |
| 68% | Senior |
| 59% | Teen |
| 27% | Children |
Client Focus
| 76% | Women |
| 59% | LGBTQ+ |
| 51% | Men |
| 46% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 38% | Black / African American |