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Trauma Therapy in Ireland

Trauma therapy is specialised therapy that helps you process traumatic experiences and their impact on your thoughts, emotions and behaviour. Fettle's therapists use approaches like EMDR and CPT, with appointments within 24 hours.

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Real Trustpilot reviews from people who found the right therapist through Fettle.

Genuinely transformed how I operate day-to-day. Before starting with Fettle, I was very close to hitting burnout - struggling with procrastination, time management, and a frustrating lack of structure. Over the last three months, working with my therapist, Louise O'Sullivan, gave me the exact circuit breaker I needed.

Finn GlennTrustpilot · Aug 2026

I really enjoy my weekly sessions with Dylan Johnston. I have tried therapy before but this time I feel I'm getting a lot more out of it. I feel so understood and it makes life less overwhelming. It's been so great to be able to do it on my laptop at home instead of the added stress of travel.

Gabby MurphyTrustpilot · Mar 2026

I am so happy I decided to try fettle. Emma Keane was my therapist and I felt immediately at ease with her, she helped me a tremendous amount. Her empathy helped me navigate difficult relationships and gain a much clearer understanding of my anxiety.

KimTrustpilot · Jan 2026

I am really enjoying my sessions with Pavel. The service fettle provides is very good and I highly recommend it

Flávio FerreiraTrustpilot · Jan 2026

Great support provided by the fettle team. They are really fantastic in following up and helping with any issues on the platform. Wonderful therapists and lovely people.

Anshuman SinghTrustpilot · Dec 2025

Fettle really got me over a hard part in my life. My father had died and I was drinking heavily. They got back to me and got me talking to someone very fast.

Simon TobinTrustpilot · Nov 2025

Fettle makes therapy simple. I booked by text message and had my first session the same week. My therapist was accredited and really down-to-earth. It's great to know I can access support from home whenever I need it.

MatthewTrustpilot · Nov 2025

I was nervous about starting therapy online, but Fettle made it effortless. Irish-based, accredited therapists and excellent communication. I booked through WhatsApp, and everything was sorted instantly. Fantastic service!

John MurphyTrustpilot · Nov 2025

The support and understanding that I've received from working with a therapist through fettle has been life-changing for me, and my on-going therapy experience has enabled me to make such positive changes in my mindset, my thinking and in my life.

Ciara WilliamsTrustpilot · May 2025

Brilliant experience with Fettle, easy to book online and so compassionate throughout. Would highly recommend

JohnTrustpilot · May 2025

Found a therapist who matches my needs, and has been open and engaging. I've been able to set up appointments on my own terms. It is certainly a service I value. Setting up additional sessions is easy and the reminders and calendars are handy to have.

Eoin WyseTrustpilot · Feb 2025

Excellent MH service. Brendan has the right tone and pace. Really felt heard.

Cian MekitarianTrustpilot · Jan 2025

Great support provided by the fettle team. They are really fantastic in following up and helping with any issues on the platform. Wonderful therapists and lovely people.

Anshuman SinghTrustpilot · Dec 2025

I am really enjoying my sessions with Pavel. The service fettle provides is very good and I highly recommend it

Flávio FerreiraTrustpilot · Jan 2026

I am so happy I decided to try fettle. Emma Keane was my therapist and I felt immediately at ease with her, she helped me a tremendous amount. Her empathy helped me navigate difficult relationships and gain a much clearer understanding of my anxiety.

KimTrustpilot · Jan 2026

I really enjoy my weekly sessions with Dylan Johnston. I have tried therapy before but this time I feel I'm getting a lot more out of it. I feel so understood and it makes life less overwhelming. It's been so great to be able to do it on my laptop at home instead of the added stress of travel.

Gabby MurphyTrustpilot · Mar 2026

Genuinely transformed how I operate day-to-day. Before starting with Fettle, I was very close to hitting burnout - struggling with procrastination, time management, and a frustrating lack of structure. Over the last three months, working with my therapist, Louise O'Sullivan, gave me the exact circuit breaker I needed.

Finn GlennTrustpilot · Aug 2026

Excellent MH service. Brendan has the right tone and pace. Really felt heard.

