What can counselling help with?
Historic child abuse
The term "historic child abuse" refers to cases of child abuse that took place in the past and have only recently been reported or come to light. This can include physical, sexual, emotional, or psychological harm inflicted on a child by an adult or another child. The impact of this abuse can last a lifetime and have a significant, painful impact on an adult survivor.
Forms of historic child abuse include physical abuse, sexual abuse, emotional abuse, and neglect.
The effects of historic child abuse can be profound and long-lasting, leading to emotional difficulties, mental health issues, relationship challenges, and physical health problems for survivors. It's important to recognise that historic child abuse is never the victim's fault, and support is available for those who have experienced it.
How counselling will help
Working with historic child abuse in the counselling space will involve a trauma-informed approach to exploring your feelings and needs, and developing deeper self-awareness. We will work to improve your self-esteem and self-worth and identify your unique goals and therapeutic aspirations.
Your next step
A person who has experienced historic child abuse may be referred to as a victim, survivor or experiencer. Each of these words holds a different meaning to each of us and you may identify with one more than the others. We discuss your identity and your perception of your experiences as part of your initial assessment and session. You may also have worries about your memories or interpretations of your experiences. Your counselling experience will be centred in your reality and work at your pace. Your unique reality will be accepted wholly and without judgement.
Reach out to arrange a free 15-minute introductory session via telephone or video call.
Alternatively, you can email or message your questions about what to expect in your counselling journey.