Support After Sexual Trauma for Young People Aged 5-25

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I am a qualified social worker and integrative therapist with over 10 years of specialist experience in supporting young people and their families impacted by sexual trauma. As a survivor and victim of sexual trauma myself, I have been on the journey towards healing and am committed to helping adults, children and young people on their unique path, as well as supporting their parents and carers throughout this experience. When a child or young person has been affected by sexual trauma, it can feel frightening and confusing for both the young person and the adults who care for them. As a parent or carer, you may be experiencing a wide range of emotions, including anger, guilt, shame, or feelings of helplessness and worry about doing or saying the wrong thing. At Creative Healing NI, we recognise the importance of parents and carers in a child’s journey and therefore offer practical advice, support, and tools, including child counselling and creative therapy techniques, to help you feel more confident in supporting the young person in your care. 

Impact and Emotions on Young People

We understand that when children and young people have been impacted by sexual abuse, they may experience a wide range of emotions such as anger, guilt, sadness, fear, shame, or embarrassment. We know it can be challenging to find the words to express or communicate these thoughts and feelings. Therefore, we utilize various creative tools, including play therapy and EMDR therapy, which can help the young person feel more comfortable while exploring their emotions. Our focus on trauma support ensures that both children and their caregivers receive the guidance they need during this difficult time.

I am a qualified social worker and integrative therapist with over 10 years of specialist experience in supporting young people and their families impacted by sexual trauma. As a survivor and victim of sexual trauma myself, I have been on the journey towards healing and am committed to helping adults, children and young people on their unique path, as well as supporting their parents and carers throughout this experience. When a child or young person has been affected by sexual trauma, it can feel frightening and confusing for both the young person and the adults who care for them. As a parent or carer, you may be experiencing a wide range of emotions, including anger, guilt, shame, or feelings of helplessness and worry about doing or saying the wrong thing. At Creative Healing NI, we recognise the importance of parents and carers in a child’s journey and therefore offer practical advice, support, and tools, including child counselling and creative therapy techniques, to help you feel more confident in supporting the young person in your care. 

Impact and Emotions on Young People

We understand that when children and young people have been impacted by sexual abuse, they may experience a wide range of emotions such as anger, guilt, sadness, fear, shame, or embarrassment. We know it can be challenging to find the words to express or communicate these thoughts and feelings. Therefore, we utilize various creative tools, including play therapy and EMDR therapy, which can help the young person feel more comfortable while exploring their emotions. Our focus on trauma support ensures that both children and their caregivers receive the guidance they need during this difficult time.