Cian MekitarianTrustpilot · Jan 2025

Found a therapist who matches my needs, and has been open and engaging. I've been able to set up appointments on my own terms. It is certainly a service I value. Setting up additional sessions is easy and the reminders and calendars are handy to have.

Eoin WyseTrustpilot · Feb 2025

Brilliant experience with Fettle, easy to book online and so compassionate throughout. Would highly recommend

JohnTrustpilot · May 2025

The support and understanding that I've received from working with a therapist through fettle has been life-changing for me, and my on-going therapy experience has enabled me to make such positive changes in my mindset, my thinking and in my life.

Ciara WilliamsTrustpilot · May 2025

I was nervous about starting therapy online, but Fettle made it effortless. Irish-based, accredited therapists and excellent communication. I booked through WhatsApp, and everything was sorted instantly. Fantastic service!

John MurphyTrustpilot · Nov 2025

Fettle makes therapy simple. I booked by text message and had my first session the same week. My therapist was accredited and really down-to-earth. It's great to know I can access support from home whenever I need it.

MatthewTrustpilot · Nov 2025

Fettle really got me over a hard part in my life. My father had died and I was drinking heavily. They got back to me and got me talking to someone very fast.

Simon TobinTrustpilot · Nov 2025

Understanding Trauma Therapy

Learn how online therapy can help you heal from trauma through evidence-based, compassionate approaches.

Step 1

What is trauma therapy?

Trauma therapy is a specialised form of therapy designed to help individuals recover from the psychological and emotional effects of traumatic experiences. It focuses on addressing the impact of trauma on thoughts, emotions, behaviours, and overall well-being through evidence-based approaches.


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Step 2

Types of therapy for trauma

Trauma therapy uses evidence-based techniques including EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Trauma-focused CBT, and Somatic Experiencing. These approaches help process traumatic memories, regulate emotions, and develop coping strategies.


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Finding your specialised therapist

Our matching process connects you with a therapist who specialises in trauma and understands your unique situation. You can let us match you based on your needs, preferences, and goals, or browse therapist profiles to find someone who resonates with you.


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When to get help for trauma

If you experience flashbacks, nightmares, anxiety, emotional outbursts, or feel isolated and disconnected months after a traumatic event, it may be time to seek support. Trauma therapy can help you process your experiences and begin healing.


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Types of trauma we help with

Trauma isn't one single experience. Our therapists work with both one-off events and long-term, repeated harm.

Complex PTSD (C-PTSD)

Complex PTSD develops after prolonged or repeated trauma, often where escape felt impossible, such as ongoing abuse, domestic violence or coercive control. Alongside flashbacks, avoidance and feeling constantly on guard, people with C-PTSD often struggle to manage emotions, carry a deep sense of shame or worthlessness, and find it hard to feel close to others. It is recognised as a distinct diagnosis in the World Health Organization's ICD-11. Therapy is usually phased: safety and stabilisation first, then processing memories, then reconnecting with everyday life.

Childhood trauma

Abuse, neglect, growing up with a parent's addiction or mental illness, losing a parent, or living with constant conflict can shape how you see yourself and others long into adulthood. Adults affected by childhood trauma may notice people-pleasing, difficulty trusting, harsh self-criticism, or reactions that feel bigger than the situation. Therapy helps you understand where these patterns came from and respond differently now.

Medical trauma

A frightening diagnosis, emergency surgery, an ICU stay, a traumatic birth or pregnancy loss can all leave lasting effects. Medical trauma can show up as avoiding GP or hospital appointments, panic in medical settings, intrusive memories of procedures, or constant worry about your health. Therapy helps you process what happened and feel safer accessing the care you need.

Sexual trauma

Sexual assault, rape, childhood sexual abuse and sexual harassment can affect your sense of safety, your body, your relationships and intimacy. Many people blame themselves or don't tell anyone for years. Our therapists offer a confidential, non-judgemental space where you stay in control of what you share and when. If you need to talk to someone right now, the Dublin Rape Crisis Centre's free 24-hour National Helpline is 1800 77 8888.

