Compassionate, trauma- and attachment-informed therapy to support your healing and reconnect with yourself
I offer online EMDR, Brainspotting, and counselling for adults ready to release the impact of trauma, anxiety, and difficult early experiences — and begin living in alignment with who they truly are.
My work is attachment-informed and parts-informed (IFS), blending depth and safety to support lasting healing.
“Let's journey together — to process, release, and restore.”
Welcome — from Amanda Reid, Counsellor & EMDR Psychotherapist
You’ve found a space where your story matters.
Starting therapy can feel like a big step. In this short video, I share a little about who I am, how I work,
and how counselling and EMDR can help you begin to heal from stress, anxiety, trauma, and early life experiences.
If what I share resonates with you, you’re warmly invited to reach out.
I offer online trauma-informed counselling and EMDR therapy across Romford, Essex, London, and throughout the UK, supporting adults to process the past and reconnect with calm, confidence, and self-trust.
You can book a free initial chat or get in touch using the contact form below — you don’t have to do it alone.
“You were never meant to do it all alone.”
The Healing Journey
Healing isn’t about rushing to feel better — it’s about finding safety in who you are, one step at a time.
I combine talk therapy with evidence-based trauma approaches such as EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) and Brainspotting, alongside mindfulness and parts-informed (IFS-inspired) work.
My approach is attachment-informed, which means we pay gentle attention to how early experiences shaped the way you relate to yourself and others — and work to build a felt sense of safety, connection, and trust.
Together, we’ll find the pace and process that feel right for you.
My work focuses on helping you:
- Release the effects of trauma and chronic stress
- Build safety and trust within your body and relationships
- Understand and soothe inner parts that carry pain or protection
- Reconnect with your authentic, confident self
About me
I’m a BACP-Accredited Counsellor and Accredited EMDR Psychotherapist, offering safe, trauma-informed online therapy across Romford, Essex, London, and the wider UK.
My background includes work within mental-health services, the NHS, and rape-crisis organisations, supporting people through recovery from trauma, abuse, and early attachment wounds.
My practice is grounded in warmth, curiosity, and compassion — creating a space where you can explore, release, and rebuild at your own pace.
Professional Memberships & Certifications
BACP Accredited Counsellor | EMDR Accredited Psychotherapist | Certified Brainspotting Practitioner (BSP Certified)
Client Reflections
“Amanda’s calm, grounded presence helped me find clarity and peace I didn’t think was possible.”
“I finally feel lighter — like I’m no longer carrying it all alone.”
Mood Check-In Buttons
Overwhelmed
“It makes sense to feel overwhelmed. You don’t have to do everything at once.“
Anxious
“Your system is working really hard right now. A slow exhale might help.”
Numb / Shut Down
“Numbness is a protective response. You’re not doing anything wrong.”
Busy / Activated
“Your body feels switched on. A few calming breaths may help settle things.”
Sad / Low
“This part of you deserves gentleness. You’re not alone here.”
Hopeful
“It’s lovely to feel a little lightness. Let’s support that.”
Unsure
“It’s okay not to know how you feel. You can go slowly.”
My Approach
I believe that healing happens through relationship and safety.
Many of the difficulties we face as adults — anxiety, low self-worth, people-pleasing, fear of rejection — have roots in early attachment experiences where we learned to survive by disconnecting from ourselves.
In our work together, we create a space where all of your inner parts are welcome: the protective ones that keep you safe, and the hurt ones that carry pain.
Through this process, you begin to experience new possibilities — greater calm, connection, and confidence.
I integrate:
- EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation & Reprocessing) for processing and releasing trauma safely
- Brainspotting to work directly with the body’s stored experiences
- Parts-informed (IFS-influenced) therapy to bring understanding and compassion to your internal system
- Attachment-focused exploration to strengthen your sense of safety and trust in relationships
- Mindfulness and somatic awareness to help you stay grounded and present
Each session is tailored to you — your pace, your goals, your capacity.
Who I work with
You might be here because life feels harder than it should — like you’re carrying something heavy that others can’t see.
Perhaps you’ve been through trauma or loss, or you sense that old patterns keep replaying no matter how much you try to move on.
