Trauma Therapy For Young People
He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds - Psalm 147:3
Our therapy service supports young people aged 13–25 who have experienced difficult life events - including bullying, rejection, abandonment, attachment wounds, traumatic loss, violence and emotional, physical or sexual abuse. These experiences often birth anxiety, shatter self-worth, and lead to a range of maladaptive coping strategies and deeply held beliefs of being unsafe, unwanted or unlovable.
At the heart of our work is a professional, compassionate and attuned therapeutic relationship where young people can safely explore their experiences without judgement. Together, we work towards restoring a felt sense of safety, self-worth, and hope, supporting healing and lasting emotional wellbeing. We use a range of age appropriate approaches including sand-tray, creative techniques, EMDR as well talking therapy.
We are based in Ballymena, Northern Ireland (click on a referral link above to book)
Therapy Team
Ric - Manager
Ric Wilton is a trauma and EMDR therapist and clinical supervisor experienced in working with both adults and young people. He is accredited by the BACP and holds a Master’s-level qualification in Child & Adolescent Counselling and Psychotherapy.
Claire
Claire Purkess has experience in working for Childline, Nexus and in Private Practice. Claire has a specialism in working with Sexual Trauma and holds Level 4 and Level 5 Diplomas in Therapeutic Counselling. Claire is a member of the BACP
Joanne
Joanne Dickey has worked with young people for over 17 years, holds a Degree in Social Psychology and a Diploma in Integrative Counselling. Joanne is a member of the BACP.
Barbara
Barbara Chesney is an experienced mentor and qualified counsellor with a Diploma in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy and is a registered member of the BACP
All of our team are professionally trained, trauma informed and hold membership with a recognised counselling body such as the BACP, ACC, UKCP, PTUK etc
Suggested Contributions
Full Rate - £60/Session (parent or adult client is full time employed)
Subsidised Rate - £35/Session (parent or adult client is part time employed or on benefits)
Exceptional Circumstances - Pre-Agreed Rate (If you're experiencing exceptional circumstances, we may be able to offer a further reduced rate)
Agency Referral Rate - £100/Session (i.e. social services, CAMHS etc)
All subsidised rates are made possible by Progeny fundraising/donations.