Fresh Start Psychological Services is a compassionate trauma specialist service offering private practice with a unique approach. We focus on childhood trauma, PTSD, and trauma-related anxiety disorders and depression.

Fresh Start Psychological Services is a compassionate trauma specialist service offering private practice with a unique approach. We focus on childhood trauma, PTSD, and trauma-related anxiety disorders and depression.

Recognising that everyone is unique, we prioritise building strong therapeutic relationships. Our goal is to provide a safe environment where clients can access the support they need. We work collaboratively with clients to address their specific needs. In-person sessions are available at Gatcombe House in Portsmouth, Hampshire. Online sessions are also offered for those unable to travel. For further information, please get in touch.

While we specialise in trauma therapy, we recognise that each client’s needs are unique. We provide trauma-focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) for PTSD. Our therapists are also trained in Schema-informed Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Narrative Exposure Therapy (NET), Compassion-Focused Therapy and Person-Centred Counselling.

We can help with difficulties such as depression, OCD, BDD, social anxiety, generalised anxiety disorder, panic, phobias and health anxiety. In addition, we also provide services to help with loss and bereavement, providing a supportive space for you to grieve and heal from emotional pain. We have therapists dedicated to relationship counselling, supporting you in forming and maintaining meaningful relationships with others.

Black Minds Matter UK

Since 2020, our practice has actively collaborated with Black Minds Matter, recognising that ethnic minority individuals may be more likely to experience mental health challenges in silence. We offer trauma-informed, culturally sensitive psychological therapies, helping to reduce stigma around mental health.

"What happened to you is not your fault. But your healing is your responsibility"

As adults, we have the responsibility to heal so that we do not pass on our traumas to future generations. We know that the idea of therapy can be daunting. When you reach out to us, we will arrange a 15-minute free telephone consultation should you wish to discuss suitable therapies and therapy options. This can then lead to an assessment with one of our trained clinicians to help identify your therapy needs. We would love to hear from you!

Monday & Tuesday

8:30am – 8:00pm

Wednesday

4:00pm – 8:00pm

Thursday

8:30am – 7:30pm

Friday

8:30am – 5:00pm

Saturday

9:00am – 4:30pm

Sunday

Closed

Meet our team

Meet our team

Thoughts from our patients

Ajemiposi

The psychological services of Fresh Start, is truly a personalized service that propels you back to you and your dignity. Priceless and I recommend it to one and all!

Lindsay

I had already had therapy with someone else prior to starting with Viola and honestly, it wasn't for me. Nothing worked and I had convinced myself that therapy was a load of rubbish. Then I met Viola and the experience was completely different. We didn't dive straight in, she got to know me, she shared information about herself which put me at ease and slowly we delved into the many issues I had been left with after a serious trauma.

Chiara

Viola has been my therapist for many years. She is a genuine and kind person who anyone would be lucky to have as their therapist. She’s flexible in her schedule and very accommodating, it is especially wonderful to have somebody from our community providing support to our community.

Louise

Viola’s extensive knowledge and expertise are matched by her intuitive and empathic approach. She is the perfect therapist for me because she explores alongside me and challenges me. The experience has been truly transformative and I feel very grateful to have been led to her. Recommend with all my being!

John

Viola has been amazing. Incredibly supportive and helpful, I would highly recommend her.

Jay-Ann

I’d recommend Viola and Fresh Start Psychological Services every time. I’ve felt safe, supported, listened to, validated, and held accountable, and I’ve seen a huge improvement in my mental health. I met Viola initially through a charity, and I connected with her so well that it only made sense to continue with her services.

Thoughts from our patients

Ajemiposi

The psychological services of Fresh Start, is truly a personalized service that propels you back to you and your dignity. Priceless and I recommend it to one and all!

Lindsay

I had already had therapy with someone else prior to starting with Viola and honestly, it wasn't for me. Nothing worked and I had convinced myself that therapy was a load of rubbish. Then I met Viola and the experience was completely different. We didn't dive straight in, she got to know me, she shared information about herself which put me at ease and slowly we delved into the many issues I had been left with after a serious trauma.

Chiara

Viola has been my therapist for many years. She is a genuine and kind person who anyone would be lucky to have as their therapist. She’s flexible in her schedule and very accommodating, it is especially wonderful to have somebody from our community providing support to our community.

Louise

Viola’s extensive knowledge and expertise are matched by her intuitive and empathic approach. She is the perfect therapist for me because she explores alongside me and challenges me. The experience has been truly transformative and I feel very grateful to have been led to her. Recommend with all my being!

John

Viola has been amazing. Incredibly supportive and helpful, I would highly recommend her.

Jay-Ann

I’d recommend Viola and Fresh Start Psychological Services every time. I’ve felt safe, supported, listened to, validated, and held accountable, and I’ve seen a huge improvement in my mental health. I met Viola initially through a charity, and I connected with her so well that it only made sense to continue with her services.

Get started

Our incredible team is ready to support you on your journey.

Get started

Our incredible team is ready to support you on your journey.

Get in touch

(+44) 7395 814 312

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Fresh Start Therapies,
Gatcombe House, Copnor Rd,
Hilsea, Portsmouth
PO3 5EJ

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