Teresa Raven

I mainly work online via ZOOM or EMDR Emote: encrypted, secure platforms. 

I work Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.

I currently have availability. 

I am an experienced psychotherapist and accredited EMDR practitioner, providing psychological therapy for a range of client difficulties. My focus is helping clients manage the impact of stress, anxiety, PTSD, depression, or low mood and the affects these have in their lives and their relationships. I also focus on supporting clients to adjust to the impact of major life changes– these could be adjusting to bereavement, divorce or separation, illness, chronic health problems, redundancy or for example from changing job or location. It often includes supporting clients to work through past abuse, neglect, and attachment difficulties. Clients can also find it tricky setting boundaries and finding a way through conflict especially with people they love– so these are also difficulties we work through. 

I mainly work online. I work with clients based anywhere in the UK. I use an encrypted video platform: zoom or emdrremote. 

My specific approach is to first help you reduce any difficult symptoms and then support you to build resilience in your life and relationships. I draw upon a range of evidence-based therapies, psychological theories, and psychological skills to tailor the support to meet your needs - these approaches include:

• Eye Movement Desensitisation & Reprocessing (EMDR), 
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), 
• Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), 
• Mindfulness 
• And, Psychodynamic and Attachment focused practices. 

Which psychotherapy approach is right for you?

Therapy is essentially a private and confidential space to explore difficult experiences or emotions and find ways to reduce the negative impact of these in your life. Identifying the most appropriate approach to take is a key aim of the first appointment. 

We will talk about the range of psychotherapy approaches, but the starting point will always be to explore how you see the problem, its impact on you and your life, and what changes you would like to experience.

There is usually time in the first appointment to practice a few helpful strategies so that you feel more at ease. 

The session is 50 minutes and there will be time to get an idea of whether you feel you can work with me on a regular basis.  

I have availability for online clients.

Weekdays, 9 am until 5 pm

I’m an experienced psychotherapist and accredited EMDR practitioner, offering specialist psychological therapy for adults navigating trauma, anxiety, stress, low mood, or PTSD. My work is grounded in compassion, clarity, and evidence-based practice.

I have extensive experience working with complex PTSD and trauma-related difficulties, including with first responders (police, paramedics, mental health professionals), journalists, camera operators, and diplomats—individuals often exposed to high-stakes environments and cumulative stress. I understand the emotional toll of frontline and emotionally demanding roles, and offer a confidential, attuned space to process what’s painful and restore resilience.

I also offer neurodivergent-friendly therapy, including autism-informed EMDR and support for ADHD, dyslexia, and sensory sensitivity. My practice is affirming, structured, and tailored to meet diverse cognitive and emotional needs.

Many clients come to me feeling overwhelmed by life transitions—bereavement, divorce, illness, burnout, relocation—or by the cumulative impact of work-related stress, poor work-life balance, or emotionally demanding professions. Others are struggling with the long-term effects of childhood abuse, neglect, or attachment wounds. I also support those who find it difficult to set boundaries, manage conflict, or feel safe in relationships.

Together, we work to reduce distressing symptoms and build emotional strength. My approach is collaborative, trauma-informed, and tailored to your unique needs.

I help clients move from distress to resilience - whether you're feeling stuck in trauma responses, overwhelmed by life changes, or navigating the emotional toll of demanding work or relationships.

My approach is integrative, trauma-informed, and neurodivergent-affirming. I use EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation & Reprocessing), CBT, ACT, mindfulness, and psychodynamic and attachment-based therapies. Therapy is tailored to your needs: we begin by reducing distressing symptoms, then work toward lasting emotional strength, relational clarity, and self-understanding.

I offer online therapy via secure platforms including Zoom and Teams. Many clients find this flexible, effective, and deeply attuned. I bring warmth, professionalism, and over 18 years’ experience to every session.

I have worked with clients from diverse cultural, social, and neurodivergent backgrounds - including those with autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and sensory sensitivity. My practice is structured, affirming, and adapted to meet a wide range of cognitive and emotional needs.

I also have experience supporting first responders, journalists, camera operators, and diplomats - individuals often exposed to high-stakes environments and cumulative stress. I understand the impact of emotionally demanding roles and offer a safe, confidential space to process what’s painful and restore resilience.

I hold a First Class Honours Degree in Psychology with English, a Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling, and training in CBT, Transactional Analysis, and EMDR (Parts 1–3). I’m an Accredited EMDR Practitioner (EMDR Association UK & Europe), a Registered Member of Â鶹ԭ´´, and have completed a Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism (2025, subject to moderation). I also work with EAPs and am a recognised provider for BUPA, Aviva, WPA, AXA, and ComPsych.

Therapy offers a confidential, compassionate space to explore what’s difficult, reduce emotional distress, and strengthen your resilience. I primarily work with EMDR - an evidence-based, trauma-informed approach that helps process painful experiences and restore emotional balance.

Your first session is a collaborative assessment. We’ll explore what brings you to therapy - whether that’s anxiety, low mood, bereavement, trauma symptoms, or relationship challenges. We will begin to understand how these experiences are affecting your life. We’ll also identify your existing strengths and the resources that can support your healing.