Therapy can help you:
- Heal from early attachment wounds and emotional neglect
- Reduce anxiety, overwhelm, or people-pleasing
- Feel more grounded, present, and connected in relationships
Begin to believe, deeply, that you are enough
“It’s never too late to feel safe inside yourself.”
Common themes I support include:
PTSD and complex trauma
Anxiety, panic, and overthinking
Low mood and burnout
Feeling “not enough” or unworthy
Childhood neglect or emotional abandonment
Relationship and attachment wounds
Shame, people-pleasing, and self-criticism
Recovery from sexual trauma or abuse
The impact of life-changing or medical events
“Your past may shape you, but it doesn’t have to define you.”
How I can help
Each person’s healing journey is unique. My approach combines talk therapy with gentle, evidence-based trauma therapies — including EMDR and Brainspotting — to support deep emotional healing and lasting change.
Together, we work at your pace, with safety, curiosity, and compassion at the heart of everything we do.
“Healing isn’t about changing who you are —
it’s about helping all parts of you feel safe, seen, and whole.”
I draw on:
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing)
Attachment-Informed EMDR to help your nervous system safely reprocess distressing or enduring memories that still feel “stuck.”
Through gentle eye movements or other forms of bilateral stimulation, EMDR supports your brain in completing the healing process
that trauma once interrupted — restoring calm, integration, and resilience.
This approach is relational, somatic, and parts-informed, allowing healing to unfold safely and at your own pace.
Talk Therapy (Humanistic–Integrative Counselling)
Our sessions offer a warm, relational space to explore your emotions, thoughts, and patterns with kindness and understanding.
This is the foundation of our work — where we make sense of what you’re feeling and begin to rebuild connection, confidence, and calm.
Many of my clients describe therapy as the first place they’ve felt truly seen — where strength and vulnerability can exist together.
Rewind & Flash Techniques
I also use Rewind and Flash — gentle, evidence-based approaches that help the brain safely process distressing memories without needing to relive them.
Rewind is often helpful for single-event trauma or vivid intrusive memories, easing their emotional intensity.
Flash offers a more pleasant, positive way to process difficult experiences, engaging calm and resourcing thoughts while healing unfolds.
Both methods help reduce distress and restore balance in the nervous system.
Brainspotting Therapy
Brainspotting uses focused attention and eye position to help access and release trauma stored in the body.
It’s a gentle yet powerful method for healing for trauma and anxiety — when words aren’t enough — helping you feel calmer, lighter, and more connected to yourself.
Attachment-Informed Practice
to gently understand how early relationships and childhood
experiences shape present-day patterns.
Mindfulness & Self-Compassion
Between sessions, mindfulness and self-compassion practices can help you regulate emotions, reduce anxiety, and build resilience.
Together, we’ll develop simple tools to support calm and safety in daily life.
If you’re unsure where to begin, we can start with a free 15-minute chat — a space to ask questions and see if this approach feels right for you.
“Healing isn’t about changing who you are — it’s about helping all parts of you feel safe, seen, and whole.”
What We Can Work On
If you’re unsure whether I can help with what you’re facing, please reach out.
PTSD and complex trauma
Stress, overwhelm, and emotional regulation
Life transitions and identity
Self-esteem and boundaries
Childhood trauma and significant early experiences
Anxiety, panic, and worry
Low mood, depression, and burnout
Relationship and attachment patterns
Sexual trauma / sexual abuse
“Your past may shape you, but it does not define you. New beginnings are always possible.”
What to Expect
- Free 15-minute call — a relaxed chat to understand your needs and answer questions.
- Initial sessions — we set goals at your pace and build safety and trust.
- Ongoing therapy — we combine talking therapy with EMDR/Brainspotting where helpful.
- Review & integrate — we reflect on progress and support sustainable change.
Session length: 50 minutes
Format: secure video (online)
Frequency: weekly or fortnightly
Fees: £[insert] per session (concessions available — please ask)
“Small steps forward are still steps.”
Values
“When you give yourself permission to rest, you give yourself permission to heal.”
These values guide everything I do in therapy — creating a space where you feel seen, supported, and gently encouraged to heal at your own pace.
Safety first
we go at your pace.
Compassion & curiosity
no judgement, ever.
Collaboration
therapy is something we do with you, not to you.
Hope
change is possible; your story is still being written.