Single-incident and adult trauma

A road traffic accident, an assault, a sudden bereavement or a frightening event at work can trigger a trauma response even if you've never struggled with your mental health before. Getting support early can reduce the chance of symptoms developing into long-lasting PTSD.

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What can trauma therapy help with?

Our experienced therapists can help you understand and manage trauma through various approaches.

You
I keep having flashbacks and nightmares. I feel isolated and afraid, and I do not know how to move forward.
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You are not alone. Let us work through this together in a safe, supportive space at your own pace.

Understanding Trauma

More than two-thirds of adults report experiencing at least one traumatic event. After surviving peril or extreme distress, many continue to struggle with disturbing thoughts, isolation, fear, anger, and sadness for months or years after the event.

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Things happened when I was young that I've never talked about. I didn't think it still affected me.
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Childhood experiences shape us deeply. We can gently explore how the past may be influencing your present.

Childhood Trauma

Experiencing childhood trauma is one of the leading causes of behavioural health issues in adults. Neglect, witnessing domestic violence, loss of a parent, and all types of abuse can have lasting effects that therapy can help address.

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You
Since the accident, I haven't been the same. I can't sleep, I'm always on edge, and I snap at everyone.
Therapist
Those are very common responses to trauma. Your nervous system is trying to protect you. We can help it learn to feel safe again.

Trauma in Adulthood

Adult trauma sources include financial stressors, serious accidents, medical complications, and witnessing or experiencing violence. Physical signs can include anxiety, emotional outbursts, depression, panic attacks, and anger management difficulties.

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I've heard of EMDR but I'm nervous. What does trauma therapy actually involve?
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There are several evidence-based approaches. We'll find what works best for you—always at a pace that feels safe.

Treatment Options

Evidence-based treatments include EMDR, Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Trauma-focused CBT, Prolonged Exposure Therapy, and Somatic Experiencing. Your therapist will help determine the best approach for your needs.

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Will I ever feel normal again? Sometimes I wonder if I'm broken beyond repair.
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You're not broken. Many people experience significant healing within months. Recovery is absolutely possible.

Heal & Recover

Through therapy, you will process traumatic memories, regulate emotions, and develop healthy coping strategies. Many experience significant improvement within months, rebuilding their sense of safety and trust.

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You have made wonderful progress. How are you feeling about the techniques we have been practising?
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So much better. The flashbacks have reduced and I finally feel hopeful about my future.

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Healing from trauma is a journey, not a destination. Your therapist will provide ongoing support, help you navigate setbacks, and celebrate your progress. Research shows long-term therapy creates lasting change.

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Common signs of unresolved trauma

Many people may not recognise these as signs of unresolved trauma. Understanding them is the first step to healing.

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What is trauma-informed therapy?

Trauma-informed therapy is an approach that recognises how trauma affects a person's mind, body and behaviour, and builds every part of therapy around safety, trust, choice, collaboration and empowerment. Instead of asking "what's wrong with you?", a trauma-informed therapist asks "what happened to you?" and works at a pace that feels manageable for you.

Trauma-informed care isn't a single technique. It's the foundation that evidence-based trauma treatments, such as EMDR, trauma-focused CBT, Cognitive Processing Therapy and somatic approaches, are delivered on. In practice, your therapist explains what they're doing and why, checks in with you regularly, avoids anything that could re-traumatise you, and treats responses like hypervigilance, numbness or shutting down as understandable ways of surviving, not personal failings.

What to expect in a trauma therapy session

Your first sessions focus on getting to know you, not on the trauma itself. Your therapist will ask what brought you to therapy, how symptoms are affecting your daily life, and what you'd like to be different. You won't be asked to describe or relive traumatic events before you're ready.

  1. Building safety

    You and your therapist build trust and agree on goals. You'll learn grounding and calming techniques, so you have tools to steady yourself before any difficult work begins.

  2. Going at your pace

    You decide what you share and when. If something feels like too much, you can pause, slow down or change direction at any point, and your therapist will watch for signs that you need a break.

  3. Processing the trauma

    When you feel ready, your therapist may use approaches such as EMDR, trauma-focused CBT or CPT to help you process memories so they lose their intensity. This is gradual and never forced.