Together, we’ll clarify what you’d like to move toward: greater ease, confidence, clarity, or connection. The starting point is always your perspective - how you see the problem, how it impacts you, and what changes you hope for. From there, we begin shaping a therapeutic path that’s tailored to you.

I have availability for online clients.

I work Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays

My focus is helping clients manage the impact of stress, anxiety, PTSD, depression, or low mood and the affects these have in their lives and their relationships. 

I also focus on supporting clients to adjust to the impact of major life changes– these could be adjusting to bereavement, divorce or separation, illness, chronic health problems, redundancy or for example from changing job or location. It often includes supporting clients to work through past abuse, neglect, and attachment difficulties. 

Clients can also find it tricky setting boundaries and finding a way through conflict especially with people they love– so these are also difficulties we work through. 

I work confidentially with warmth, compassion, and resilience. 

My specific approach is to first help you reduce any difficult symptoms and then support you to build resilience in your life and relationships. I draw upon a range of evidence-based therapies, psychological theories, and psychological skills to tailor the support to meet your needs - these approaches include Eye Movement Desensitisation & Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness as well as the theories within psychodynamic and attachment focused practices.

I offer on-line appointments via secure platforms including Zoom, and EMDR Remote. Online work is effective and convenient. I am well practised in attuning to clients’ needs and work confidentially with warmth, compassion, and resilience. 

Training, qualifications & experience

• Accredited EMDR Practitioner 2023

• EMDR Parts 1, 2 & 3 completed 2019

• Post Graduate Diploma in Counselling 2007 (PGDip)

• Certificate in Counselling: CBT & Transactional Analysis 2005

• First Class Honours Degree in Psychology with English (BSC (Psyche)) 2002

I have experience working with a wide range of clients from all walks of life and social, ethnic, faith and economic backgrounds. I have been working as a therapist since 2007.

Member organisations

Accredited & Registered Member of the Â鶹ԭ´´ since 2011

Member of EMDR Association UK since 2019

Accredited Practitioner EMDR UK & Europe 2023

Which psychotherapy approach is right for you?

Therapy is essentially a private and confidential space to explore difficult experiences or emotions and find ways to reduce the negative impact of these in your life. Identifying the most appropriate approach to take is a key aim of the first appointment. We will talk about the range of psychotherapy approaches, but the starting point will always be to explore how you see the problem, its impact on you and your life, and what changes you would like to experience.

I am well practised in attuning to clients’ needs and work confidentially with warmth, compassion, and resilience. 

I have availability for online clients: Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays

I am an experienced psychotherapist and accredited EMDR practitioner, providing psychological therapy for a range of client difficulties. 

My focus is helping clients manage the impact of stress, anxiety, PTSD, depression, or low mood and the affects these have in their lives and their relationships. 

I also focus on supporting clients to adjust to the impact of major life changes– these could be adjusting to bereavement, divorce or separation, illness, chronic health problems, redundancy or for example from changing job or location. It often includes supporting clients to work through past abuse, neglect, and attachment difficulties. Clients can also find it tricky setting boundaries and finding a way through conflict especially with people they love– so these are also difficulties we work through. 

I work with warmth and compassion and offer a confidential and contained therapeutic space.  

My specific approach is to first help you reduce any difficult symptoms and then support you to build resilience in your life and relationships. I draw upon a range of evidence-based therapies, psychological theories, and psychological skills to tailor the support to meet your needs - these approaches include Eye Movement Desensitisation & Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness as well as the theories within psychodynamic and attachment focused practices.

I mainly offer on-line appointments via secure platforms including Zoom, and EMDR Remote. Online work is effective and convenient. I am well practised in attuning to clients’ needs and work confidentially with warmth, compassion, and resilience. I have a small number of face to face appointments in the LU7 postcode.

Training, qualifications & experience

• Accredited EMDR Practitioner 2023

• EMDR Parts 1, 2 & 3 completed 2019

• Post Graduate Diploma in Counselling 2007 (PGDip)

• Certificate in Counselling: CBT & Transactional Analysis 2005

• First Class Honours Degree in Psychology with English (BSC (Psyche)) 2002

I have experience working with a wide range of clients from all walks of life and social, ethnic, faith and economic backgrounds. I have been working as a therapist since 2007.

Member organisations

• Accredited & Registered Member of the Â鶹ԭ´´ since 2011
• Member of EMDR Association UK since 2019
• Accredited Practitioner EMDR Association UK & Europe 2023

I also provide psychotherapy/counselling/EMDR for EAPs & for BUPA, Aviva, WPA, ComPsych and AXA.

Which psychotherapy approach is right for you?

Therapy is essentially a private and confidential space to explore difficult experiences or emotions and find ways to reduce the negative impact of these in your life. Identifying the most appropriate approach to take is a key aim of the first appointment. We will talk about the range of psychotherapy approaches, but the starting point will always be to explore how you see the problem, its impact on you and your life, and what changes you would like to experience.

The session is 50 minutes and there will be time to get an idea of whether you feel you can work with me on a regular basis.