You don't have to keep
carrying it alone
Trauma doesn't always look the way people expect. Whatever its origin, it leaves a mark on the nervous system. And until that mark is addressed at its root, no amount of positive thinking will fully release it.
Book a Free ChatWhat trauma actually is
Trauma occurs when an experience overwhelms the brain's ability to process it in the normal way. Instead of being filed away as an ordinary memory, the event becomes stuck — stored with its full emotional and physical charge intact. The brain continues to respond as though the danger is still present, long after it has passed.
This is not a character flaw or a sign of weakness. It is a neurological response — and it can be changed.
Types of trauma I work with
A specific incident — a car accident, assault, medical emergency, natural disaster, or sudden bereavement — that continues to cause distress through flashbacks, nightmares, or avoidance long after it occurred.
The result of prolonged or repeated traumatic experiences, often in childhood or within an intimate relationship. Complex trauma can affect identity, self-worth, relationships, and the ability to feel safe in the world.
Experiences of neglect, emotional, physical or sexual abuse, unstable home environments, or adverse childhood experiences that shape how a person sees themselves and the world as an adult.
Emotional and psychological abuse within a relationship — characterised by manipulation, coercive control, gaslighting and erosion of self-worth. The trauma from narcissistic abuse can be profound and long-lasting even when there are no visible scars.
A frightening or distressing experience during pregnancy, labour or delivery — for the mother, the partner, or both. Birth trauma is widely underrecognised and can develop into full PTSD.
Traumatic responses to serious diagnosis, invasive procedures, time in hospital, or a sense of loss of control over one's own body and health.
Signs you may be carrying unresolved trauma
- Flashbacks, intrusive memories or nightmares
- Feeling emotionally numb or disconnected from yourself
- Sudden intense reactions that feel out of proportion to the situation
- Difficulty trusting others or feeling safe in relationships
- Chronic physical symptoms — pain, fatigue, digestive issues — with no clear medical cause
- A persistent sense of shame, worthlessness or something being wrong with you
- Hypervigilance — always scanning for danger, never fully relaxing
- Avoiding people, places or situations that trigger difficult feelings
Many people carry trauma for years — or decades — without realising that what they are experiencing has a name, and that it can be resolved.
The approach
How I treat trauma
I use a combination of three powerful, evidence-informed approaches. All are gentle, non-retraumatising, and largely content-free. You do not need to describe what happened in detail. We work with the feeling, not the story.
Please note: The BLAST Technique is not recommended without GP guidance for clients who are currently pregnant, have epilepsy, or are experiencing active suicidal ideation. This is discussed during the initial consultation.
Bi-Lateral Analysis and Stimulation Treatment helps the brain reprocess a traumatic memory whilst stimulating normal communication between both hemispheres. The result: the memory remains, but the distressing emotional and physical charge attached to it is significantly reduced or eliminated entirely. Many clients experience profound relief within a single session.
Developed by Andrew T. Austin, IEMT uses structured eye movements and precise questioning to work directly with emotional and identity imprints held in traumatic memories — "I am not safe," "I am not enough," "It was my fault." IEMT works quickly and does not require detailed disclosure.
Deep-state hypnotherapy supports the integration of trauma processing — installing new beliefs, restoring a sense of safety in the body, and helping the subconscious mind update its understanding of what is past and what is present.
Bonnie's story
This work is personal
I have navigated my own experiences of trauma, including an abusive marriage, assault, and the long road to rebuilding my sense of self. That journey is part of what drives my commitment to making trauma healing accessible, compassionate and genuinely effective.
Client stories
Real results, real people
"I was in chronic pain with CRPS for 15 years. I'm now pain free — literally after having a conversation with Bonnie. Absolutely brilliant!"
— Wes"From the first session, I felt lighter, slept without nightmares and woke without anxiety. I felt in safe hands. I would recommend BLAST and IEMT to anyone struggling with trauma."
— Helen"As a therapist myself, I have a short list of therapists I would trust my kids with — Bonnie's on it. I haven't met another therapist as educated in a long while."
— Nicole (Therapist)Investment
How many sessions will I need?
Trauma responds remarkably well to the approaches I use. Many clients notice a significant shift after just one session.
- Free 30-minute consultationFree
- Two sessions — suitable for single-event trauma or acute PTSD£250
- Four sessions — recommended for complex trauma, CPTSD or abuse recovery£450
Sessions are available in person in Haverhill, Suffolk, and online across the UK.
Your questions answered
Frequently asked questions
Do I have to talk about what happened?
No. My sessions are largely content-free. You don't need to describe or relive the traumatic experience. We work with the emotional and physical response — not the story.
What's the difference between PTSD and complex PTSD?
PTSD typically follows a single identifiable traumatic event. Complex PTSD develops from prolonged or repeated trauma — such as childhood abuse, domestic violence, or years of emotional neglect. Both are very treatable using the approaches I specialise in.
Is online trauma therapy as effective as in person?
Yes. BLAST, IEMT and hypnotherapy all work equally well via video call. Many clients find online sessions easier as they can process in the comfort of their own home.
What if I've tried therapy before and it didn't work?
Many of my clients come to me after years of talk therapy that didn't fully resolve their trauma. The approaches I use work at the subconscious level — which is where trauma is actually stored.