  4. Moving forward

    Later sessions focus on rebuilding confidence, relationships and the parts of life that trauma has affected, so the progress you make lasts.

All sessions take place online by secure video, so you can join from wherever you feel most comfortable.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Have questions about trauma therapy? We have answers.

Trauma therapy, also known as trauma-focused therapy, is a specialised form of therapy designed to help individuals recover from the psychological and emotional effects of traumatic experiences. It focuses on addressing the impact of trauma on thoughts, emotions, behaviours, and overall well-being.

A trauma bond is a co-dependent relationship between an abuser and their victim. The victim may become attached and develop sympathy or affection for the abuser and even rationalise their actions. Vicarious trauma is another form that happens to people in allied health professions due to continuous exposure to traumatic events.

Physical signs of repressed childhood trauma in adults can include relationship and interpersonal issues (attachment issues), consistent exhaustion, mood swings, and unexplained adverse reactions to certain people or places.

Untreated childhood and adulthood trauma can lead to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, depression, substance misuse, and in severe cases, suicidal thoughts. Early intervention through trauma therapy can help prevent these outcomes.

Yes! In some cases, PTSD is preventable by seeking trauma therapy immediately after a traumatic event. Common PTSD treatment options include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Prolonged Exposure CBT, Narrative Exposure Therapy, EMDR Therapy, and medications.

Trauma therapy utilises evidence-based techniques including Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Trauma-focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (TF-CBT), and Somatic Experiencing. These help process traumatic memories, regulate emotions, and develop coping strategies.

The duration varies depending on the nature and severity of the trauma, individual progress, and treatment goals. Some individuals may experience significant improvement within a few months, while others may require longer-term therapy to address complex trauma and its effects.

In a trauma therapy session, you can expect a safe and supportive environment where you can explore your experiences and emotions. The therapist will work collaboratively with you to address trauma-related symptoms such as flashbacks, nightmares, anxiety, and avoidance behaviours using therapeutic techniques tailored to your needs.

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Signs of Trauma

Trauma can manifest in various ways, affecting both psychological and physical well-being. Many people enter treatment with only a rudimentary understanding of their trauma history.

Common signs of unresolved trauma include:
  • Flashbacks and nightmares
  • Addictive behaviours (drugs, alcohol, shopping, gambling)
  • Inability to tolerate conflicts or intense feelings
  • Dissociation and spacing out
  • Disorganised attachment patterns in relationships
  • Eating disorders
  • Excessive self-blame
  • Black and white thinking

If you are experiencing these signs, find a trauma therapist now.

Types of Therapy for Trauma

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing)

EMDR helps process traumatic memories by using bilateral stimulation while recalling distressing events, reducing their emotional impact.

Evidence-based treatments for trauma include EMDR, CPT, and Trauma-focused CBT.

Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)

CPT helps you understand and change how you think about your trauma, addressing stuck points that keep you from recovering.

Trauma-focused CBT

This approach combines cognitive behavioural techniques with trauma-sensitive interventions to help process traumatic experiences and develop healthy coping strategies.

Sources of Trauma

Trauma can stem from various experiences in childhood or adulthood. Understanding the sources can help in developing an effective treatment approach.

Common sources of trauma include:
  • Childhood neglect or abuse (psychological, emotional, sexual, physical)
  • Witnessing domestic violence
  • Loss of a parent or loved one
  • Natural disasters
  • Serious vehicle accidents
  • Medical complications
  • Financial stressors
  • Witnessing or experiencing any type of violence

Signs of Unresolved Trauma

Unresolved trauma can significantly affect your health and well-being. Here are indicators that it may be time to seek trauma therapy:

Signs you may benefit from trauma therapy:
  • Persistent flashbacks, nightmares, or intrusive thoughts
  • Feeling emotionally numb or disconnected
  • Difficulty maintaining relationships
  • Anxiety, depression, or panic attacks
  • Using substances or unhealthy behaviours to cope
  • Avoiding places, people, or situations that trigger memories
  • Physical symptoms like fatigue, headaches, or chronic pain
  • Difficulty concentrating or feeling constantly on edge

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