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
Get in touch
(+44) 7395 814 312
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Find us in Portsmouth
Fresh Start Therapies,
Gatcombe House, Copnor Rd,
Hilsea, Portsmouth
PO3 5EJ


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