Fees & Booking
Investing in your wellbeing is an important step, and I want the process of getting started to feel as simple and supportive as possible.
My fees reflect the care, training, and experience I bring to each session, as well as the safe, compassionate space we’ll create together.
Most clients choose to meet weekly or bi-weekly, depending on what feels right for their needs, goals, and pace of healing.
Session Options:
- Individual Therapy (50 minutes) – £75
For counselling, EMDR, or Brainspotting sessions.
- Extended EMDR or Brainspotting Sessions (90 minutes) – £140
For deeper processing when extra time and space are beneficial.
- EMDR Intensives – Prices vary
Please see the EMDR Intensives page for details and package options, or contact me for an information sheet.
Payment is made in advance by bank transfer.
Cancellation Policy
If you need to cancel or reschedule, please give at least 48 hours’ notice.
Sessions cancelled with less than 48 hours’ notice will be charged in full.
Thank you for your understanding — keeping this policy in place helps me offer consistent support and make space for all of my clients.
Ready When You Are
You can book your first session or a free 15-minute consultation to ask any questions and see if we’re a good fit.
Use the form below or email/call me — I’d love to hear from you.
Frequently asked questions
Counselling is most effective when you feel safe, comfortable, and able to trust your therapist. Everyone is unique, so finding the right “fit” matters. I suggest booking an initial 50-minute session with me — with no obligation to continue — so you can see how it feels.
No — I work exclusively online via secure video platforms (such as Zoom). This allows you to attend from the comfort of your own home or another safe space of your choice.
Yes. Online counselling and trauma therapy can be just as effective as in-person therapy. Many people find they can go even deeper when working from their own familiar environment. I’ll guide you with grounding techniques to keep the process safe. That said, online therapy may not be right for everyone — we’ll discuss this together.
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) is an evidence-based therapy recommended by the NHS and World Health Organisation for trauma and PTSD. It uses eye movements (or other forms of bilateral stimulation) to help the brain reprocess traumatic memories so they feel less overwhelming and lose their emotional “charge.”
Brainspotting is a therapeutic approach that uses eye position, mindfulness, and focused attention to access where trauma is stored in the body and brain. It can help release deeply held emotional pain, sometimes when talking alone feels “stuck.”
There’s no set number. The length of therapy depends on your needs, goals, and what brings you to counselling. I offer both short- and long-term therapy, and we’ll regularly review your progress. Some clients work with me weekly for a period of time, others continue long-term at a slower pace, and some return after breaks. Ultimately, the choice is always yours.
I have experience supporting clients with:
- Trauma and PTSD (including childhood trauma and abuse)
- Anxiety, panic attacks, phobias, and fears
- Depression, low mood, and burnout
- Low self-esteem and confidence
- Grief, loss, and bereavement
- Relationship and attachment issues
- Life transitions and identity questions
- Stress and overwhelm
- Personal development and self-care
Yes. Confidentiality is essential in therapy and I take it very seriously. I will explain the few legal and ethical exceptions (for example, risk of harm to yourself or others) during our initial contract, so you feel clear and safe.
Therapy is a safe, supportive space where you can share openly without judgement. We’ll work at your pace — you’ll never be pressured to talk about something before you’re ready. Together we’ll explore your thoughts, feelings, and patterns to uncover what’s holding you back, and develop strategies for healing and growth.
The first step is to book a free 15-minute consultation or an initial 50-minute session. This gives you a chance to ask questions, share what you’d like help with, and see how it feels to work together. There’s no obligation to continue if it doesn’t feel right.
Currently, I work with adults (18+) on a one-to-one basis. If you are looking for child or couples therapy, I may be able to recommend trusted colleagues.
- 50 minutes — £75
- 90 minutes — £150
(EMDR processing sessions are 90 minutes and charged accordingly)
Payments are made in advance by bank transfer. Please see my Fees & Cancellation Policy for full details.
Tuesday — 2 to 9pm
Thursday — 8am to 4pm
Saturday** — 9am to 12pm
- Other weekdays — limited availability (please enquire)
- Sunday — closed
A moment to breathe
A gentle grounding tool — take a slow breath, in your own time.
Inhale — 4 seconds
Hold — 2 seconds
Exhale — 6 seconds